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.
