This week on What's Up Wednesday, we're officially 100 days away from the 2026 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta! That means it's time to start thinking about all the gear you'll need for another unforgettable Balloon Fiesta season. To help you get ready, we have new items for summer designed to keep you and your drinks cool in the heat, add a little bling to your accessories, and more.
As previewed on our recent Balloon Fiesta Live! Merchandise Special, the LED Ballcap is now available. Featuring Balloon Fiesta: The Scenic Route on the front, along with the Route 66 logo on the back and under the bill, this cap is ready to serve you day and night. It keeps the sun off your head during the day and lights your way at night with four powerful LED lights built into the bill. We think this will quickly become your go-to cap for every season.
If it's drinks you're trying to keep cool, check out this year's Koozies. Keeping with the trend of multiple can sizes, we have a dark blue Koozie for standard cans and a light blue Koozie for today's slim cans. Both feature the Balloon Fiesta: The Scenic Route design. Stock up on both styles and be prepared for whatever beverage cans appear.
Next up, the bling. It's a Mary Frances beaded coin purse. If you know Mary Frances, you already know the quality. For those who don't, Mary Frances Accessories is known for hand-beaded, hand-embellished handbags and accessories that fuse whimsy, elegance, femininity, and functionality. This balloon-shaped coin purse is dark blue on one side and colorful on the other, and stands about four inches tall. It's the perfect accessory for someone who loves unique pieces that start conversations. And did we mention these are custom-made just for us?
We're happy to tell you we have restocked our balloon solar lights. Available in multiple colors and designs, these balloons charge by day and light up by night, creating your own balloon glow on the patio or wherever you choose to hang them. And now we're able to ship them directly to you. Check out the collection and hold your own Balloon Fiesta on your patio.
Finally, here's a little Insider Info. Next week, we'll be in July, and that means a new Pin of the Month and our Christmas in July Sale. Keychains, magnets, ornaments, the official poster, and the 2027 Official Calendar are all scheduled to be released next month. Forward this email to your friends so they can subscribe and stay as up to date as you are on all things Balloon Fiesta Stuff.
As always, thanks for your support of Balloon Fiesta and Balloon Fiesta Stuff.