Several wonderful events are happening this September in the ABQ. Among them is the New Mexico State Fair, which is sure to be a great time for the whole family. Take a look below to see more information about the state fair and about other fun events happening this month in Albuquerque.
77th Annual New Mexico State Fair
Date: Sept. 10 – Sept. 20, 2015
Time: Sunday – Thursday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Friday - Saturday: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Admission: $10 Adults (12-64), $7 (Seniors), $7 Kids (11 and under), FREE for Kids Under 5
Location: EXPO New Mexico: Home of the State Fair - 300 San Pedro NE, Albuquerque, 87108
Phone: 505-265-3976
The annual New Mexico State Fair is back for another year and folks around Albuquerque are ready to take in all the fun. As one of the largest state fairs in the country, the New Mexico State Fair features tons of terrific rides, delicious food and great vendors. It also features the PRCA rodeo and entertainment by popular country recording artists. Click here to learn more about this year’s fair and how you can participate this September!
Over the Edge for Special Olympics New Mexico
Date: Sept.18, 2015
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: New Mexico Bank & Trust Building - 320 Gold Ave SW, Albuquerque,, NM 87102
Phone: 505-856-0342
Come by the New Mexico Bank & Trust Building on Sept. 18, 2015 to help raise funds for the New Mexico Special Olympics. Over the Edge for Special Olympics is a terrific fundraising event that works to raise awareness and funds for the fantastic sporting organization. Guests will be able to enjoy a great event with music and food, as well as a 16-story rappelling wall for even more fun. Click here to find out how you can support this terrific Albuquerque event!
Date: Sept. 20, 2015
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Admission: Free with admission, $4 - $7
Location: New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science - 1801 Mountain Rd. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: 505-841-2800
If you’ve been looking for a fun end-of-summer activity this month, Solar Sunday at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History is a great event. Solar Sunday is dedicated to teaching people about the sun and lets guests view the giant orb through a host of specially-filtered telescopes at the museum. Family activities will be available to help teach the power of the sun, including the light, radiation and heat it gives off. Contact the museum today to learn how you and your family can participate!