Hot Air Balloon Fiesta 2011.

his year marks the third year Putrajaya is hosting such an event. More than 20 balloonist from 14 countries including France, Japan and Vietnam participated in the event. Other than the Darth Vader, stand out balloons include Doraemon from Japan, a tree trunk with birds perched on it from USA, a clown hot air balloon and an upside down hot air balloon from Netherlands.

Besides the main event, other side activities were also available and running concurrently for the entertainment of its guests. For just RM10, you can ride up the tethered hot air balloon. There were also para-motors shows, helicopter rides, extreme games and funfair booths to keep the crowds occupied. Guests also stood a chance to fly in a hot air balloon by participating in various competitions like the snap and fly, colouring, block building and paper aeroplane competition.