News & Updates

Balloon Fiesta Announces Paul Smith Returns as Interim Executive Director

December 18, 2023

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Incorporated, a 501-C-3 Not-For-Profit New Mexico Corporation, announced that Paul Smith will return to serve as its interim Executive Director,…


Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Announces 2023 Photo Contest Winners

November 20, 2023

Honoring Cindy Petrehn’s legacy in the ballooning community Albuquerque NM – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta announced the seventeen winners of the 2023 Cindy Petrehn…


Balloon Fiesta Park Events and Activities on October 14, 2023

October 11, 2023

ExxonMobil Day will include Popular Mass Ascension, Annular Solar Eclipse “Ring of Fire” viewing, Music Fiesta, Balloon Glow and More FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tom Garrity, Th…


Balloon Fiesta Park Events and Activities on October 14, 2023

October 11, 2023

ExxonMobil Day will include Popular Mass Ascension, Annular Solar Eclipse “Ring of Fire” viewing, Music Fiesta, Balloon Glow and More FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tom Garrity, Th…


Balloon Fiesta Park Events and Activities on October 14, 2023

October 11, 2023

ExxonMobil Day will include Popular Mass Ascension, Annular Solar Eclipse “Ring of Fire” viewing, Music Fiesta, Balloon Glow and More FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tom Garrity, Th…


Balloon Fiesta Announces Changes to Leadership Team

January 18, 2023

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® Announces Executive Director Retirement, Staff Promotions New Board of Directors Officers and New Board Members Albuquerque, NM- The Albuquerque…


Inside the Basket - Dave and Erin Bair, Balloon Fiesta Pilots

May 25, 2022

Dave and Erin Bair are a father-daughter duo who both pilot balloons at Balloon Fiesta. In fact, they have participated as pilots with Dave’s father and Erin’s grandfather, Ray Bai…


Inside the Basket - Samantha Greenwald, Balloon Fiesta Navigator Manager

April 21, 2022

Samantha Greenwald is Balloon Fiesta’s new Navigator Manager, joining the organization this month. In this month’s Inside the Basket, get to know Samantha’s ballooning backgr…