Here's something unique and fun to do this Labor Day weekend in Colorado.

The Colorado Balloon Classic is an annual hot air balloon festival held at Memorial Park in Colorado Springs.

At dusk, many of the balloons are laid out to participate in the Balloon Glo - a beautiful display of lit balloons. Because this particular event occurred so late, we stayed for less than an hour. Abby was frightened by the sight of flames shooting up into the balloons plus the crowd screaming and cheering as the balloons all lit up. Kayleigh just didn't like the crowd noise. Despite the short amount of time we spent there, we had a great time seeing this neat display.

I would have loved to see the balloon ascension, which occurs first thing in the morning. I hear that as the mass of balloons take flight over Memorial Park lake, the colorful sight in the air is reflected in the water, doubling the spectacular effect. Maybe next year.