The Southwest Texas Popular/American Culture Association invites the public to hear about the process of creating a language for a television series. David J. Peterson will speak as part of the Southwest Texas Popular/American Culture Association 2012 Conference,...

February 3, 2012 – The most delicious week of the year is back, with even more ways to experience the incomparable cuisine of Albuquerque. The third annual Albuquerque Restaurant Week, March 18-25, 2012, introduces the “Let’s Do Lunch”...

ALBUQUERQUE – Dancing Earth, the nation’s award-winning Indigenous contemporary dance ensemble, is proud to announce “Night of Stars*Moon*Water*,” its first festival of international Indigenous contemporary performing arts, in partnership...

Albuquerque, Friday, January 20, 2012 – FUSION continues its tenth anniversary season with the New Mexico professional premiere of Pulitzer Prize Winner Donald Margulies’ Time Stands Still. FUSION’s production opens at The Cell Theatre on...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Albuquerque, New Mexico has many exciting, unique events coming up this spring. Whether your interests lie in theatre, food or sports, there are activities for everyone. Please share these events with your readers and viewers as appropriate....

ALBUQUERQUE, NM -- Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town’s master 14,000 sq. ft. Alvarado Ballroom now features New Mexico’s most state-of-the-art LED ceiling lighting system. The dynamic color LED system was installed in the fall of 2011 along the crown...

Albuquerque, NM (January 24, 2012) -The Albuquerque Kings wheelchair basketball team, currently ranked number five National Wheelchair Basketball Association, will be participating in the Banner Wheelchair Suns Championship Division Wheelchair Basketball...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM-Due to high interest, the Albuquerque Balloon Museum has extended the visit of the "Honoring Our History" Exhibition. The Waddell & Reed Financial, Inc. and Ivy Funds have created an ambitious and unconventional acknowledgement of the...

Albuquerque, NM (January 19, 2012) – On February 4, 2012, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center will open its new, “100 Years of State & Federal Policy: The Impact on Pueblo Nations,” an examination of the human experience behind enacted...

WASHINGTON, DC – In a first for the U.S., President Barack Obama today announced a national strategy on travel and tourism to boost travel in the United States. The U.S. travel industry is a cornerstone of the U.S. economy, representing 1.8 trillion...

Valerie Espinoza, Santa Fe County Clerk, attended the International Association of Clerks, Recorders, Election Officials and Treasurers (IACREOT) Semi-Annual Meeting recently. The two-day meeting was held January 8 and 9 in Alexandria, Virginia. Education...

Albuquerque, New Mexico -- A “Dreams Come True” Grand Opening Celebration of Aveda Institute New Mexico (AINM) on January 22, 2012, is being recognized with a Proclamation of Celebration by Albuquerque Mayor Richard J Berry. AINM is quickly...

ALBUQUERQUE – The Performing Arts of Spain Series, a partnership between Instituto Cervantes, National Institute of Flamenco, and the National Hispanic Cultural Center, brings the Diego Amador Trio, from the cradle of Andalusian flamenco, to the NHCC’s...

Albuquerque, NM – Albuquerque, New Mexico was recently recognized as one of the Top Five Places to Pop the Question, being in a hot air balloon, of course. Wanderlust listed Albuquerque’s signature experience of flying high above the city in a...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (January 12, 2012)—The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is pleased to announce that Albuquerque will host the 2013 and 2015 USA Roller Sports National Championships. The SMG-managed Albuquerque Convention Center will...

Petroglyph National Monument and the City of Albuquerque Open Space Division are pleased to announce that Petroglyph National Monument will be fee free this weekend as part of the National Park Service Fee Free Day program. Visitors this weekend will not...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—The 2012 Albuquerque Comic Con will take place this month at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Albuquerque, bringing together hundreds of fans, celebrities, and legends of the comic world.  The 2012 Albuquerque Comic Con will...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM —Albuquerque has always been an artistic hub in the Southwest, but you may not realize that the city is among the country’s top for theatre. In fact, more theatrical performances occur in Albuquerque every weekend than in any other...

Santa Fe, NM --- Mother Nature has blessed New Mexico this year, dousing the state with just the right amount of snowfall to make for some of the best skiing conditions found anywhere in the country. “With 55 to 65 inch bases around the state,...

Albuquerque, NM—Albuquerque has been listed among a list of 15 destinations that travelers are raving about on www.tripadvisor.com. In addition to Albuquerque, the cities that have been deemed “on the rise” include Nashville (TN), Austin...

This coming Tuesday, people who would like a quieter ride aboard the New Mexico Rail Runner Express will get their chance as the train kicks off a pilot program to test out a “quiet car” on select busy early and afternoon trains.  “In...

Albuquerque, NM – If you are still looking for something to do on Saturday night for New Year’s Eve, there are plenty of options around the Albuquerque area. The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau has compiled a list of events and hotel...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM — Albuquerque’s own Al Sanchez, known as Al Hurricane, will be featured on the “Local Legends” series on the CBS Early Show, a national morning TV program on December 26th. Known as the “Godfather of New Mexican...

Albuquerque, NM (December 20, 2011) -The Albuquerque Kings wheelchair basketball team are currently ranked number five in the field of 20 in the National Wheelchair Basketball Association Championship Division December rankings that were published over the...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM — The 2012 USA Track and Field (USATF) Indoor Championships tickets will go on sale Wednesday, December 21, 2011. The Championships will take place February 25-26, 2012 at the Albuquerque Convention Center. The USA Indoor Track and...

Every year since 1988, Wine Spectator has compiled a list of the most exciting wines reviewed over the past 12 months. These 100 wines reflect significant trends, recognize outstanding producers and spotlight successful regions and vintages around the world....

