Santuario Grande

NM Motorfest
2026-04-18 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Expo New Mexico, 300 San Pedro Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108, US
Engines roar and chrome gleams at NM Motorfest — New Mexico’s premier automotive celebration at Expo New Mexico. From classic muscle cars and custom lowriders to modern supercars and vintage trucks, this is a rolling gallery of everything on four wheels.
Walk the show floor, talk to builders, watch live demos, and soak in the unmistakable smell of hot rubber and horsepower.
Staying at Santuario Grande? We’re just a short drive away.

Albuquerque Birthday Celebration
2026-04-18 10:00 - 20:00 | Old Town Albuquerque Plaza, 400 San Felipe St NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104, US
Albuquerque turns 319 years old and the whole city shows up to celebrate. The Albuquerque Birthday Celebration is a free festival in the heart of Old Town — filled with live music, traditional food, folk dancers, and genuine civic pride.
Wander the adobe-lined plaza, browse artisan booths, and catch performances honoring the city’s deep Spanish, Indigenous, and frontier roots.
From Santuario Grande, Old Town is a quick 15-minute drive.

Wheels Museum Roads and Rails Festival
2026-04-18 10:00 - 2026-04-19 17:00 | Wheels Museum, 1100 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, US
All aboard for the Roads and Rails Festival at the Wheels Museum — Albuquerque’s tribute to transportation history. From vintage locomotives and classic automobiles to military vehicles and rare motorcycles, this annual event rolls out the full collection for hands-on exploration.
Kids can climb aboard historic engines; adults can geek out over rare mechanical specimens.

Great New Mexico Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival
2026-04-18 11:00 - 19:00 | Expo New Mexico, 300 San Pedro Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108, US
Hundreds of food trucks. Dozens of craft breweries. One massive celebration of New Mexico’s exploding culinary scene. The Great New Mexico Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival is one of the state’s most popular outdoor food events.
Graze your way through green chile smashburgers, birria tacos, fusion BBQ, artisan ice cream, local wines, and craft spirits. Live music all weekend.
Pro tip: Come hungry. Seriously.

Albuquerque Earth Day Festival
2026-04-26 10:00 - 18:00 | Rio Grande Nature Center, Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque’s annual Earth Day Festival celebrates the Rio Grande bosque and the natural beauty that defines this city. This free community event features local environmental organizations, live music, native plant giveaways, and kids’ activities.
From Santuario Grande, the bosque is practically your backyard.

Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival
2026-05-02 10:00 - 2026-05-03 20:00 | Albuquerque BioPark, 2601 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104, US
Kilts, fiddles, and a whole lot of spirit — the Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival brings the traditions of Scotland, Ireland, Wales, and beyond to the banks of the Rio Grande. Enjoy Highland games, pipe and drum competitions, Irish step dancing, Celtic rock bands, and a full marketplace of artisan goods.

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Festival
2026-05-02 11:00 - 18:00 | Civic Plaza, 1 Civic Plaza NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
A vibrant multicultural festival celebrating the rich cultures of Asian and Pacific Islander communities in New Mexico. Enjoy traditional performances, authentic cuisine, and cultural exhibits.

Rail Yards Market — Season Opening
2026-05-03 09:00 - 14:00 | Albuquerque Rail Yards, 777 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
The beloved Rail Yards Market opens for its 2026 season in the historic Albuquerque rail yards. Over 150 local vendors selling fresh produce, handmade goods, hot food, and live music every Sunday through summer.
