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SARC's 2nd Annual Rising Above It Balloon Festival Family Fun Day

Family Fun Day takes place at the Harford County Equestrian Center rain or shine and features a mix of activities for kids and adults alike.

Hot-air balloon pilots will provide interactive demonstrations. Kids can take horse rides (additional fee) and participate in Home Depot’s “kids workshop,” moon bounces, face painting, balloon twisting and a scavenger hunt. The Maryland Zoo’s ZOOmobile will also be on hand as will Harford County Public Library’s Rolling Reader.

In addition, there will be a child- and youth-friendly tent filled with additional activities plus another that will focus on a mix of activities for youth and adults.

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Radio personality Maynard Edwards serves as the day’s master of ceremonies. His award-winning band, Collect All 5 (formerly Mobtown Saints) will perform two shows on the main stage.

Other family-oriented entertainment includes Kinetic Youth Academy’s tumbling show, Move It Move It Move It with Uncle Pete, Mr. Twister “magic show,” dog frisbee show and Zumba interactive demonstrations.

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The day concludes with hot air balloons taking flight for a hare and hound race (weather permitting).

Shoppers will enjoy the various items on display in vendor hall. Food will be available for purchase at the festival.

Booz Allen Hamilton is the title sponsor of Family Fun Day.

Tickets for Family Fun Day cost $5 per person (kids 5 and under are free) and may be purchased in advance online at www.sarc-maryland.org. Tickets may also be purchased at the gate.

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