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Dec 13, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Selected by ABC World News with Diane Sawyer as one of its "Made in America Gift Ideas," Carolyn Pollack Jewelry has joined in the effort to encourage consumers to have a "Made in America Christmas." This...

Albuquerque, New Mexico - December, 12 2011 - This holiday season Routes Rentals & Tours takes you through the heart of Albuquerque, down luminaria-lined avenues in Old Town and past some of the most impressive light displays in the state. Our unique...

Albuquerque, NM (December 2011) – The Sports Marketing Association has awarded Albuquerque its 2013 National Convention. The convention will take place October 23-27, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Albuquerque. The Sports Marketing Association brings...

Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta will unveil its new Guinness World Records™ certificate at a special unveiling on Wednesday, December 7th at 2:30pm. On October 1st, the first day of the 40th Balloon Fiesta, The...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. --- ESPN Regional Television (ERT), a subsidiary of ESPN, and the Gildan New Mexico Bowl announce that the Wyoming Cowboys and Temple Owls have accepted invitations to the sixth annual game to be played on Saturday, Dec. 17. The game, pitting...

  Santa rides the rails from Belen to Santa Fe and back to Albuquerque for Christmas Photos on the train! (Albuquerque, NM – December 6, 2011)- This Saturday, December 10th - people will once again get a chance to have their child’s photo...

1. FIND THAT ONE-OF-A-KIND UNIQUE ITEM Old Town has special gifts for everyone on your list that you can’t find anywhere else. You can find unique items from all over the world and many that are distinctively Southwestern in Old Town’s abundant...

The 5th Annual New Mexico Book Awards sponsored by the New Mexico Book Co-op, were announced November 18, 2011, at the MCM Elegante and for the first time the two top awards had two ties with very different books. For the first time, all of the authors/editors...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Two Albuquerque events earned a place on the American Bus Association’s (ABA) 2012 compendium of the best events for group travel in the United States and Canada. Now in its 30th year, ABA’s “Top 100 Events in North...

Albuquerque, New Mexico - Among the most experienced and discerning international travelers, they say it's the little things that count the most when it comes to accommodations. For some that could translate into massive reception areas, 24-hour concierge...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) was recently awarded three esteemed industry recognitions: the Western Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus’ (WACVB) “Best Idea”, Meetings and Conventions...

Corrales, New Mexico, November 2011 – The Chocolate Turtle Bed and Breakfast in Corrales, New Mexico has been selected as Top Ten U.S. B&B in the seventh annual Best of BedandBreakfast.com™ Awards, 2011-2012. The Chocolate Turtle B&B...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—In the tradition of offering free exceptional entertainment to visitors to Old Town, the City of Albuquerque’s Cultural Services Department is bringing some of our area’s most popular and talented classical musicians to...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—One of Albuquerque’s most popular holiday events, the Old Town Holiday Stroll, will take place throughout the Old Town area on Friday, December 2nd from 4 – 9:30 p.m. The special event attracts thousands of visitors to...

Bernalillo, NM—November 7, 2011)—The Friends of Coronado State Monument will present a fascinating exhibit and discussion about the artifacts found at Kuaua Pueblo and Ghufoor site (later named Santiago - now a housing development along the northern...

Albuquerque, NM–Members of the New Mexico Bed & Breakfast Association will join hundreds of inns and B&Bs throughout the U.S. and Canada in honoring active and retired veterans in recognition of Veteran’s Day. In a campaign called B&Bs...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM - Heritage Hotels and Resorts, owned and operated by Native New Mexicans, has just won Hotel Management Company of the Year by the Latino Hotel Association (LHA). The Lodge at Santa Fe, located near downtown Santa Fe, also won Economy Hotel...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. --- The Gildan New Mexico Bowl is honored to announce Archie Manning as the guest speaker at the annual kickoff luncheon hosted by the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Albuquerque. The luncheon, which will be attended by the participating teams...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Set among 25 acres of lavender fields, enormous cottonwood trees and formal gardens, Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm is emerging as one of the world’s best kept secrets. The historic property was recently selected...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Two Albuquerque events earned a place on the American Bus Association’s (ABA) 2012 compendium of the best events for group travel in the United States and Canada. Now in its 30th year, ABA’s “Top 100 Events in North...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—On Monday, October 31, Aquarium divers are carving jack-o-lanterns underwater in the Shark Tank during the afternoon dive from 2-3 p.m. Divers will be jumping into the tank with prepared hollow pumpkins to carve faces and designs....

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Signs of the holiday season are already evident in New Mexico. Seasonal art and shopping events begin this weekend in Albuquerque. During November and December, visitors enjoy events throughout the region, which is magical during the...

Albuquerque, NM— The signal that marks the end of summer sounds a little like the blow of many trumpets high in the sky above us. It is the sound of Sandhill Cranes migrating to their wintering grounds in the Middle Rio Grande Valley and beyond. During...

  Albuquerque, NM – October 1-9 marked the 40th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. It was dedicated to Balloon Fiesta founder Sid Cutter. This year there were 563 registered balloons, 98 of which fell in to the special shapes category and...

  (Albuquerque, NM – October 24th, 2011)- Less than a year since reaching the four million rider mark, the New Mexico Rail Runner Express is getting ready to celebrate another milestone – five million riders! “It’s encouraging...

 ALBUQUERQUE, NM— Come to the ABQ BioPark Zoo to participate in Wolf Awareness Days on October 21, 22 and 23 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Learn about Mexican gray wolf conservation in New Mexico through interactive discovery stations showcasing hides...

Ramón López and Jim Baker present their new contemporary jazz performance Azul: free improvisation music that draws heavily on melodic and rhythmic beats and fusion of Mediterranean music. Azul will be presented just in two cities in the...

