Albuquerque, New Mexico
With its open spaces, good weather and favorable wind currents Albuquerque, New Mexico, claims the title of Ballooning Capital of the World. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta takes place the first full week of October, when more than 550 balloons from 19 countries take flight during mass ascensions, making it the largest annual ballooning event in the world. Balloon rides are available year-round in Albuquerque.
