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
Oct. 12 at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Join a celebration of the culture and resilience of the Pueblo people and Indigenous people across the country with cultural dancers and special events.
Adult Night: Night at the Museum
Oct. 16 at Explora
Step into a world of eerie experiments and bizarre biology as the museum transforms into a laboratory of strange science and spooky surprises.
New Mexico Goatheads Inaugural Weekend
Oct. 16-18 at Rio Rancho Events Center
See the New Mexico Goatheads hockey team in action for the first time during their inaugural weekend games against the Idaho Steelheads.
Duke City Marathon
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Oct. 18 at Civic Plaza
Take part in a marathon that’s been happening for decades. Run on the scenic course along the Paseo del Bosque trail and qualify for the Boston Marathon.
Boo at the Zoo
Oct. 24 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
Oct. 24-25 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.
Harvest Fest at Winrock
Oct. 24 at Winrock Town Center
Celebrate the harvest at Winrock Town Center with a pumpkin patch, artisan market, petting zoo and more.
Día de los Muertos in Old Town
Oct. 30-Nov. 8 in Old Town
Honor Día de los Muertos in Old Town with a candlelight procession, a community ofrenda, art, music and more.
