Why do hundreds of hot air balloons take over Albuquerque every October? | Weather.com

Why do hundreds of hot air balloons take over Albuquerque every October? | Weather.com

September 24, 2025

Updated: September 24, 2025, 6:00 am EDTPublished: September 24, 2025, 6:00 am EDT

Why does October in Albuquerque, NM create the perfect weather pattern/lift for the country's largest hot air balloon festival? Annual festival runs Oct 4-12, 2025

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