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Arts & Culture Events

Old Town Walking Tours

Oct 08, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —
Explore the historic Old Town neighborhood on foot with an informative guide who will provide insight into the people and places that shaped the community. Weather Permitting.

Sculpture Garden Tours

Oct 07, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —
Enjoy a pleasant stroll through our sculpture garden with a friendly guide who will share the stories about the artists and their works. Weather permitting.

Free First Wednesday

Oct 07, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —
General admission to Albuquerque Museum is free on the First Wednesday of the month.

Virtual Reality (VR) Balloon Experience

Oct 06, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —
Let your imagination lift off! Experience our virtual reality balloon rides every day throughout Balloon Fiesta® week! This activity is included with a general admission ticket to the Balloon Museum.

Daily Docent-Led Museum Tours (Morning Sessions)

Oct 06, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —
Daily public group tours of the Balloon Museum will be led by our team of docents during Balloon Fiesta® week. Two sessions are offered each day. This activity is included with general admission to the Balloon Museum.

The Balloonists (Film)

Oct 06, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —
Please note this schedule is the same every day except Monday, October 5 as the theater will be closed after the morning lecture. All programming in the Anderson Family Theater is included with the price of admission to the Museum. Seating is limited so please be physically present in the theater to grab your spot early.

Family Art Workshops

Oct 17, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 02:30 PM — Albuquerque Museum —
Stop by the Albuquerque Museum School during your visit to make an art project. We welcome families to the Museum with opportunities to get creative together.

Daily Docent-Led Museum Tours (Afternoon Sessions)

Oct 06, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —
Daily public group tours of the Balloon Museum will be led by our team of docents during Balloon Fiesta® week. Two sessions are offered each day at 10 am and 2 pm This activity is included with general admission to the Balloon Museum.

The Balloonists (Film)

Oct 06, 2026 from 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —
Please note this schedule is the same every day except Monday, October 5 as the theater will be closed after the morning lecture. All programming in the Anderson Family Theater is included with the price of admission to the Museum. Seating is limited so please be physically present in the theater to grab your spot early.

*SOLD OUT* Harvest Moon Walk

Oct 06, 2026 from 05:30 PM to 07:30 PM — ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden at the Heritage Farm —
Explore the Heritage Farm and Cottonwood Gallery while listening to folklore

STEAM Night: Joy of Ballooning

Oct 08, 2026 from 05:30 PM to 07:30 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —
STEAM Night at the Balloon Museum is an evening event of discovery celebrating the science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics behind ballooning. Join us for an evening of fun as we celebrate the Joy of Ballooning!

3rd Annual Clyde Warrior Award Ceremony

Oct 16, 2026 from 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —
Native Professional Advancement Center in collaboration with American Indians for Opportunity (AIO), the Native Leadership Collective, and Albuquerque’s Office of Equity and Inclusion.

E-waste Recycling Event

Oct 17, 2026 from 08:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Tingley Beach (north parking lot) —
Clear out your closets and give wild animals a gift! Recycle your old electronics at the ABQ BioPark

Día Del Rio

Oct 17, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Tingley Beach Train Station —
Help us clean up the Rio Grande Bosque!