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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Have you ever woken up at the crack of dawn to the sound of hundreds of hot air balloons lifting off into the sky?  If not, you’re missing out on one of the most incredible sights in the world: the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta.

Balloons over Rio Grande

The Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta is the largest hot air balloon festival in the world and takes place every October in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  It’s an 8 to 9 day event that draws hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world to witness the beauty of hundreds of hot air balloons filling the sky.

Attendance

An estimated 828,000 visitors attended the Balloon Fiesta in 2022

Balloons over Rio Grande

The Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta is the largest hot air balloon festival in the world and takes place every October in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It’s a nine-day event that draws hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world to witness the beauty of hundreds of hot air balloons filling the sky.

Attendance

An estimated 828,000 visitors attended the Balloon Fiesta in 2022

Here are some of the highlights of this amazing event:

But what’s even more impressive is the history and science behind the hot air balloons.  Did you know that hot air balloons have been around for over 200 years and were one of the first successful forms of flight?   The basic principle is simple:  hot air rises and the balloon rises with it.

If you’re a fan of travel, unique experiences, and breathtaking sights, then the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta should be on your bucket list.  Waking up early to see hundreds of hot air balloons fill the sky is a memory you’ll never forget.  So grab your camera, pack your bags, and head to Albuquerque for the ultimate hot air balloon adventure!

Yoda hot air balloon
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