While the 46th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta drifted into the sunset a few weeks ago, the numbers are in and this year’s event was an incredible success. An estimated 887,970 people watched more than 650 balloons from 21 countries take to the New Mexico sky with colorful, mesmerizing and even hilarious designs, certainly driving home the event theme: “Inflate Your Imagination.”
Photos: The Incredible Beauty of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Key Takeaways:
- The 46th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta was a significant success, attracting an estimated 887,970 attendees and featuring over 650 balloons from 21 countries.
- Maurice Petrehn won first place in the hot air overall competition, and Switzerland's Nicolas Tièche and Laurent Sciboz set a new distance record in the 22nd America's Challenge gas balloon race.
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