New Mexico's Biggest Event & Epic Locations
"To climb the highest peaks, to travel through celestial space, to turn our searchlights upon domains of eternal darkness, that is what makes life worth living." - Auguste Picard
"To climb the highest peaks, to travel through celestial space, to turn our searchlights upon domains of eternal darkness, that is what makes life worth living." - Auguste Picard
Fireball Run 'Balloon Fiesta'® Experience® is a 6-day, 5-night, beyond VIP 'driventure' enhanced with immersive, historic, cultural, and culinary experiences. All leading up to your personal participation in the world's biggest ballooning event.
Forget touring and start doing. Venturing with Fireball Run means unprecedented access, personal treatment, historic opportunities, and seriously immersive experiences.
Vacations are for tourists. Tours are too tame. Extreme adventures aren't exclusive. What differentiates us from others isn't the location- it's what you'll do when you get there.
Fireball Run: 'Balloon Fiesta' Experience takes place entirely in New Mexico. Participation is exclusive and limited to just 15, two-person adult adventourists. Get exotic, go in style, or drive in comfort... any personal vehicle is acceptible in this adventure.
Below are the places you'll go, people you'll meet, and rare moments you'll experience. Expect to interact with world history and rediscover lost history in ways never dreamed possible. This isn't a tour- it's an adventour. Although we expedition in extraordinary ways, everyone is encouraged to embark on your own ultimate drivecation to these endorsed locations.
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Considered one of the best restaurants in town, Michael’s Kitchen has been in business since 1974, and some original staff members remain.
Locally known as the "Gorge Bridge" or the "High Bridge", is a steel deck arch bridge across the Rio Grande Gorge 10 miles northwest of Taos, New Mexico, United States. Roughly 600’ above the Rio Grande, it is the tenth highest bridge in the United States.
An Open Book of Human History Bandelier National Monument protects over 33,000 acres of rugged but beautiful canyon and mesa country as well as evidence of a human presence here going back over 11,000 years. Petroglyphs, dwellings carved into the soft rock cliffs, and standing masonry walls pay tribute to the early days of a culture that still survives in the surrounding communities.
White Rock Canyon is one of the two jewels of Los Alamos County Open Space. Carved by the Rio Grande through lava oozed from the Caja del Rio volcanic
Santa Fe, New Mexico’s capital, sits in the Sangre de Cristo foothills. It’s renowned for its Pueblo-style architecture and as a creative arts hotbed. Founded as a Spanish colony in 1610, it has at its heart the traditional Plaza. The surrounding historic district’s crooked streets wind past adobe landmarks including the Palace of the Governors, now home to the New Mexico History Museum.
an all-inclusive film location nestled in the foothills of northern New Mexico. The ranch is spread out over several thousands of acres and features over 2 pounds, one movie town, and 2 home sets. More than 130 movies, as well as various videos, commercials and catalog shoots, have been filmed here! The ranch is also available for private parties, corporate retreats, and classroom visits.
A New Brewery and Pizza Experience brought to you by a community of people whose drive and inspiration for beer and pizza is second only to their drive and inspiration for each other.
With classic architecture inspired by Taos Pueblo, this high-end hotel next to historic Loretto Chapel is 2 blocks from Santa Fe Plaza and 3 blocks from the galleries on Canyon Road. The refined rooms and suites feature dramatic Native American-style decor as well as flat-screens, coffeemakers and Wi-Fi access. Rooms with balconies and kiva fireplaces are also available.
The Scaramanaga Ranch is a privately owned majestic 25-acre production ranch & film site with uninterrupted sunrise to sunset views, dynamic elevations and diverse terrain. Scaramanga Ranch is named in tribute to infamous James Bond villain... Francisco Scaramanga- The Man With The Golden Gun.
Superior views above the quirky artist village of Madrid, NM along the Turquoise Trail (NM HWY-14).
Located within the La Fonda Hotel, La Plazuela isn't just a place for dinner, it boasts as one of the areas best for an authentic New Mexican breakfast.
La Plazuela flavor is a tasty the beginners course of your 5-day cuisine journey.
La Fonda on the Plaza is a historical luxury hotel in downtown Santa Fe, NM. La Fonda means "the inn". The hotel has been described as "the grand damn of Santa Fe's Historic hotels." Opened December 20, 1922.
