When is the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta?

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📍 Albuquerque, United States 🇺🇸

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 06:00:00 MDT

⏱️ Duration: 9 days -- Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Ends at 06:00:00 (MDT)

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What is Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta?

A yearly hot air balloon festival that takes place in Albuquerque, New Mexico, over a nine-day period during the first full week of October.

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About Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a renowned hot air balloon festival held annually in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This spectacular event takes place over a nine-day period, typically starting on the first Saturday of October. It attracts balloonists and spectators from around the globe, making it one of the largest ballooning events in the world.

First held in 1972, the festival has grown significantly in size and popularity, featuring hundreds of colorful hot air balloons that fill the sky. The event includes various activities, such as mass balloon ascensions, balloon competitions, and special shape balloon events, where uniquely designed balloons take to the skies.

The fiesta not only showcases the beauty of hot air balloons but also offers a vibrant atmosphere with live music, food vendors, and arts and crafts. It serves as a celebration of community and creativity, drawing visitors who come to enjoy the stunning views and festive ambiance.

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is significant for its role in promoting ballooning as a sport and art form. It also contributes to the local economy by attracting tourism and fostering community pride. With its breathtaking displays and family-friendly activities, it remains a must-see event for both locals and visitors alike.

Key facts

First held: 1972
Duration: 9 days
Location: Albuquerque, NM

Frequently asked questions about Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.

The event will take place from October 3 to October 11, 2026.

Activities include mass balloon ascensions, competitions, and special shape balloon events.

Typically, over 500 balloons participate in the event.

Yes, there is an admission fee for attending the festival, which varies by day.

The best time to see the balloons is during the early morning mass ascensions.

Where it's held

City: Albuquerque

Country: United States

Tags: albuquerque balloon-fiesta hot-air-balloons festival new-mexico events october

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta start times in other key cities:

Abiyán Sat 12:00:00
Addis Abeba Sat 15:00:00
Ahmedabad Sat 17:30:00
Alejandría Sat 15:00:00
Ankara Sat 15:00:00
Bagdad Sat 15:00:00
Bangalore Sat 17:30:00
Bangkok Sat 19:00:00
Bogotá Sat 07:00:00
Bombay Sat 17:30:00
Cantón Sat 20:00:00
Chongqing Sat 20:00:00
Ciudad de Ho Chi Minh Sat 19:00:00
Ciudad de México Sat 06:00:00
Ciudad del Cabo Sat 14:00:00
Daca Sat 18:00:00
Dar es Salaam Sat 15:00:00
El Cairo Sat 15:00:00
Estambul Sat 15:00:00
Hanoi Sat 19:00:00
Hong Kong Sat 20:00:00
Jartum Sat 14:00:00
Johannesburgo Sat 14:00:00
Kano Sat 13:00:00
Karachi Sat 17:00:00
Kinshasa Sat 13:00:00
Lagos Sat 13:00:00
Lahore Sat 17:00:00
Lima Sat 07:00:00
Londres Sat 13:00:00
Luanda Sat 13:00:00
Melbourne Sat 22:00:00
Moscú Sat 15:00:00
Nueva Delhi Sat 17:30:00
Nueva York Sat 08:00:00
Pekín Sat 20:00:00
Riad Sat 15:00:00
Río de Janeiro Sat 09:00:00
San Pablo Sat 09:00:00
San Petersburgo Sat 15:00:00
Santiago Sat 09:00:00
Seúl Sat 21:00:00
Shanghái Sat 20:00:00
Shenzhen Sat 20:00:00
Singapur Sat 20:00:00
Sídney Sat 22:00:00
Teherán Sat 15:30:00
Tokio Sat 21:00:00
Yakarta Sat 19:00:00

