NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The green flag is up on day seven of the 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
Friday features a Special Shape Rodeo and Fiesta de Los Globitos. Friday evening events include a Special Shape Glowdeo, drone light show and fireworks, weather permitting.
Friday, October 11
4:30 am Kids’ Day Goodie Bag Distribution begins (South of the Main Street Stage)
6:00am Dawn Patrol
7:00am Special Shape Rodeo™
7:00am Balloon Launch
7:30-11:00am Fiesta de Los Globitos (Remote Control Balloons Exhibition)
sponsored by City of Las Vegas, New Mexico
8:00am Fly In Competition Launch
8:00-noon Chainsaw Carving Exhibition
10:00am Chainsaw Carving Auction
3:00-6:00pm Chainsaw Carving Exhibition
5:00pm Team Fastrax™ Skydiving, sponsored by Accident Insurance Company, Inc.
6:30pm Special Shape Glowdeo™
7:30pm Team Fastrax™ Skydiving, sponsored by Accident Insurance Company, Inc.
7:45pm Drone Light Show, sponsored by Sandia Resort & Casino
8:00pm* AfterGlow™ Fireworks Show*