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Balloon Fiesta, Balloon Museum – What’s the Difference?

You’ll come across different names and terms when planning your visit to the world’s largest ballooning event. It might get confusing! To help clarify, here is a list of the primary locations and organizations you’ll hear mentioned in the hope of helping you make the best decisions for this experience of a lifetime.

Balloon Fiesta, both an event and an organization, is the common name for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®. The organization is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is:

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August 3, 2023

Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum

Situated just off I-25 on the southern edge of Balloon Fiesta Park sits one of Albuquerque’s most beloved cultural landmarks. In front of sweeping views of the Sandia Mountains, the Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum appears as a 60,000-square-foot inflating balloon surrounded by crystal blue skies. Inside, a gleaming glass and steel high bay gallery houses a dazzling display of gondolas, canopies, blimps, dioramas, artifacts, and artwork in countless mediums.

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August 23, 2022

Congratulating the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on 50 Years!

Each year, Albuquerque, New Mexico hosts the largest hot air balloon festival in the world—the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The Fiesta lasts for 9 days in October, and features activities like hot air balloon rides, mass ascensions, balloon glows, local food and art, races, and more. With so much happening, you’ll want to be sure you have a great place to take it all in so you don’t miss anything. In this article, we’ll share some of the best places to watch the Balloon Fiesta.

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August 23, 2022

Where To Watch the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Live

Each year, Albuquerque, New Mexico hosts the largest hot air balloon festival in the world—the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The Fiesta lasts for 9 days in October, and features activities like hot air balloon rides, mass ascensions, balloon glows, local food and art, races, and more. With so much happening, you’ll want to be sure you have a great place to take it all in so you don’t miss anything. In this article, we’ll share some of the best places to watch the Balloon Fiesta.

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May 27, 2022

How to Make a Hot Air Balloon At Home

Hot air balloons offer a thrilling way to ride through the sky and enjoy looking at the world from a new perspective. That’s why they are often sources of inspiration that motivate and uplift. However, going on an actual ride in a hot air balloon may not always be a realistic option, especially for younger children. So, how can you bring the magic of ballooning to kids? Learn how to make a hot air balloon at home.

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May 6, 2022

Fun Arts and Crafts Events

Arts and crafts are fun activities for everyone, whether it’s children, parents, or older adults. They allow us to use our creativity and express ourselves, while also making something new and beautiful. It can even be more enjoyable when there are organized arts and crafts events to bring people together to create, learn new skills, buy local art, and more. There are many different types of arts and crafts events, with each offering its own unique experience.

Here are some of the most fun types of arts and crafts events:

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May 6, 2022

What is New Mexico Known For?

New Mexico—known as the Land of Enchantment—is a unique and beautiful state full of stunning landscapes, rich heritage, and so much more. However, it’s also one of the states that people in the U.S. know the least about. So, what is New Mexico known for?

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February 24, 2022

How Do Hot Air Balloons Work?

You’ve probably seen pictures or videos of hot air balloons flying through scenic landscapes or taking part in hot air balloon festivals. But, have you ever stopped and thought about how those balloons are flying? There’s clearly a balloon, a basket, and fire. But, how do hot air balloons work? In this article, we’ll briefly explain how the different parts of a hot air balloon work together to make the balloon fly.

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February 16, 2022
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