Fall Traditions from Around the World
| November 24, 2017
6. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Each October, hot air balloon aficionados from around the world gather in the desert of New Mexico to celebrate all things ballooning.
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a joyful, colorful spectacle that takes place over nine days, and is full of different events celebrating the skill and artistry of hot air ballooning. Events like the Special Shape Rodeo and Mass Ascension regularly draw over 100,000 spectators — many of whom are locals who are able to watch from the comfort of their backyards.
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