Schedule

September 15, 2023

5:00 PM : Emerson Central Fields Opens

Food trucks, concessions and St. Charles Nissan & Hyundai Family Picnic Areas open! (visit our FAQS page for more info about coolers and concessions).
Visit the PNC Bank Mobile Learning Adventure PLUS Activities from St. Louis Children’s Hospital, wagons rides with Sydentricker Nobbe, and more!
Midway concessions, food trucks, inflatables, games and sponsor activities begin

6:00 PM : Dance with DJ Reggie at the Wash U Main Stage

6:45 PM  8:45 PM : The Balloon Glow

The balloons “glow” like huge fireflies, a truly magical scene, and one not to be missed! The balloons do not launch during the balloon glow but for a portion of the evening (weather permitting) the rope line will be released, and spectators will be invited to walk around to enjoy the view and chat with pilots and crew.

9:00 PM : The U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team Takes Flight

9:15 PM : Pnc Bank Fireworks Final

September 16, 2023

2:00 PM – Central Field Opens

Celebrate 51 years of GFPBR at the WASH U Main Stage featuring DJ Reggie and exciting performances. St. Charles Nissan & Hyundai Family Picnic Areas Open
Purina Children’s Entertainment Area Opens Featuring: Purina Pro Plan Performance Team (performances at 2 p.m., 3:45 p.m.)
Visit the PNC Bank Mobile Learning Adventure PLUS Activities from St. Louis Children’s Hospital, wagons rides with Sydentricker Nobbe, and more!  Midway concessions, food trucks, inflatables, games and sponsor activities begin

3:00 PM – The U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team Takes Flight

3:30 PM – Opening Ceremonies

4:30 PM – Pnc Bank “Hare” Balloon Launches

4:45 PM – “Hound” Balloons Launch

Date : September 15 - 16, 2023  

Location : Central Field at Forest Park,Saint Louis, MO 63101.

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