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Albuquerque Events and Albuquerque Festivals
(Albuquerque, New Mexico - NM, USA)



Albuquerque's social diary is packed with events and festivals that reflect the city's pride in its history and ethnic diversity. The city holds lively annual events celebrating Albuquerque's international influences in the areas of food, music and art.

Artisans and craftsmen showcase local art throughout the year at the many arts-based events, while there are also several sporting festivals held in the city's magnificent countryside and an enormous balloon fiesta every October. Below are Albuquerque's main annual events, festivals and things to do.




Albuquerque National Public Holidays - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• 1st January - New Year's Day
• Third Monday in January - Martin Luther King Day
• 12th February - Lincoln's Birthday
• Third Monday in February - Washington's Birthday
• Last Monday in May - Memorial Day
• 4th July - Independence Day
• First Monday in September - Labor Day
• Second Monday in October - Columbus Day
• 11th November - Veterans Day
• 4th Thursday in November - Thanksgiving
• 25th December - Christmas Day

Albuquerque Calendar of Festivals and Events - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA


Albuquerque Events and Festivals in January - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• Winter Wine Festival - mid-January, celebrating local wine and food
• ¡Magnifico! Albuquerque Festival of the Arts - this visual and performing arts festival is held throughout the year

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in February - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• Candelaria Day Celebration - early February, celebrates traditional dance
• Just Desserts Eat and Ski - late February, cross-country skiers enjoy food prepared by local chefs

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in March - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• National Fiery Foods/Barbecue Show - early March, celebration of local fiery food
• Rio Grande Arts and Crafts Festival - mid-March, artists from around the country gather at the State Fairgrounds in Albuquerque

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in April - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• American Indian Week - a cultural festival celebrating American Indian heritage
• Gathering of Nations Powwow - late April, the world's largest gathering of American Indians and a real cultural extravaganza

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in May - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• Cinco de Mayo Fiestas - early May, state-wide celebration of the restoration of the Mexican Republic from French occupation
• Taos Spring Arts Festival - held throughout Taos and Taos country, this festival of the arts organizes gallery openings and more

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in June - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• New Mexico Arts and Crafts Fair - late June, showcasing works from over 200 New Mexican artists. Held at the State Fairgrounds
• St. Anthony Feast Day - mid-June, festivities in the pueblos
• Summerfest - Saturday evenings in June, celebrations of cultural diversity featuring food, entertainment, arts and crafts and more
• Pride Weekend Festival - mid-June, major gay pride event in Albuquerque

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in July - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• Eight Northern Pueblos Artist and Craftsman Show - late July, over 600 Native American artists exhibit their work at the eight northern pueblos

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in August - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• The Indian Market - late August, held in Santa Fe, this is the largest all-Native American market in the country

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in September - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• New Mexico Wine Festival at Bernalillo - Labor Day weekend, wine tastings and entertainment
• New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo - early September, featuring horseback racing, a rodeo, entertainment by top country artists, livestock shows and more
• Go! Downtown Arts Festival - late September, Albuquerque's fine arts festival celebrates performing, literary and visual arts

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in October - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• Rio Grande Arts and Crafts Festival - early to mid-October, featuring artists and craftspeople from around the country
• Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - mid-October, Albuquerque is famous as the host of the world's largest balloon rally. This festival showcases more than 750 beautiful balloons and includes races and contests

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in November - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• Weems Artfest - early November, arts and crafts fair held at the State Fairgrounds in Albuquerque

Albuquerque Events and Festivals in December - Albuquerque, New Mexico (NM), USA

• Luminaria Tour - December 24th, a cherished Albuquerque tradition where thousands of brown bags are weighted with sand and illuminated with candles

 
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