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Toggle navigation. ABQ Sports and Leisure. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta by Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Heritage From its humble beginning in when 13 hot-air balloons ascended from an Albuquerque shopping center parking lot to a stunning annual gathering of plus aeronauts, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta lives on as the most-photographed air show on the planet.

As you page through this book, imagine yourself going along for the ride and soaring to new heights. Or if you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, imagine yourself strolling among hundreds of swaying giants, seemingly lost in a dizzying kaleidoscope of color. Join in the camaraderie that draws pilots and fans to Albuquerque from all over the world. You will find yourself mesmerized by the Balloon Fiesta's signature events and its spirited competition among hot-air balloon pilots.

As an added attraction, step back in time to when hydrogen-gas balloons once graced Albuquerque skies and enjoy the fascinating world of silent flight, the America's Challenge Gas Balloon Race. During Balloon Fiesta, above the crowd views and museum amenities during morning Mass Ascensions. During Balloon Fiesta, above the crowd views and museum amenities during evening Balloon Glows.

About the foundation. Above and Beyond in Support of the Museum. About the Foundation. Foundation Events. Visit the Balloon Museum Website. What can I say about this place? It is perhaps Albuquerque's finest museum. The museum overlooks Balloon Fiesta Park. The exhibitions showcase an impressive display of life size balloons allowing visitors to get a true sense of grandeur. Support the balloon museum foundation. Together We Will Touch the Sky. Become a Member.

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See More in this Section:. Albuquerque Balloon Festival Events Mass ascensions, when many hundreds of balloons lift off into the morning sky, are held on all four weekend mornings and one day mid-week. Looking For More Albuquerque Highlights? ABQ Find out the latest and greatest that Albuquerque has to offer.