For decades, people have also celebrated with balloon releases.
Many states now have banned balloon releases, and organizations such as Balloons Blow have been created to educate people about the environmental issues.
California, Connecticut, Florida, Ohio and Tennessee have passed restrictions on balloon releases.
The flame arrived on horseback and was positioned on the podium near the stadium where speeches and a balloon release have succeeded.
A balloon release occurs when a number of hydrogen or helium-filled balloons are allowed to float into the sky together, or in rapid succession.
For these reasons, balloon releases are prohibited in some jurisdictions.
The Jacksonville Landing hosted a week long celebration featuring a drum and bugle corps, balloon release, community choirs and national acts.
The song is accompanied by a large balloon release near the end.
Who should I check with to see if balloon releases are allowed in my area?
Some of the street kids held a balloon release and planted a tree in Freeway Park in his memory.