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The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is an annual event held in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. It is one of the largest hot air balloon festivals in the world and attracts balloonists and spectators from around the globe. The event typically spans nine days in early October and features hundreds of colorful hot air balloons taking flight against the backdrop of the scenic New Mexico landscape.
The Balloon Fiesta began in 1972 as a small gathering of 13 balloons and has since grown into a major international event, drawing crowds of over 800,000 visitors each year. It serves as a showcase for various types of hot air balloons, including traditional round balloons, special shapes depicting animals, characters, and objects, as well as intricate designs and themes.
The Fiesta's schedule includes a range of events and activities, such as mass ascensions where hundreds of balloons lift off simultaneously, balloon glows where balloons are inflated and illuminated at night, competitions like the "Key Grab" and "Hare and Hound Race," and special events like the Special Shape Rodeo and the Music Fiesta.
In addition to the balloon-related activities, the Balloon Fiesta offers visitors a variety of entertainment options, including live music performances, arts and crafts vendors, food concessions offering local cuisine, and family-friendly attractions such as carnival rides and games.
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has become a symbol of the city and a highlight of New Mexico's cultural calendar, attracting visitors from all over the world to experience the breathtaking sight of hundreds of colorful balloons filling the sky against the backdrop of the picturesque Sandia Mountains. 1hr1m
Includes
- Welcome
- Dawn Patrol
- Launch Directors
- Glow
- Shapes
- ABQ, Box & History
- Gas Balloons
- Mass Ascensions
- How Balloons Fly
- Competition
- Overview
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