Live Entertainment in Old Town Returns During Balloon Fiesta Week

Move to the vibrant rhythms in historic Old Town during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®, as live music fills the fall air daily, October 6-15, from noon to 4 p.m. at the gazebo, where local cultural performances will showcase the incredible talent of Albuquerque the area.

With more than 100 shops, galleries, and eateries, historic Old Town Albuquerque is a charming and picturesque district that transports visitors to the heart of New Mexico's rich cultural heritage. It's a captivating blend of history and Southwestern allure, where centuries-old traditions meet modern-day excitement.

Entertainment Schedule

Friday, October 6

12 p.m. – Mariachi Tenampa – mariachi
2 p.m. – Felix Y Los Gatos – blues/New Mexican

Saturday, October 7

12 p.m. – Picoso – New Mexican
1:15 p.m. – Santero Market Awards
1:30 p.m. – Mariachi Xochitl – mariachi
3 p.m. – Baila! Baila! – Traditional Mexican folk dance

Sunday, October 8

12 p.m. – Mariachi Xochitl – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – Str8 Shot – Spanish/New Mexican
3 p.m. – Ballet Folklorico Fiesta Mexicana – traditional Mexican folk dance

Monday, October 9

12 p.m. – Shelly Morningsong and Fabian – traditional Northern Plains style dancing
1:30 p.m. – Levi Platero – blues
3 p.m. – Shelly Morningsong and Fabian – Traditional Northern Plains Style Dancing

Tuesday, October 10

12 p.m. – Mariachi Tenampa – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – NM Marimba Band – Latin
3 p.m. – National Institute of Flamenco – Flamenco dance

Wednesday, October 11

12 p.m. – Mariachi Tenampa – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – Divino– traditional Latin
3 p.m. – Baila! Baila! – traditional Mexican folk dance

Thursday, October 12

12 p.m. – Mariachi Tenampa – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – Los Domingueros – reggae
3 p.m. – Flamenco Works – flamenco dance

Friday, October 13

12 p.m. – Mariachi Tenampa – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – Picoso – New Mexican
3 p.m. – Baila! Baila! – traditional Mexican folk dance

Saturday, October 14

12 p.m. – National Institute of Flamenco – flamenco dance
1 p.m. – Mariachi Xochitl – mariachi
2:15 p.m. – Felix Y Los Gatos – blues/New Mexican

Sunday, October 15

12 p.m. – Mariachi Xochitl – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – Divino – traditional Latin
3 p.m. – Baila! Baila! – traditional Mexican Folk dance