Location	Time
Abiyán	Sat 12:00:00
Addis Abeba	Sat 15:00:00
Ahmedabad	Sat 17:30:00
Alejandría	Sat 15:00:00
Ankara	Sat 15:00:00
Bagdad	Sat 15:00:00
Bangalore	Sat 17:30:00
Bangkok	Sat 19:00:00
Bogotá	Sat 07:00:00
Bombay	Sat 17:30:00
Cantón	Sat 20:00:00
Chongqing	Sat 20:00:00
Ciudad de Ho Chi Minh	Sat 19:00:00
Ciudad de México	Sat 06:00:00
Ciudad del Cabo	Sat 14:00:00
Daca	Sat 18:00:00
Dar es Salaam	Sat 15:00:00
El Cairo	Sat 15:00:00
Estambul	Sat 15:00:00
Hanoi	Sat 19:00:00
Hong Kong	Sat 20:00:00
Jartum	Sat 14:00:00
Johannesburgo	Sat 14:00:00
Kano	Sat 13:00:00
Karachi	Sat 17:00:00
Kinshasa	Sat 13:00:00
Lagos	Sat 13:00:00
Lahore	Sat 17:00:00
Lima	Sat 07:00:00
Londres	Sat 13:00:00
Luanda	Sat 13:00:00
Melbourne	Sat 22:00:00
Moscú	Sat 15:00:00
Nueva Delhi	Sat 17:30:00
Nueva York	Sat 08:00:00
Pekín	Sat 20:00:00
Riad	Sat 15:00:00
Río de Janeiro	Sat 09:00:00
San Pablo	Sat 09:00:00
San Petersburgo	Sat 15:00:00
Santiago	Sat 09:00:00
Seúl	Sat 21:00:00
Shanghái	Sat 20:00:00
Shenzhen	Sat 20:00:00
Singapur	Sat 20:00:00
Sídney	Sat 22:00:00
Teherán	Sat 15:30:00
Tokio	Sat 21:00:00
Yakarta	Sat 19:00:00

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta start times in different countries:

🇩🇪 Alemania Sat 14:00:00
🇩🇿 Argelia Sat 13:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina Sat 09:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Sat 18:00:00
🇧🇷 Brasil Sat 07:00:00
🇨🇳 China Sat 20:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia Sat 07:00:00
🇪🇬 Egipto Sat 15:00:00
🇪🇸 España Sat 14:00:00
🇪🇹 Etiopía Sat 15:00:00
🇵🇭 Filipinas Sat 20:00:00
🇫🇷 Francia Sat 14:00:00
🇮🇳 India Sat 17:30:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia Sat 19:00:00
🇮🇷 Irán Sat 15:30:00
🇮🇹 Italia Sat 14:00:00
🇯🇵 Japón Sat 21:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenia Sat 15:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar Sat 18:30:00
🇲🇽 México Sat 07:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria Sat 13:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistán Sat 17:00:00
🇬🇧 Reino Unido Sat 13:00:00
🇷🇺 Rusia Sat 15:00:00
🇿🇦 Sudáfrica Sat 14:00:00
🇹🇭 Tailandia Sat 19:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam Sat 19:00:00

Location	Time
🇩🇪 Alemania	Sat 14:00:00
🇩🇿 Argelia	Sat 13:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina	Sat 09:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh	Sat 18:00:00
🇧🇷 Brasil	Sat 07:00:00
🇨🇳 China	Sat 20:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia	Sat 07:00:00
🇪🇬 Egipto	Sat 15:00:00
🇪🇸 España	Sat 14:00:00
🇪🇹 Etiopía	Sat 15:00:00
🇵🇭 Filipinas	Sat 20:00:00
🇫🇷 Francia	Sat 14:00:00
🇮🇳 India	Sat 17:30:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia	Sat 19:00:00
🇮🇷 Irán	Sat 15:30:00
🇮🇹 Italia	Sat 14:00:00
🇯🇵 Japón	Sat 21:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenia	Sat 15:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar	Sat 18:30:00
🇲🇽 México	Sat 07:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria	Sat 13:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistán	Sat 17:00:00
🇬🇧 Reino Unido	Sat 13:00:00
🇷🇺 Rusia	Sat 15:00:00
🇿🇦 Sudáfrica	Sat 14:00:00
🇹🇭 Tailandia	Sat 19:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam	Sat 19:00:00

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