--- Conventions to Cover --- What:             United Association of Communicators 2011 Annual Meeting Where:            Hotel Albuquerque When:...

Gruet Winery’s NV Blanc de Noirs recently received a rating of 90 points from Wine Spectator. This is the first wine from New Mexico to receive a 90 point rating from this prestigious organization. Gruet has come a long way from its humble beginnings...

The National Institute of Flamenco proudly announces the presentation of El Museo at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, November 10th, 11th and 12th. El Museo is a flamenco production highlighting Spanish classical dance and live symphonic accompaniment...

TOUR DE FRIGHTS – HAUNTED BICYCLE TOURS ANNOUNCED Tours start October 20, 2011 and run through Oct 29, 2011. Routes Rentals & Tours, Inc has announced the first and only haunted bicycle tours in Albuquerque, Tour De Frights. The first...

(Albuquerque, NM – October 3, 2011) - Come enjoy the 2011 Local Food Festival and Field Day, at the Historic Hubbell House in Albuquerque’s South Valley. “Supporting local food means we keep our farmlands in agricultural production,...

Three of APD’s private-public partnerships will be recognized this month at the International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference in Chicago. APD competed against thousands of police agencies worldwide. The awards are some of the most prestigious...

The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is proud to announce its 5th annual “Field to Feast Celebration” to be held on Saturday, October 15, 2011 As part of this program, we host an annual Farmers Market which is open to the public the morning of our...

The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is proud to announce its 5th annual “Field to Feast Celebration” to be held on Saturday, October 15, 2011 As part of this program, we host an annual Chile Cook-Off which is a competition for the best Chile stew...

Albuquerque, NM–The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is implementing a new admissions policy in an effort to make the Museum and Sandia Mountain Natural History Center even more accessible to New Mexico residents. Both the Museum...

Albuquerque, NM - Dr. Tom Crouch, Senior Curator of Aeronautics for the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum will host and attend several events at the Anderson-Abruzzo International Albuquerque Balloon Museum during this year's Balloon Fiesta. September...

(Santa Fe, NM – September 27, 2011) – Santa Fe’s exceptional chefs and cuisine will be the centerpiece of the premier Santa Fe Harvest Festival, November 1st-23rd, a culinary extravaganza to benefit Cooking with Kids. Along with substantial...

Albuquerque, NM – As we prepare to welcome hundreds of thousands of people to Albuquerque for Balloon Fiesta, the Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is pleased to recognize a tremendous ambassador for our city. Over the past few...

With on-the-go access to everything from mapping Park and Ride locations and finding the best biking routes - as well as receiving instant notices about weather delays and cancellations, the new ABQ Fiesta mobile app offers this year’s Balloon Fiesta...

Albuquerque, NM (September 24, 2011)-- The 9TH Annual Southwest Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, sponsored by Xfinity, Effex, New Mexico Tourism and the McCune Foundation kicks-off on October 7 with an exciting celebration of more than 60 entries, including...

Albuquerque, NM – In an effort to encourage local businesses to fully embrace the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®, especially this year for the 40th celebration, the Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has issued a challenge...

Albuquerque, NM – As we prepare to welcome hundreds of thousands of people to Albuquerque for Balloon Fiesta in a few weeks, the Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau is about to recognize a tremendous ambassador for our city. Over the past...

Albuquerque, NM (September 2011) – The International Cake Exploration Societé (ICES) has awarded Albuquerque its 2014 Annual Convention & Show and the 2013 Mid-Year Meeting. This organization, which is comprised of cake decorators and sugar...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM— Apes keepers and special events staff are planning a wild night at the Zoo for the Grapes with the Apes fundraiser on Friday, September 16 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. The proceeds from the evening benefit the campaign to build a “Gorilla...

A group of five Albuquerque arts professionals will travel to Istanbul, Turkey, September 12 – 20, 2011 to experience ISEA2011 and to present about Albuquerque as the host city for ISEA2012, the International Symposium on Electronic Art. The prestigious...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM -- The Indian Arts and Crafts Association (IACA) – the World’s Leading American Indian Art Alliance – has joined forces with Heritage Hotels and Resorts to present the first ever Native Heritage Art Market. This special...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM— Early afternoon visitors to the ABQ BioPark Zoo had the surprise opportunity to witness the birth of a reticulated giraffe on Friday, September 9. After showing signs of labor around 1 p.m., 17-year-old June gave birth to a healthy...

Albuquerque, NM - As part of Mayor Richard J. Berry overall plan to reinvest in the future of our city, in September he announced a way to give the Albuquerque Convention Center a facelift in order to attract more convention and tourism to Albuquerque. The...

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(ALBUQUERQUE, NM) – Skip the auto lines, and travel to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiestain style with all-new bike tours presented by Routes Rentals & Tours, Inc. Routes Rentals & Tours is the premier bicycle rental and tour...

(Albuquerque, NM – September 6, 2011) – The New Mexico Rail Runner Express will be implementing a new weekend train schedule beginning Saturday, September 10th. A new weekday schedule already went into effect at the end of August, with the addition...

ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) Art Museum recently received the largest gift in its history—the Van Deren and Joan Coke Collection of Mexican Arte Popular. This collection consists of more than 1000 works acquired by...

 Wine Festival-goers urged to purchase Rail Runner tickets in advance on-line(Bernalillo, NM-August 30, 2011)- For the sixth year, visitors to the New Mexico Wine Festival will have another transportation alternative to get to the wildly popular affair....

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—The ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden opens the first dragonfly sanctuary pond in the United States on Friday, September 2 at 10 a.m. The new exhibit will be featured during Dragonfly Discovery Day from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, September...

