(Des Moines, IA) -- Over two dozen Hot Air balloons have been seen in the Des Moines area Monday morning. Balloon Flight Over Des Moines launched from Water Works Park. This is ahead of the National Balloon Classic in Indianola. Over 100 hot air balloons from all around the nation will fill the skies in Indianola from Friday, July 30th through August 7th. The National Balloon Classic will also have live music, food and beverage options, fireworks, and more. People can also buy tickets to fly in a hot air balloon.