Things To Do

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a yearly hot air balloon festival that takes place in Albuquerque, New Mexico, during early October. The Balloon Fiesta is a nine-day event from October 5 to October 13, 2019, and has over 500 hot air balloons each year. The event is the largest balloon festival in the world.

Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum

The "Hot Air Ballooning Capital of the World" is home to the Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum. The museum, located at Balloon Fiesta Park, houses engaging exhibitions and informative programs on the history, science and art of ballooning worldwide. (505) 768-6080

ABQ BioPark - Zoo

Includes the Aquarium, Botanic Garden, Rio Grande Zoo and Tingley Beach- provides endless fun for visitors of all ages! Come and visit the new Penguin Chill Exhibit! Aquarium & Gardens 2601 Central Ave NW , Albuquerque, NM 87102 Rio Grande Zoo 903 Tenth Street SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

Old Town Albuquerque

With more than 100 shops, galleries and restaurants, Old Town Albuquerque is the city's epicenter of history, culture, cuisine and more. Be sure to visit during your New Mexico vacation for plenty of shopping, dining and interesting historical information.

Sandia Peak Tramway

A trip on the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway transports you above deep canyons and breathtaking terrain a distance of 2.7 miles. At sunset the desert skies produce a spectacular array of color, and your vantage point from the observation deck atop 10,378 foot Sandia Peak in the Cibola National Forest affords an 11,000 square-mile panoramic view of the Rio Grande Valley and the Land of Enchantment. (505) 242-9052

Albuquerque Museum

The Albuquerque Museum of Art & History, located in the heart of historic Old Town, features art of the Southwest as well as 400 years history of Albuquerque and the Rio Grande Valley through permanent displays and traveling exhibitions. (505) 243-7255

National Hispanic Cultural Center

Explora

The Albuquerque Museum of Art & History, located in the heart of historic Old Town, features art of the Southwest as well as 400 years history of Albuquerque and the Rio Grande Valley through permanent displays and traveling exhibitions. (505) 243-7255

Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort And Spa

So many things to do at Tamaya resort!

Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel

Nearby casino

Sandia Resort & Casino

Nearby casino and restaurants

New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science

Located within walking distance of Old Town, the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science features a Journey Through Time, eight permanent exhibit halls that take guests through the formation of the universe, the age of the dinosaurs, and geologic changes including volcanoes and ice ages. The Extreme Screen DynaTheater is the largest movie screen in New Mexico and the museum’s planetarium is the only one in the world to project high-definition digital imaging. (505) 841-2800

National Museum of Nuclear Science & History

The National Atomic Museum is transforming into the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History. Visitors can explore how nuclear science continues to influence our world and explore the development of the Atomic Age through the Manhattan Project, the scientific engineering project centered in New Mexico that developed, produced and tested the first atomic bomb. (505) 245-2137

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is the seminal New Mexico attraction celebrating Pueblo Indian culture. The center sponsors events, dances, a museum, art and much more. Phone: (505) 843-7270

The University of New Mexico

There are always things to do at the University of New Mexico. During your stay in Albuquerque, be sure to stop by and visit the Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, Geology Museum, Greenhouse Conservatory, Art Museum, and much more. Phone: (505) 277-0111

Bosque Brewing Bernalillo

Enjoy our kitchen counter featuring award-winning craft beer, burgers, sandwiches, and more. Stop by and enjoy our patio that boasts amazing brews with a view.

Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Festivals @ Sandia Casino Oct. 4-6 & 11-13 2019

This juried show features the work of 200 fine artists and craftspeople from throughout the U.S., offering tourists and residents a unique, world-class art experience. The huge white tent rises alongside the PGA-level golf course of Sandia Resort & Casino – right in the heart of the action at the same intersection as the Balloon Fiesta itself. This festival takes place at Sandia Resort & Casino, in the big white tent near I-25 & Tramway! If you're coming from Santa Fe, head South on I-25 to Albuquerque, exit Tramway and turn left at the light. Go East on Tramway and you will see Sandia Resort on your left. Take a left on Rainbow Road into the resort, and follow the signs to the parking garage. If you're coming from the south side of Albuquerque, head North on I-25, exit Tramway and turn right at the light. Go East on Tramway and you will see Sandia Resort on your left. Take a left on Rainbow Road into the resort, and follow the signs to the parking garage.