53rd Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Features 543 Balloons in Weeklong Event
53rd Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Features 543 Balloons in Weeklong Event

53rd Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Features 543 Balloons in Weeklong Event

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The 53rd Annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is currently underway, drawing over 543 hot air balloons and participants from 41 states and 12 countries for a weeklong celebration of flight that will end on October 12, 2025. Unique features of the event include the "Albuquerque Box" wind pattern allowing balloons to launch and land in the same area, enhancing both pilot and spectator experiences. The ballooning community recently honored Tom Rutherford, a co-founder of the Fiesta and former state senator, by naming parts of the Balloon Fiesta Park after him to recognize his contributions to the sport and community. The fiesta continues a legacy of ballooning education and events, such as the Albuquerque Aloft program started in 2005, which brings balloon demonstrations to schools. Despite weather challenges on opening day, the event has featured mass ascensions and static displays, with stunning visuals captured by local media. The Balloon Fiesta remains a vibrant and interactive spectacle, encouraging close interaction between visitors and pilots.

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