Get ready for fall with fun events in Albuquerque. In September, experience everything from festivals and filmings to fairs and hockey games. Here's a sampling of what’s happening in Albuquerque in September. For a full list, visit our events calendar.
New Mexico State Fair
Sept. 5-15 at EXPO New Mexico
Since 1938, the New Mexico State Fair has been a top gathering place to celebrate local food, competition, culture, creativity and agriculture.
Bands of Enchantment Season 4 Filming
Sept. 12-15 at the KiMo Theatre
Be a part of an award-winning television show as “Bands of Enchantment” films live concert performances at the KiMo Theatre. Reserve your ticket to be part of the audience.
New Mexico Ice Wolves Season
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Begins Sept. 13 at Outpost Ice Arenas
The local ice hockey team is ready to hit the rink for another successful season. Check out the New Mexico Ice Wolves starting Sept. 13.
Latinx Games Festival
Sept. 20-22 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center
The Latinx Games Festival is a celebration of gaming, Latino culture and Latin American game development. Participate in esports tournaments, a Latino-made video game arcade and more.
Albuquerque Film and Music Experience
Sept. 25-29 at Various Locations
Learn from award-winning and up-and-coming filmmakers and musicians about their craft. More than 40 events will take place over the course of the festival.
¡Globalquerque!
Sept. 26-28 at the Albuquerque Museum and Civic Plaza
Participate in this wide-ranging global exploration with a diverse program of dance, film, crafts, food, educational workshops and activities.
New Mexico Prickly Pear Festival
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Sept. 27-28 at Gutierrez-Hubbell House Museum
The New Mexico Prickly Pear Festival is back for another year of food, music, arts and crafts, cooking demos and more. Come celebrate everything prickly pear.
Morgue & Krypt Horror Fest
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Sept. 27-29 at Isleta Resort & Casino
It’s a full weekend of nonstop horror, packed with vendors, celebrity guests, panels, parties, screenings and more.
Aki Matsuri
Sept. 29 at EXPO New Mexico
Celebrate Aki Matsuri, the annual Japanese fall festival, with musical demonstrations, Japanese art and food, cultural exhibits and more.
Albuquerque Folk Festival
Sept. 29 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center
The Albuquerque Folk Festival offers over 100 events at five performance venues, music and dance workshop venues, a musical instrument “petting zoo” and much more.
