The Goodyear Blimp is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, and it’s doing so by offering a ride for two on the iconic airship.

According to the Akron, Ohio-based nonprofit Bounce Innovation Hub, the once-in-a-lifetime ride will go to the person who bids the most at the online auction. The auction is being held to benefit the nonprofit, which supports northeast Ohio innovators, entrepreneurs and startups.

How to ride in the Goodyear Blimp

Timeline:

People who are interested can visit the nonprofit’s auction website to place their bids.

As of Monday, Aug. 25, the highest bid was $10,100.

Timeline:

The auction ends on Sept. 25, at which time the highest bidder will be announced.

Local perspective:

The flight will take off from one of three Goodyear Blimp airship bases:

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