Albuquerque, NM (August 24, 2011) – What do you get when you bring together the grand dame of Roma (Gypsy) music from Macedonia, a Cree songwriting legend, shredding fiddles from Finland and Norway, hot Salsa Dura from NYC, celebratory dance and music...

Albuquerque, NM–The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science in partnership with the Rio Grande Community Farm and the City of Albuquerque Open Space announce the 14th Annual MAIZE MAZE “DINO MAZE.” Come explore a 7-acre "DINO"...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM— Daizy the Asian elephant is turning 2 years old! You’re invited to celebrate with us at Daizy’s Birthday Bash, a part of Elephant Conservation Day on Saturday August 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy hands-on discovery...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM— The ABQ BioPark Zoo is now home to one of the largest elephant exhibits in the United States. The opening of the Bull Barn makes the entire enclosure over five acres. BioPark guests can explore this behind-the-scenes area during a special...

ATLANTA – IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms today announces that the Crowne Plaza Albuquerque will open in Sept. 2011 following a brand change from a Hilton that...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Since it opened eight summers ago, the ABQ BioPark Aquarium’s Aquatic Conservation Facility has helped reintroduce more than one million Rio Grande silvery minnows to the river. Today, the collaborative effort to protect this endangered...

Albuquerque, NM – August 11, 2011 – It’s a celebration of film as the 2011 Albuquerque Film Festival (AFF) honors actors Michael Madsen and Dean Stockwell along with cinematographer Haskell Wexler for their inspired careers and achievements...

Albuquerque, NM (August 16, 2011) – Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown Hotel was awarded the 2011Best of the West Award by national publication Meetings Focus. For a hotel to be awarded the Best of the West awards; Meetings Focus polls its readers to...

ALBUQUERQUE – 1847 was a crucial year in the history of New Mexico. The Mexican War was raging. The United States had occupied Nuevo México without a fight, installed a governor, and moved on to take California. But a group of Spanish settlers...

ALBUQUERQUE—August 1, 2011—The New Mexico State Fair Parade, long established as the biggest parade in the state, is open to participation by anyone. So grab your paint brush, your most colorful costume, your marching band, your community service...

ALBUQUERQUE – Instituto Cervantes of Albuquerque is hosting an animated cartoon workshop titled Pequeños Dibujos Animados (PDA), or Little Animated Cartoons, facilitated by the prominent Spanish artists Mario Torrecillas and Juan José Sáez...

Albuquerque, July 25, 2011 –Sticks and stones break bones while names jangle the nerves and upset the very core of humanity in Yasmina Reza’s multiple Tony Award- winning God of Carnage. Opening at The Cell Theatre on Thursday, August 18th, the...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Have you ever wondered what 500 hot air balloons look like in the sky? Always wanted to fly in a hot air balloon? Well, now is your chance! You could win a trip to Albuquerque, New Mexico this October for the 40th Albuquerque International...

Albuquerque , NM – Meeting and event planners are invited to partner with the Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB), area hotels and the Albuquerque Convention Center in the planning and execution of your next meeting or convention. One...

Sandia Peak Ski Area will resume full summer operations beginning Saturday July 23rd when the Sandia Ranger District returns to Stage II Fire Restrictions in the Cibola National Forest. Fire danger remains extreme and visitors are still asked to remain vigilant.Scenic...

Tijeras, NM, July 22, 2011 – Sandia Ranger District – District Ranger Cid Morgan announced today that the Sandia Ranger District is returning to Stage II fire restrictions on Saturday July 23, 2011, 8am. “The Sandia Ranger District has received...

Las Vegas, N.M. (July 20, 2011) — The New Mexico Tourism Department is kicking off its “Catch the Kid” summer travel promotion in one of the wildest of the wildest old west towns – Las Vegas, New Mexico – site of this Saturday’s...

Albuquerque--New Mexicans may not realize what a major role our state has played in the understanding and exploration of space. But, the exhibit, “Space Frontiers,” which opened in 2009 at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science features...

Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is gearing up for the world famous celebration of ballooning, the 2011 Balloon Fiesta will take place October 1 through October 9. “The Greatest Show Off Earth” is this year’s...

The 2010 Chenin Blanc was blessed by an immaculate growing season for our inaugural vintage. The cool harvest allowed for optimum ripening conditions. The vines are twenty to twenty five years old which gives them an advantage in their consistent ability...

The Rio Metro Regional Transit District Board rescinded the proposed elimination of weekend service on the New Mexico Rail Runner Express. Last month in a surprise six-to-five vote, board members took action to eliminate weekend service to balance the Fiscal...

Santa Fe, N.M. (July 14, 2011) - New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez is offering a reward of $10,000 for the "capture" of William H. Bonney, a.k.a. "Billy the Kid", and called for citizens to travel the state of New Mexico to find him. Starting today through...

Albuquerque, New Mexico - July 11, 2011 - ABQ Trolley Co. is excited to continue their new series of tours designed to highlight the food and drink of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The 2011 Foodies tour series brings locals and visitors to the trails of the best...

Albuquerque, NM – July 11, 2011 – Now in it’s third year, The Albuquerque Film Festival(August 18 – 21, 2011) is garnering some significant attention with an impressive lsit of confirmedcelebrity attendees and an attractive lineup...

ALBUQUERQUE―The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) will be joined by the families of Pete Padilla and Manuel Mora for a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, July 14 to begin construction of a memorial park that will honor the two Barelas residents...

Albuquerque, NM – You, as locals, really know what makes Albuquerque authentic – our food, our events, our culture, our landscape, our sunsets, and the list goes on. Mayor Richard J. Berry thinks it is our people. His story begins by saying “The...

