Held over 5 days from Wednesday 30th March to Sunday 3rd April 2005, this annual Hot-Air Balloon Fiesta is a spectacular sight in Wairarapa skies. There are numerous events and competitions held over the 5 days, one of the most spectacular being the Night-Glow at Solway Showgrounds, Masterton on Saturday 2nd April. A special train will run from Wellington to Solway for the Night-Glow and return after the event.