Top 5 Holiday Events in Albuquerque You Don't Want to Miss

'Tis the season for our southwestern city to transform into a winter wonderland full of fun and festive events. In true Albuquerque form, our holiday events blend the city's unique culture and history to create one-of-a-kind experiences. Whether you are a local or just visiting for the holidays, these top five events will put you in the holiday spirit.

 

River of Lights at ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden

The River of Lights is one of Albuquerque's most popular holiday traditions and the largest walk-through light display in New Mexico. Held at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, this event features millions – yes, millions - of twinkling lights, incredible hand-welded sculptures, and over 700…

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Can't Miss Halloween Events in Albuquerque

From family-friendly festivals to scary horror movies and pub crawls, Halloween in Albuquerque is a blast! The events in Albuquerque offer a mix of cultural traditions, family-friendly fun, and spooky season gatherings – there's something for everyone!  So, let's take a look at some of the upcoming Halloween events in Albuquerque.

Ghouls on Parade: Halloween Festival and Parade

Date: 10/26/2024

Time: 4:00-7:00 pm

Location: Morningside Park - 300 Aliso Dr SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

You don't want to miss Ghouls on Parade if you have little kids. It has all the fun kiddie carnival staples like bounce houses and face painting, plus local entertainment and food trucks to keep you entertained as…

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9 Days of Hot Air Balloons: A Guide to the New Mexico Balloon Fiesta

It's that time of year again! If you're looking for a bucket-list-worthy event, this is it. The 52nd New Mexico Balloon Fiesta begins on October 5 and runs through October 13. There's nothing quite like watching hundreds of hot air balloons lift off into the sky. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a Fiesta veteran, this year promises to be better than ever.

Why You Should Attend

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is known worldwide. Watching balloons of all shapes and sizes rise into the morning air is absolutely breathtaking. Plus, October is the perfect time to visit New Mexico, not just for the Fiesta but for the incredible weather too.  Believe it or not,…

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Elephant Butte Lake – A New Mexico Gem


Elephant Butte Lake is a reservoir located in central New Mexico.  Named for its prominent rock formations which resemble an elephant, this serene escape offers plenty of outdoorsy activities.  From fishing to hiking to boating, Elephant Butte Lake has something for everyone!

Outdoor Fun

New Mexico’s largest and most popular state park, Elephant Butte Lake, spans across 36,000 acres and is known for its beautiful views and clear water. There is plenty of space for boating, skiing, and even relaxing on the shore.  Fishers will especially love the lake as it is a great spot to catch catfish, bass, and walleye.

If you prefer to stay on dry land, there are numerous hiking trails where you can admire…

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Everything You Need To Know About The New Mexico Balloon Fiesta

It’s that time of year – the New Mexico Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, NM, is back! We expect
thousands of people from all over the world to attend this nine-day festival that features live
entertainment, food and drink vendors, and, of course, the world-famous balloons. 
If you’re in the area, this is an event you must attend at least once. If you’re from out of town,
put this on your bucket list – yes, it’s that incredible! Here’s everything you need to know about
the 51st annual New Mexico Balloon Fiesta.

What it is

The New Mexico Balloon Fiesta began in and is now the biggest ballooning event in the world!
During the nine-day event, 500 balloons will take flight in the beautiful New…

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Athletes from all over the world will come together to participate in the 2015 USA Roller Sports event.  This event will be three weeks long from July 11-August 1, 2015, and take place at the Albuquerque Convention Center. This event will feature inline speed skating, rink hockey and roller figure skating. This is a great event for the entire family to attend. Entry is $10 for general admission, Military is free with a valid ID, and discounts will apply for NM residents with a valid ID and groups. Event details are listed below.

If you are visitor to our beautiful State from out of town to take part is the great event “Bienvenidos”, that’s welcome in Spanish, and you need some ideas to fill up some free time. Below is a list of Restaurants, and…

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things to do in new mexicoIf you've lived in an area for an extended period of time, you may have forgotten about some of the treasures that are available to you.  You may think there isn't anything to do because you've simply forgotten about how gorgeous your area really is.  

New Mexico is a beautiful place to live.  There is a lot to do and see in the state.  From delicious foods to breath-taking scenery, you can always find something to do in this state.  

If you need some help remembering all we have to offer, here is a list of 50 things to do, see and taste throughout the state.  

  1. Visit one of the Native American Pueblos, Tribes or Nations.  There are 20 in our area, Acoma, Cochiti, Isleta, Jemez, Jicarilla Apache Nation, Laguna, Mescalero Apache Reservation,…

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