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The New Mexico Wine Festival is a longstanding summer tradition. Visitors can sample and shop over 200 wines from top wineries in the state. In addition, the festival offers delicious food, artisans selling their crafts, and live music performances to celebrate the season. For over 30 years, New Mexico Wine has hosted annual festivals that feature local food, arts and crafts, great live music, and, of course, the celebrated wines of New Mexico. The festival season starts every Memorial Day in Albuquerque and Las Cruces, attracting over 13,000 wine lovers for a weekend filled with fun and festivity. As fall approaches, the festival gathers again to celebrate the harvest and the hard work spent in the vineyards with a Labor Day weekend celebration. You're invited to join one of the annual events to taste the latest vintages and meet the families who produce quality craft wine for your enjoyment.

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.

The Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway is an incredible attraction located in Albuquerque. Its world-long aerial tram ride offers an unforgettable experience for visitors, which takes them 2.7 miles up to the 10,378-foot peak of the Sandia Mountains. Once there, visitors can enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding, an observation deck with panoramic views, and two excellent restaurants. The summit of the Sandia Mountains is a must-visit attraction offering an incredible panoramic view. To reach the top, visitors can ride the Sandia Peak Tram, North America's longest aerial tram ride. The 2.7-mile journey up the mountains allows one to breathe in fresh air and enjoy the stunning scenery of New Mexico.