Exquisite art, decor, history, and modern amenities. La Fonda is an experience onto itself.
This epic drive from Santa Fe to Taos via Hwy 84 into Espanola, NM and onto NM-Hwy 68 following the Rio Grande through Velarde, Pilar, and Dixon, NM.
While this is the most direct drive it is also very scenic along the Rio Grande via Tierra Amarilla Canyon.
a yearly hot air balloon festival that takes place in Albuquerque, New Mexico, during early October. The Balloon Fiesta is a nine-day event from October 6th to October 14th, and has over 500 hot air balloons each year
Located within the La Fonda Hotel, fresh and flavorful, La Plazuela takes an innovative approach to New Mexican cuisine, cooking up traditional recipes with an enticing new twist. Take a seat at La Plazuela restaurant, an warm space built in the 1920's that sits below a dramatic, wrought-iron chandelier and lofty foliage, all encircled by hand-painted windows, evoking the style of the Southwest.
Nestled in the heart of La Fonda on the Plaza, is the most intimate among restaurants in Santa Fe.
The Santa Fe Plaza is a National Historic Landmark in downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico in the style of traditional Spanish-American colonial cities. The plaza, or "city-square", was originally, and is still to this day, the center gathering place in town. The landmark has since grown into a time-capsule of Spanish, Native American, and Mexican cultures, music, design, jewelry, art and dance.
Known to locals simply as the "Plaza," it is a living epicenter of Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and American history.
Come face to face with the rich and diverse heritage of the American Southwest at the Millicent Rogers Museum the highlight of the museum is the magnificent turquoise jewelry collected and owned by fashionista Millicent Rogers for whom the museum is named. Her collection includes the famous "Tab Necklace" that she purchased for $5000 in the 1940s.
Mandatory attendance required. Gathering between guests and guides to review the itinerary, what to expect, artifact engagement guidelines, as well as safety protocol.
To maintain the quality and rare nature of this experience.
Casual guest gathering at La Fonda Hotel. Meet, drink, and enjoy 4-star amenities.
La Fiesta Lounge isn't just for hotel guests, it's the social gathering place of the states most influential personalities.
Formed in 1960 for the purpose of "preserving the history of the Taos area including field trips & lecture programs
The scenic and historic Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway encompasses 15000 square miles in the heart of central New Mexico, linking Albuquerque and Santa Fe
Two visionary painters, whose art captured the Southwest. Explore the studios of E. I. Couse and J. H. Sharp, founding members of the Taos Society of Artists. These two painters helped create the cultural fabric of Taos and the West as we know it today. Visit the Couse home and see how these pioneer painters lived. Stand at Couse’s easel, see the model’s stage and props. All remains as it was 100 years ago.
Museum in the preserved Spanish colonial style home of the frontier expedition leader built in 1825 "This adobe house, built around 1825, is the original home of the renowned pioneer frontiersman and his wife, Josefa. The beautiful courtyard is a lovely destination with its forest of hollyhocks and other flowers nestled in the heart of historic Taos."
a design cooperative committed to the uncompromising reproduction of New Mexican arts and crafts from their classic periods. Under one roof, our artisans are bringing back exquisite examples that will enhance your understanding and appreciation of the rich visual tapestry that was once historical New Mexico.
Set across several adobe houses dating from the 1800s, this landmark inn is a 2-minute walk from the Kit Carson Home and Museum, and 3 minutes from Taos Plaza. Relaxed rooms and suites, all with free Wi-Fi, feature details such as hand-carved doors, wood-burning or gas fireplaces, viga ceilings, and antique furnishings.
a 501(c)3 organization in the Albuquerque Rail Yards dedicated to collecting, preserving and creating educational exhibits about the history of transportation in Albuquerque and New Mexico with emphasis on the impact on the development of the area. Our collections embrace the history of the railroads, the impact of the rail yards on Albuquerque, as well as automobiles, horse and wagon, and other modes of transportation.
an acclaimed dining establishment located in a registered historic landmark. A Taos tradition, the restaurant has earned multiple awards for its fabulous regional New American fare.
The Santa Fe Plaza is a National Historic Landmark in downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico in the style of traditional Spanish-American colonial cities. The plaza, or "city-square", was originally, and is still to this day, the center gathering place in town. Many know it as "the heart of Santa Fe"
Fondly called 'the living room of Taos' by locals and visitors alike, The Adobe Bar is the place to be.
