Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Draws Over 900,000 Visitors
The 2026 event saw attendance grow by nearly 50,000 guests compared to the previous year.
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October 5, 2026
Rita Brennan Assumed Chief of Scoring RoleThe veteran volunteer has taken the lead for the nine-day Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.
October 5, 2026
Albuquerque Hosted Traditional Greek FestivalThe community gathered to celebrate Greek heritage through food, dance, and guided church tours.
September 28, 2026
University of New Mexico Hosted Green Chile RoastThe annual community event celebrated local traditions with live music and roasted chiles.
September 23, 2026
University of New Mexico Will Host Research ConferenceThe event on September 24-25 will bridge local and Latin American research perspectives.