Bristol Balloon Fiesta is one of the most exciting events the city plays host to, with the annual attraction bringing over 100,000 people to Ashton Court to watch stunning mass ascents and night glows across four days.
And even when the weather isn't kind - as it wasn't in 2018 - it is still worth heading to the mansion's grounds as the organisers are keen to put on a show come rain or shine.
On the Sunday of last year's Balloon Fiesta, for example, unrelenting rain and wind forced the final night glow to be cancelled, but organisers instead staged a spectacular fire and music show using just the baskets of the hot air balloons.
It was a magical display which once again demonstrated how thrilling the Fiesta can be, even when the weather gods don't get the memo.
When will the Balloon Fiesta return in 2019?
Fans of the fiesta will be delighted to learn that has been confirmed to return in 2019.
The dates for your diary are Thursday, August 8 - Sunday, August 11.
The information on the event's Facebook page states: "The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta offers a spectacular free weekend for the whole family from Thursday 8th - Sunday 11th August 2019.
"The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta has long been a highlight in Britain's event calendar, with over 100 hot air balloons taking off at dawn and dusk, and lighting up the sky at night with evening balloon glows.
"Featuring four days of colourful hot air balloon displays, hundreds of thousands of visitors gather to watch the balloons of all shapes and sizes lift over the city."
