The Balloon Museum Foundation is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Membership Tiers, offering enthusiasts and families an opportunity to deepen their connection with the captivating world of lighter-than-air flight. Our members, driven by a shared belief in the museum's power to inspire,...
In Bryce Risley: Focusing Beyond Balloons, hot air balloonists take center stage. Based in Santa Fe, photographer Bryce Risley is currently engaged in a multi-year project to collect images and stories from members of Albuquerque’s hot air ballooning community. He plans to publish his findings...
The Anderson Abruzzo International Balloon Museum stands as a symbol of wonder and innovation in the picturesque landscape of Albuquerque, New Mexico, where the skies are painted with vibrant hot air balloons. At the heart of this marvel is the Balloon Museum Foundation, a dynamic...
Balloonists worldwide come together on November 21st to celebrate Montgolfier Day, marking the 240th anniversary of the first untethered hot air balloon flight with human passengers. Join us on a journey through the clouds as we revisit the awe-inspiring moment when François Pilatre de Rozier...
Excitement is in the air as The Balloon Museum Foundation and The Balloon Explorium come together to celebrate ballooning history at the annual Montgolfier Days. This year, the festivities aim to reach new heights of education and interactive fun. Get inspired as The...
Every year, the world's finest aviators and adventurers gather to push the boundaries of human flight, traversing the heavens in search of victory, camaraderie, and the sheer thrill of the unknown. This year, the spotlight shines on the 66th annual Gordon Bennett Race, hosted...
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...
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...
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...
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...