See the full schedule of events

Set your alarms for the early morning hours Sept. 7-9, to catch the spectacular launch of the hot air balloons at the Great Reno Balloon Race.

Although the schedule of events is not yet complete, here are the dates and some of the events so you can mark your calendars and save the date for Reno's most important spectacle of 2007. Don't miss the fun.

• 2007 EVENT SCHEDULE

Thursday, Sept. 6
9:30 a.m. - E.L. Cord Foundation Tissue Paper Balloon Launch at Rancho San Rafael Park

Friday, Sept. 7
6:45 a.m. - Wells Fargo Mass Ascension Launch / Hare & Hound Competition
7:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Other on-field competitions
9:30 a.m. - E.L. Cord Foundation Tissue Paper Balloon Launch at Rancho San Rafael Park

Saturday, Sept. 8
5:00 a.m. - Glow Show (Major Sponsor Balloons)
5:30 a.m. - Dawn Patrol
6:45 a.m. - Wells Fargo Mass Ascension Launch / Hare & Hound Competition
7:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Other on-field competitions
2:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Balloons, Jazz & Wine Walk; Downtown Reno.Cost is $10.00 per person

Sunday, Sept. 9
5:00 a.m. - Glow Show (Special Shape/Logo Balloons)
5:30 a.m. - Dawn Patrol
6:45 a.m. - Wells Fargo Mass Ascension Launch / Hare & Hound Competition
7:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Other on-field competitions


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Check back with us to get the details on the race. Remember to get your camera ready for the photo contest. Receive more information and forms for entry at
renoballoon.com.