Balloons Over Bay Harbor is a favorite September event.
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The 5th Annual Balloons Over Bay Harbor takes to the skies Sept. 20–22, welcoming thousands of spectators to enjoy music on Main Street, food trucks, an artisan market, a 3k Color Run and more family-friendly activities throughout the weekend. The lineup includes several morning and evening balloon flights along with spectacular “night glows,” when the balloons are lit up while grounded at the marina lawn, letting visitors get up close for an impressive view on both Friday and Saturday.
This year, Balloons Over Bay Harbor will support local nonprofit Kiersten’s Ride, which brings help, hope and healing through suicide awareness and prevention programs in Northern Michigan.
