New Mexico Balloon Fiesta

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, Inc.

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4.5/5
(734) · Festival in Albuquerque, United States
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Imagine over 500 colorful hot air balloons rising up at dawn over the New Mexico landscape… there's truly nothing like it, and the place to experience …

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Jan 28, 2025
The International Balloon Fiesta was simply amazing! So much fun. It is a major event, however, so to avoid lines for food, etc. you should consider purchasing the VIP pavilion tickets. Reasonably… Full review by C2J4H
Nov 20, 2024
A wish list item, I was grateful to experience this incredible balloon fiesta which began in 1972 with 13 balloons launching out of a shopping mall parking lot. It has grown into a 9 day event with o… Full review by Robyne R
Oct 28, 2024
With a little planning, this is an awesome experience--especially the predawn activities and mass ascension (550 balloons this year?) The drone show and early test ascension by 10 or 12 balloons whi… Full review by travelerhugh
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If it is raining will the balloons still go up?
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The balloons will not go up in bad weather, wind, or rain. They have cancelled 2 days so far during this 2022 fiesta but the weather looks like it’s improving for the rest of the event. Enjoy!
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Hoping to bring a group of special needs travelers. Getting to the festival at the crack of dawn isn't really an option, even …
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Hoping to bring a group of special needs travelers. Getting to the festival at the crack of dawn isn't really an option, even 7am is too early for some. If we get to the festival grounds at 10am, will the balloons still be in the air? Would it be better to get tickets for the evening session?
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By 10 am there are still balloons in the air but most are already gone. There are other things going on during the day, food booths, and vendors. The evening session will see …
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By 10 am there are still balloons in the air but most are already gone. There are other things going on during the day, food booths, and vendors. The evening session will see tethered balloons but the lights of the balloon glow is amazing
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I have tickets for General Admission. Should I take lawn chairs?
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Yes, always bring something to sit on (There are benches but they are taken up fast)
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Answer by Nate J · Oct 23, 2024
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What are the dates for 2022? Can I book hotel and buy tickets for the balloon fest
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Hi! The 50th Balloon Fiesta is scheduled to take place October 1-9, 2022. Tickets will be available for purchase in April.
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Answer by Balloon F · Jan 11, 2022
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