In pictures: Annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta kick off

Organizers are expecting tens of thousands of spectators for opening weekend

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Hot air balloons are inflated during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.
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Hot air balloons are inflated during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.
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Hot air balloons are inflated during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.
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Hot air balloons are inflated during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.
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Hot air balloons are inflated during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.
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Hot air balloons are inflated during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.
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Hot air balloons are inflated during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.
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Hot air balloons are inflated during the annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque.
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