The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta began in 1972 as a promotional event for a local radio station, KOB. Initially featuring just 13 balloons, it aimed to attract visitors and generate interest in the area. Over the years, it has grown into one of the largest ballooning events in the world, celebrating the artistry and technology of hot air ballooning while fostering community spirit and tourism.
There were 13 balloons in the first Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque in 1972.
In 1972. It reached a peak of 1,019 balloons in 2000 and was restricted to 750 starting in 2001 and further reduced to 600 in 2009. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the world's largest such event and iis a sight to behold.
Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta was created in 1994.
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta typically has around 500 hot air balloons participating in the event.
In 1998, 9,960 or 960 people took part in the international balloon fiesta.
The Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta is held anually, usually during October time and runs for approximately 8 days. This years Balloon Fiesta will be held from the 5th - 13th October 2013, and will be a fun filled event for you and your family.
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The largest hot air balloon fiesta in the world is held in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The annual event, known as the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, attracts hundreds of hot air balloons from around the world and takes place over the course of nine days in October.
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The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta draws 100,0000 visitors per day to the launch site and has since 2000.
Kim Vesely has written: 'The world comes to Albuquerque' -- subject(s): Ballooning, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (1976-1990), Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (2002- ), History