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City of Albuquerque Events

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



Virtual Reality (VR) Balloon Experience

Virtual Reality (VR) Balloon Experience

Oct 02, 2026 from 07:00 AM to 05:00 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.
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Daily Docent-Led Museum Tours (Morning Sessions)

Daily Docent-Led Museum Tours (Morning Sessions)

Oct 02, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM — 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.
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The Balloonists (Film)

The Balloonists (Film)

Oct 02, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 02:30 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.
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Daily Docent-Led Museum Tours (Afternoon Sessions)

Daily Docent-Led Museum Tours (Afternoon Sessions)

Oct 02, 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.
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The Balloonists (Film)

The Balloonists (Film)

Oct 02, 2026 from 03:00 PM to 04:30 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.
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Mimbres Reimagined: Then and Now!

Mimbres Reimagined: Then and Now!

Oct 02, 2026 05:00 PM to Nov 14, 2026 04:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —
Step into the world of the Mimbres through the contemporary artwork of Albuquerque artist Bill Howden.
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New Mexico Free Day at the Balloon Museum

New Mexico Free Day at the Balloon Museum

Oct 05, 2026 from 07:00 AM to 05:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —
Join us at the Balloon Museum for free! (Offer limited to NM residents.) Out of state guests are welcome with the purchase of a regular admission ticket.
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Harvest Moon Walk

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
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Transit Advisory Board Meeting (TAB)

Transit Advisory Board Meeting (TAB)

Oct 08, 2026 from 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM — Alvarado Transportation Center (Mercer Conference Room, 2nd floor) —
Engage with ABQ RIDE by providing input and feedback to help shape public transit in Albuquerque.
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STEAM Night: Joy of Ballooning

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!
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