This was a unusual day above with the balloons as they lifted off a bit late. A few of the balloons did not go up on Monday the 9th but inflated so that we could see them. The rest made it up after the slight delay and it was worth the short wait. That was the only day that had a slight bump due to windy weather. The previous weekend and the rest of the week the weather was perfect and the balloons went up and filled the sky.
Here were a few of the special shapes balloon. The motorcycle was huge!
You can see at least one of these balloons getting filled with hot air.
This balloon is based on fractals: Science, Math and Art. Fractal Foundation Information
Although pin trading is still popular, most of the pilots have cards telling about where they are from and all about their balloon that they hand out for free if you ask them.
Balloons land everywhere! Parks, fields and even around homes. You can see a bird balloon and another balloon peeking behind homes in the area.
Another fun thing was to watch a few balloons on Wednesday the 10th of October lift off at around 6:30 a.m. and flicker in the sky similar to fireflies. They also have an evening glow that you can see the balloon light up as the sun goes down. These are some extra perks that are fun to watch.
Sights from 2017 Fiesta
Lots of cool stuff to buy and to eat. If you like balloons it seemed that you could find balloon earrings, lights, quilts, canvas to paint, or lots of other stuff. The size of the food servings were so big and you could buy fries, donuts, breakfast burritos, drinks and all other types of food.
The police patrolled on horseback. The horses did not seem to mind the crowds nor the balloons. Pretty remarkable animals aren't they?
Decorations to buy or wear. Long time weather man, Steve Stucker, has covered the event for about 26 years for KOB-TV. His weather jacket was covered both front and back with pins.
Interested in more information on attending in person?
What is a trip to Albuquerque without going out after the fiesta to get your favorite green chili item. Green chili burgers, green chili pizza, green chili burritos or my favorite green chili sushi. I love it!
Hello, Will you please update your blog with correct information. 400+ hot air balloons launched in perfect flying conditions this morning at Balloon Fiesta Park. about two dozen special shape balloons remained on the field, by design, while the flying competition occurred next to the balloons in static display. Thank you Tom Garrity media@balloonfiesta.com
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