Albuquerque is the balloon capital of the world. In fact, the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta is currently in the running for the nation's top cultural festival in a USA Today poll, and draws visitors from all over the world each year. If you're currently going through Balloon Fiesta withdrawal, there is a simple solution - visit the Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum! The museum is family-friendly, making it a fun and educational way to spend an afternoon together! Plus, it's only a 15-minute drive from your home at The Resort at Sandia Village, so if you decide to take a spur of the moment trip, it's easily accessible!
What You'll Learn
History, science and recreation are all topics covered at the museum. The museum shares its focus between New Mexico ballooning history and international ballooning history, including background information on women in ballooning. The scientific principles behind what allows a hot air balloon function and specific scientists and their roles in the advancement of ballooning technology are explored, as well. While balloons were at one time used in war, today their main function is recreation and entertainment. These subjects are explained through interactive, multi-media exhibits.
Upcoming Events
The Great New Mexico Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
April 11 | 11 AM - 4 PM
While ABQ is known for ballooning, it is also known for its love of the green chile and New Mexican cuisine! On April 11, the two combine for an ABQ first:
Get excited for the first ever food truck festival in Albuquerque! Come check out a delicious array of cuisine from 20 food trucks from the area. Featuring everything from Latin American Street food with a New Mexican flair, to Green Chile Bacon doughnut burger, to there will be something for everyone, not to mention beer! -City of AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque Renaissance Faire
May 12 | 11 AM - 7 PM
When you think of a Renaissance Faire, turkey legs, jousting and knights in shining armor probably come to mind. Visitors can find all of these at the Albuquerque Renaissance Fair, in addition to a kids area, archery demonstration and adults only tavern!
When was the last time you paid a visit to one of our city's most treasured attractions, the Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum? If you love the museum as much as we do, make sure you give it a vote in the aforementioned USA Today poll!
Sources consulted:
Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau
City of Albuquerque
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