The Big Balloon

30th - 31st August 2009

Blackwood

Sunday 30th
12pm - 10pm - Arena acts, musical entertainment, food and craft stalls, children's workshops, funfair and amusements plus lots more.
2pm - 5pm - *Balloon Tethering
2pm - 5pm - *Kite Flying Displays
6pm - *The Big Balloon Mass Launch
9pm - Nightglow & Firework Display

Monday 31st
12pm - 7pm - Arena acts, musical entertainment, food and craft stalls, children's workshops, funfair and amusements plus lots more.
2pm - 5pm - *Balloon Tethering
2pm - 5pm - *Kite Flying Displays
6pm - *The Big Balloon Mass Launch

* Subject to weather suitability.
To avoid disappointment please contact 0870 066 4336 for 'Mass Launch' weather information.

For further info contact:
visitCaerphilly
Telephone: (029) 2088 0011
E-mail: tourism@caerphilly.gov.uk

ARENA ACTS

Flying Ryan Stunt Show

Flyin’ Ryan Mototcycle Stunt Show

Sun 24th - 12:00pm & 7:15pm
Mon 25th - 12:00pm & 5:15pm

You will be amazed at the sheer courage of this man as he jumps over cars, does freestyle tricks, wheelies standing up, sitting down, with one hand even standing on his seat, and jumps through flames. Ryan’s son ‘Jumpin James’ on his smaller 85cc machine does a daring double crossover with his daredevil dad.

Battling Cumberland Giants

Battling Cumberland Giants

Sun 24th - 2:45pm & 5:30pm

12 foot high giant wrestlers, Mighty Mick, and Terrible Ted and their sweetheart Big Ethel do battle in a fast moving action packed spectacular comedy wrestling match.

Wacky Tumblairs

Wacky Tumblairs

Sun 24th - 2:00pm & 4:45pm

The acrobatic partners ‘Play it strictly for laughs’ with high-bouncing trampoline stunts, knockabout slapstick and encourage hilarious audience participation.

Paws for Thought

Paws for Thought

Sun 24th - 1:30pm & 4:00pm

This team of 12-14 dogs and handlers are ever more popular due to their desire to entertain all the family. They are only happy when the audience is shouting, clapping and cheering the dogs.

Falconry Display

Falconry Display

Sun 24th - 3:30pm
Mon 25th - 2:15pm & 4:30pm

Watch spellbound as these magnificent creatures soar over the heads of the audience at frightening speed or watch hawks, owls and falcons close up and talk to experienced falconers about these wonderful birds of prey.

Jawahir Middle Eastern Dancers

Jawahir Middle Eastern Dancers

Sun 24th - 12:45pm

These ladies once again grace the Big Balloon arena with their stunning dances. The costumes glint in the sun and their movements show poise and panache. They perform all styles of Middle Eastern dance from Egyptian to Turkish via pop fusion. Their specialities are BellyBolly and folk styles. They have performed at several prestigious events including the National Eisteddfod.

Rockwood Dog Display Team

Rockwood Dog Display Team

Mon 25th - 1:30pm & 3:45pm

This local dog display team never fail in entertaining audiences with the skill and agility of some of the best-trained dogs in the country. The informative and very amusing commentary will keep you enthralled and the finale of the relay race will have you shouting for your favourite to win.

Smokey the Fire Engine

Smokey the Fire Engine

Mon 25th - 12:45pm & 3:00pm

Back once again by popular demand this hilarious show with all the antics of these clown fireman is sure to be a hit with our younger visitors. Watch and laugh as Smokey bangs, chugs and smokes his way around the arena.