Uptown shoppers can satisfy their shopping cravings at Historic Nob Hill, a fashionable urban lifestyle neighborhood located a few miles west of downtown Albuquerque. This area features unique historic architecture, iconic neon signs, and stylish boutique shops, diners, galleries, and nightlife that will make you feel like you're in a high-fashion district. With over 300 businesses in the historic district, Nob Hill offers a diverse range of restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, breweries, wine bars, retail stores, art galleries, and entertainment options. Whether you want to shop, eat, drink, or play, there's something for everyone in Nob Hill. This mixed-use community aims to be an economically prosperous and attractive place for residents, workers, and visitors to live, work, and play.
Welcome to the Vortex Theatre, a community-based theater that provides live theatrical productions and training for anyone interested in learning about theatre. Established in 1976 as a black box theater in the University Area, the Vortex Theatre has produced classic, contemporary, and cutting-edge theatre for 38 years. As a non-profit organization, the Vortex Theatre offers opportunities for volunteers to participate in year-round productions of dramatic plays. Whether you want to act, direct, build sets and scenery, or enjoy a well-done live performance, the theatre has something for everyone. Its tagline, "The Vortex, get sucked in," reflects its commitment to providing a captivating and immersive theatre experience for all.
Experience the most significant annual hot-air balloon festival in the world at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. For nine days, a hundred thousand spectators gather to watch 600 magnificent hot-air balloons take off. The most spectacular moment of the festival is the mass accession of hundreds of hot-air balloons filling the sky at once. Walk among the moving picture, which shows hot air balloons lifting gently through the crisp, fall air. If you're more of a night owl, experience the magic of a balloon glow as they light up the night sky. You can now plan to attend the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and participate in this fantastic event. No matter what event you choose to attend, the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta will make you feel like you're in a dream.