Santa Fe’s Best Prime Steakhouse Voted Best Place To Order Steak In Santa Fe
An animal conservation museum located in Old Town Albuquerque. The museum is devoted to snakes, particularly rattlesnakes, and is dedicated to rattlesnake education.
a 501(c)3 organization in the Albuquerque Rail Yards dedicated to collecting, preserving and creating educational exhibits about the history of transportation in Albuquerque and New Mexico with emphasis on the impact on the development of the area. Our collections embrace the history of the railroads, the impact of the rail yards on Albuquerque, as well as automobiles, horse and wagon, and other modes of transportation.
Experience a completely unique and authentic journey into the ancient lands of the Tamayame people at Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa. Nestled on 550 acres of the Native American Santa Ana Pueblo between the Sandia Mountains and the Rio Grande River, Tamaya is steeped in over one thousand years of rich history and culture.
Relax while enjoying a top-shelf margarita or sampling a tequila flight while sharing plates of our tempting comfort food at our vibrant dining and gathering spot. Sit on the patio for spectacular sunset views of the Sandia Mountains.
Named for the honored symbol of the Santa Ana Pueblo, Corn Maiden is a delightful setting for a romantic dinner or celebration.
Yeah it's a lot and you'll enjoy every bit of it. At each site you'll be personally greated by either it's owner, executive director, or senior curator.
Arrive | Location | Activity X | Leave | Next | Drive | Miles | Fuel |
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7:30 a | Breakfast: La Plazuela | 60 mins | 8:30 a | Excursion Taos, NM | 101 mins | 73.00 | 0 |
3:15 a | Night Excursion Albuquerque | 0 | 3:15 a | Arrival Intl Balloon Fiesta | 60 mins | 54.00 | 0 |
4:00 a | Convoy to Balloon Fiesta Park | 30 mins | 4:30 a | Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta | 20 mins | 27.00 | 0 |
4:45 a | Lobby Meet Up (optional) | 0 | 4:45 a | Convoy to Balloon Fiesta Park (optional) | 30 mins | 15.00 | 0 |
8:00 a | Breakfast: Michael's Kitchen | 60 mins | 9:00 a | Rio Grande Gorge | 15 mins | 11.00 | 0 |
p | Check-In: La Fonda Historic Hotel | 0 | Early Meet Up @ Scaramanaga Ranch (optional) | 0 | 0.00 | 0 | |
4:30 a | Arrival Intl Balloon Fiesta | 30 mins | 5:00 a | Balloon Fiesta Executive Director Meet & Gree | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
8:45 a | Excursion Taos, NM | 120 mins | 10:45 a | Taos Pueblo Experience | 0 | 0.00 | 20 mins |
5:00 a | Convoy to Balloon Fiesta Park (optional) | 45 mins | 5:45 p | Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta | 30 mins | 15.00 | 0 |
4:30 p | Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta | 30 mins | 5:30 p | Meetup: Pilots Pavilion | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
9:20 a | Rio Grande Gorge | 40 mins | 10:00 a | Excursion Bandelier | 90 mins | 77.00 | 0 |
3:30 p | Early Meet Up @ Scaramanaga Ranch (optional) | 60 mins | 4:30 p | Dinner: La Plazuela (optional) | 45 mins | 30.00 | 0 |
5:30 a | Meetup: Pilots Pavilion | 15 mins | 5:45 a | Ground Crew Assignments | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
5:45 a | Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta | 15 mins | 6:00 a | Open Exploration (optional) | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
11:30 a | Taos Pueblo Experience | 60 mins | 12:30 p | Millicent Rogers Museum | 15 mins | 5.00 | 0 |
10:00 a | Excursion Bandelier | 105 mins | 11:45 a | Bandelier National Historic Site | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
5:00 a | Balloon Fiesta Executive Director Meet & Gree | 20 mins | 5:20 a | Balloon Fiesta "Behind the Scenes" | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
5:30 p | Dinner: La Plazuela (optional) | 90 mins | 7:00 p | Walking Tour Santa Fe Plaza (optional) | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
