Overview
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the world's largest hot-air balloon festival, filling the sky with hundreds of balloons each October.
History
The first fiesta in 1972 had 13 balloons. It grew into a nine-day event drawing visitors from around the world.
Today
The fiesta draws huge crowds and needs a large event, traffic and crowd-security operation.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.