Balloon Brews Cruise is a road cycling race on October 8–10, 2026 in Albuquerque, NM, with entry fees from $10 to $20.
From the Organizer
Evening Cruise-
When- Thursday, October 8th at 5:30pm
Meet Up- La Cumbre Brewing at 3313 Girard NE Albuquerque, NM 87107
Morning Cruise-
When- Saturday, October 10th at 5:30am
Bike from La Cumbre Brewing (Evening Cruise) or Canteen Brewhouse (Morning Cruise) to Balloon Fiesta Park and back via the North Diversion Channel Trail. This is a closed shared use trail. Helmets aren’t required but strongly encouraged.
Must sign up to ride with us!
Registration Includes-
$10- A balloon and bike pin and a beer.
$20- A balloon and bike pin, 2 beers, and a donation to BikeABQ.
Redeem your Brews Cruise beer(s) post ride at La Cumbre or Canteen Brewhouse. You pick! Beer trading cards are good all weekend.
This is a family friendly event.
Minors must be accompanied by parents or guardians at all times.
Must be 21 to consume alcohol.
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
79°
Typical Low
42°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rio Grande Nature Ctr, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
562,488
as of 2023
City Elevation
4,979 ft
Nearest Airport
ABQ
Albuquerque International Sunport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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Balloon Brews Cruise
Oct 8, 2026