Expanded parking part of new upgrades at Balloon Fiesta Park
The 52nd Balloon Fiesta is now less than two days out and the city said this year tens of thousands of visitors will be met with more parking and a lot of added comforts inside Balloon Fiesta Park. The city’s been working on millions of dollars worth of upgrades for the last few
What to know: 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Balloon Fiesta begins this Saturday and is set to bring in tens of thousands of people from around the world to Albuquerque. Here's what to know.
How will warm fall weather affect Balloon Fiesta?
The first day of October ushered in warmer than average weather, but a cold front from northeastern New Mexico will bring a slight drop in temperature just in time for the Balloon Fiesta, forecasters say. But the weather still will be warmer than normal for the season.
Here's what to know before heading to the 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta opens Oct. 5 and closes Oct. 13. The Fiesta is hosted at the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Park located at 4401 Alameda Blvd. NE in Albuquerque.
Old Town prepares for Balloon Fiesta crowds
Pretty soon, hundreds of balloons will take to the skies while thousands and thousands of tourists fill our streets.
2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Schedule
Saturday, Oct. 5 5:45 a.m. Drone Light Show 6 a.m. Dawn Patrol Show 6:30 a.m. Krispy Kreme Morning Glow 7 a.m. Opening Ceremonies 7 a.m. Mass Ascension 8 a.m.-noon Chainsaw Carving Exhibition 10 a.m.
What else is happening in Albuquerque during Balloon Fiesta?
For 2024, Balloon Fiesta will be running from October 5 to 13, and whether you’re a local or visitor, you might want to check out other happenings in the area! Below is a list compiled by KRQE of events happening in Albuquerque around the same time as Balloon Fiesta.
Warm weather continues into Balloon Fiesta
Temperatures start another warming trend Wednesday across New Mexico. Near-record heat continues through the first weekend of Balloon Fiesta. High temperatures are as much as 20° warmer in parts of northeastern New Mexico Wednesday afternoon,
Old Town businesses prep for tourists ahead of Balloon Fiesta
New Mexico’s biggest event of the year is just a couple of days away and stores all over Albuquerque are gearing up for ...
Record challenging heat as Balloon Fiesta begins
FIRST OF ALL, WE’RE GOING TO START OFF WITH THE CURRENT TEMPERATURE ACROSS THE AREA AS 88 DEGREES, WHICH IS A RECORD HIGH FOR ...
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Lubbock banker switches hats to hot air balloon pilot for Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
The 52nd annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta begins on Saturday and a few hot air balloon pilots out of Lubbock ...
Discounted Uber rides being offered during Balloon Fiesta
People in Bernalillo, Sandoval, and Santa Fe counties can get discounted Uber rides to and from the 2024 Albuquerque ...
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Arts aloft: 'Special Shapes' art show pays homage to 12 popular Balloon Fiesta favorites
Bryce Nañez grew up in southern New Mexico and had never attended the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. That is, ...
Things to do after balloons launch at Balloon Fiesta
The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is a fun and interactive place for families to enjoy after balloons launch for the day. The museum has fun, interactive exhibits that take you ...