Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — Tickets for the 2026 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta go on sale Friday, April 3. The 54th annual event runs from October 3 through October 11 at Balloon Fiesta Park. This year’s theme, “The Scenic Route,” honors the Route 66 centennial. General admission tickets cost 20 dollars per session, with children 12 and under admitted free. Organizers are also offering Park and Ride options, along with premium experiences like the Gondola Club and Chasers’ Club. Camping and glamping packages will also be available, including a three-night Camp 505 experience and safari-style tents.
