Schedule a Field Trip at the Balloon Museum
Thank you for your interest in visiting the Balloon Museum. Please review the information below to assist you in scheduling your field trip.
Cost of Admission
- $6 – Adults
- $5 – New Mexico residents with valid ID
- $4 – Seniors (65+)
- $3 – Children (ages 6 - 17)
- Free – Children (5 and under)
- Free – Title I School Groups
Flying Bus Scholarship
The Flying Bus Scholarship Program provides free transportation and admission for Title I Schools in the Albuquerque Metro Area. The program is sponsored by the Balloon Museum Foundation.
Flying Bus Eligibility and Requirements:
1) Title 1 eligible schools
2) Maximum capacity for the school bus for a field trip is 60
3) Share your experience by submitting something to the museum after your visit
(pictures drawn by students, thank you cards, photographs, etc.)
4) Complete a post-visit feedback form
If your group meets the requirements for a Flying Bus Scholarship and you would like to apply, please complete the brief application at the end of this form. Please note that the program is limited by availability. Reserve early.
Flying Bus Eligibility and Requirements:
1) Title 1 eligible schools
2) Maximum capacity for the school bus for a field trip is 60
3) Share your experience by submitting something to the museum after your visit
(pictures drawn by students, thank you cards, photographs, etc.)
4) Complete a post-visit feedback form
If your group meets the requirements for a Flying Bus Scholarship and you would like to apply, please complete the brief application at the end of this form. Please note that the program is limited by availability. Reserve early.
Scheduling Your Field Trip
Field Trips during the school year are conducted on Tuesday and Friday mornings. Programs include theme-based activities and a tour. They typically take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Beyond this window, your group is welcome to stay and explore the museum independently. Field trip visits must conclude by 1:00 p.m. The museum can provide self-guided tour materials and activity handouts for all groups.
Self-Guided Groups are welcome on other days of the week. We require a reservation for any school group of 12 or more. Contact Diane Short directly for these: [email protected]
The Balloon Museum requires a ratio of at least one adult to every 10 students. Students are expected to stay with an assigned chaperone throughout their visit.
Lunch Space
The museum offers a large patio and outdoor grounds for lunch. Indoor space is only available as space allows and if there is inclement weather. If you plan to eat at the museum, please bring your lunches. There is no cafeteria or snack bar to purchase food on site.
Please complete the following Field Trip Reservation Request Form and a staff member will respond quickly. If you have any questions, please contact Diane Short: [email protected] | 505-768-6032.
Please complete the following Field Trip Reservation Request Form and a staff member will respond quickly. If you have any questions, please contact Diane Short: [email protected] | 505-768-6032.