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Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta 2025: 900K Attendees, New Safety Measures
10/4/2025
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- The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta runs October 4-12, 2025 and expects about 900,000 attendees.
- More than 500 balloons launch from Balloon Fiesta Park, a 365-acre site for mass ascensions.
- New safety measures include enhanced security, a high-speed fiber optic loop, and expanded parking.
- Tickets are $15 per session, with free entry for children under 12; wind advisories may affect flights.
