Friday, May 25, 2012 – 6 PM – 8 PM
Saturday, May 26, 2012 – 6 PM – 8 PM
Sunday, May 27, 2012 – 6 PM – 8 PM
Monday, May 28, 2012 – 6 PM – 8 PM

Saturday, Sunday and Monday the balloons are in the area flying from 7AM – 9 AM

Please note hot-air balloons may not fly due to winds, rain, fog or other inclement weather.  Hot Air Balloons are not prone to be visible at the event site during the hours of Noon-6PM unless tethering as they only fly in the early morning or early evening.

If interested in a Hot-Air Balloon Ride click here!

2012 Schedule

• 5:00 PM - Belly Dancers
• 5:30 PM Ric Singleton - Magic 
• 6:00 PM Michelle Leigh - Country concert 

Saturday May 26th 

• 1:00 PM Steve Langley – Juggling and Paddle ball King
• 1:45 PM Susan Van De Weghe – Puppets
• 2:15 PM Ric Singleton - Comedy Magic
• 3:00 PM Circus music and acts
• 4:00 PM Dance exhibit
• 4:45 PM Steve Langely- Paddle ball King 
• 5:30 PM Susan Van De Weghe- Puppets 
• 6:15 PM Circus music and acts
• 7:00 PM Dance exhibit 

Sunday May 27th

• 1:00 PM Steve Langley- Juggling and Paddle ball King
• 1:45 PM Susan Van De Weghe- Puppets
• 2:15 PM Ric Singleton- Comedy Magic
• 3:00 PM Circus music and acts
• 4:00 PM Dance exhibit 
• 4:45 PM Steve Langley- Paddle ball King
• 5:30 PM Susan Van De Weghe- Puppets 
• 6:15 PM Circus music and acts
• 7:00 PM Dance exhibit

Monday May 28th 

• 1:00 PM Steve Langley- Juggling and Paddle ball King
• 1:45 PM Susan Van De Weghe- Puppets
• 2:15 PM Ric Singleton- Comedy Magic
• 3:00 PM Circus music and acts
• 4:00 PM Dance exhibit
• 4:45 PM Steve Langley- Paddle ball King 
• 5:30 PM Susan Van De Weghe- Puppets 
• 6:15 PM Circus music and acts
• 7:00 PM Dance exhibit 

Other family fun activities include: 

• Arts and crafts all day
• Cookie decorating 
• Hat decorating with a parade to follow 
• Minute to win it type games

Hosted by Simpsonville First Baptist

Schedule subject to change 

• BI-LO re-grand opening tour bus with games and prizes

• Freedom Weekend picture challenge: visit the BI-LO supersaver Facebook page for your chance to win fuelperks, one month of free groceries or other prizes.

• Visit the BI-LO General Store during event

• http://www.bi-lo.com/

Event Dates and Hours:

Friday, May 25, 2012 - 3 PM - 11 PM

Saturday, May 26, 2012 - 12 Noon - 11 PM

Sunday, May 27, 2012 - 12 Noon - 11 PM

Monday, May 28, 2012 - 12 Noon - 9 PM

Free Admission Promotion:

FIRST 100 MINUTES FREE
HONORING GREENVILLE HOSPITAL'S CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

Saturday, May 26th and Sunday, May 27th ONLY

12:00 NOON until 1:40 PM ONLY

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

• Admission is free from 12 Noon through 1:40 PM ($12 Value) - Saturday and Sunday ONLY
• Admission is one time entry – NO RE-ENTRY
• Event opens at 12 Noon
• To qualify for the Free Admission you must be in the Event Parking Lot no later than 1:40 PM…please understand there are no exceptions so plan your travel time, plan for potential traffic delays and come early
• Parking is not included and there is a $5 Parking Fee
• Event Parking will open at 11:45 AM and vehicles will not be able to line up prior to the Parking Area opening
• Free Admission Offer is NOT VALID at vendor, sponsor, pilot entrance off Howard Drive
• Free Admission voucher must be redeemed at gate no later than 2:15 PM

GATE ADMISSION PRICING:

Friday May 25th through Sunday May 27th: 

$12.00 at the gate* 
12 and under are free with paid adult admission purchase

BI-LO Day: 

Monday May 28th, FREE gate admission all day presented by  

*Admission prices are based on a one time entry - NO RE-ENTRY

*Ticket includes amphitheater concert admission

Parking:

 $5.00 per day, no reentry 

Schedule of Events

Saturday
12noon – 6pm Tournament
Super-Open Freestyle 3 rounds
Open Freestyle 2 rounds

Sunday
12noon – 6pm Tournament
Super-Pro Toss & Fetch
Pro Toss & Fetch
Novice Toss & Fetch
Jr Kids Novice Toss & Fetch

Monday
WOOF! Sports USA – Amazing Animal Athlete Dog Shows
Canine Disc and Dog Agility

Show Times
1:30pm – 30- 45 minutes
3:00pm – 30- 45 minutes
5:00pm – 30- 45 minutes

Get your DOG, get your DISC, grab your camera, and come join the FUN as you explore, celebrate, and stand in awe before the special relationship between people and the disc dogs that share their lives. Disc Dog Freedom Weekend Nationals are one of the planet’s premier Frisbee dog contest. The Freedom Weekend Nationals features world class Frisbee dogs from around the country vying for a share of great prizes and trophies.

