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Albuquerque, NM
Best Events (Events)
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Gathering of Nations Powwow |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
April 23 - April 25, 2009
Avenida Cesar Chavez Blvd SE University of New Mexico Arena, "The Pit", Albuquerque • 505-758-1028 |
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World's largest gathering of American Indians features song and dance competitions, a traders' market with arts and crafts, and the Miss Indian World pageant. An excellent opportunity to learn about the culture, history, and tribal traditions of America's first inhabitants. Held at the University of New Mexico Arena (otherwise known as "The Pit"), exit #223 off Hwy 25. |
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Summerfest |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
June 20 - August 1, 2009
3rd St &Marquette NW Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza, Albuquerque 87102 |
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Cultural celebrations feature entertainment, arts and crafts, and food from a variety of ethnic groups such as Native American, German, Irish/Scottish, Cajun/French, African-American, Caribbean/South American, and Hispanic. |
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New Mexico Arts and Crafts Fair |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
June 26 - June 28, 2009
300 San Pedro Dr NE Expo New Mexico State Fairgrounds, Albuquerque 87198 • 505-222-9700 |
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One of Albuquerque's best attended events, the NM Arts and Crafts Fair features works from over 220 regional artists, in all media, from photography, pastels and oil paintings, to jewelry, furniture, and quilts. The ideal spot to look for gifts. |
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New Mexico State Fair |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 11 - September 27, 2009
300 San Pedro Dr NE New Mexico State Fairgrounds, Albuquerque 87108 • 505-265-3976 |
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One of the country's top three state fairs, this annual event features rodeo action, carnival rides, livestock and agricultural exhibits, horse racing, auto shows, arts and crafts competitions, entertainment at the Indian and Spanish villages, and a wealth of fantastic food. Shoppers will be in their element – there's a flea market, a farmers market, plus an entire exhibit hall filled with various vendors of everything from homemade crafts to hot tubs. Many concerts and special events require separate tickets, which vary in price. Check local listings, or call for details. |
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Go! Downtown Arts Festival |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
September 25 - September 27, 2009
Gold Ave SW between 2nd and 5th Sts, Albuquerque 87102 • 505-261-0075 |
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Honored as Albuquerque's designated fine arts festival, this non-profit organization celebrates performing, literary and visual arts. This celebration is achieved via innovative presentation and educational programs such as a regional juried art exhibit, poetry events, holiday concerts, workshops for the under-privileged, and lunch concerts on Civic Plaza. |
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Rio Grande Arts and Crafts Festivals |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 2, 2009 - March 2010
2 locations, Albuquerque • 505-292-7457 |
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Attracting tens of thousands of buyers from almost every state, as well as New Mexico residents and collectors from around the world, the Rio Grande Arts and Crafts Festivals are held three times a year. In March and November, at the Manuel Lujan Exhibit Complex at the EXPO New Mexico fairgrounds and in October it is held under the “big white tent” at I-25 and Paseo Del Norte at the annual Balloon Fiesta. Each festival presents the work of hundreds of artists and craftspeople from all over the country. Visitors can shop and purchase directly from the artists, and also enjoy the food court, complete with wine sampling. There are also artists’ demonstrations, children’s activities and a variety of entertainment, making it a fun event for the entire family. |
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International Balloon Fiesta |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
October 3 - October 11, 2009
Balloon Fiesta Park, Albuquerque 87125 |
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Since its inception the festival has "soared" from 13 balloons and 10,000 spectators to nearly 900 balloons and more than a million spectators. For nine days in October, participants come from around the globe to join in the world's most photographed event. Originally held on a shopping mall parking lot, the festival now enjoys the sprawling 350 acres of Balloon Fiesta Park. Magnificent conceptual balloons include a sunflower, an American eagle, and cactus, and Smokey the Bear. To avoid some of the traffic headaches, take advantage of the Park and Ride service – call for fees and details. |
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River of Lights |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
November 29 - December 30, 2009
2601 Central Ave NW Rio Grande Botanic Garden, Albuquerque |
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If you're in Albuquerque over the holidays, don’t miss River of Lights at the Rio Grande Botanic Garden. New figures and scenes are added every year with hundreds of thousands of lights, and there are additional festivities such as ice skating (bring your own skates!), carolers and bands, and arts and crafts. Closed on Christmas eve and Christmas day. |
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Luminaria Tour |
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(Events - Best of the City) |
December 24, 2009
Old Town, Albuquerque • 505-243-3215 |
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One of the city's most cherished holiday traditions. Thousands of brown bags, each with a candle inside and anchored with sand, line sidewalks, homes and buildings in some of Albuquerque's most scenic neighborhoods. The luminarias are said to light the path for the Christ child. The optimum way to appreciate it, of course, is on foot, but you can also take advantage of the ABQ RIDE tour bus - call for more information 505-243-7433. |
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