IN PHOTOS: Lubao International Balloon and Music Festival 2017
By: Gillan Lasic
- 7 years ago
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 setting up and inflating the balloons. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netWe 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.
Ann Sigua encouraged her kid, Ken, 10, to experience the hot air balloon ride though he was scared at first. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netThe pilot of the “Happy Heart” balloon, Endo Mamoru, took us to the skies! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netColorful hot air balloons up in the sky! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netThis one seemed to have a hangover from Coldplay’s concert. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netIt’s not everyday you’ll see a floating chicken in the sky… and a pitcher! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netThese 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.netWe found Parks and Recreations‘s “Lil’ Sebastian” look-alike at Zoocobia. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netWho says camels can only be found in the desert? GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netWell, who doesn’t love Love Birds?! GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netThe 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.netSan Miguel brought inflatables of some of their alcoholic beverages. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netThere’s also an inflatable playground for children to hang out in and have fun. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netAmidst all the happenings, this mime was as chill as the wind. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netThe crowd rocked on to music from Gloc 9 and Parokya Ni Edgar. GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.netThe balloons were inflated again at night and were lit up in sync to music during the “night glow.” GILLAN LASIC / INQUIRER.net
