# Best Festivals Events in Albuquerque

- **Subtitle**: From Route 66 throwdowns to food truck blowouts, this is how the city actually does festivals
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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## About

Festivals in Albuquerque do not really do subtle. The city leans hard into its obsessions, so the best festivals in Albuquerque feel very specific in the best way. You get classic Route 66 nostalgia, desert gearheads, plant nerds hauling home half a greenhouse, and food truck devotees who can identify a brewery tap list from two blocks away.

The Route 66: Roads & Rails Transportation Festival is the one you go to first if you want the full local time warp. It taps into the highway mythology Albuquerque grew up on, with trains, cars, and rail history that attracts families, railfans, and old school locals who remember when Central felt like the center of the universe. When NM Motorfest 2026 Celebrating 100 Years of Route 66 rolls in, the crowd shifts a bit: more chrome, more cameras, more people who treat their car like a personality trait. Both usually orbit Expo New Mexico or similar big open spaces, which means plenty of room to roam and plenty of opportunities to eavesdrop on people arguing about engines.

On the softer side of festivals events in Albuquerque, the Spring Festival and Plant Sale is exactly the kind of thing locals quietly hoard on their calendars. It is low key, dirt under the fingernails, and full of people who absolutely do not need another succulent and will still leave with four. Over around Downtown and spots like 1100 2nd St SW, Earth Day Festival NM 2026 brings out the eco crowd: artists, activists, families with wagon strollers, and the people who actually read every sign at an info booth. It is more community fair than corporate greenwashing, which is why people stick around instead of grabbing a free tote and bailing.

Then there is the 11th Great New Mexico Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival, which is basically a roll call of who is feeding the city right now. If you are serious about food, this one is not optional. Lines are long, opinions are louder, and hopheads treat the craft beverage side like a tasting exam. Sandia Spring Roll 2026 pulls in a similar energy from a different angle, leaning into street food and rollable snacks that keep your hands busy while you wander. These festivals events in Albuquerque tend to hit around Expo New Mexico or central corridors, so you get that classic festival sprawl: picnic tables, random live sets, and at least one person trying to balance three sampler flights at once.

For people who live for this stuff, here are the festivals in Albuquerque to keep on your radar:

- Route 66: Roads & Rails Transportation Festival
- Spring Festival and Plant Sale
- NM Motorfest 2026 Celebrating 100 Years of Route 66
- Earth Day Festival NM 2026
- 11th Great New Mexico Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival
- Sandia Spring Roll 2026

## Festivals Events in Albuquerque

- **Event Name**: 2026 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - Evening Session at Balloon Fiesta Park
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  - **Date**: Tue Oct 06 2026 at 03:00 pm – Tue Oct 06 2026 at 05:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/2026-albuquerque-international-balloon-fiesta-evening-session-at-balloon-fiesta-park/2400030019390618
  - **Venue**: Balloon Fiesta Park
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- **Event Name**: RÜFÜS DU SOL NORTH AMERICA 2026
  - **Description**: RÜFÜS DU SOL is continuing their partnership with Notes for Notes on their North America Tour 2026 by donating $0.50 USD per ticket sold, to help fund a project opening a music studio that will be free and accessible to youth. For more information, see ww
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  - **Date**: Thu Aug 20 2026 at 07:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/rÜfÜs-du-sol-north-america-2026/200030149160423
  - **Venue**: Isleta Amphitheater
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: *SOLD OUT* Obon Festival
  - **Description**: *UPDATE: this event has sold out!* The annual Obon Festival is back! Join the ABQ BioPark and Albuquerque Sister Cities Foundation for a night of Japanese arts and culture at the Botanic Garden. Observe traditional tea ceremony, Taiko drumming, bonsai, Ik
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  - **Date**: Fri Aug 14 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri Aug 14 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/sold-out-obon-festival/200030403882017
  - **Venue**: 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104-1615, United States
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- **Event Name**: PRCA Xtreme Bulls
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Tingley Coliseum - New Mexico State Fair
🏠 Address: 300 San Pedro Drive Northeast, Albuquerque, NM 87108
🌆 City: Albuquerque
📍 Location: 35.0823, -106.573🎉 Welcome to PRCA Xtreme Bulls, where dreams come alive and possibilities
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  - **Date**: Wed Sep 16 2026 at 03:30 am – Sun Sep 20 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/prca-xtreme-bulls/3200029988681047
  - **Venue**: Tingley Coliseum - New Mexico State Fair
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- **Event Name**: Red of Green Day at the Rail Yards Market
  - **Description**: “Red or Green?” 🌶️

The official New Mexico icebreaker, with serious consequences. 🫣

There are people who answer right away. Some who say “Christmas!” 🎄And everybody's grandma’s recipe is way spicier than yours no matter what.

