Take the long way.
The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.
Jul 17 – Jul 19, 2026
Rt. 66 Freedom Ride, Flight & Cruise
Gallup
Bikers & Balloonists. Held Annually in celebration of our fighting men and women on Armed…
New Mexico
Ballooning in New Mexico
7 events found
Find your way.
There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.
Sep 5 – Sep 6, 2026
Annual White Sands Balloon Invitational
Alamogordo
Hot air balloons launch at dawn over the gypsum dune fields of White Sands National…
Keep moving.
Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.
Sep 12 – Sep 20, 2026
International Balloon Fiesta
Alamogordo
Make plans to come to New Mexico for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta! Once a…
Not every place needs a reason.
Sometimes it's enough just to be there.
Oct 3 – Oct 11, 2026
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Albuquerque
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a world-renowned attraction and destination for kids of all…
Stay curious.
A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.
Oct 16 – Oct 18, 2026
Taos Mountain Balloon Rally
Taos
The Taos Fall Festivals Celebration comes to a fittingly colorful climax with the Annual Taos…
Take less, experience more.
What you carry matters less than what you notice.
Oct 31 – Nov 1, 2026
Socorro Balloon Rally
Socorro
Get up close and personal with the balloons and pilots as there are no fences,…
Stop when something catches your eye.
Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.
Nov 27 – Nov 29, 2026
Annual Red Rock Balloon Rally
Gallup
The Red Rock Balloon Rally is the second largest balloon rally in the world, with…