The 50th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® begins Oct. 1! To celebrate five decades of beautiful balloons, Visit Albuquerque launched The ABQ Passport: Your Passport to Albuquerque’s Neighborhoods. Check in at one or more locations in five different neighborhoods between now and Oct. 15 for a chance to win an Albuquerque prize pack. Sign up now to receive your ABQ Passport and start exploring!

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Albuquerque

Hispanic Heritage Month is happening now until Oct. 15. Celebrate the traditions and heritage of Albuquerque’s Hispanic community with activities that showcase the historic and modern Hispanic, Latin American and Mexican culture throughout the city.

CELEBRATE TODAY

The Sights, Sounds and Scents of Albuquerque in the Fall

Fall is a wonderful time to experience all Albuquerque has to offer. From the smell of freshly roasting green chile to colorful hot air balloons dotting the sky, now is the time to enjoy unique autumn traditions in Albuquerque you won’t find anywhere else.

EXPERIENCE AUTUMN

Leaf Peeping in Albuquerque

There are plenty of places to find autumn beauty in and around Albuquerque. As the leaves change, Albuquerque is transformed into a kaleidoscope of fall colors. Find the best spots around the city to see some beautiful leaves.

SPOT SOME LEAVES

Balloon Skylines, Good Eats and Philanthropy

The Balloon Museum Foundation presents picturesque opportunities to enjoy the views of Balloon Fiesta above the crowds at the Balloon Museum. Join us on the Observation Deck.

The Observation Deck VIP Package includes cocktails, dining, music, VIP parking, field access and more. Tickets will sell out!

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Frida Kahlo, The Immersive Biography

Now - Oct. 30

DISCOVER AN ICON

McCall’s Pumpkin Patch

Now - Oct. 30

PICK THE PERFECT PUMPKIN

Red Chile Ristra Workshop

Now - Oct. 30

MAKE A RISTRA

Grecian Festival

Sept. 30 - Oct. 2

GREEK OUT

Albuquerque American Indian Arts Festival

Oct. 1

BUY AUTHENTIC ART

Big 5 Sporting Goods Duke City Marathon

Oct. 16

READY, SET, GO

Day of the Tread

Oct. 23

GRAB YOUR BIKE

Ghouls on Parade: Halloween Festival & Parade

Oct. 29

GET DRESSED UP

Vadoween

Oct. 30

FIND TRICKS AND TREATS