13 magical pictures as Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2025 fills the sky with colour

The magical Bristol International Balloon Fiesta returned to Ashton Court Estate this weekend, celebrating the city’s rich heritage in hot air ballooning.

- Explore 49 brilliant photos from Bristol Balloon Fiesta's stunning Nightglow

The two-day event returned on Friday and Saturday (August 8 and 9) and boasted a jam-packed programme of entertainment, activities, food and, of course, incredible hot air balloons.

Take a look at 13 fantastic photographs of this year’s hot air balloons, which filled the Bristol skies with colour.