Autumn is in full swing in Albuquerque, with Halloween just around the corner. Whether you want to enjoy fun Halloween events with your family or challenge yourself in a race to the finish line, there are plenty of events to choose from in Albuquerque in October. For events happening during Balloon Fiesta, check out this list, and for more events, visit our events calendar.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration

2023 Avanyu Nights event at Avanyu Plaza.

Photo Credit: Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

Oct. 14 at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and Avanyu Plaza

Join a celebration of the culture and resilience of the Pueblo people and Indigenous people across the country with cultural dancers and special speakers. Stop by Avanyu Plaza across the street in the evening, where the celebration continues with live music and food.

ABQ Fermentation and Fungi Fest

Rows of pickled vegetables sit on shelves at the Fermentation and Fungi Fest.

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Oct. 20 at FUSION Arts

Learn all about fermentation and fungi at this one-of-a-kind festival. Talk to New Mexico food producers, chefs, farmers, educators, creatives and more.

Duke City Marathon

Participants celebrate as they cross the finish line of the 2023 Duke City Marathon.

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Oct. 20 at Civic Plaza

Take part in a marathon that’s been happening for 40 years. Run on the scenic course along the Paseo del Bosque trail and qualify for the Boston Marathon.

Dia de los Muertos in Old Town

Plaza Don Luis in Old Town is decorated for Dia de los Muertos

Oct. 25-Nov. 3 in Old Town

Honor Dia de los Muertos in Old Town with movies, a parade, a candlelight procession, a community ofrenda and more.

Dark Red Film Festival

Logo for the 2024 Dark Red Film Festival

Oct. 25-27 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center and The Guild

The Dark Red Film Festival is a captivating showcase of short and feature horror films from both local talents and international filmmakers.

Boo at the Zoo

Logo for the 2024 Boo at the Zoo event on Oct. 26 at the ABQ BioPark Zoo.

Oct. 26 at the ABQ BioPark Zoo

Visit the ABQ BioPark Zoo as it transforms into a Halloween bash! Show up in your Halloween best and enjoy special activities and treats.

Day of the Tread

Day of the Tread

Oct. 26-27 at Various Locations

Grab your bike for this Day of the Dead- and Halloween-themed bicycling event. There are events for all ages and skill levels.

Ghouls on Parade: Halloween Festival and Parade

Ghouls on Parade event.

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Oct. 26 at Morningside Park

Come enjoy a joint festival and parade in Nob Hill! Celebrate Halloween at the kiddie carnival corner before marching down the street with others in costume.

Halloween Pub Crawl-oween

Logo for the Duke City Pedaler Pub Crawl-oween

Oct. 26 at Old Town Emporium

Hop aboard the Duke City Pedaler and make your way to local pubs, breweries and bars on a special spook-tacular pub crawl. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Sugar Skull Fun Run

Logo for the 2024 Sugar Skull Fun Run.

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Oct. 27 along the Bosque

Dress up in your Dia de los Muertos attire for the Sugar Skull Fun Run. This event includes a 5K and one-mile strut and stroll.