6 Tips To Help Make This Year's Great Reno Balloon Race The Best Yet

The Great Reno Balloon Race is back.

1. PJs aren't just for the kids.

Why leave the PJ fun to kids only? You deserve to be comfy and cozy during the wee hours too! Get your tail to Junkee Clothing Exchange in Midtown Reno, immediately. You’ll definitely secure some fun, one of a kind digs here. For babes in arms, check out Sippees, located just across the street.

2. Grab a coffee before you head to the park.

Ok, so you’re outfitted appropriately now. Snag some savory morning roasts to entice you out of the sack at 5 AM. A hop, skip and a jump from Rancho San Rafael is the outrageously delicious Purple Bean coffee shop. We love this place because you can get your chocolate and caffeine fix all at once with their Snickers Latte.

3. May the force be with you.

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The Darth Vader balloon is back. Even if you must brave mobs of non-caffeinated zombies, do what you gotta do to snag a selfie with the Dark Lord. Star Wars enthusiast or not, do it, because who doesn't want to see an 86-foot Darth Vader head hailing from Belgium?!?

4. Share your best snaps for a chance to win a free balloon ride in 2015.

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This event is just asking to be photographed. Witness the hypnotically beautiful, vibrant balloons contrasting the crisp mountain skies, scored your best selfie to date with the stormtroopers, and potentially spot some hilarious episodes of bed head. With a potential 2015 balloon ride on the line, enter the photo contest here.

5. Grab some grub.

If you managed to resist the cluster of snacking selections at the Race, cap off your excursion with a brunch at some of Reno’s finest eateries. Archie’s is ridiculously convenient, so snag a spot early before the crowds show up. Or, you dabble in some of the best omelet’s you’ve ever tasted at Squeeze In, just down the street. If you’re looking to step up your game a bit, enjoy some choice dishes at the Stone House Cafe and definitely order a Bloody Mary. You won't be disappointed.

6. Nap.

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One final stop: get home and treat yourself to a solid nap. You’ll want to must up enough energy to make it back to the Race Sunday to see who secures the win!