The air has turned
crisp in the evenings and mornings, fall flowers are vibrant and the skies are
filling with hot air balloons.
We love fall at
the Mauger, and Albuquerque
has much to entertain, from the State Fair to the Duke City Marathon, there is
something for everyone.
We begin the
season with the New Mexico State Fair, September 8th – 18th, 2016. With a great entertainment line up, rodeo,
carnival, local food and much more, the State Fair is on the “do not miss”
list. http://www.exponm.com/default.aspx
Following the
State Fair is New Mexico’s
12th Annual Celebration of World Music and Culture, called
Globalquerque! September 23rd
– 24th, 2016 http://globalquerque.org/schedule.html This event offers FREE day programming on
Saturday for families and adults, including workshops on music and folklore,
crafts, and live performances.
The next fun fall
event is the spectacular Balloon Fiesta.
This event fills the skies with hot air balloons from around the world
and marvels everyone, from babies to seniors, this event is a favorite for
thousands. Over 600 hot air balloons
launch in the mornings and glow in the evenings, with great food, activities,
entertainment and fireworks, this event should be on your bucket list! http://www.balloonfiesta.com/
Concurrently with
the Balloon Fiesta is the top ranked Rio Grande Arts & Crafts
Festival. September 30th –
October 2nd, and October 7th – 9th http://www.riograndefestivals.com/festivals/balloon-fiesta-show/
This is a shoppers’
and collectors’ paradise. The juried art
show features 200 artists from all over the nation. The event offers entertainment, music and a
culinary arts tent.
Soon after the
wonderful Balloon Fiesta is the Duke City Marathon (and ½ Marathon). This race is ranked as one of the top 25
races in the world and is a Boston Marathon qualifier. There is an event for everyone on October 16,
2016! Bring the family to the 5K Walk,
10K Walk, 5K Run, 10K Run, ½ Marathon or the all-time challenge of the full Marathon or Marathon Relay. The events benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs
of New Mexico. http://www.dukecitymarathon.com/marathon.html
The Mauger Estate
B&B offers a scrumptious festival for your palate, such as our sweet potato
biscuits, pumpkin apple scones, and Mediterranean frittata, and pumpkin
chocolate chip bread to name a few.
Come see why sleep is delicious at the Mauger!
