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.
Bands of Enchantment Music Festival
Date: Sept. 20, 2025
The Bands of Enchantment music festival is a day-long event that will include live music, a car show, food trucks and immersive art. The headliner is Grammy-winning hip hop group Arrested Development.
¡Globalquerque!
Date: Sept. 20, 2025
Explore music from around the world at ¡Globalquerque! Musicians from countries all across the globe will be performing alongside educational workshops and other activities.
New Mexico Prickly Pear Festival
Date: Sept. 26-27, 2025
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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.
Morgue & Krypt Horror Fest
Date: Sept. 26-28, 2025
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Horror fans won't want to miss the Morgue & Krypt Horror Fest. Experience a weekend of non-stop horror with vendors, celebrity guests, panels, parties, film screenings and more.
Fiesta Flamenca Burquena
Date: Sept. 27, 2025
Fiesta Flamenca Burquena is a free outdoor family-friendly festival bringing the world of flamenco to you! Enjoy the art form alongside food trucks and a car show.
Aki Matsuri
Date: Sept. 28, 2025
Celebrate Aki Matsuri, an annual Japanese fall festival. Enjoy Japanese musical demonstrations, Japanese art, food, exhibits and more.
Albuquerque Folk Festival
Date: Sept. 28, 2025
The Albuquerque Folk Festival offers over 100 events including performance venues, workshop venues, a free instrument check area and more.
Albuquerque American Indian Arts Festival
Date: Oct. 4-5, 2025
Stop by the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center to participate in the Albuquerque 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.
Albuquerque Fall Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show
Date: Oct. 3-5, 2025
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. 3-5, 2025
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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. 3-5 and Oct. 10-12, 2025
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.
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®
Date: Oct. 4-12, 2025
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. 4-5, 2025
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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.
ABQ Bruja Fest
Date: Oct. 11-12, 2025
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.
