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Great Reno Balloon Race
September 4 - 7, 2008
More than just an exhibit of gorgeous flying machines, the Great Reno Balloon Race brings together the nation’s top balloonists competing in events like the Hare and the Hound, Target Drop and Key Grab. A trademark of the race is its Dawn Patrol that takes place as the sun rises and provides an amazing spectacle as balloons glow, twinkle, and fly along with choreographed music.

National Championship Air Races
September 10 - 14, 2008
The world’s longest running air race is the only place where you can see five days of real air racing among six classes of aircraft that reach speeds of more than 500 miles per hour. The event also features hundreds of military and historic airplane display and jaw dropping aerobatic exhibitions. While enjoying the races, spectators can visit the pits and watch race teams work on the aircraft, browse vendor booths, and take pleasure in a wide variety of food and beverages.

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