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The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta's Farewell Mass Ascension was canceled due to brisk winds from the north, with a yellow flag raised at Balloon Fiesta Park. Some balloons inflated for static display only, but strong winds aloft and at the surface prevented a mass ascension.
Thousands of people gathered at Balloon Fiesta Park in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to witness a rare annular solar eclipse during day 8 of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The event included a drone show, Mass Ascension of balloons, and a special candle burn by balloon pilots to commemorate the eclipse.
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta kicked off with the first Mass Ascension, as pilots received the green flag indicating favorable weather conditions for the event. Spectators can watch the livestream of the colorful hot air balloons filling the sky at Balloon Fiesta Park.