Albuquerque During Balloon Fest
We are planning to end the western most part of our fall trip in Albuquerque in time to attend the Balloon Fest. We were hoping to be more casual in our reservations, but I dawned on me today that the...
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Staying on the festival grounds is the very best way to experience it. They have hookups and dry camping. We dry camped for the whole festival time - two weekends and all days inbetween plus an extra day tacked on to each end. The balloons fly according to the weather and many times they're unable to go up. We also volunteered (got an free balloon ride for doing so). The balloonists are always looking for help in setting up and retrieving their balloons. Staying in the huge dry camping area is either an easy walk to the field or there are constant shuttle buses going up and down the rows from early morning until after the night festivities. Many times the balloons will land or fly right at the dry camping area. Staying off-site is a big hassle when it could be a lot more pleasant for you.
