The Elephant Butte Balloon Regatta kicks off bright and early on both days with a balloon ascension. Weather permitting, balloon glows will be held in the evening.
This year's schedule:
Friday
7:15 am - 9:00 am balloons will launch from Lions Beach
Saturday
7:15 am - 9:00 am balloons will launch from Lions Beach
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm (time subject to change) balloon glow on lions beach
Sunday
7:15 am - 9:00 am balloons will launch from Lions Beach
Please respect our launch field and do not park on it during balloon launches. Park rangers will be directing traffic. All times are subjected to change as the winds change. Looking forward to seeing everyone there.
Elephant Butte Balloon Regatta
- Elephant Butte, NM 87935
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- Elephant Butte Lake State Park
- $5 State Park Entrance Fee


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