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City of Albuquerque Events

The following is a listing of government events sponsored on by the City of Albuquerque.

Bosque Adventure Hike!

Sep 19, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us for a free, family-friendly hike and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors together!

Fall Centennial Concert Series

Sep 19, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 04:00 PM — Route 66 Visitor Center —

Presented by New Mexico Music Hall of Fame

Immersive Opera

Sep 19, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Included with Museum admission

Celebrate culture, community, and creativity at the OSVC Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration!

Sep 19, 2026 from 04:00 PM to 08:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us for a FREE vibrant, family-friendly event honoring the rich traditions, art, music, and stories of Hispanic and Latinx communities. Enjoy live performances, hands-on cultural activities, traditional crafts, and local cuisine that highlight the diversity and heritage of our community.

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

Sep 19, 2026 from 04:00 PM to 11:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Elkhorn Media and the City of Albuquerque

Foothills Wild Guided Hike

Sep 20, 2026 from 08:30 AM to 10:30 AM — Elena Gallegos | Cottonwood Spring Trailhead —

Come learn about the local flora and fauna in the Sandia Mountains.

Stories and Music in the Sky - Leap into Literacy

Sep 23, 2026 from 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

Join us for Stories and Music in the Sky, a presentation of award-winning early childhood education programming featuring stories, music, movement, and art produced by the Albuquerque Balloon Museum. There are different themes held every week for children up to 6 years old.

Stories and Music in the Sky - Leap into Literacy

Sep 23, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

Fiesta Fanatics Cleanup Event

Sep 26, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

The Solid Waste Management Department and Keep Albuquerque Beautiful invite you to get a jump start on the 54th annual International Balloon Fiesta with a cleanup event at Balloon Fiesta Park and in communities citywide.

Sharing Our Open Spaces and Trails

Sep 26, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM — Elena Gallegos Open Space hosted at the double shelter —

Join the Open Space Division to explore Leave No Trace principles, trail etiquette, wilderness safety, fire awareness, and responsible e-bike use in Albuquerque's Open Space areas.