Four Corners Balloon Rally Returns September 25–27

Farmington, NM –One of Farmington’s most cherished traditions returns this fall as the Four Corners Balloon Rally takes to the skies September 25–27, 2026. The free, three-day festival brings together local families, visitors, and balloonists for mass ascensions, evening balloon glows, live music, and family entertainment.

Event Schedule:

Friday, September 25

7:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Lake Farmington Ascension

o Location: Lake Farmington (off-site viewing available at Saddleback and Lions Wilderness Parks)

o Details: Entry fees waived for the morning launch. No watercraft permitted on the lake during the launch.

5:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Evening Glow

o Location: San Juan College, Graduation Plaza

o Details: Sunset balloon displays, live concert entertainment, and family activities.

Saturday, September 26

7:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Morning Mall Ascension

o Location: Animas Valley Mall, 4601 E. Main St.

o Details: Spectators must enter via English Rd. or Largo St. as Main St. access will be restricted.

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Downtown Glow

o Location: Downtown Farmington, Civic Center Plaza

o Details: Glowing balloons, local vendors, family activities, and live entertainment.

Sunday, September 27

7:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Morning Mall Ascension

o Location: Animas Valley Mall, 4601 E. Main St.

o Details: Spectators must enter via English Rd. or Largo St. as Main St. access will be restricted.

KSJE Live Stream Broadcast Coverage

For those unable to attend in person, KSJE will provide expansive live event coverage. Spectators can tune into KSJE’s live morning launch streaming broadcasts on Facebook, bringing the excitement of the mass ascensions directly to viewers across the Four Corners region.

Get Involved: Volunteer

The Four Corners Balloon Rally relies on community backing to keep event admission free for everyone. Community members can get hands-on festival experience by registering as volunteer crew members, which offers a great way to support pilots on the ground and potentially earn a balloon ride.

For more information, including sponsor and volunteer signup, visit FourCornersBalloonRally.com.

Weather Notice: All scheduled activities are subject to weather and flight safety conditions. Attendees are encouraged to check the official rally website for real-time operational updates throughout the weekend.