# Bento Balonismo festival in Brazil

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bento-balonismo-festival-in-brazil
> Updated: 2026-10-13T16:31:13.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

The VIII Festival Bento Balonismo in Bento Gonçalves, Brazil, commenced at Fundaparque featuring various balloon designs and aerial views of local vineyards and mountains. 

Following the event, which ran from October 9 to 12, organizers reported a record attendance of more than 50,000 visitors. The four-day program included competitive flights, Night Glow displays, fire parades, and musical performances. Held alongside the city’s 136th anniversary of political emancipation and the 20th National Pumas Meeting, the festival was noted for boosting the regional economy and local tourism.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-13: Bento Balonismo festival draws record 50,000 attendees

The eighth Bento Balonismo festival in Bento Gonçalves, Brazil, drew a record crowd of over 50,000 people for four days of balloon flights, music, and local tourism activities.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bento-balonismo-festival-draws-record-50000-attendees

### 2026-10-08: Balloon festivals scheduled in Brazil and Portugal

Hot air balloon festivals are arriving in Bento Gonçalves, Brazil, and the Alentejo region of Portugal, featuring special balloon designs and nighttime light displays.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/balloon-festivals-scheduled-in-brazil-and-portugal

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