Experience the adventure of a lifetime with Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Ride Co., established in 1983. They offer daily sunrise and seasonal sunset flights, providing breathtaking views of the stunning Southwest desert landscape and its wildlife. As the largest balloon ride operator in the United States, they prioritize safety and expertise by flying only the finest equipment available. Additionally, Rainbow Ryders is fully licensed and insured and is the Official Ride Operator of the World's Largest Balloon Event. Celebrating nearly four decades of providing the premier hot air balloon ride experience in the Southwest, Rainbow Ryders is also the official ride operator of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the largest ballooning event in the world.
Discover the excitement of the New Mexico State Fair, located in Albuquerque. Here, you can experience a blend of cultural heritage, unique attractions, and top-notch entertainment, making it the biggest show in town. The festival has something for everyone, including action-packed professional rodeo cowboys, agricultural and livestock competitions, and fantastic country music performances. You will want to experience this unforgettable experience. EXPO New Mexico is the state's premier multi-use entertainment and events facility, hosting the New Mexico State Fair annually and hundreds of other events annually. In addition to the fair, they have the most prominent outdoor year-round flea market that attracts numerous vendors and patrons every weekend. The 236-acre site is available for rent for both public and private events, including cultural villages, outdoor spaces, historic arts facilities, and expansive trade show spaces.
Experience the magic of live musical entertainment at Albuquerque Little Theatre. For a remarkable 80 years, this theater venue has produced five primary and three family theatre shows, showcasing popular Broadway hits such as "Singin' in the Rain" and "Xanadu," along with other great Broadway musicals. Outstanding live theatre performances will captivate, amuse, and delight you. Albuquerque Little Theatre is dedicated to promoting appreciation of the theater arts through active participation in fully staged productions and innovative educational programs, inspiring aspiring talent to achieve their dreams.