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Know Before You Go - COVID Information: Status Update, April 2, 2021


The 49th Balloon Fiesta will launch in 6 months launching October 2-10 In past years, we've started selling tickets six months prior to the start of Balloon Fiesta. This year, that date would…

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Tickets for 49th Balloon Fiesta to go on Sale July 2


Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta presented by Canon set launch October 2, 2021 For Immediate Release Albuquerque, NM -The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta presented by Canon, a…

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Inside the Basket - Lynn Tillery, Balloon Fiesta Navigator


Lynn Tillery is a Launch Director at Balloon Fiesta who has been involved with the event since 1982. In this month’s Inside the Basket, she walks us through a typical Balloon Fiesta day…

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News Release, March 2, 2021, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Celebrates 49th Event “Time Flies” Launches October 2-10, 2021


Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Celebrates 49th Event “Time Flies” Launches October 2-10, 2021 Albuquerque, NM -The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® presented…

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Know Before You Go - COVID Information: Status Update, March 2, 2021


Balloon Fiesta Event Update – March 1, 2021 The Balloon Fiesta board of directors, staff, pilots and volunteers are moving forward with excitement to plan for the 49th event, launching O…

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Quick Facts and FAQs, March 2, 2021


Overview Balloon Fiesta is the world’s premier ballooning event. Beginning as a small celebration in 1972 and with only 13 balloons, the event has grown into an international celebration…

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Inside the Basket - Bill Bussey, Balloon Fiesta Pilot


Bill Bussey is an award-winning, Balloon Fiesta pilot, who has been involved with the event since 1977. In this month’s Inside the Basket, Bill delves into his ballooning background, of…

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Inside the Basket - Jennifer Schurman, Balloon Fiesta RV and Navigator Manager


Balloon Fiesta’s RV and Navigator Manager, Jennifer Schurman helps create a memorable experience for RV guests and Balloon Fiesta volunteers during the event. In this month’s Insi…

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Inside the Basket - Barry Conley, Balloon Fiesta Navigator


Barry Conley has been a Balloon Fiesta Navigator for 30 years. Though he started with a variety of procurement roles, he now helps the news media experience the magic of Balloon Fiesta, as par…

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Inside the Basket - Paula Craner, Balloon Fiesta Navigator


Paula Craner is a Balloon Fiesta Navigator that helps answer guest questions at the Balloon Fiesta front desk. In this month’s Inside the Basket, Paula shares insight to frequently aske…

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Know Before You Go - COVID Information: Status Update, April 2, 2021
Know Before You Go - COVID Information: Status Update, April 2, 2021

Tickets for 49th Balloon Fiesta to go on Sale July 2
Tickets for 49th Balloon Fiesta to go on Sale July 2

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