# Event Details - **Event Name**: Freedom 4th - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join the City of Albuquerque and bring the family to Balloon Fiesta Park to celebrate America’s 250 years of independence. Enjoy a concert featuring local bands, followed by a headlining performance from WAR, and end the night with a dazzling firework show lighting up the sky. Entertainment Schedule 4 pm – The Kickback Counselors – Country 5:45 pm – Tripple-X Band – Variety 7:30 pm – 4th of July Ceremony 7:45 pm – WAR– Funk/Soul 9:15 pm–Fireworks Event Details Admission & Transportation Freedom 4th is free to the public and is a rain or shine event. Gates open at 3 pm. Getting There By Car Balloon Fiesta Park can be accessed off of the Southbound Frontage Road to Balloon Fiesta Parkway, San Mateo Blvd., or Balloon Museum Drive. Parking is $10. Accessible parking is available in the North Parking Lot from Balloon Fiesta Parkway and the South Parking Lot from Balloon Museum Drive. For closer access to the stage, utilize the North Parking Lot spaces. Park & Ride Two Park & Ride locations will provide free bus service to and from the celebration. On the Westside, the parking area is at the Northwest Transit Center, at 10401 Ellison NW (at Coors Bypass). The Eastside parking location is at Coronado Center (west of Dick’s Sporting Goods on San Pedro, south of Menaul). Bus service to the event will start at 3 pm and end at 7:30 pm. Return trips to the two Park & Ride locations will begin immediately after the conclusion of the fireworks show. The last bus will leave Balloon Fiesta Park at 11 pm. There will be security and signage at each Park and Ride location for wayfinding and safety. Security will conduct bag and cooler checks before boarding ABQ RIDE buses. *Tents and canopies are not allowed on Park & Ride buses. Getting There By Bike Skip traffic on the road, stick to the trails and take advantage of the free Bike Valet provided by Esperanza Bicycle Education Center. Take the North Diversion Channel Trail to the northeast side of the Balloon Museum or take the North Diversion Channel Trail. Look for the big yellow valet signs. Permitted Items: Chairs Service Animals Umbrellas Tents or Canopies* Coolers Strollers *All tents and canopies must be staked down. *Coolers and bags will be searched upon entry. *Tents and canopies are not allowed on Park & Ride busses. Prohibited Items: Alcoholic Beverages Glass Drug Paraphernalia/Weapons BBQ Grills Pets Fireworks No smoking on City Property - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/albuquerque/freedom-4th/200030149153653 - **Event Categories**: fireworks, 4th-of-july-fireworks, music, trips-adventures, entertainment, concerts, fourth-of-july - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 361 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Albuquerque - **state**: NM - **country**: United States - **location**: Balloon Fiesta Park - **lat**: 35.19642238655 - **long**: -106.5953561293 - **full address**: Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Freedom 4th - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/066033491fe142d7131662877c591d2ef21d7c58d3ab7c4ce8e533cf760f5e23-rimg-w851-h360-dc13293e-gmir?v=1782778749 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Freedom 4th being held? - **A:** Freedom 4th takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Freedom 4th? - **A:** Freedom 4th is organized by ABQ Special Events. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at ABQ Special Events's events? - **A:** ABQ Special Events has 111+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. ABQ Special Events has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Freedom 4th is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Albuquerque, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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