Download the Official Balloon Fiesta™ Mobile App sponsored by Visit Albuquerque.

Download the Official Balloon Fiesta™ Mobile App sponsored by Visit Albuquerque to take control of and begin planning your unique Balloon Fiesta experience. Through the app, you'll be able to:

- Stay connected and receive real-time updates, leading up to and during the event

- Find the location of your favorite balloons and pilots, at Balloon Fiesta Park

- Create your own schedule of the events you want to see.

- Map out and save the location of concessionaires, launch sites, parking and restrooms.

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Last updated on Nov 28, 2023

The official app for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta!

Introduction

The ABQ International Balloon Fiesta is an annual hot air balloon festival held in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. It is the largest hot air balloon festival in the world, with over 500 balloons participating each year. The festival takes place over nine days in October, and attracts over 100,000 visitors.

History

The ABQ International Balloon Fiesta was first held in 1972, with 13 balloons participating. The festival has grown steadily over the years, and now features over 500 balloons from all over the world. The festival is a major tourist attraction for Albuquerque, and it generates over $100 million in revenue for the city each year.

Events

The ABQ International Balloon Fiesta features a variety of events, including:

* Mass ascensions: The festival's most popular event is the mass ascensions, which take place twice a day during the festival. During a mass ascension, hundreds of balloons take off from Balloon Fiesta Park at the same time.

* Special shape rodeos: The festival also features special shape rodeos, where balloons of all shapes and sizes compete for prizes.

* Night glow: At night, the festival hosts night glows, where balloons are illuminated from within.

* Balloon glows: Balloon glows are held in the evenings, and feature balloons that are lit up from within.

* Fireworks: The festival also features fireworks displays on several nights.

Safety

The ABQ International Balloon Fiesta is a safe event, but there are some safety precautions that visitors should take. These precautions include:

* Staying out of the way of balloons: Visitors should always stay out of the way of balloons, both on the ground and in the air.

* Not touching balloons: Visitors should never touch balloons, as they can be very hot.

* Following instructions from festival staff: Visitors should always follow instructions from festival staff, as they are there to ensure the safety of everyone at the festival.

Conclusion

The ABQ International Balloon Fiesta is a unique and unforgettable experience. It is a great opportunity to see hundreds of hot air balloons up close, and to enjoy a variety of events and activities. If you are ever in Albuquerque in October, be sure to check out the ABQ International Balloon Fiesta.