6:00 a | Open Exploration (optional) | 270 mins | 10:30 a | Vehicle Meetup Balloon fiesta park | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
5:30 a | Ground Crew Assignments | 15 mins | 5:45 a | Balloon Ground Crew Experience | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
5:20 a | Balloon Fiesta "Behind the Scenes" | 40 mins | 6:00 a | Pilots Briefing | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
12:50 p | Millicent Rogers Museum | 40 mins | 1:30 p | Lunch: t/b/d | 15 mins | 0.00 | 0 |
11:45 a | Bandelier National Historic Site | 75 mins | 1:00 p | Excursion White Rock, NM | 15 mins | 10.00 | 0 |
7:00 p | Walking Tour Santa Fe Plaza (optional) | 60 mins | 8:00 p | Orientation: Stiha Room, La Fonda Hotel | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
5:40 a | Pilots Briefing | 20 mins | 6:00 a | Open Exploration | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
8:00 p | Orientation: Stiha Room, La Fonda Hotel | 60 mins | 9:00 p | La Fiesta Lounge Meet-Up (optional) | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
1:45 p | Lunch: t/b/d | 60 mins | 2:45 p | Taos Historic Society | 15 mins | 0.00 | 0 |
5:45 a | Balloon Ground Crew Experience | 225 mins | 9:30 a | Meetup: vehicles | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
11:00 a | Vehicle Meetup Balloon fiesta park | 0 | 11:00 a | Excursion Turquoise Trail | 60 mins | 40.00 | 0 |
1:15 p | Excursion White Rock, NM | 15 mins | 1:30 p | Lunch: t/b/d | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
6:00 a | Open Exploration | 120 mins | 8:30 a | Ballooning 101 Course | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
1:30 p | Lunch: t/b/d | 60 mins | 2:30 p | Excursion Santa Fe, NM | 60 mins | 60.00 | 0 |
11:00 a | Excursion Turquoise Trail | 90 mins | 12:30 p | Lunch: t/b/d | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
9:00 p | La Fiesta Lounge Meet-Up (optional) | 60 mins | 10:00 p | Not Set | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
10:30 a | Meetup: vehicles | 30 mins | 11:00 a | Albuquerque Tours: MMA Experience | 20 mins | 10.00 | 0 |
3:00 p | Taos Historic Society | 45 mins | 3:45 p | Couse-Sharp Museum | 5 mins | 2.00 | 0 |
2:30 p | Excursion Santa Fe, NM | 60 mins | 3:30 p | Bonanza Creek Movie Ranch | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
11:00 a | Albuquerque Tours: MMA Experience | 90 mins | 12:30 p | lunch t/b/t | 15 mins | 5.00 | 0 |
8:30 a | Ballooning 101 Course | 60 mins | 9:30 a | Brunch with a Pilot | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
3:50 p | Couse-Sharp Museum | 60 mins | 4:50 p | Kit Carson House & Museum | 1 mins | 1.00 | 0 |
12:30 p | Lunch: t/b/d | 60 mins | 1:30 p | Open Exploration Madrid | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
9:30 a | Brunch with a Pilot | 60 mins | 10:30 a | Excursion Jemez | 75 mins | 51.00 | 0 |
3:30 p | Bonanza Creek Movie Ranch | 90 mins | 5:00 p | Dinner: Beer Creek Brewing Co. | 15 mins | 7.00 | 0 |
5:00 p | Kit Carson House & Museum | 45 mins | 5:45 p | Tres Estrellas Gallery | 2 mins | 1.00 | 0 |
1:30 p | Open Exploration Madrid | 90 mins | 3:00 p | vehicle Meetup Madrid | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
12:45 p | lunch t/b/t | 60 mins | 1:45 p | Wheels Museum | 15 mins | 5.00 | 0 |
6:00 p | Tres Estrellas Gallery | 60 mins | 7:00 p | Check-In: Historic Taos Inn | 5 mins | 1.00 | 0 |
2:00 p | Wheels Museum | 60 mins | 3:00 p | New Mexico Natural History Museum | 15 mins | 3.00 | 0 |
5:30 p | Dinner: Beer Creek Brewing Co. | 60 mins | 6:30 p | Check-In: Inn at Lorretto | 25 mins | 20.00 | 0 |
3:00 p | vehicle Meetup Madrid | 0 | 3:00 p | Excursion Santa Fe | 40 mins | 30.00 | 0 |
10:45 a | Excursion Jemez | 75 mins | 12:00 p | Jemez Historic Site | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
