Winds kept balloons grounded to the field on the first day of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. While balloons stayed grounded, that didn't keep balloons from creating a spectacular show.

AT KOAT.COM. WELL, THIS IS THE LAST WEEKEND OF BALLOON FIESTA, AND SO FAR, SEVEN OUT OF THE 14 TOTAL SESSIONS HAVE BEEN CANCELED. BUT AS FATE WOULD WANT TO SHOW US, PEOPLE STILL MAKE THE BEST OF IT.

Weather conditions were not favorable for Saturday’s Balloon Fiesta Mass Ascension.Rain showers moved over Balloon Fiesta Park just as Dawn Patrol was inflating. Continued rain showers and strong ...