How much money does the Balloon Fiesta bring to Albuquerque?

The 2022 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta generated $203.19 million of total economic impact for businesses in the Albuquerque metropolitan area. The nine-day event attracted an estimated 828,800 guest visits with an estimated 76 percent of its visitors traveling from outside of New Mexico.



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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Announces 2023 - FINAL NUMBERS. Final Numbers: Following are the official numbers for the 51st Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta held October 7-15, 2023. Total number of registered hot air balloons: 546 Total number…

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With over 500 balloons, is the largest ballooning event on earth, the most photographed event on earth, and the largest annual international event held in the United States. Imagine 54 football fields, all put together. That's the size of Balloon Fiesta Park's 78-acre launch field!

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Equipment Hot air balloons are complex machines that require regular maintenance and replacement of parts to guarantee safety and reliability. High-quality equipment comes at a price, and these costs are passed on to customers.

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Cancelled Balloon Session Occasionally the weather prohibits the launch or inflation of balloons but most often when there are poor weather conditions a session will be delayed. The Gondola Club will stay open at these times, and your tickets are still valid, as the meal and other services will still be offered.

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HOW LONG IS AN AVERAGE BALLOON FLIGHT? Usually a balloon flight lasts about an hour. At an average wind speed of about 5 mph, a balloon will fly 2 – 8 miles. Ground crews follow the balloon, talking on the radio with the pilot.

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Recognized as one of the most culturally diverse cities in the country, Albuquerque's ethnic tapestry is reflected in its architecture, artwork, cultural centers and cuisine. Countless customs and traditions are a vibrant part of daily life in the city, making Albuquerque the cultural capital of the Southwest.

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The unique thing about Albuquerque as far as the balloon travel is concerned is what's known as the Albuquerque box. Basically the balloons inflate and go up a few hundred feet and travel south down the valley, they'll inflate further go up a little higher and the wind changes to blow them back north again.

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As the official balloon ride concession for the world's largest ballooning event, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®, RAINBOW RYDERS, INC. is the only balloon ride company authorized to take off from Balloon Fiesta Park during the Balloon Fiesta®. So come join the fun, embark upon a journey of uniqueness.

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Hot air balloons don't have steering wheels, but hot air balloon pilots use the wind direction and speed at different heights in order to steer the balloon. Hot air balloon pilots control their ascent and descent but can't steer the balloon in a different direction without changing altitude.

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