Look to the skies during the Angel Fire Air Affair, a long weekend celebration of aviation, creativity, and high-flying fun in the mountains of Northern New Mexico.

From pilot fly-ins and aircraft displays to drone demonstrations, colorful kites, gliders, and RC balloon showcases, this unique event brings together the excitement of flight with the relaxed mountain atmosphere of Angel Fire.

Throughout the weekend, the community gathers to celebrate all things airborne. Watch RC hot air balloons rise during the morning Mass Ascension, explore aircraft up close at the Aviation Expo, meet pilots and view static aircraft displays, or try your hand at flying a drone. Special guests, including members of the Ninety-Nines Women Pilots Organization, will also be in attendance.

Whether you’re fascinated by aviation or simply love watching things soar above the Moreno Valley, the Angel Fire Air Affair offers a fun and memorable weekend for visitors of all ages.

Grab a bite from local food trucks, enjoy live music, and take in the beauty of the mountains while the skies above come alive with motion and color.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Thursday | June 25

Kites & Gliders
Launch colorful kites and gliders into the wide-open mountain sky.

Movie Night | 7:00 PM
Enjoy a movie celebrating the spirit of flight.

Friday | June 26

Kites & Gliders
Spend the day flying kites and gliders in the open mountain air.

Movie Night | 7:00 PM
Another evening of aviation-inspired films under the mountain sky.

Saturday | June 27

Kites & Gliders
Launch colorful kites and gliders into the wide-open mountain sky.

Aviation & Armed Forces Expo | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Aviation & Armed Forces Expo
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Explore aircraft up close and discover the world of aviation. Enjoy a fly-in from area pilots and a static display of aircraft, where you can walk up, take a closer look, and talk directly with the pilots.

Learn about drone technology, watch demonstrations, and even try flying a drone yourself. Members of the Ninety-Nines (99s) Women Pilots Organization will also be in attendance with their aircraft.

Powered Parachute Flight | 8:00 AM
Flown by Carl Potter

RC Balloon Mass Ascension | 9:00 AM
Start the day watching remote-controlled balloons rise and float above the valley.

Summer Music Series | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Enjoy free live music on the lawn as part of Angel Fire’s popular summer concert series.

Balloon Glow | 7:00 PM
As the sun sets, illuminated balloons light up the evening sky in a beautiful glowing display.

With cool mountain air, scenic views, and a full lineup of sky-themed events, Angel Fire is the place to be in June.

Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a family looking for a fun mountain getaway, or simply someone who enjoys watching the skies come alive with activity, the Angel Fire Air Affair offers a weekend of discovery, creativity, and high-flying fun.

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