
Live Entertainment in Old Town Returns During Balloon Fiesta Week
Free family friendly events feature mix of regional sounds begins this Friday.
Move to the vibrant rhythms in historic Old Town during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®, as live music fills the fall air daily, October 6-15, from noon to 4 p.m. at the gazebo, where local cultural performances will showcase the incredible talent of Albuquerque the area.
With more than 100 shops, galleries, and eateries, historic Old Town Albuquerque is a charming and picturesque district that transports visitors to the heart of New Mexico's rich cultural heritage. It's a captivating blend of history and Southwestern allure, where centuries-old traditions meet modern-day excitement.
Entertainment Schedule
Friday, October 6
12 p.m. – Mariachi Tenampa – mariachi
2 p.m. – Felix Y Los Gatos – blues/New Mexican
Saturday, October 7
12 p.m. – Picoso – New Mexican
1:15 p.m. – Santero Market Awards
1:30 p.m. – Mariachi Xochitl – mariachi
3 p.m. – Baila! Baila! – Traditional Mexican folk dance
Sunday, October 8
12 p.m. – Mariachi Xochitl – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – Str8 Shot – Spanish/New Mexican
3 p.m. – Ballet Folklorico Fiesta Mexicana – traditional Mexican folk dance
Monday, October 9
12 p.m. – Shelly Morningsong and Fabian – traditional Northern Plains style dancing
1:30 p.m. – Levi Platero – blues
3 p.m. – Shelly Morningsong and Fabian – Traditional Northern Plains Style Dancing
Tuesday, October 10
12 p.m. – Mariachi Tenampa – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – NM Marimba Band – Latin
3 p.m. – National Institute of Flamenco – Flamenco dance
Wednesday, October 11
12 p.m. – Mariachi Tenampa – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – Divino– traditional Latin
3 p.m. – Baila! Baila! – traditional Mexican folk dance
Thursday, October 12
12 p.m. – Mariachi Tenampa – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – Los Domingueros – reggae
3 p.m. – Flamenco Works – flamenco dance
Friday, October 13
12 p.m. – Mariachi Tenampa – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – Picoso – New Mexican
3 p.m. – Baila! Baila! – traditional Mexican folk dance
Saturday, October 14
12 p.m. – National Institute of Flamenco – flamenco dance
1 p.m. – Mariachi Xochitl – mariachi
2:15 p.m. – Felix Y Los Gatos – blues/New Mexican
Sunday, October 15
12 p.m. – Mariachi Xochitl – mariachi
1:30 p.m. – Divino – traditional Latin
3 p.m. – Baila! Baila! – traditional Mexican Folk dance