albuquerque hot air balloon festival

The 51st Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta runs from October 7-15. Watch the sky lit up with uniquely shaped balloons in a spectacular lineup at the ultimate ballooning event. Expect balloon rodeos, balloons flying against a backdrop of swarms of swarms, and balloons of all shapes and sizes. A total of 107 uniquely shaped balloons from 6 countries will be on display, including 12 new shapes that are debuting this year. There’s plenty more to see and do at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta!