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Tickets Only $37.99 for a limited time during our July 4th Sale. Hurry, offer ends Sunday, July 6! 

OPERATIONAL UPDATE For Tuesday, July 1, 2025:  Due to today's inclement weather and forecast, Idlewild and SoakZone is closing at 1:00 PM.  Our Rainy Day Guarantee is in effect and Return Visit Tickets are available to today's visitors at Guest Services located in Hootin' Holler.  

Balloon Race

Soar above the trees in 1 of 8 beautiful gondolas
Mild
Olde Idlewild
Type of attraction
 Rides & Slides
All audiences
Access limitations
Minimum height: None
Adult Companion Required:
When under 48" tall
Accessible for people with disabilities
Soar above the trees in 1 of 8 beautiful gondolas

8 gondolas shaped like hot-air balloons spin in a large circle while rising into the air. Riders have a sensation of soaring in a balloon.

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