01/05/2026
๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฐ๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฒโ๐ฌ ๐
๐ข๐ซ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ง๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐จ๐จ๐ง ๐๐จ๐๐ซ!
For the first time, the skies of Naga became home to hot air balloons from 12 countries, marking a milestone moment not only for the festival but for the cityโs growing identity as a destination for culture, tourism, music, and shared community experiences.
The opening day showed what the festival was created for: to bring people together, celebrate local and international talent, and offer Nagueรฑos and visitors a new kind of experience โ one filled with color, music, food, family bonding, and the unforgettable sight of balloons rising over the city.
The crowd turnout reflected the publicโs excitement and support for an event of this scale. From early attendees waiting to witness the balloons, to families enjoying the festival grounds, to music fans gathering for the evening program, Day 1 proved that Naga is ready for bigger, bolder, and more memorable events.
More than a festival, the event created movement for the local economy. Every person who came helped support artists, vendors, concessionaires, event staff, suppliers, workers, and families whose livelihoods are strengthened by gatherings like this.
The successful opening also affirmed the heart of the festival: the hot air balloon experience, music, local artists, community celebration, and Naga pride.
As the festival continues, organizers thank the public for showing up, supporting the event, and helping make history in the cityโs skies.
Day 1 was more than an opening. It was a statement: Naga can host moments that inspire, gather, and uplift.
Naga showed up.
Naga made history.
And the festival has only just begun.