Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Launches "Education Connection" to Inspire Young Minds

New initiative engages New Mexico educators and students in the science of ballooning during the 52nd annual event, featuring interactive activities and educational resources Albuquerque, NM…

2024 Balloon Fiesta Live!

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Inside the Basket - Alain Baird, Balloon Pilot

There will be 106 Special Shapes balloons flying in the 52nd event, and 16 making their Balloon Fiesta debut this year! In this month’s Inside the Basket, get to know pilot Alain Baird f…

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Announces All Special Shapes Attending the 52nd Event

Including 16 New Special Shapes with the first-ever representation from North Macedonia and cultural icons from around the world. Albuquerque, NM - The 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon F…

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Announces New Executive Director

Julie Morgas Baca Will Lead World’s Largest Balloon Event ALBUQUERQUE, NM — The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta announces that Julie Morgas Baca, will lead the non-profit…

ExxonMobil Announced as Title Sponsor for the 2025 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®

Title Sponsorship Will Run Through 2029 ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta today announced that ExxonMobil will become the event’s title sponsor startin…

Inside the Basket - Triston Garcia, Official Balloon Fiesta Photographer

Capturing the splendor of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is no small feat. Each year, our dedicated team of Official Balloon Fiesta Photographers embarks on the exhilarating chal…

Grammy Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter Carly Pearce to Headline 2024 Music Fiesta

Other performances by LOCASH and Kyle Martin & Co. Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, powered by ExxonMobil, is pleased to announce its lineup for the 20…

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta releases the fan-favorite collectible item, the 2024 Official Serigraph Poster

Local Artist Jake Gushard Captures Balloon Fiesta’s Balloon Glow Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has released the fan-favorite collectible item, the…