Elitch Gardens · Operating
Balloon Race
Kids balloon spinner · KiddieLand
A kiddie balloon ride that lifts and spins colorful gondolas on a short cycle.
At a glance
Key facts for Balloon Race.
Type
Spin, drop & swing
Status
Operating
Subtype
Kids balloon spinner
Land
Park
Specifications
Sourced stats for Balloon Race.
Ride profile
Spin, drop & swing · Kids balloon spinner
- kids
Experience
Kids balloon spinner
Specs source: elitchgardens.com
History
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Timeline
Balloon Race operating
Background
Balloon Race lifts KiddieLand guests in balloon-themed tubs — a gentle spinner beside Mike's Bikes and Sunflower Swings.
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Sources & official links
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- Balloon Race — official ride pageelitchgardens.com(opens in a new tab)
- Elitch Gardens — official siteelitchgardens.com(opens in a new tab)
- Elitch Gardens on Coaster AtlasPark page
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