Here are photos of the 2006 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Most of the week many events were rained out. However, the week finished in a blaze of color as the weather cleared in time for the Special Shapes Rodeo. Enjoy the photos!

Photo: Colorful Hot-Air Balloons, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

These two photo show colorful hot-air balloons from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. This event, held each October is a dazzling display of colorful and special shapes hot-air balloons from all over the world. The Fiesta is a international institution, and Albuquerque is now known as the “Hot Air Balloon Capital of the World.

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Photo: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Images

These photos are from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico. One of the most popular events of the Fiesta is the Special Shape Rodeo. This morning event features the ascension of the unusual, special shape balloons. The crowd favorite for the past couple of years has been the Twin Bees hot-air balloons shown in the first photo. However, they are all delightful!

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Photo: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, Albuquerque, New Mexico

These two photos show scenes from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This delightful event brings hot-air balloon enthusiasts from all over the world every October. For nine days, the New Mexico skies are painted as hundreds of balloons lift off from Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta Park. Nothing rivals the power of Mass Ascension on crisp early mornings as these graceful giants leave the ground to take their place in the cerulean desert sky. For ballooning fans worldwide, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a pilgrimage!

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