Some things just feel like
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  - **Date**: Sun Aug 30 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Aug 30 2026 at 02:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/red-of-green-day-at-the-rail-yards-market/200030177377604
  - **Venue**: 777 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States, New Mexico 87102
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- **Event Name**: Duke City Foodie Fest 4
  - **Description**: Duke City Foodie Fest, 4th Annual! 

Hosted Exclusively by Delectable Baking co. 

Join us for our 4th annual Foodie fest! 

Everyone’s favorite Local food trucks, vendors, music, kids activities and more! 

April 25 & 26, 11am to 6pm each day. 

Vend
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/duke-city-foodie-fest-4/200029237204846
  - **Venue**: Cliffs Amusment Park, Albuquerue NM
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- **Event Name**: Multicultural Day at the Rail Yards Market
  - **Description**: Bring your appetite and sunscreen, Sunday, September 6 is Multicultural Day at the Rail Yards Market! 🎉 

Different languages. Different recipes. Different music, memories, and ways of doing things all find each other here in Burque. So much of our life i
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  - **Date**: Sun Sep 06 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Sep 06 2026 at 02:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/multicultural-day-at-the-rail-yards-market/200030238105807
  - **Venue**: 777 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States, New Mexico 87102
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- **Event Name**: 2027 Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest, 17th Annual
  - **Description**: The world's largest festival dedicated to chocolate, coffee, and gourmet foods. April 3 & 4. 10am - 5pm daily.

Featuring a massive indoor sweet showroom at Expo NM in Albuquerque, New Mexico with over 200 vendors of chocolates, coffees, candies, cake
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 03 2027 at 10:00 am – Sun Apr 04 2027 at 05:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/2027-southwest-chocolate-and-coffee-fest-17th-annual/200030078505939
  - **Venue**: Expo New Mexico
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- **Event Name**: In Rhythm Festival:  Saturday Night Theme:  La Tropical with Dj Walt Digz from San Francisco
  - **Description**: In Rhythm Festival Saturday Night Party with San Francisco's Dj Walt Digz.  

more info coming:

n Rhythm Fest 2026: A New Mexico Community Event
Friday, Saturday & Sunday
August 28 – 30, 2026
10:00 am to 11:00 pm

NHCC Campus, Fusion, and Albuquerque
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 29 2026 at 09:00 pm – Sun Aug 30 2026 at 12:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/in-rhythm-festival-saturday-night-theme-la-tropical-with-dj-walt-digz-from-san-francisco/200030447406817
  - **Venue**: FUSION ABQ
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- **Event Name**: AKI MATSURI 2026 | Japanese Fall Festival
  - **Description**: Celebrate AKI MATSURI the annual Japanese Fall Festival presented by NMJACL on Sunday, September 27th 2026!

The full day family-friendly event features Japanese cultural exhibits, vendor fair, musical demonstrations, Japanese art, martial arts, Cosplay c
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  - **Date**: Sun Sep 27 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Sep 27 2026 at 05:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/aki-matsuri-2026-japanese-fall-festival/200030218211445
  - **Venue**: EXPO NM Home of the New Mexico State Fair
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- **Event Name**: Albuquerque Running Fiesta
  - **Description**: Albuquerque Running Fiesta

We’re back, Albuquerque! 
The 2nd Annual Albuquerque Running Fiesta returns Nov 1, 2026; bigger, louder, and faster than ever!

