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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® Announces Three New Staffing Changes
April 17, 2025
AIBF Announces New and Current Staff Members Who Will Coordinate the Balloon Fiesta’s Transportation, Outreach, and Volunteer Efforts Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque Internationa…
ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® Celebrates 53rd Event
April 17, 2025
Albuquerque, NM - The ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®, will launch from Balloon Fiesta Park, October 4-12, 2025. The 53rd event will feature more than 500 hot air ball…
Balloon Fiesta Tickets to Go on Sale Friday, April 4
March 31, 2025
Albuquerque, NM – Tickets for the 2025 ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® will be available for purchase Friday, April 4. Several ticket options will be available t…
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Presented by ExxonMobil Generates $216.33 Million of Economic Benefit for New Mexico
February 25, 2025
2024 Economic Impact Study Highlights Benefits to Small Business and Visitor Industry ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, Inc, a New Mexico-based non-…
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2024 - Final Event Numbers
October 29, 2024
Final Numbers: Following are the official numbers for the 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta held October 5-13, 2024 Total number of registered hot air balloons: 551 Total number o…
Special Shape Balloons Are One of Many Different Types of Balloons to Fly During The 2024 Balloon Fiesta
October 2, 2024
Guests will see standard, racing, special shape, home-built, and remote-control hot air balloons at the 52nd event Albuquerque, NM – The 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta,…
Balloon Fiesta Announces 2024 Food and Merchandise Concessions
October 1, 2024
New flavors and local favorites will include bubble tea and tacos! Albuquerque, NM - The 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, powered by ExxonMobil, taking place from October 5-1…
2024 Balloon Fiesta Safety and Security Measures: Know Before You Go
September 30, 2024
Guests can expect metal detector screenings, bag searches, and express lanes for clear bags as part of collaborative safety efforts at the 52nd Balloon Fiesta Albuquerque, NM – At the…
Balloon Fiesta Partners with Local Nonprofits to Strengthen Community Ties
September 26, 2024
Six organizations provide Balloon Fiesta guests an opportunity to learn more about their mission, vision and values during the 52nd event Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque Internationa…
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and Wishing Star Foundation Team Up to Make a Wish Come True
September 24, 2024
Spokane Valley Washington-based foundation aims to grant Sam’s wish at the 2024 Balloon Fiesta 52nd Event Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, powere…
2024 Balloon Fiesta to Feature Flight of Nations
September 24, 2024
October 9th Mass Ascension will celebrate international pilots representing 16 countries Albuquerque, NM – Sixteen countries will be represented at the 52nd Albuquerque International Bal…
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Launches "Education Connection" to Inspire Young Minds
September 16, 2024
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…
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Announces All Special Shapes Attending the 52nd Event
September 5, 2024
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
August 29, 2024
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®
August 15, 2024
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…
Grammy Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter Carly Pearce to Headline 2024 Music Fiesta
July 30, 2024
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
July 18, 2024
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…
Balloon Fiesta Announces New Mexico Day for the 2024 Event!
April 3, 2024
Board of Directors shows Appreciation for New Mexico Residents with Free Admission to Attend Monday’s Flying Events Albuquerque, New Mexico – The Albuquerque International Balloon…
