Balloons take to the skies on Day 8 in Albuquerque
Hot air craft launched across Albuquerque during the eighth morning of the annual festival. Mixed weather conditions challenged pilots early before colorful displays filled the morning skyline.
Conditions at Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta allowed launches at each pilot’s discretion. Some crews selected static ground displays instead. Other teams opted not to inflate.
Many pilots chose to fly. The skyline filled with color.
Crowds gathered across the Albuquerque venue grounds. Music Fiesta begins this afternoon with multiple artists. An evening glow, a drone show, and fireworks will follow.
The annual event hosts hundreds of pilots each autumn. Launch decisions rely on wind speeds and morning cloud cover.
Day eight events continue into the evening hours in Albuquerque.
