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Elvis takes flight at Delta balloon festival

By Lisa Young
Published July 11, 2024 at 9:23 AM MDT
Kimela Schlup/KVNF
Elvis takes flight at the second annual 4th of July Western Sky Balloon Festival

Our nation celebrated 248 years of independence and democracy this July. To honor our nation, the City of Delta hosted its second annual 4th of July Western Sky Balloon Festival at Confluence Park.

Balloons 'splash n' dash' in the calm waters of Confluence Lake in Delta, Colorado during the 4th of July Western Sky Balloon Festival
Lisa Young/KVNF
Balloons 'splash n' dash' in the calm waters of Confluence Lake in Delta, Colorado during the 4th of July Western Sky Balloon Festival


One balloon stood head and shoulders above the rest. The 105 foot tall Elvis Tribute Balloon piloted by Debby Young of Albuquerque, New Mexico caught the attention of 'balloon lovers' of all ages.
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Lisa Young