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Saluting Heroes Balloon Rally
Rhinelander, WI · Festival
- When
- July 30–31, 2027
- Where
- Hodag Country Fest Grounds, 4270 River Rd · Rhinelander · WI
- Cost
- Not confirmed
- Status
- Approximate: based on past editions, not announced yet
A hot-air balloon rally on the Hodag Country Festival grounds that benefits veterans' causes, featuring mass balloon launches and evening balloon glows. It is a newer but well-established addition to Rhinelander's summer calendar.
The history within reach
- Hodag Country Festivalsame spot
A multi-day country music camping festival named for Rhinelander's mythical hodag creature, running since the 1980s.
- Saluting Heroes Balloon Rallysame spot
A hot-air balloon rally on the Hodag Country Festival grounds that benefits veterans' causes, featuring mass balloon launches and evening balloon glows.
- The Hodag of Rhinelander2.8 mi
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