41 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2022 Media Guide 2022 NEWS RELEASE SUMMARIES 25th America’s Challenge: The America’s Challenge Gas Balloon Race is one of the world’s premier distance races for gas balloons. The race is set to launch from Balloon Fiesta Park on October 1, 2022. Flight of the Nations: In observance of all the visiting international pilots, this mid-week mass ascension will take place on October 5, 2022. Wednesday’s opening ceremony will begin with international pilots flying their countries’ flags from their balloons. Fiesta de Los Globitos: Balloon Fiesta’s second annual remote-control balloon rally will feature dozens of tethered balloons, which are scale model balloons, about 30 feet tall. The mini mass ascensions will take place at Balloon Fiesta Park, from 7:30-11 a.m. on October 2, 5, and 7. Entertainment: Music Fiesta will be back for the 50th event. More at Balloon Fiesta Park: Guests will also be able to visit more than 40 food concessionaires and 40 different merchandise vendors, as well as enjoy returning attractions like the Artisans at Balloon Fiesta and Balloon Discovery Center. Guest options including Chasers’ Club, Gondola Club, Glamping and the Concierge Program will be available this year.