If you’ve been itching to go to New Mexico, now is the time because the region’s most noteworthy event–the International Balloon Fiesta–kicks off this weekend through October 13, where more than 600 hot air balloons take to the sky for a dazzling display of colors 😍. Whether you’re awake to see the balloons take flight during dawn patrol, want to witness them light up the night sky during the evening’s Glowdeo, or are brave enough to hop in the basket yourself, this is a spectacle worth traveling for. And, if you make the trip to the stunning Southwest, there’s an endless amount of natural splendor to soak up from the Sandia Mountain trails to various local vineyards, and a lavender farm where alpacas and peacocks roam the grounds freely. Will you be making the trip to the balloonfiesta this year? For event details and a guide to Albuquerque, tap the link in our bio. ✍️: ximenanbqk 📸/📽️: abbs_madd tian.a #BalloonFiesta #ThingsToDoABQ #newmexico #visitabq #NewMexicoTRUE