Taos Balloon Rally 2024 in New Mexico

Taos Mountain Balloon Rally (TMBRA) is one of the most scenic ballooning events in New Mexico. Held during the last full weekend in October, the festival has become a beloved Taos community event. The sight of beautiful hot air balloons over the Southern Rocky Mountains is truly breathtaking. The area, which is famous for its ski resort, looks stunning from a bird's-eye view.

Taos Balloon Rally Events and Activities

The three-day festival features Taos Mountain sunrise mass ascensions from a field located on Albright Street, behind the Taos County Court House. The ascensions kick off at about 7:30 in the morning. The highlights of the Taos Mountain Balloon Rally also include tethered rides for school children, ballooning education and demonstrations, trick-or-treat balloon glow on Saturday evening, and vendors with balloon merchandise for sale. You'll also witness a live music concert and an art performance.

The festival typically hosts 35-50 balloons and crews each year. The festival's specialty is a chance to socialize up close with the pilots and balloon crews while they're preparing for launch. The popular event also features a parade and a grand ball.