Kodak Albuquerque International
Balloon
Fiesta
821-1000
Heralded as the world’s largest balloon event, held in October; features
mass ascensions with over 600 hot-air, gas and helium balloons, Special
Shapes Rodeos, Balloon Glows and competitive events.
New Mexico State Fair
265-1791
The annual September event combines concerts by big name C&W stars,
carnival rides, livestock
and agricultural exhibits, arts and crafts competitions, entertainment
at the Indian and Spanish Villages, plus a feast of food.
Summerfest
768-3483
Different ethnic groups (Native American, German, Irish/Scottish, Cajun/French,
African-American, Car-ibbean/ South American, Hispanic) bring food, music,
dance, arts & crafts to residents on Saturday Summer nights downtown
on Civic Plaza.
Magnifico!
242-8244
Albuquerque’s Festival of the Arts held annually in April features
more than 2000 performances, exhibits and events highlighting Albuquerque’s
visual, performing, literary and culinary arts. |
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Arts & Crafts Fairs
Creative works in all media attest to the talent of gifted individuals
living in the Southwest. Three of the most acclaimed events are the New
Mexico Arts & Crafts Fair in June, the Southwest Arts & Crafts
Fair in November; and Weems Artfest in December.
Christmas Eve Luminaria Tour
842-9918
A breathtaking tour highlights one of the city’s most enchanting traditions.
Thousands of luminarias (also known as farolitos) line city sidewalks,
homes and buildings during the holiday season.
New Mexico Scorpions
232-PUCK (7825)
Exciting ice hockey action via 35 home games and clinics comes alive
via the Scorpions, members of
the WP Hockey League.
University of New Mexico Sports
925-5526 - Tickets
Name your sport - basketball, football, volleyball, baseball, tennis
golf! First-class sports action is delivered at stadiums and facilities
citywide by the teams that wear the UNM Lobos uniform. |
