Great Park CA, Irvine balloon ride?

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anyone who lives in irvine and went to great park, do you have to pay to go on the orange balloon or is it free?

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Rates
Beginning January 16, 2014, the Great Park launched a new standard pricing structure for the Great Park Balloon and Carousel designed to provide more opportunities for families, children, and large groups to enjoy the iconic Great Park attractions.

Family & Friends Passes
The new standard pricing includes Family & Friends passes for both the Great Park Balloon and Carousel that offer discounts for larger groups. Visitors can purchase four adult Balloon flights and receive a fifth adult Balloon flight free (five adult Balloon flights for $40). Visitors can also purchase 10 all-day Carousel rides for $20 (savings of 30 percent on all-day pass).

Great Park Balloon:

Adults (19 and older): $10
Children (12-18 years old): $5 without paid accompanying adult
Children (18 years old and younger)*: Free with paid adult
Family & Friends Pass: $40 for five adult flights
*Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult on Balloon flights.

Great Park Carousel:

All-Day Pass: $3
Single Ride: $2
Family & Friends Pass: $20 for 10 all-day passes
Did you know the Great Park also hosts a variety of family-friendly events throughout the year? It’s true! Check out our events page to see a full list of upcoming things to do at the Orange County Great Park.
Parking InformationParking & Ticket Purchase
Parking opens 30 minutes before operating hours. Registration begins 30 minutes before operating hours in the morning, and one hour before night flights resume in the evening. A registration waiver (available at the Visitors Center) must be signed by every potential passenger prior to getting a boarding pass. A parent or guardian must sign for children under 18. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please note: Registration is on a first come, first served basis and does not guarantee balloon flights, as all rides are weather permitting.

AccessibilityAccessibility & Restrictions
There are no age, height, or health restrictions to fly on the Great Park Balloon.

The Balloon is also wheelchair accessible, allowing guests with wheelchairs and Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECV) to remain in their seat during flight. Should a wheelchair or ECV exceed the maximum dimensions permitted (25″ wide by 48.5″ long), the options to transfer to a standard wheelchair or folding chair are available at the Visitors Center.

Did You Know?Did You Know?
The Great Park Balloon is one of the largest tethered helium (not hot air) balloons and the first of its kind in the United States. It is environmentally safe, non-polluting, and virtually silent.

Standing 118 feet tall with a volume of 210,000 cubic feet, the Balloon can hold up to 30 passengers in its 1,810-pound gondola. Flying at an altitude up to 400 feet, it is always tethered to the ground by a steel cable with the strength of 99,000 pounds, making it a safe and fun experience for everyone.

Questions, comments, or concerns?
Please email or call the Visitors Center at 1-(866) 829-3829 (toll-free).
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