Arizona Balloon Race opens with 32 balloons over Paradise Park
The First Annual Arizona Balloon Race gathers 32 hot air balloons from 11 states at Paradise Park McCormick Ranch on Pima Road. Pilots will be judged by helicopters tracking position to land near a marking X, with no time element, only accuracy. John Byner will entertain as spectators view the launch and race kickoff at 7:30 a.m. with a $2 viewing fee and light refreshments.