When Balloon Pilots Come Out to Play, Winter Fun Flights 2026

Featured image for the blog post When Balloon Pilots Come Out to Play: Bill Harrop’s Winter Fun Flights 2026. The image celebrates Bill Harrop’s “Original” Balloon Safaris’ annual Winter Fun Flights, held from 17 to 19 July 2026. It showcases multiple colourful hot air balloons flying over the Magalies River Valley at sunrise, alongside nostalgic photographs representing 45 years of ballooning heritage. The event brings together experienced balloon pilots for friendly flying competitions, fellowship, and the preservation of South Africa’s ballooning traditions.