Thousands Flock to the Great Galena Balloon Race June 21-23, 2019 at Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa
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The staff at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa (http://www.eagleridge.com) have planned for one of the most popular summer events in The Galena Territory: the 18th Annual Great Galena Balloon Race. Weekend events take place from Fri., June 21 through Sun., June 23, 2019 and benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and Camp Hertko Hollow.
“This event draws thousands of people to The Galena Territory year after year,” said Thomas Ruhs, general manager at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa. “Visitors will experience a spectacular three-day adventure with multiple balloon races, two-night glows, balloon rides, live music, art sale and activities for the whole family.”
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is the host sponsor for the balloon race, and all activities take place on the North Course Practice Golf Range. Typically, weekend events surrounding the Great Galena Balloon Race raise nearly $15,000 for JDRF and Camp Hertko Hollow, which uses the money to fund research to find a cure for Juvenile Diabetes, a disease that directly affects over 12,500 people in the tri-state area.
Event Schedule
FRI., JUNE 21, 2019
6:00 p.m.: Balloon Launch: Kickoff event
5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.: Family Activities
- Face painting, inflatable bounce houses and obstacle course, balloons and more
- Tethered balloon rides
- Food & beverage concessions
- Live music, The Wundo Band
- Camp Hertko Helium Balloon Launch: participants launch and track their own helium balloons while raising money for JDRF’s Camp Hertko
8:30 p.m.: Night Glow Extravaganza: Watch as the balloons light up the evening sky.
SAT., JUNE 22, 2019
5:00 a.m.: “Crack of Dawn” Balloon Race. All balloons will participate and rides are available.
5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.: Family Activities
- Tethered balloon rides
- Food & beverage concessions
- Live music, Mama Tess and the Chain of Fools
6:00 p.m.: Hot Air Balloons sponsored by Galena on the Fly Race
8:30 p.m.: Night Glow Extravaganza: Watch as the balloons light up the evening sky.
SUN. JUNE 23, 2019
5:00 a.m.: “Crack of Dawn” Balloon Race. Last chance to see all the balloons until 2020. Rides are available.
Lodging and Packages
More details about packages and weekend events are available online at http://www.eagleridge.com, or by calling (800) 892-2269. Times of events and activities may be subject to change.
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About Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is located 150 miles west of Chicago within The Galena Territory, a 6,800-acre recreational, residential and resort community six miles from the historic town of Galena, Illinois. The resort’s grounds include 63 holes on four award-winning golf courses, and accommodations that range from quaint Inn rooms to a variety of villas and distinctive homes. IACC certified, Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa has 15,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space and beautiful conference homes, which regularly accommodate corporate groups, banquets and weddings. Other features include award-winning restaurants, the tranquil Stonedrift Spa, and an incredible selection of outdoor activities including miles of skiing, biking, hiking and horseback riding trails, as well as tennis, hot air balloon rides, boating and fishing on the picturesque 225-acre Lake Galena. For reservations or additional information, call (800) 892-2269 or visit http://www.eagleridge.com.
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
444 Eagle Ridge Drive
Galena, IL 61036
800.892.2269
http://www.eagleridge.com
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