ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —

The 53rd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta kicked off on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. The morning started with tons of traffic as thousands of cars lined up from I-25 and Alameda to Westbound Paseo Del Norte and 4th street. However, it didn't stop visitors from enjoying breathtaking views of balloons in the sky.

Click on the video above to watch incredible views from KOAT's Sky 7!

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Balloon Fiesta ends on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025.

For more information, visit: 53rd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

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