Run the Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, or Kids Mile - all on a certified course with premium medals,
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  - **Date**: Sun Nov 01 2026 at 07:00 am (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/albuquerque-running-fiesta/200029247464927
  - **Venue**: Downtown Albuquerque
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- **Event Name**: Buses and Balloons 2026
  - **Description**: Buses and Balloons 2026. 
Hello all, please  join us for one of the most unique VW campouts in the world. 
Buses and Balloons is a VW campout held during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, where hundreds of hot air balloons fill the sky directl
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  - **Date**: Thu Oct 08 2026 at 07:00 am – Sun Oct 11 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/buses-and-balloons-2026/200030305731100
  - **Venue**: 8536 Alameda Park Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
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- **Event Name**: Albuquerque Sky Lantern Festival by Light The Night
  - **Description**: Welcome to Light The Night, a mesmerizing sky lantern festival that will ignite your senses and light up the night sky like never before. Our festival is a celebration of Joy, Hope, and Togetherness, where people from all walks of life come together to cr
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  - **Date**: Sat Aug 22 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Aug 22 2026 at 08:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/albuquerque-sky-lantern-festival-by-light-the-night/200029685468520
  - **Venue**: Albuquerque New Mexico USA
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  - **Categories**: festivals, mid-autumn-festivals, music, live-music, art, fine-arts, trips-adventures, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Turnpike Troubadours at New Mexico State Fair
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    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Sep 11 2026 at 11:59 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/turnpike-troubadours-at-new-mexico-state-fair/2400029694152838
  - **Venue**: New Mexico State Fair
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- **Event Name**: New Mexico State Fair - Ian Munsick at Tingley Coliseum
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/new-mexico-state-fair-ian-munsick-at-tingley-coliseum/2400030025161714
  - **Venue**: Tingley Coliseum
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, contests

## Trending Events in Albuquerque

- **Event Name**: NMHBA 2026 Holiday Fundraiser
  - **Description**: An enormous thank you to all of our sponsors!Since its founding in 1978 the NMHBA has been comprised of volunteer attorneys committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession through the support of Hispanic l
  - **Venue**: Damacios Bar & Tapas
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- **Event Name**: Albuquerque LOVE Scavenger Hunt for Couples Date Night!
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- **Event Name**: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - Morning Session at Balloon Fiesta Park
  - **Venue**: Balloon Fiesta Park
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- **Event Name**: Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - Evening Session at Balloon Fiesta Park
  - **Venue**: Balloon Fiesta Park
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - Evening Session at Balloon Fiesta Park
  - **Venue**: Balloon Fiesta Park
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- **Event Name**: Motley Crue & Tesla
  - **Venue**: Isleta Amphitheater
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- **Event Name**: Ne-Yo & Akon
  - **Venue**: First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater
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- **Event Name**: John Legend
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Sandia Casino Amphitheater
🏠 Address: 30 Rainbow Rd, Albuquerque, NM 87113
🌆 City: Albuquerque
📍 Location: 35.2075, -106.568✨ Discover the extraordinary at John Legend, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️
  - **Venue**: Sandia Casino Amphitheater
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- **Event Name**: Tori Amos
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Popejoy Hall
🏠 Address: 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131
🌆 City: Albuquerque
📍 Location: 35.0861, -106.621✨ Discover the extraordinary at Tori Amos, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Se
  - **Venue**: Popejoy Hall
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Albuquerque?
  - **A:** 2026 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - Evening Session at Balloon Fiesta Park (Tue Oct 06 2026 at 03:00 pm at Balloon Fiesta Park), RÜFÜS DU SOL NORTH AMERICA 2026 (Thu Aug 20 2026 at 07:30 pm at Isleta Amphitheater), *SOLD OUT* Obon Festival (Fri Aug 14 2026 at 06:30 pm at 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104-1615, United States), PRCA Xtreme Bulls (Wed Sep 16 2026 at 03:30 am at Tingley Coliseum - New Mexico State Fair), Red of Green Day at the Rail Yards Market (Sun Aug 30 2026 at 10:00 am at 777 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States, New Mexico 87102).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Albuquerque this weekend August 14–16, 2026?
  - **A:** *SOLD OUT* Obon Festival (Fri Aug 14 2026 at 06:30 pm at 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104-1615, United States).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Albuquerque in August 2026?
  - **A:** RÜFÜS DU SOL NORTH AMERICA 2026 (Thu Aug 20 2026 at 07:30 pm at Isleta Amphitheater), *SOLD OUT* Obon Festival (Fri Aug 14 2026 at 06:30 pm at 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104-1615, United States), Red of Green Day at the Rail Yards Market (Sun Aug 30 2026 at 10:00 am at 777 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM, United States, New Mexico 87102), In Rhythm Festival:  Saturday Night Theme:  La Tropical with Dj Walt Digz from San Francisco (Sat Aug 29 2026 at 09:00 pm at FUSION ABQ), Albuquerque Sky Lantern Festival by Light The Night (Sat Aug 22 2026 at 04:00 pm at Albuquerque New Mexico USA).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Albuquerque?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Albuquerque on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Albuquerque?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Albuquerque?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Albuquerque include Balloon Fiesta Park, Isleta Amphitheater, 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104-1615, United States.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Albuquerque?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Albuquerque include Vivid Events, Live Nation Albuquerque, ABQ BioPark.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Albuquerque?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Albuquerque.

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