Albuquerque, NM— Contemplative Collage is a creative as well as meditative process in which students make their own collage and then are introduced to techniques for drawing out stories and wisdom from that work. In essence, finding the messages contained...

 The best 1,638 athletes in a four-state region descend on Albuquerque for the 2011 USATF Region 10 Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships. Region 10 includes New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and El Paso, TX.More than 300 of those athletes are...

Site Selection magazine has listed New Mexico in its "top ten" ranking of sustainable states.New Mexico comes in at No. 10 in a report in the magazine's July 2011 issue.To see the full list, click here.The magazines' ranking criteria included renewable energy...

 Still haven’t made plans for this weekend’s Fourth of July celebration? Confused about what might still be scheduled or cancelled? Are your kids clamoring for a day at the lake, ice cream and hot dogs, racing lizards or visiting aliens?...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Enjoy a summer night outdoors with the sounds of pop crooner Chris Isaak, this Sunday, July 3, 8 p.m. at the Zoo. Presented by the New Mexico BioPark Society, this show is a special Go Wild fundraiser concert benefiting the ABQ BioPark.Throughout...

For those still looking to finalize their plans this holiday weekend, Albuquerque has many fun events planned in and around town. Below is a sampling of some of the activities taking place over the long weekend. Parades   Rio Rancho...

The New Mexico Tourism Department is encouraging all New Mexicans and their visitors to celebrate this Fourth of July weekend safely by seeking alternatives to setting off of backyard fireworks.“New Mexico’s Independence Day weekend calendar is...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM, June 30, 2011. Internationally renowned artist Gronk, whose real name is Glugio Nicandro, will be at the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History from July 19 through July 30 to paint a site-specific and temporary wall painting. During the installation,...

ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is pleased to announce its Board of Directors for the 2011-2012 fiscal year. The new board was elected at the 2011 ACVB Annual Luncheon. Chairing the new Board of Directors is...

Albuquerque, NM–Emergence: A New View of Life's Origin opens at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science, July 1, 2011. Every living thing we know of derives from existing biology, but scientists still don’t agree on how abiotic...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. --- ESPN and Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX, NYSE) announced today a multi-year title sponsorship that will begin with the 2011 Gildan New Mexico Bowl. The entitlement of the Gildan New Mexico Bowl is part of a collegiate partnership reached...

WHAT: 516 ARTS announces the Website Launch & Call for Proposals ISEA2012 Albuquerque: Machine Wilderness Re-envisioning Art, Technology and Nature The 18th International Symposium on Electronic Art (ISEA) hosted by 516 ARTS, UNM, The Albuquerque...

Day Out With Thomas™ Coming to the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge RailroadDurango, CO –The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad will again host the Day Out With Thomas™ event. This year’s event will be held Friday, June...

(LOS ANGELES, CA) — Judges at the annual Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition had a field of nearly 3,200 wines to review, from wineries all over the world. After the judges set their tasting glasses down and calculated the scores...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Not sure how to celebrate Father’s Day this year? Bring dad to the annual Father’s Day Fiesta/Dia del Padre at the Zoo on June 19 for wild times and great Latin music. The event will include exhibits from local businesses,...

ALBUQUERQUE—The Albuquerque Convention Center (ACC) in conjunction with Doug Aurand have created a 360° Virtual Tour of New Mexico's largest meeting facility. The virtual tour lets visitors feel like they've stepped inside the Kiva Auditorium,...

Albuquerque, NM–The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is implementing a new admissions policy in an effort to make the Museum and Sandia Mountain Natural History Center even more accessible to New Mexico residents.Both the Museum (located...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. --- The sixth annual New Mexico Bowl will kick off the collegiate bowl season for the third straight year but is making a change in its line-up. The game is slated for a noon MT/2 p.m. ET kickoff at University Stadium in Albuquerque, N.M....

Albuquerque, NM – The winner of the Savor Albuquerque sweepstakes is Donald Giarrusso from Arvada, CO. He and his wife have never visited Albuquerque, and are thrilled to make their first trip this weekend. The lucky couple will experience two nights...

 ALBUQUERQUE, NM— The Summer Nights Concert Series returns to the ABQ BioPark for its fourteenth season. Each Thursday, June 16 – August 18, enjoy musical performances, food, and fun at the Botanic Garden. Summer Nights is sponsored by the...

 ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Each Wednesday from June 1 through August 31, the ABQ BioPark invites you to take advantage of the beautiful weather and longer days of summer with an evening visit to our facilities. With sponsors Univision Nuevo Mexico and Jose...

Albuquerque, NM – Two New Mexico outdoor adventure companies have teamed up to offer combination tours highlighting the most remote and scenic aspects of the Albuquerque area. Quiet Waters Paddling Adventures (QWPA) and New Mexico Jeep Tours (NMJT),...

ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO – Arts, live music, family-friendly entertainment and food come together in the 2nd annual Route 66 Summerfest presented as a partnership between the City of Albuquerque, Nob Hill Main Street, and New Mexico Jazz Festival. Festivities...

(Albuquerque, NM – June 2, 2011) – For the second summer the theatre is coming to you on board the New Mexico Rail Runner Express! Every Saturday in June, July and August the University of New Mexico Department of Theatre Education and Outreach...

From June 8-12, 2011 three of Spain's most exciting flamenco companies are coming to New Mexico. Don't miss Jose Maya, Fuensanta la Moneta and Maria Jose Franco in person! Be part of the most important Flamenco Festival outside of Spain! Over 30 invited artists...

The second annual Savor Albuquerque festival starts 10 days of festivities this evening with the Savor Soirée downtown, which includes: Historic KiMo Theatre Sign Dedication with Mayor Richard Berry - 7:30pm - Mayor Richard Berry invites...

