The 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta lifts off in New Mexico
The 52nd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta began. It's a nine day festival and more than 500 hot air balloons are expected to participate.
Hot-air balloon bumps line, causing brief power outage during Albuquerque balloon fiesta
Monday marked the third day of the 52nd annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The state’s largest electricity provider, Public Service Company of New Mexico, said the incident occurred at 8:35 a.m. and affected 12,730 customers. Fiesta ...
New Smokey Bear balloon debuts at 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
The new Smokey Bear special shape balloon has made its debut. After more than 20 years in operation, it was time for the last hot air balloon to be replaced. The new
Day 2 sees mass ascension at Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
The 52nd Balloon Fiesta continues Sunday with an event debut and a mass ascension. Balloon spectators and pilots are beginning to arrive to Balloon Fiesta Park in anticipation of the second day. Watch live coverage of Balloon Fiesta in the video player above beginning at 5 a.m.
Power restored after balloon bumps into Albuquerque power line
A hot air balloon bumped into a power line and caused a power outage in Albuquerque on Monday, according to PNM. At 8:35 a.m., the utility company said 12,500 customers lost power due to the incident involving the balloon.
Tall Albuquerque Box Effect on Day 3 of Balloon Fiesta
Along with the balloons flying in the air above Albuquerque, very clear skies with dry air remains with mostly light winds with cool air to start across the region as despite the pesky northerly winds to start in Albuquerque,
Hot air balloons fill the sky at Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
On October 5, 2024, a flotilla of hot air balloons ascended into the clear desert sky over Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, marking the start of the 52nd annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
Tons of local businesses benefiting from Balloon Fiesta
"We have retail businesses here our family we have four other stores here on the plaza and everybody is experiencing ...
A look at Balloon Fiesta through the decades: The 1980s
This year is the 52nd annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, several days that are known for their early mornings, ...
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Green flag for Day 3 of 2024 Balloon Fiesta
No delays Monday morning – officials at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta gave the green flag right away.
PHOTOS: Pilots enjoy good weather on Day 3 of Balloon Fiesta
The green flag was flying as the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta celebrated “New Mexico Day”. All New Mexico ...
Blake’s Lotaburger: Returning favorite at Balloon Fiesta
Blake’s Lotaburger is a title sponsor of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Blake’s Lotaburger is a New Mexican ...
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Green flag flies after delay on first day of 2024 Balloon Fiesta
Winds prompted officials to display the yellow flag to start the first day of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon ...
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Fail to launch: America’s Challenge Gas Balloon Race on hold for this year's Balloon Fiesta
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta attendees will notice something big missing at this year’s event: the America’s ...
BCSO releases new limited Balloon Fiesta pin
The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Academy Alumni Association designed a new Balloon Fiesta pin. The pin ...