The Administaff Holiday Balloon at Discovery Green December 3, 2009

The Administaff Holiday Balloon is a safe, non-combustible, “green operation.” It is silent, has no impact on the environment, and is filled with helium only once for the three-month period the balloon is at Discovery Green. Proceeds from the balloon rides will benefit Discovery Green Conservancy and the park’s free programming.

What: Administaff Holiday Balloon
When: December 4, 2009 through February 28, 2010 (opening day is weather dependent) Balloon opens to the public at Noon on Dec. 4
Where: Discovery Green on the Jones Lawn (1500 McKinney)
Hours:
Monday – Thursday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

The balloon may be closed at times due to weather or private parties; call (646) 827-6287 for updates. Modified hours on holidays and non-school days. Check website for details.

Admission: $20 adults and $15 children 12 and under during peak hours (weekdays after 5 p.m., weekends & holidays); $15 adults, $10 children 12 and under all other times

Contact: www.discoverygreen.com; Balloon Weather Hotline (646) 827-6287 or (713) 400-7336

Official Website: http://www.discoverygreen.com