Albuquerque, NM – Diverse cultures, authentic art and vibrant traditions have shaped the centuries-old story of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Come experience the history that continues to unfold with premier cultural events, distinctive attractions, museums,...

(DEMING. NM) — National retailer Cost Plus World Market has selected St. Clair Winery's Mimosa for a sales program in over 248 stores nationwide, according to the winery's business development manager. Full distribution of St. Clair Mimosa will be at...

Albuquerque, NM—Families, ecology enthusiasts and arm-chair naturalists are invited to participate in BioBlitz 2011: Discover Your Bosque, a biological inventory where scientists, together with the public, explore the living plants and animals found...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM— Whet your appetite at the 6th annual “Rock the Boat” Sustainable Seafood Festival, Thursday, June 9, 6 – 9 p.m. at the ABQ BioPark Aquarium Plaza.Nibble on delicious seafood obtained in ways that protect the ocean...

THE PUEBLO OF SANTA ANA, N.M., May 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tamaya Mist Spa at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe in New Mexico, has recently been named one of the top ten resort spas in the country by...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (May, 2011) –   A collaboration of arts, cultural and marketing organizations have once again come together to create a uniquely Albuquerque experience called “Savor Albuquerque: Arts, Culture, Cuisine.”   The...

    The toughest decision you’ll make this upcoming Memorial Day Weekend is not if you will go somewhere- it’s where you’ll go.The easiest decision you’ll have is what to eat when get there - thanks to your friends at the...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM - The Albuquerque International Sunport and the Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau are proud to announce that Boyd Group International has selected Albuquerque as the site of their 16th Annual International Aviation Forecast Summit....

(ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico) – Be sure to bring your taste buds when New Mexico Tourism Cabinet Secretary Monique Jacobson, staff and special guests unveil the latest version of one of the Tourism Department’s most popular and tasty promotions ever...

The National Institute of Flamenco [NIF] proudly announces the 24th Annual Festival Flamenco Internacional de Alburquerque [FFI] as it returns to the Land of Enchantment June 8-12, 2011. Each year, this destination event offers a distinct, exotic yet accessible...

516 ARTS presents a panel discussion in conjunction with the concurrent exhibitions opening the same evening (6-8pm): Across the Great Divide, featuring the work of Albuquerque photographer Roberta Price; and Worlds Outside This One, a group exhibition of...

Durango, CO –The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Sky Ute Casino Resort and Southern Ute Tribe proudly present the Native American Heritage Train: The Southern Ute Legacy on June 5, 2011. This combination train ride and cultural performance...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Lockheed Martin DynaTheater at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science will be the first built specifically for a Digital 3-D and Digital Surround Sound experience in the State. The enhanced large-format DynaTheater...

(Albuquerque, NM – May 13th, 2011) – In celebration of National Bike to Work Day, tables will be set up at three Rail Runner stations on Friday, May 20th, from 5:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. to take applications for Bicycle locker rentals throughout the...

The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is pleased to recognize the Albuquerque 311 Citizen Contact Center team as the 2011 “Unsung Heroes of Tourism.” Albuquerque’s “Unsung Heroes of Tourism” designation is an...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (May 10, 2011) – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) and the Albuquerque tourism industry recognized the 2011 ACVB Ambassadors at its annual luncheon on May 4th. The annual ambassador recognition honors locals for...

(ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico) — A joint news conference was held today in Albuquerque to emphasize that plenty of recreational opportunities exist in New Mexico even without precipitation. State officials attending included: State Engineer John D’Antonio;...

(Albuquerque, NM – May 5, 2011) - Calling all train enthusiasts – this is your chance to immerse yourself in “everything rail”. The Rio Metro Regional Transit district is hosting the first ever National Train Day event on Saturday,...

(Albuquerque, NM- May 4th, 2011)- The New Mexico Rail Runner Express is partnering with Cliff’s Amusement Park this summer by offering a deal that is too good to pass up. Anyone who purchases a Rail Runner ticket between May 6th and August 31st...

The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) celebrated a successful year in tourism at our 30th Annual Luncheon today. Nearly 350 industry professionals came together to celebrate travel and tourism with presentations by Mayor Richard J. Berry,...

April 29, 2011 – Albuquerque, NM-- The Hotel Andaluz announced today that it has been awarded LEED® Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council and verified by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI). LEED is the nation’s...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is holding its annual luncheon May 4th to celebrate the tourism industry and all that it contributes to Albuquerque. The luncheon will take place from 11am-1:30pm (networking followed...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has taken its 20th annual fundraising auction online again this year. The auction will be held in conjunction with ACVB’s 30th annual luncheon with bidding open now through...

Sunday April 17, 2011 Palm Sunday2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Gunfighters of NM Sunday May 1, 2011 Noon - 4:00 p.m. Old Town Gunslingers2:30 -3:30 p.m. Baptismal Wednesday May 4, 2011 WILDCAT WEDNESDAYS 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sage Harrington www.sageharrington.com...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM— On April 13, eight-year old Gracie, a harbor seal, delivered the first seal pup to be born at the BioPark. Keepers arrived in the morning to find the 20 lb newborn and her mother bonding well in the birthing pool.[cid:image011.jpg@01CBFF34.D096D800]The...

This Saturday from 10-2pm, the park hosts its biggest Earth Day celebration yet with activities, demonstrations and speakers stationed throughout the park. (link). While you’re out there, be sure to check out the newest addition to the zoo family,...

