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IN PHOTOS: Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival 2017

Spectacular hot air balloons colored the skies in the morning while vibrant music kept the crowd alive as they partied through the night.

Last April 7, InqPOP! went to Lubao, Pampanga for the second day of the Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival (LIBMF) 2017 — the biggest hot air balloon festival in South East Asia. The festival featured hot air balloon flights from several local and international participants, as well as exciting aerial and ground activities. At night, Gloc 9 and Parokya Ni Edgar took the stage and delivered amazing performances as the crowd sang along to their favorite hits.

Check out some of the highlights of the second day of #LIBMF2017:

 

As early as 5 am, people were inflating balloons for the hot air balloon ride. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
As early as 5 am, people were setting up and inflating the balloons. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
We were privileged to get a ride on this cute "Happy Heart" hot air balloon. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
We were privileged to get to ride on this cute “Happy Heart” hot air balloon. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net

 

When all of the balloons were inflated, people got to see their spectacular and colorful designs.

When all of the balloons were inflated, people got to see their spectacular and colorful designs. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
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Ann Sigua encouraged her kid, Ken, 10,  to experience the hot air balloon ride though he was scared at first. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
Ann Sigua encouraged her kid, Ken, 10, to experience the hot air balloon ride though he was scared at first. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
The pilot of the "Happy Heart" balloon, Endo Mamoru, took us to the skies! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
The pilot of the “Happy Heart” balloon, Endo Mamoru, took us to the skies! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
Colorful hot air balloons up in the sky! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
Colorful hot air balloons up in the sky! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
This one seemed to have a hangover from Coldplay's concert. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
This one seemed to have a hangover from Coldplay’s concert. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
It's not everyday you'll see a floating chicken in the sky! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
It’s not everyday you’ll see a floating chicken in the sky… and a pitcher! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
These kids posed for the camera as they gathered around us when we landed on a field. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
These kids posed for the camera as they gathered around us when we landed on a field. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net

 

Several booths offered activities for attendees of the LIBMF such as animal attractions, an inflatable playground, selfie booths, food stalls, and more.

Zoobic Safari brought some of their animals in this "Zoocobia" booth. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
Zoobic Safari brought some of their animals in this “Zoocobia” booth. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
We found Parks and Recreations's "Lil' Sebastian" look-alike at Zoocobia. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
We found Parks and Recreations‘s “Lil’ Sebastian” look-alike at Zoocobia. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
Who says camels are only found at the desert. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
Who says camels can only be found in the desert? GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
Well, who doesn't love Love Birds?! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
Well, who doesn’t love Love Birds?! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
The Zoocobia mascot joined the crowd for the animal exhibit on stage. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
The Zoocobia mascot joins the crowd. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net

 

Smart provided a relaxing spot for participants at the LIBMF where they can rest, play, and take selfies at the photo booth. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
Smart provided a relaxing spot for participants at the LIBMF where they can rest, play, and take selfies at the photo booth. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
San Miguel brought some of their flagship alcoholic drinks's inflatables. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
San Miguel brought inflatables of some of their alcoholic beverages. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
There's also an inflatable playground for children to hangout and have fun! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
There’s also an inflatable playground for children to hang out in and have fun. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
This mime was as chill as the wind. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
Amidst all the happenings, this mime was as chill as the wind. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
The crowd rocked on to Gloc 9 and Parokya Ni Edgar. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
The crowd rocked on to music from Gloc 9 and Parokya Ni Edgar. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
The balloons were inflated again at night and were lit up in sync to music during the "night glow". GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
The balloons were inflated again at night and were lit up in sync to music during the “night glow.” GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
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