3:30 p | New Mexico Natural History Museum | 60 mins | 4:30 p | Old Town Albuquerque | 5 mins | 0.50 | 0 |
3:00 p | Excursion Santa Fe | 45 mins | 3:45 p | Open Exploration: Santa Fe Plaza | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
12:00 p | Jemez Historic Site | 50 mins | 12:50 p | Lunch: t/b/d | 5 mins | 5.00 | 0 |
7:05 p | Check-In: Historic Taos Inn | 40 mins | 7:45 p | Dinner: Doc Martins Restaurant, Taos Inn | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
7:00 p | Check-In: Inn at Lorretto | 0 | Living Room Lounge Meet-Up (Optional) | 0 | 0.00 | 0 | |
4:40 p | Old Town Albuquerque | 50 mins | 5:30 p | Rattlesnake Museum | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
3:45 p | Open Exploration: Santa Fe Plaza | 75 mins | 5:00 p | Dinner: Bull Ring Steakhouse | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
7:45 p | Living Room Lounge Meet-Up (Optional) | 0 | 0:00 p | Not Set | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
7:45 p | Dinner: Doc Martins Restaurant, Taos Inn | 75 mins | 9:00 p | Meet Up: Taos Inn The Adobe Bar (optional) | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
1:00 p | Lunch: t/b/d | 60 mins | 2:00 p | Excursion Coronado | 50 mins | 40.00 | 0 |
2:15 p | Excursion Coronado | 60 mins | 3:15 p | Coronado Historic Site | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
9:00 p | Meet Up: Taos Inn The Adobe Bar (optional) | 60 mins | 10:00 p | Not Set | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
5:30 p | Rattlesnake Museum | 60 mins | 6:30 p | Dinner: t/b/a | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
5:00 p | Dinner: Bull Ring Steakhouse | 120 mins | 7:00 p | Vehicle Meetup Santa Fe | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
3:15 p | Coronado Historic Site | 60 mins | 4:15 p | Arrival Intl Balloon Fiesta | 20 mins | 12.00 | 0 |
6:30 p | Dinner: t/b/a | 60 mins | 7:30 p | Return to Tamaya Resort | 40 mins | 25.00 | 0 |
7:00 p | Vehicle Meetup Santa Fe | 0 | 7:00 p | Excursion Tamaya Resort (optional) | 60 mins | 50.00 | 0 |
7:45 p | Return to Tamaya Resort | 45 mins | 8:30 p | Meet Up: Rio Grande Lounge (optional) | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
7:00 p | Excursion Tamaya Resort (optional) | 60 mins | 8:00 p | Rendezvous Tamaya Resort | 60 mins | 50.00 | 0 |
5:00 p | Arrival Intl Balloon Fiesta | 60 mins | 6:00 p | Balloon Fiesta "Special Shapes Glowdeo" | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
8:00 p | Rendezvous Tamaya Resort | 30 mins | 8:30 p | Farewell Toast @ Rio Grande Lounge | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
6:00 p | Balloon Fiesta "Special Shapes Glowdeo" | 90 mins | 7:30 p | Check-In: Tamaya Hyatt Resort | 30 mins | 20.00 | 0 |
8:30 p | Meet Up: Rio Grande Lounge (optional) | 0 | 0:00 p | Not Set | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
8:30 p | Farewell Toast @ Rio Grande Lounge | 60 mins | 9:30 p | Not Set | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
8:00 p | Check-In: Tamaya Hyatt Resort | 60 mins | 9:00 p | Dinner: Corn Maiden | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
9:00 p | Dinner: Corn Maiden | 60 mins | 10:00 p | Not Set | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Within a week or so of the experience return here for an array of complimentary images all featuring you. Our insanely talented still photographers from the series will capturie every candid moment of your adventure.
This Adventour is SOLD OUT! Email FBRExperiences@Gmail.com to get on the cancellation list.
Congratulations! With participation limited to just 15, 2-person adults you’re about to join an elite and diverse group of adventourists. All guests must be 21+. Unlike the TV series, Fireball Run 'Balloon Fiesta' Experience is not a race, rally or competition event. For a complete list of what's included see the options menu below. Here are a few highlights:
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