Annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

For thousands of years, people around the world have focused their eyes on the skies – dreaming of what it would be like to drift through the air, gazing down on the Earth below. This year, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta invites you to “Come Touch the Sky.”

For ten days, the skies will be filled with glorious color as hundreds of balloonists float gently over the beautiful New Mexico backdrop. Reaching for the sun and floating in the wind allows pilots and passengers to experience spectacular and diverse views of the city and countryside. These flying adventurers turn the city skies into a magical kaleidoscope of color.

Excitement and adventure can be found on the ground as well. More than 700 balloons launch from 72 grass-covered acres at Balloon Fiesta Park where guests can walk amongst the balloons finding out first hand what it’s like to experience the magic of ballooning. Guests will experience mass ascensions, balloon glows, the Special Shapes Rodeo, and the Annual America’s Challenge Gas Balloon Race.

Visit www.balloonfiesta.com for a complete Balloon Fiesta schedule, balloon history background, photos, and official Balloon Fiesta weather.

Experience the beauty of flight and create memories that will last a lifetime.