What else is happening in Albuquerque during Balloon Fiesta?

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – For 2024, Balloon Fiesta will be running from October 5 to 13, and whether you’re a local or visitor, you might want to check out other happenings in the area!

Below is a list compiled by KRQE of events happening in Albuquerque around the same time as Balloon Fiesta. Check them out!

Balloon Fiesta-related events

• Balloon Fiesta Week in Old Town
  • Live music will be played all week during Balloon Fiesta in Old Town from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. A range of music will be offered, like traditional Mexican music or Mariachi. Read details about those performing here.
• Balloon Fiesta Bike Tour
  • Dates have not been established, but details can be found here.
• The Balloon Run is on October 13.
  • Click here for Balloon Run details.
• Yoga + Balloons will be hosted at the Anderson Abruzzo Internation Balloon Museum on October 8.
  • Click here for Yoga + Balloon details , like the class’ schedule.
• Creativity Warehouse is hosting a handful of clay-related events throughout the week. Click here to read about which one you might like!

Other festivals and shopping

• Albuquerque Grecian Festival
  • This festival runs from October 4 to 6. Click here to read about it!
• Albuquerque American Indian Arts Festival
  • This festival is on October 5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s hosted at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center.
• Albuquerque Fall Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show
  • This event runs from October 4 to 6 at EXPO New Mexico. Click here for details.
• Albuquerque Wine Tour | Details here
• Belen Wine Tour | Details here
• Los Ranchos Art Market reoccurs on Saturdays and runs from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Downtown Growers’ Market takes place every Saturday until late fall. It’s held at Robinson Park.
• San Felipe de Neri Arts & Crafts Fall Fiesta is on October 12 and 13.
  • It takes place at 2005 North Plaza NW (Albuquerque, NM). To see the event on Facebook, click here.
• Isleta Pueblo Farmers Market
  • This event is at Isleta Resort & Casino. It’s on October 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Festival has two event sessions.
  • One runs from October 4 to 6. The other runs from October 11 to 13. It’s being held at Sandia Resort & Casino.
• ABQ Headbangers Market is on Saturday, October 12. | See the Facebook event by clicking here.
• The Harvest Festival at the Botanic Garden is happening on Saturday and Sunday (October 5 and 6). For ticket information, visit this website.

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