Lakeshore Balloon Glow is a free, family-friendly event featuring glowing hot air balloons, delicious food trucks and cold drinks, a water ski show, family-friendly activities and entertainment, fireworks and more in the heart of Manitowoc’s downtown. All funds raised at the eventLakeshore Balloon Glow is a free, family-friendly event featuring glowing hot air balloons, delicious food trucks and cold drinks, a water ski show, family-friendly activities and entertainment, fireworks and more in the heart of Manitowoc’s downtown. All funds raised at the event support downtown beautification projects.  support downtown beautification projects.