The 9th Annual Red Rock Balloonfest continues today, with several activities scheduled at North Overlook Beach. Jill Vandevoort with the Pella Convention and Visitors Bureau says there will be a band performing this evening, along with a new balloon-related event. The third scheduled launch of the weekend takes place this evening, and a fourth one is set to take off early Sunday morning. Several activities are being hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers throughout today as well, including a special celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Red Rock Dam at 5:30 p.m. on North Overlook Beach. The KNIA/KRLS Lil’ Big Red Radio will be playing music from the beach throughout the day today.

SATURDAY, JULY 13, 2019

6:30am: Approximate Launch of Morning Flight

7:00am Pancake Breakfast

8:00am: 5K & 10K FUNdraiser Run/Walk

9:00-11:00am “Let’s Go Paddling”

Kid’s activities/crafts on the beach

Food Vendors

50th Celebration announcements made by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Cake served on the beach in celebration of Lake Red Rock’s 50th Anniversary

6:00-10:00pm: Live music by Rock Bottom Band

6:30 pm: Approximate Launch of evening flight

Glow on the beach, approximately dusk

Dusk: Lighted boat parade

SUNDAY, JULY 14, 2019

6:30am: Approximate Launch of Morning Flight

*Please note: All event activities are subject to change due to weather and wind conditions.