Spring Events in Albuquerque

The trees are budding, the flowers are blooming, and Albuquerque is bursting with opportunities for spring frolic and fun! From festivals to museums, to sporting events to animals, there is something going on here for everyone to enjoy. Take a look at just some of the many events to choose from this spring, then book your trip to Albuquerque and come experience the fun!

·         Indian Pueblo Cultural Center– This year marks the 40^th anniversary of the Center, and in celebration a new permanent museum exhibit opened in early April. The exhibit represents all 19 Pueblo Indian tribes of Mew Mexico, and visitors are given hands-on opportunities to engage in and experience a variety of Pueblo Indian traditions.

·         Outside Bike & Brew Festival–Santa Fe is the place to be on May 20^th – May 22^nd if you are a beer-drinking bicyclist! Billed as “one of the most innovative and engaging outdoor recreations festivals in the country,” the Bike & Brew festival offers craft beer alongside three days of all things bicycle, to include riding clinics, movies, music, and riding tours and events.

·         Truth Or Consequences Hot Springs Festival–If you’re looking for a festival that centers around a healthy lifestyle, alternative medicine and sustainable living, look no further than the Hot Springs Festival running May 13^th-May 15^th in downtown Truth or Consequences. Set up in street fair style, this festival features a variety of vendors, live music, speakers and workshops.

·         Taos Lilac Festival–For an abundance of both sweet scents and family fun, then head up to Taos from May 20^th-May 27^th for a festival filled with contests, craft fairs, New Mexico hand-crafted beers and wines, food, and even a carousel!

·         ABQ Bio Park – Located in downtown Albuquerque is an environmental museum that encompasses four separate facilities – an aquarium, a zoo, a botanic garden and a beach. With a narrow gauge railroad that connects it all together, ABQ Bio Park is a perfect setting for an exciting and enjoyable outing.

·         Albuquerque Wine Festival–New Mexico wine, food, music and art all come together the last weekend in May at the Balloon Fiesta Park to create the Albuquerque Wine Festival. Award winning wineries sell their wares by the glass or bottle, food and art vendors offer culinary and cultural delights, and local bands complete the party atmosphere.