Fall is a busy time in Albuquerque. From hot air balloons and pumpkins to music and art, there are many festivals to celebrate the season and the unique culture of Albuquerque. For more events, visit the ABQ365 events calendar.
New Mexico Prickly Pear Festival
Date: Sept. 18-19, 2026
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The New Mexico Prickly Pear Festival celebrates all things prickly pear with food, music, arts and crafts, cooking demonstrations, workshops and more.
Bands of Enchantment Music Festival
Date: Sept. 19, 2026
The Bands of Enchantment music festival is a day-long event that will include live music, a car show, food trucks and immersive art.
SOMOS Albuquerque
Date: Sept. 19, 2026
Music, creativity and culture collide at SOMOS Albuquerque. Explore large-scale art installations, interactive experiences and exciting live music.
Fiesta Flamenca Burquena
Date: Sept. 26-27, 2026
Fiesta Flamenca Burqueña is a free outdoor family-friendly festival bringing the world of flamenco to you! Enjoy the art form alongside food trucks and other activities.
Albuquerque Folk Festival
Date: Sept. 26, 2026
The Albuquerque Folk Festival offers over 100 events including performances, workshops, sing-alongs and more.
Aki Matsuri
Date: Sept. 27, 2026
Celebrate Aki Matsuri, an annual Japanese fall festival. Enjoy Japanese musical demonstrations, Japanese art, food, exhibits and more.
Albuquerque Fall Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show
Date: Oct. 2-4, 2026
More than 70 dealers will be selling gemstones, minerals, jewelry, beads, fossils and more at the Albuquerque Fall Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show. Entry is free.
Grecian Festival
Date: Oct. 2-4, 2026
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Don’t miss the Grecian Festival for a cultural celebration of the city’s vibrant Greek community, featuring authentic Greek food, dancing, music, gifts and more.
Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Festival
Date: Oct. 2-4 and Oct. 9-11, 2026
Explore art from 200 fine artists from across the country at the Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Festival. Enjoy live music and performances as well as local food and drink.
ABQ Zine Fest
Date: Oct. 3, 2026
ABQ Zine Fest celebrates all things zines. Come be in community with local creatives.
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®
Date: Oct. 3-11, 2026
Don’t miss the largest hot air balloon festival, the ExxonMobil Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®. More than 600 balloons will lift off and paint the Albuquerque skies a rainbow of color. It’s an event you won’t want to miss.
Harvest Festival
Date: Oct. 3-4, 2026
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The most fantastic festival to celebrate fall takes place at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. The Harvest Festival features live music, festival treats, local brews and gorgeous sights.
Albuquerque American Indian Arts Festival
Date: Oct. 4, 2026
Stop by the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center to participate in the American Indian Arts Festival. This art show features all Native American art during Balloon Fiesta. You’ll be able to talk and shop directly from Native artists.
Way OUT West Film Fest
Date: Oct. 9-18, 2026
The Way OUT West Film Fest highlights LGBTQ+ films. The stories depicted highlight current struggles and the resilience of the LGBTQ+ community.
ABQ Bruja Fest
Date: Oct. 10-11, 2026
Spend a magical day immersed in all things witchy and mystical at the ABQ Bruja Fest. Shop from vendors, participate in workshops and watch performances featuring local music, dance and more.
ABQ Fermentation & Fungi Festival
Date: Oct. 11, 2026
Enjoy everything fermentation and fungi at the ABQ Fermentation & Fungi Festival. Shop from fungi producers, drink bubbly fermented beverages and cheer on the competitors at the Battle of the Breads competition.
