Across the United States families are releasing black balloons on Thursday to honor those who died due to overdose — a tradition that was started in Massachusetts. March 6 is known as Black ...

“The dark balloon may also indicate that it is a heliotrope aka solar balloon and uses solar heating for either all or partial buoyant lift.” The purported wreckage of a Ukrainian balloon over ...

The unique event sees burners on balloons go off in time to music after dark. The annual fiesta is due to host several mass ascents over the weekend, where dozens of balloons take off and float ...

where grounded balloons twinkle in the dark. From New Mexico to Japan and everywhere in between, hot air balloon festivals offer spectacular sights and plenty of family-friendly activities.