Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the most popular event in Albuquerque area and one of the most popular in the USA.
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the largest ballooning event in the world and one of the most photographed. It is an attraction of Albuquerque and the whole New Mexico. This event is annual and it lasts for nine days in October. Event begins on the first Saturday of October.
Balloon Fiesta Park is home to this event and during festival, you may walk across a large field and watch balloonists from all over the world how set up, launch and land their huge balloons.
Hundreds of balloons in different shapes and colors create magnificent sight during the event. It is recommended to visit an event in the earlier hours, because balloons fly best in cooler weather conditions, so many best sights are created early in the morning. There are also many other events in between, like balloon races and concerts.
Albuquerque hotels, motels and other accommodation options are fully booked during the festival, so if you plan to visit Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta make a reservation at least a month earlier.