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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®October 5 - 132024
Balloon Fiesta is a weather dependent event and tickets are non-refundable.
Tickets for Balloon Fiesta are sold per session and Balloon Fiesta consists of 14 sessions.A session is of all the activities that take place during a certain time frame, either Morning OR Evening. There are Morning Sessions on each of the nine days during Balloon Fiesta, and there are five Evening Sessions throughout the event. There are no evening sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or the final Sunday.
Choose your dates and times carefully, especially when selecting multiple tickets.
There is a $1.50 fee for each ticket purchased, added at checkout. Ticket availability is not guaranteed until transaction is complete.
We look forward to welcoming you to Albuquerque and to Balloon Fiesta!
If you experience difficulty completing your ticket purchase:Call or Text us at 505-227-8737Email us at [email protected]
Don't forget about Music Fiesta on Saturday, October 12th!To upgrade your Music Fiesta experience, head over to our full Music Fiesta ticket page.
General Admission tickets allow entry into Balloon Fiesta Park during any single session of Balloon Fiesta. With your General Admission, you are able to enjoy all the amenities that Balloon Fiesta has to offer including the Balloon Discovery Center, Main Street, Artisans at Balloon Fiesta, shopping, entertainment, and of course, balloons!
Music Fiesta General Admission tickets allow entry to Music Fiesta on October 12th! This year’s superstar lineup includes Carly Pearce, LOCASH, and Kyle Martin. With your Music Fiesta General Admission, you are also able to enjoy all the October 12th evening session amenities that Balloon Fiesta has to offer.
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is offering a special package for guests who would like to upgrade their Balloon Fiesta experience. Your Chasers’ Club ticket gives you guaranteed seating in a private outdoor patio located next to the launch field where you can enjoy a catered meal along with cookies and beverages. Coffee is provided and is served along with hot cocoa in the mornings and iced tea and lemonade are served during evening sessions. Chasers' Club guests will also have access to private restrooms located within the Chasers' Club area.
Enjoy Balloon Fiesta from one of the most picturesque locations in Balloon Fiesta Park. The Gondola Club is a private area away from the crowds that offer guests delicious food, local entertainment, premium parking, courtesy shuttles, and outdoor seating for our guests. Your experience will provide spectacular views of a Mass Ascension, Special Shapes Rodeo, balloon glow, and our stunning fireworks show. The Gondola Club has its own gift shop so you can shop without fighting the crowds on Main Street.
Avoid congested traffic and parking conditions around Balloon Fiesta Park. We have several Park and Ride remote locations for your convenience. Save time and money. Ride with us!
Experience the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in a whole new way - Glamping! Glamping tents are now available in an exclusive location in Balloon Fiesta Park. Enjoy spectacular views of the balloons flying high against a stunning background of the Sandia Mountains from the tent village. No need to battle the traffic, you'll be walking distance to the launch field. In this exclusive location you will have access to restroom and shower trailers, as well as a hospitality area with grills, games and lounge chairs.*You are welcome to choose one or more of the available dates for Glamping*
For the ultimate VIP experience, you can arrange for your own concierge to be your tour guide while at the Balloon Fiesta. You will experience the event from all angles of the launch field. You can shop at our many vendor booths, check out the chainsaw carvers, visit the Artisans Tent and Balloon Discovery Center and end your session with a visit to the Balloon Museum. You will have an insider's view of this spectacular event. This service is perfect for Balloon Fiesta first-timers, photographers, guests with mobility issues, or guests who want to see all they can in one session.
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