September
5-7 2008
News and events
06-04-2008
The Great Reno Balloon Race Solicits Community Support The beloved event issues a call for sponsors (RENO, Nev.) – Support is still needed to ... more
04-29-2008
The Great Reno Balloon Race Launches New Web site User-friendly site for hot-air balloon enthusiasts (RENO, Nev.) – Now in its 27th year, The Gre... more
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Information on Parking & Transportation
Parking at The Great Reno Balloon Race is extremely limited and traffic can be congested. The information listed below will help make your travel to and from the event enjoyable and hassle free. Remember, Rancho San Rafael Park is only 1.5 miles from downtown Reno and would make a wonderful morning walk for our out-of-town visitors who are so inclined.RTC RIDE Program
RTC RIDE will be offering park & ride service to and from The Great Reno Balloon Race on Saturday and Sunday, September 6 & 7. RTC RIDE has pickup points at Meadowood Mall, Reed High School and downtown Reno’s Citicenter. For more information on times, locations and fares call (775) 348-RIDE or go to their Web site www.rtcwashoe.com.
Parking at the Event
If you choose to drive to the event, make sure to arrive early as there is only limited parking at the event site. If you don't mind walking a few blocks you can park for free at the University’s north lots but remember that cars must be removed by 10 a.m. Parking will also be available at the corner of North Sierra Street and McCarran Boulevard and at the Coleman Street parking lot for a donation to the Reno South Rotary Club’s children’s charities.
Handicapped Parking
As always handicapped parking is available at the event for those with a handicapped placard or license plate. Please go to any entrance of the park and you will be directed to a handicapped parking lot. If needed, volunteers with golf carts will be available to transport those unable to walk from the parking lot to the event site. Please be aware, there may be an extended wait time for an available golf cart depending on the number of those requesting assistance.
RV Information.
In 2005, all vehicles including RVs were banned from parking on McCarran Blvd. due to safety concerns of The City of Reno and Police Department. Click here to read more about it.
Rancho San Rafael Park regulations prohibit overnight parking of vehicles. For a list of reputable RV parks in the area please contact Reno-Sparks Convention & Visitors Authority at (800) FOR-RENO.
EVENT LOCATION
Rancho San Rafael Park
1595 N. Sierra St., Reno, Nevada
The mission of the Great Reno Balloon Race is to provide a premier, safe, family-oriented/tourist-attractive, visually dramatic event that celebrates the joy of flight while remaining free to the public.