Get first month of locker rentals Free!(Albuquerque, NM – April 14, 2011)- Bicycle lockers are now available at six-Rail Runner stations throughout the train corridor. The lockers are complete enclosures designed to hold one-bicycle as well as bicycle...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM— The colors and sounds of spring are sweeping across the Botanic Garden. Hydrangeas are highlighted in the “Spring Pastels Show” in the Mediterranean Conservatory through the end of April. The warming weather brings thousands...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – (March 25, 2011) The 2011 New Mexico International Auto Show drives automotive excitement into the Albuquerque Convention Center, Friday, April 15 through Sunday, April 17 with hundreds of the latest cars, crossovers, trucks and...

FORT WORTH, Texas, April 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- American Eagle, the regional affiliate of American Airlines, today launched three daily round-trip flights between Albuquerque International Sunport and Los Angeles International Airport. The new service is...

Albuquerque, NM (3/30/11) -- The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center will open the Smithsonian traveling exhibition “IndiVisible: African-Native American Lives in the Americas” focusing on the seldom-viewed history and complex lives of people of dual...

Albuquerque, NM – March 8, 2011 – The world’s largest gathering of Native American and indigenous people will take place in Albuquerque, New Mexico between April 28 and 30, 2011. The 28th Annual Gathering of Nations, considered the most...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (March 22, 2011)—Lewis H. Dawley, III, General Manager of the Albuquerque Convention Center (ACC) and Regional Vice President of Convention Center Operations and Business Development for SMG, has been selected to receive the 2011 APEX...

What: Earth Day at Coronado State Monument. This year, in anticipation of Earth Day, Coronado State Monument rangers will conduct our general spring cleaning of the site. Our focus will be on clearing away an accumulation of tumbleweeds, dead brush and...

Saturday, March 26, 6:30 – 9 p.m.*Great Interview and Video Opportunities*Albuquerque—Join us in celebrating this worldwide event. Earth Hour Extravaganza features bilingual, hands-on activities, Planetarium shows, and the opportunity to come...

The New Mexico Senate today (March 9, 2011) confirmed Monique Jacobson as Secretary of the New Mexico Tourism Department. Sec. Jacobson, a Native New Mexican, is a former marketing executive at PepsiCo. “A healthy tourism sector is critical to a...

Albuquerque, NM–Curator of Paleontology, Thomas Williamson, Ph.D., will discuss the latest new tyrannosaurs that he has named and the evolution of this amazing group of predators in the Voices in Science lecture, Tyrant Lizards of the Southwest, Tuesday,...

INDIANAPOLIS – More than 800 of the nation’s finest masters athletes, many of whom from the greater Albuquerque area, will compete March 4-6 at the 2011 USA Indoor Masters Track and Field Championships at the Albuquerque Convention Center in Albuquerque,...

The New Mexico Arts & Crafts Fair started in 1962 and was held in Old Town Albuquerque aspart of the 50th Anniversary celebration of New Mexico’s statehood. New Mexico Governor EdMecham and Potter Maria Martinez were the ribbon cutters at the first...

MEDIA ADVISORY: SATURDAY, MARCH 5 at 7:30 PM, HYATT REGENCY TAMAYA RESORT AND SPA19th Annual Chocolate Fantasy Approaches Sell-Out:Gala Benefits the NM Museum of Natural History FoundationFood Network Challenge judge Kerry Vincent is a featured guest and...

INDIANAPOLIS – More than 800 of the nation’s finest masters athletes featuring 77 reigning World Indoor champions, 34 current World Outdoor champions and numerous Olympians will compete March 4-6 at the 2011 USA Indoor Masters Track and Field...

Albuquerque, NM (March 1, 2011) – As we kick off March, we look forward to a month-long celebration of creative women throughout Albuquerque, New Mexico. The annual Women and Creativity Celebration showcases exhibits, performances and creative talents...

Albuquerque, New Mexico – America’s hottest chile pepper is being revealed in Albuquerque, New Mexico as the essential ingredient in El Pinto’s limited edition Scorpion Salsa. The New Mexico Scorpion chile was cultivated and grown in the...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Kellie Wells and Jennifer Barringer Simpson, who own world-leading marks in their respective events, along with Carmelita Jeter, the world’s #1 ranked 100m sprinter, headline the women’s running events at the third and final...

A USA Track & Field Win With Integrity event will take place on Friday, February 25, 2011 at Grant Middle School in Albuquerque. The event will feature two separate assemblies beginning at 1 p.m. and ending by 3 p.m.Athletes appearing at the event include...

INDIANAPOLIS – 2008 Olympian Galen Rupp will compete in the men’s 3,000 meters at the 2011 USA Indoor Track & Field Championships presented by BMW, February 26-27 at the Albuquerque Convention Center in Albuquerque, N.M. The third and final...

INDIANAPOLIS – The world-class abilities of shot putter Adam Nelson, pole vaulter Brad Walker and high jumper Jesse Williams will be the featured attractions in men’s field event competition at the 2011 USA Indoor Track & Field Championships...

INDIANAPOLIS – The world’s #1 ranked high hurdler David Oliver, and two-time Olympic medalist and holder of numerous American records Bernard Lagat will be the featured attractions in the men’s running events at the 2011 USA Indoor Track...

Got a favorite green chile cheeseburger restaurant? Have you nominated it for the New Mexico Tourism Department’s web-based Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail?If the answer is no, you’d better get cracking. The on-line nomination process on the Department’s...

The Greater Western Chapter of Travel and Tourism Research Association (GWTTRA) is inviting New Mexico tourism industry members to join some of the industry’s leading researchers, educators and practitioners in a discussion of the “New Normal...

USATF is helping Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico by encouraging non-perishable food donations at this week's 2001 USA Indoor Championships Presented by BMW. The meet will be held February 25-26 at the Albuquerque Convention Center. The first 1,500 fans...

Albuquerque, NM (February 2011) – 516 ARTS and the University of New Mexico (UNM) College of Fine Arts in Albuquerque, New Mexico have collaborated with many organizations, artists and scholars to produce Latino/a Imaginary during spring 2011. The collaboration...

