Sep 29 - Oct 1, 2023
Four Corners Balloon Rally
Lake Farmington
Hosted by the City of Farmington
ATTENTION: Sunday's Ascension from Lake Farmington is CANCELED Due to High Winds Forecast
The Four Corners Balloon Rally is back!
Balloons will ascend from Lake Farmington and soar through the skies of our community. This three-day event will include balloon glows, vendors, music, and more.
Mark your calendar and follow the City of Farmington on Facebook for event updates.
Schedule
Below is the tentative 2023 schedule. Keep checking back for updates as the event gets closer.
September 29
5:30-8 pm Evening Balloon Glow & Vendors at San Juan College
September 30
6-8 pm Evening Balloon Glow & Vendors at Farmington Museum featuring the Oktoberfest Biergarten sponsored by the Farmington Museum Foundation*
*Overflow parking & shuttle available. See info below.
October 1
Thank you to our 2023 sponsors!
Ascension Venue
ATTENTION: Sunday's Ascension from Lake Farmington is CANCELED Due to High Winds Forecast
Lake Farmington
8020 E. Main St. Farmington, NM
The Campground is CLOSED for overnight stays during the event. But we encourage you to view the launches from there in the mornings!
If you plan to watch the launch here is what you need to know:
Lake Access Fee will be waived from 7 to 9 am each morning during the event
Additional parking has been opened on private property for this event ONLY. Shuttles will run from the parking area to viewing locations around the lake.
The road will be closed to through traffic past the campgrounds from 7 to 9 am each morning during the event
Those who wish to avoid crowds are encouraged to head to off-site viewing locations along the projected flight path. These include Saddleback Park, Lions Wilderness Park & San Juan College. PLEASE NOTE: on Friday, Parking lot B which is located in front of the Henderson Fine Arts Center, will be closed to accommodate preparation for San Juan College’s evening Balloon Glow.
Ascensions can also be watched from home! San Juan College's KSJE is livestreaming from the Lake Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Follow KSJE on Facebook to see the action from anywhere!
Saturday Night Balloon Glow
This FREE event features:
Live music & vendors
Fun kids' activities
Oktoberfest Biergarten sponsored by the Farmington Museum Foundation
Please observe modified traffic patterns around the Museum. Overflow Parking & Shuttle are available on Browning Parkway in the lot South of Farmington Regional Animal Services. Balloon Glow Shuttles run from 5:30 - 8:30p. Please note: this shuttle travels from the Museum to overflow parking ONLY.
