Balloon Fiesta Park
Albuquerque, NM 87113
Phone: (505) 821-1000
- Hours:
- Open Oct. 4-12 for the Balloon Fiesta
Editorial Review for Balloon Fiesta Park – by Stephen Ausherman
Overview
What began in 1972 with 13 balloons taking off from a mall parking lot has grown into the largest event of its kind. The nine-day spectacle is the most photographed event in the world.
The Draw
A thousand hot air balloons and hundreds of thousands of spectators witness the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta annually. Popular draws include the nightly Balloon Glow, "special shapes" modeled after everything from Disney creatures to liquor bottles and glowdeos (special shapes glowing in the night sky.) Rides can be arranged with official balloon ride operators, Rainbow Ryders, or by volunteering on a balloon crew. This spacious park provides room for hundreds of vendors selling traditional New Mexican food, pizza and everything in between. A science center tricks kids into learning from the experience, while live entertainment is provided for the jaded few who tire of looking at the balloons.
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Insider Tips
Layers, Baby, LayersWord of advice: Dress in layers. It's cold in the morning, steamy in the afternoon and chilly at night.
No All-Day TicketsEach time you leave the park you have to pay to get back inside.
Planning AheadYou can purchase tickets in advance from the Balloon Fiesta business office at 8309 Washington Pl, NE.
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