Cantina Live Music

Bill Hearne’s greatness lies in his interpretive skills. His husky Texas baritone finds its way into a song’s interior with the mellowness of fine bourbon and the warmth of a Sunday picnic. Bill is an improvisational artist. “I hardly ever play the same thing twice,” he says. Not only does he rarely play the same thing twice, he rarely plays the same song twice. His repertoire is as vast as Texas and New Mexico. Bill is the real deal of … Read More

For nine days in October, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta® creates an enchanted world of special-shaped balloon rodeos, twilight balloon glows, and vibrant balloon-filled skies. Brisk autumn mornings in the Rio Grande Valley create an otherworldly backdrop for the breathtaking majesty of our most popular event, Mass Ascension of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®.

Step into the history of New Mexico at El Rancho de las Golondrinas and learn about our people, culture and unique landscape. Celebrate the planting season by taking part in a traditional procession of San Isidro and blessing of the ranch. Witness traditional dance and music performances and traditional ranch activities like sheep shearing, wool dyeing, spinning and weaving. Learn how to bake bread in an horno and shop at our fiber arts marketplace!