Bands of Enchantment Live events + Music Festival Sept 16th-19th

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Bands of Enchantment: Night Two

The Emmy Award-winning Bands of Enchantment returns to Albuquerque for its biggest season yet! Join us September 16–18 at the historic KiMo Theatre for three unforgettable nights of live concerts and television filming featuring award-winning artists from around the world alongside New Mexico’s best. Then, on Saturday, September 19, Central Avenue transforms into the free BOE Music Festival with two outdoor stages, 5+ downtown venues activated with live music, 40+ bands, local vendors, classic cars, family activities, and the live filming of the Season 6 finale. 4 to 11 pm.

Visit Bands of Enchantment, for more information. Stream the show here, and catch the vibe here.

Cure for Paranoia 

Cure for Paranoia brings fearless lyricism, explosive live energy, and a genre-bending sound to BOE. Led by Dallas visionary Cameron McCloud, the acclaimed collective fuses hip-hop, soul, funk, jazz, and rock into an unforgettable live experience. Fresh off winning NPR Music's 2026 Tiny Desk Contest, Cure for Paranoia delivers music that's as uplifting as it is thought-provoking—proving why they're one of the most exciting live acts in America today.

Visit Cure for Paranoia to learn more.

Emi Grace 

Emi Grace brings explosive guitar work, fearless rock energy, and genre-bending creativity to BOE. The pioneer of the viral series "Trashy Tone Thursday," she has built a devoted following by fusing rock with mind-bending electric guitar to create a sound that's entirely her own. Fresh off performances at Lollapalooza Chicago and All Points East London, a feature in Guitar World Magazine, and a recent signing to ARRO, the label founded by Twenty One Pilots, Emi delivers a high-voltage performance packed with soaring vocals, head-banging riffs, and enough surprises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Visit Emi Grace for more information. 

CLARQ

CLARQ brings smooth Alternative R&B, soulful vocals, and fearless authenticity to BOE. Hailing from Albuquerque, Danni Golden has become one of New Mexico's most celebrated emerging artists, earning NM Entertain's Best R&B Artist of the Year and opening for acclaimed acts like Macy Gray and Tank and the Bangas. Blending soul, hip-hop, and deeply personal storytelling, CLARQ delivers an unforgettable performance that showcases the depth and diversity of Albuquerque's thriving music scene.

Visit CLARQ for more information.

Night Two - Free General Admission: This is a free event. Reservations are encouraged.

Doors at 6 pm. Show starts at 7 pm. 

^{No refunds on event tickets unless otherwise stated. Exchanges based on availability.}

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Parking

Paid parking lots and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Please be sure to follow all parking laws. For more information, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/municipaldevelopment/residents/parking/map

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