Did you know Albuquerque is the Hot Air Ballooning Capital of the World? Home to the ExxonMobil…
Experience the Hot Air Ballooning Capital of the World, All Year!
Friday, August 14, 2026 8:00 AM by Tracy Cox
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Category - Balloon Fiesta
Events Happening During Balloon Fiesta
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 11:00 AM by Sarah
The first full week of October is a busy time in Albuquerque. Hundreds of balloons take to the skies…
Albuquerque's Sights, Sounds & Scents of Fall
Monday, September 29, 2025 8:00 AM by Tracy Cox
While the fall season is loved by many all over the world, Albuquerque lights up for this…
Spot the Special Shapes at Balloon Fiesta
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 8:00 AM by Sarah
It’s always fun to spot the different brightly-colored balloons that take to the sky during the…
How to Dress for Iconic Albuquerque Events
Friday, March 7, 2025 10:00 AM by Sarah
Visiting Albuquerque for one of the city’s many signature events? We’ve got you covered when it…
View the 2023 Annular Eclipse in Albuquerque
Friday, June 30, 2023 10:00 AM by Sarah
A big astronomical event is happening on Oct. 14, 2023 – an annular eclipse – and Albuquerque is one…
Soar Over Albuquerque in a Hot Air Balloon
Monday, November 28, 2022 8:00 AM by Sarah
Albuquerque is the Hot Air Ballooning Capital of the World. The host of the Albuquerque…
50 Years of Balloon Fiesta: Then and Now
Wednesday, April 6, 2022 9:00 AM by Sarah
This year, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® celebrates 50 years of what has become a…
22 Reasons to Visit Albuquerque in 2022
Tuesday, December 21, 2021 11:00 AM by Brenna
1. 50th Anniversary of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® As the Hot Air Ballooning…
Sneak Peek of Special Shape Balloons at the 49th Balloon Fiesta
Monday, August 30, 2021 4:00 PM by Andie Mercer
Summer is coming to an end and fall is nearly upon us. And as the smell of roasted green chile fills…
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