· 6 divisions of competition - beginners to the most advanced

· Saturday - Freestyle teams from around the country will compete paw-to-paw with the top dogs advancing the US Disc Dog Nationals in Cartersville, GA.

· Sunday’s competition features four divisions of Toss & Fetch competition: Junior, Novice, Pro and Super Pro. Open to the public.

· Freestyle demonstrations throughout the weekend by Former World Champions Melissa Heeter & Ariel Asah and her newest dog Ariel Ally, along with other Greater Atlanta Dog & Disc Club members.

For Details Contact: www.atlantadiscdogs.com, Melissa Heeter - 770-386-6184 or Melissaheeter@comcast.com
 

The Acoustic Stage allows for a performer to showcase their music for an entire day.  The Acoustic Stage is located on the main festival footprint near the main food court in front of the Centreplex Building.  Please grab some food and drink, sit back, relax and enjoy the show.  

2012 Schedule 

Friday May 25th 

5PM-9PM 

Josh Montgomery- Amazing guitar 

Saturday May 26th 

1PM-8PM 

Jean Calvert- Classic Jazz

Sunday May 27th 

1PM-8PM

Wolfman Grant- Deep N'Awleens blues

Monday May 28th 

1PM-8PM

Paul Babelay- Mesmerizing Vibraphones

May 26, 2012

Freedom Weekend Aloft and Vapor Student Ministries of Southside Fellowship are joining efforts to host the 3rd annul Krazy Kow 5K and Kowabunga Fun Run.

Click here to register

Click here for 5K route map

Race entry includes a free ticket to Freedom Weekend Aloft, information on FREE parking, a scenic gravel free course, motivation stations, and a VIP post-race reception.

All proceeds will go towards enabling young people to participate in mission experiences this summer with Southside Fellowship.

    Some of the Food You May See at Freedom Weekend Aloft

Bruster's

Ice Cream, Floats, Milkshakes, etc

Mann Promotions

Sweet Potato Wrap, Hevy's Lemonade, Boiled Peanuts, etc.

Chick Fil A

Original Chicken Sandwich, Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Sweet Tea, etc.

Fuddruckers

Hamburgers, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Fuddruckers Fries, etc.

Bojangles

Cajun Filet Sandwich, Homestyle Tenders, Sweet Potato Pie, etc

Knights of Columbus

Meatball subs, Italian Sausage

Mom and M's

Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, BBQ Chicken, etc.

Willisaws BarBQue

Pulled Pork, Rib Tips, Smoked BBQ Wings, etc.

Bianco's Foods

Pizza, Calzone, Strombolis, etc.

Sea Eagle Mkt

Fried Shrimp, Crab Cakes, Fried Oysters, etc,

Danielle's Gyros

Greek Gyros, Chicken Pita, Kabobs, etc.

BI-LO General Store

Lance Crackers, Cotton Candy, Candied Apples etc

BI-LO Tent

Johnsonville Brats, Gwaltney Hot Dogs, fresh fruit, etc

Rhino Concessions

Mom's Mac & Cheese Balls, Deep Fried Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Deep Fried Burger Dog, etc

***Beer, wine, soda, water, tea, etc. will be available for purchase all day at the event site on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday***

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Some of the Rides and Inflatables you may see in the Amusement Areas at Freedom Weekend Aloft

Will And Kris Amusements

Rides

El Paso Train Ride, Tubs of Fun Ride, Dragonfly Swing, Kiddie Kopter Ride, Tijuana Twister Ride, Whirlybird Ride, Rock Wall, and more! 

Inflatables

Jurassic Adventure, Kids Challenge, Dual Lane Slide, Atlantis, Obstacle Challenge, Wacky Kiddie Korner, Wacky World, and a Moonbounce for Kids!

*Tickets may be purchased for all amusements (Rides and Inflatables)

*There will also be a $10.00 wristband offer that is good for all day inflatable use.

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Some of the items sold by the Market Vendors at Freedom Weekend Aloft

Avon Products, caricatures,  women's clothing, yard decorations, screen printed t-shirts, sunglasses, leather products (belts, wallets, dog collars etc), spray on tattoos, sand art, Scentsy wick-less candles, jewelry and more!