• Swindon & Wiltshire Culture
• Thursday March 13 2025
• Author Name: Peter Davison

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta to return in 2025 with Albert Goodman as lead sponsor

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is set to return in 2025 with South West accountancy firm Albert Goodman as the headline sponsor.

Organisers say the partnership with Albert Goodman will help ensure the Fiesta stays true to its founding constitution – to remain free for the city, celebrate Bristol and support the regional economy.

The Fiesta will run from Friday to Sunday, August 8 to 10.

Albert Goodman is a leading South West-based accountancy firm, which has been helping businesses prosper for well over a century.

The firm – which opened a Bristol office in 2023 – is headquartered in Taunton and has offices in Yeovil, Weston-Super-Mare and Weymouth.

Robin Clempson, marketing director at Albert Goodman, commented: “We’re delighted to have partnered with the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta for 2025 and beyond.

“Albert Goodman has been operating in communities throughout the South West for over 150 years, and as a proudly independent business, we feel real connection to the pioneering spirit embedded in the Fiesta.

“We’re excited to be supporting the region’s most iconic and loved event, and we look forward to what is shaping up to be an unforgettable Fiesta!”

Ben Hardy, executive director of Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, said: “The last few years have been undeniably challenging, and bringing the Fiesta back in 2024 took real blood, sweat, and tears. But the incredible support from the public and business community has been truly reassuring.

“We’re hugely grateful to our new headline partner, Albert Goodman and to our returning sponsors for their contribution in helping to stabilise the event’s future.

“With their support, we’re excited to introduce new programmes, initiatives, and features that will not only enhance the visitor experience but also celebrate Bristol and its deep-rooted connection to the world of hot air ballooning.”

The iconic Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is a free-to-attend, three-day event that celebrates the city and its heritage links to the remarkable world of hot air ballooning.

Over 100 balloons are expected to take flight across the city from Ashton Court, weather permitting.

Pictured: Albert Goodman staff pictured with the Balloon Fiesta team