July 13–14. Gates open: 4 a.m. Glow show: 5 a.m. Main launch: 6:30 a.m. 20 balloons participate. 4 –10:30 a.m.: Food booths, coloring contest, craft booth, & kids’ play area. Tethered hot air ballons rides ($15). Single-day ticket: $21. Ages 12 & under: $12. Ages 3 & younger: Free. Fee includes parking. Sonoma County Fairgrounds. 1350 Bennett Valley Rd., Santa Rosa. Tickets: tinyurl.com/vesk3j4f.