Every year, Albuquerque, New Mexico, hosts the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in the first few days of October. The Balloon Fiesta started as the centerpiece of 770 KOB Radio's 50th birthday celebration. Sid Cutter, proprietor of Cutter Flying Service and the first person to possess a hot air balloon in New Mexico, was asked by radio station manager Dick McKee if KOB may utilize his new hot air balloon as part of the celebrations. The Balloon Fiesta is an annual nine-day festival in the first full week of October. It has expanded to some great levels since its inception in 1972, when there were only 13 hot air balloons. The León International Balloon Festival in Mexico and the Grand Est Mondial Air in France are the next two biggest balloon festivals in the world, after Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. For many years, the Balloon Fiesta grew yearly and is now the biggest balloon event in the world. The Balloon Fiesta Board decided to reduce the number of registered balloons to 750 as of 2001 after the number peaked at 1,019 in 2000. Balloon Fiesta Park is on the city's northern outskirts, where the balloons are released. The park is a multi-use area that hosts numerous other events year-round.

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Game Day Checklist

Before You Go

Digital Tickets: Download tickets to your phone's wallet now. Venue Wi-Fi is known to be unreliable.
ID Check: Bring a valid photo ID if required.
Bag Policy: Check arena rules to avoid entry issues.
Payment: Most venues are cashless, but a backup helps.

Quick Tips

Charge Up: Bring a portable charger.
Stay Hydrated: Eat and drink before arriving.
Protect Your Ears: Earplugs can help in louder arenas.

What to Wear

Comfort First: Wear broken-in shoes.
Check Weather: Plan ahead for travel to and from the arena.
Layer Up: Temperatures can vary between indoor and outdoor venues.
Style: Be yourself, but it always helps to have pockets or a small crossbody bag to keep essentials secure and hands-free.

Getting There

Arrive Early: Beat traffic and the security and merchandise lines.
Transport: Pre-book your ride share or scout parking garages in advance to avoid post-event surges.
Stay Safe: Identify your nearest exit upon arrival and designate a meeting spot for your group.

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Schedule

Date	Venue	Location
Sat, Oct 3 at 9:00am	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Sat, Oct 3 at 3:00pm	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Sun, Oct 4 at 9:00am	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Sun, Oct 4 at 3:00pm	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Mon, Oct 5 at 9:00am	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Mon, Oct 5 at 3:00pm	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Tue, Oct 6 at 9:00am	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Tue, Oct 6 at 3:00pm	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Wed, Oct 7 at 9:00am	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Wed, Oct 7 at 3:00pm	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Thu, Oct 8 at 9:00am	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Thu, Oct 8 at 3:00pm	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Fri, Oct 9 at 9:00am	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Fri, Oct 9 at 3:00pm	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Sat, Oct 10 at 9:00am	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Sat, Oct 10 at 3:00pm	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Sun, Oct 11 at 9:00am	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM
Sun, Oct 11 at 3:00pm	Balloon Fiesta Park	Albuquerque, NM