Bento Gonçalves to host VIII Bento Balonismo Festival in October

The VIII Bento Balonismo Festival is scheduled to take place from October 9 to 12 in Bento Gonçalves, Brazil. The event is part of the celebrations for the city's 136th anniversary of political emancipation.

Program highlights include competitive balloon flights, captive flights, and three nights of ‘Night Glow’ displays. Musical performances by artists such as TNT, Acústicos & Valvulados, Tchê Chaleira, Banda Modelo, and Grupo do Bola are also confirmed. Other attractions include food trucks, children's activities, and a fireworks parade.

Technical director Ricardo Lima noted that the festival aims to showcase the best of ballooning, while Tourism Secretary Henrique Nuncio emphasized the event's role in promoting local tourism and business. The 2025 edition features an extended schedule, adding an extra day of attractions on October 12.