The International Balloon Festival starts with the "People's Friday" that grants free Access so that more families can enjoy this world-class show
The International Balloon Festival starts with the “People’s Friday” that grants free Access so that more families can enjoy this world-class show
This year, attendance is estimated at around 400,000 people and organizers expect an economic impact of approximately 950 million pesos
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The Governor of the People, Libia Dennise Garcia Munoz Ledo, led the opening ceremony of the 2026 International Balloon Festival, which is expected to draw around 400,000 people over four days.
Libia Dennise welcomed the people of Guanajuato, the pilots and their teams from 25 countries, who make this International Balloon Festival a true meeting of cultures, nations and generations.
“Today we got up early to come to this place where the magic happens and I love seeing that magic in the families who are already here; happy to see how this sky is painted with colors and that only this Festival makes it posible”, said the Governor.
“Long live the International Balloon Festival!”, exclaimed the Governor, who was accompanied by Giovanni, a boy from Salamanca who overcame cancer and who flew in one of the hot air balloons.
The Mayor of Leon, also welcomed all visitors who will be able to enjoy this event from November 13 to 16, with the participation of 200 hot air balloons, which can be admired during the morning takeoffs and the Magic Nights.
During this inaugural ceremony, which was also attended by the general director of the FIG, Escandra Salim Alle, and authorities from all three levels of government, a monumental flag was unfurled by the Secretary of National Defense.
This year’s edition features “People’s Friday,” an initiative promoted by the State Governor to allow more families to enjoy this world-class show. General admission is free from morning until the Magic Night and the Los Angeles Azules concert.
The musical lineup also includes Calvin Harris, Alok, Tyson O’Brien, Santos Bravos, Xavi and Christian Nodal.
This year, an economic impact of approximately 950 million pesos is estimated.
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