Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
October 3, 2008 by Amanda Tapia
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The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (the largest balloon convention in the world) has been the biggest annual event in the Duke City since 1972. Each year 750 balloonist from around the world gather in early October for this nine day event which brings as many as 100,000 spectators daily. The first Balloon Fiesta, a celebration [...]
The New Mexico State Fair – Expo New Mexico
This is the last week to visit the State Fair. For more information, visit the Expo New Mexico site.
Rio Grande Botanic Garden
The Rio Grande Botanic Garden is located at 2601 Central just west of Rio Grande. Admission is $7 for adults and $3 for seniors and children under 12. The admission to the Botanic Garden also covers admission to the aquarium. Winter hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm daily. The Rio Grande Botanic Garden is a wonderful [...]
Albuquerque Isotopes
June 26, 2008 by admin
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Albuquerque’s baseball team is the Isotopes, a AAA affiliate of the Florida Marlins. The stadium, remodeled in 2003, is located at the corner of Cesar Chavez and University. Attending a game is a great way to spend an afternoon or evening. I am not the biggest fan of baseball, but I enjoy watching a game, [...]
Zoo Music and Summer Nights
June 26, 2008 by admin
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I have not yet been to Zoo Music, but I am planning a trip later in the summer, so I will have more information and pictures after my trip. Here is the schedule for 2008. Zoo Music (Fridays at the Zoo) 6/06 The Red Stick Ramblers – Cajun Swing 6/13 Indigo Girls – Folk Rock [...]