The 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta recorded 838,337 guest visits.
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a globally recognized annual event that draws a massive audience to New Mexico each October. This figure represents the total number of guest entries throughout the multi-day festival, highlighting the significant draw of hundreds of hot air balloons launching simultaneously into the sky.
Recent Attendance Figures
The attendance for the 2024 event is consistent with the large crowds the Fiesta typically attracts. Analyzing the attendance from previous years provides context for the scale of this popular gathering:
| Year | Guest Visits |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 838,337 |
| 2023 | 968,516 |
| 2022 | 828,800 |
| 2021 | 783,866 |
Attendance figures can vary annually due to factors such as weather conditions, economic trends, and specific event programming. Nevertheless, the Balloon Fiesta consistently remains a major tourist attraction, contributing substantially to the local economy and culture. Managing such a large number of guest visits requires extensive planning in areas like transportation, spectator services, and safety protocols to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
