Madisonville to welcome hot air balloons in August with new event

The City of Madisonville is gearing up for a new event, as they welcome Illuminated Hot Air Balloon Glow to the skies on August 30.

It will take place August 30 from 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. at Mahr Park Arboretum at 55 Mahr Park Drive in Madisonville, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets and come view an amazing display of colorful, giant hot air balloons.

You can watch the assembly and even take a ride in a tethered balloon for $10 per person.

There will be food vendors on hand, along with other family friendly activities.  Keep an eye on the City of Madisonville Facebook page or madisonvilleliving.com for more updates.