ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — One of the most photographed events in the world is set to kick off Saturday with a mass ascension of color for the 52nd annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.

Guests from all over the world come to Albuquerque ... mall parking lot, Balloon Fiesta has grown to multiple events launching at the custom designed, 365-acre Balloon Fiesta Park. Balloon Fiesta, ...

Although Albuquerque's weather is usually mild, inclement weather may mean the balloons can ... to experience the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. For a full week, the sky fills with ...

Timings are in ... [+] local time (MDT). “Experiencing the International Balloon Fiesta and and annular solar eclipse in Albuquerque together will be the event of a lifetime,” said Executive ...

Crews equipped with high-definition cameras captured the mass ascensions, thrilling competitions and interesting characters of the 2008 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Against the ...