Here's what will be on at this year's Telford Balloon Fiesta

Telford Balloon Fiesta is just over a week away and a packed programme has been announced.

Taking place in Telford Town Park from Friday, August 23, to Sunday, August 25, the event has drawn crowds from across the country.

On the Friday the event will be opened with the 'Night Glow spectacular' – with tickets required to attend.

The evening has an all-new line up to include family entertainment from 5pm with a Family Science Show, have-a-go activities, crafts, SPARC light and drum show and the Night Glow scheduled to start at 9.30pm.

Saturday and Sunday will feature free family fun from 12noon to 7pm.

Events arranged for the days include the Wings Parachute Team flying into the arena, a Kidszone, a live music stage, tethered balloons in the arena, a 'We Are Telford Carnival Parade' on Sunday from noon, a circus workshop and shows, food and drink vendors, as well as crafts and stalls.

Scheduled balloon flights will be weather dependent and are on the programme for early morning and early evening on both Saturday and Sunday.

Telford & Wrekin Council's Cabinet Member for Leisure, Tourism, Culture & the Arts, Councillor Angela McClements, said: "This really is one of our stand-out events in the council’s event programme and we are looking forward to another fantastic weekend drawing in visitors from across the region and indeed the country.

"There are new events and shows booked in this year as well as the favourite activities that our visitors love. The public have chosen the two shape balloons that will be appearing and we can’t wait to see these making their appearance at the fiesta.

"Please do get your tickets booked for Night Glow if you are hoping to come along as we know this will be a sell-out show. Prices are £5 for up to five people or £2 and adult and £1 a child. There are also Lego Workshop and Children’s Comedy Club tickets on sale now.

"This is a great opportunity for friends and family to get together to enjoy activities, live music and watch the balloons take to the skies."

More information and tickets are available from www.visittelford.co.uk/balloon