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Albuquerque Journal

Day 1: Pictures and video of Balloon Fiesta 2017

By ABQJournal News Staff

Published: Saturday, October 7th, 2017 at 1:12pm
Updated: Saturday, October 7th, 2017 at 11:16pm

Day 1: Pictures and video of Balloon Fiesta 2017

Hot air balloons prepare to launch on the first day of the 2017 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017. (Marla Brose/Albuquerque Journal)

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Hundreds of balloons took off from Balloon Fiesta Park Saturday, kicking off the 9-day festival. It was crisp and clear, and many of the balloons drifted south before landing.

Pictures: Morning mass ascension

Pictures: Evening glow and fireworks

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