Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with fun events happening Memorial Day Weekend! Sip hand-crafted wines from local wineries across the state at the New Mexico Wine Festival, or get outdoors and explore the many trails and hikes around the city. Albuquerque has something for everyone Memorial Day Weekend.

FIND YOUR FUN

Patios to Dine and Drink at This Summer

What do warmer temperatures, sunny days and your favorite beer have in common? The perfect patio dining and drinking atmosphere. Check out just a few of the places around Albuquerque that showcase the city’s beautiful weather and delicious food and drink on an outdoor patio.

INDULGE OUTDOORS

Celebrate Outdoor Market Season

As the weather warms up, farmers markets are sprouting across Albuquerque. Experience everything from a family-friendly growers market with local produce to a market focused on hand-crafted art, jewelry and gifts. Each market offers a unique experience for the whole family.

GET FRESH

Experience Flamenco in Albuquerque

Get ready to feel the rhythm and soul of Spain right here in the heart of New Mexico. Festival Flamenco Alburquerque is a heart-pounding, floor-shaking celebration of art, culture and tradition. This nine-day event showcases the beauty of flamenco dance with performances, workshops and more from June 20-28.

FEEL THE RHYTHM

Get Your Kicks with our Route 66 Centennial Newsletter

The 100th anniversary of Route 66 is in 2026, and you’re invited to be part of the celebration. Sign up for the new Route 66 Centennial newsletter to stay in the know about events, insider updates and endless things to do on Route 66 in Albuquerque. From public art projects and interactive experiences to exciting events and little-known Mother Road facts, don’t miss a mile of the excitement.

HIT THE ROAD

New Mexico Wine Festival
May 24-26
SIP AND SAVOR »

Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony
May 26
HONOR MEMORIAL DAY »

Albuquerque PrideFest
June 7
SHOW YOUR PRIDE »

New Mexico Shakespeare Festival
June 8-July 6
PLAY ON »

Heights Summerfest
June 14
PARTY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD »

Pride in Old Town
June 14
CELEBRATE PRIDE »

Taco Fest
June 21
PARTY ON »

ABQ Flamenco Festival
June 22-29
BE MOVED »

Summertime in Old Town
Through July 26
BRING THE FAMILY »

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