Albuquerque, N.M. – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) announces the hiring of Robert (Rob) Enriquez as our new Vice President of Convention Sales, Services & Sports. Enriquez oversees Convention Sales, Services and Sports Division,...

February 16, 2011 Hotel Andaluz, Lifestyle Hotel of the Year, has expanded to become the mecca for entertainment in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our Albuquerque Hotel has dancing and entertainment in two venues every weekend – Ibiza and Casablanca.Ibiza,...

The National Hispanic Cultural Center and New Mexico Guitar Society are proud to present a concert by Mexico’s internationally renowned guitar trio Los Tres Reyes, on Saturday, February 19, at 8 PM in the Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts. Tickets...

Our music community and the National Hispanic Cultural Center will come together on Saturday, February 20, at 2 PM in the Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts to honor Antonia Apodaca, a New Mexican musical and cultural treasure. Bayou Seco’s Jeanie...

What: WOMEN & CREATIVITY CELEBRATION When: March 1 – 31, 2011Where: National Hispanic Cultural Center and Venues throughout Albuquerque and Santa FePrice: Event prices vary. Call the NHCC at 246-2261 or visit www.womenandcreativity.org     ALBUQUERQUE,...

Isotopes Park will be the host site for the 2011 Triple-A Baseball National Championship game, Isotopes officials announced Tuesday. The game will pit the winner of the Pacific Coast League playoffs against the winner of the International League’s...

For the first time ever, the New Mexico Tourism Department is the winner of the highly-coveted “Digital Marketing Best of Show” Award – honoring digital marketing advertising campaigns around the world that “outperform all competitors...

Albuquerque, NM – Love is in the air in Albuquerque with Valentine’s Day hotel and restaurant specials and events throughout the city. Sweethearts can get together for a high flying ballooning event, a romantic stroll through Old Town, festive...

 ALBUQUERQUE – The Cervantes Institute at The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is happy to announce the opening of a photography exhibit named Mujeres y Mujeres (Women & Women). The exhibit is curated by Blanca Berlín and features...

Albuquerque. Instituto Cervantes of Albuquerque in partnership with the National Hispanic Cultural Center present the 5th annual Cine en Construcción (Cinema in Progress) film series, a collaboration between the San Sebastián (Spain) Film Festival...

After a successful 2010 debut, Albuquerque Restaurant Week is back to celebrate its second birthday, March 13-20. The 2011 event is a Sunday-to Sunday celebration, with two dozen restaurants to date offering value-priced dinners. In addition to New Mexico’s...

At the 80th anniversary celebration of the Monte Vista Elementary School on Monday, January 31st, from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., The Fractal Foundation will unveil three of the Albuquerque Fractal Challenge winning pieces of art. The artworks, created by Monte...

WHAT:            Consolidated Association of Pride, Inc. (CAPI) conference WHEN:            February 17-20, 2011 WHERE:        ...

ALBUQUERQUE NM—Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved one at the Sweetheart Stroll in Historic Old Town on Saturday, February 12, 1 – 9 p.m. Take advantage of “sweetheart deals” from many merchants, and enjoy the special...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (January 21, 2011) – Winter is in full swing, but temperatures have been in the 50s in Albuquerque, New Mexico for the past week. Wouldn’t you like to get away from dreary cold, snowy days to an enchanting sun-filled winter vacation?...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Shake off the cold and warm up with the eighth annual Winter Fire Colors Show through February 28 at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Along with colorful flowers, the show features unique succulents. The BioPark’s aloe collection...

McLEAN, Va. – (January 19, 2010) – Embassy Suites Hotels recently announced the induction of the brand’s third annual “Circle of Leadership” class, which includes six of the brand’s top general managers who will have...

Corrales, New Mexico January 20, 2011 - The Chocolate Turtle Bed and Breakfast was chosen as one of the Top 10 B&Bs and Inns in the United States by TripAdvisor® in its 2011 Travelers’ Choice® awards. Now in its ninth year, the annual...

The leading golf entities in New Mexico and West Texas created the Sun Country Golf House. The Sun Country PGA and the Sun Country Amateur Golf Association have combined staffs and resources to share in bettering, building and improving golf in the area....

Albuquerque, NM – Nuclear science plays a vital role in the lives of Americans…and the world. Consider the following: • 20% of our nation’s electricity is generated by nuclear power • 16 million Americans receive...

Albuquerque’s celebration of Italian film and culture will be five when the fifth annual Italian Film Festival begins Feb. 20th. The event, which is a successful fund-raiser for the University of New Mexico Children’s Hospital, will again feature...

Not about to let a great idea gather dust, the New Mexico Tourism Department is back with the latest incarnation of its wildly popular, web-based Green Chile Cheeseburger Trail, encouraging restaurant owners, staff, and patrons to nominate their favorites...

New Mexico Trout will hold its 27th Annual Conclave, Saturday November 22nd at Sandia Preparatory School, 532 Osuna NE. The event will be held from 8:00AM to 5:00 PM and will feature recognized experts that fish some of the most famous bodies of water found...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The ABQ BioPark Aquarium is now displaying new and bizarre blue blubber jellies. The jellies arrived on January 12 from the New England Aquarium in Boston where they were cultured.Blue blubbers jellies (Catostylus mosaicus) maintain...

No place on Earth has a more beloved, and specific, local cuisine than New Mexico. In a land where the state question is “red or green?” one can only conclude that New Mexicans take their eating seriously. They also take their recipes seriously....

WHAT: Startup: Albuquerque and the Personal Computer Revolution Gallery Rededication and Ribbon Cutting WHO: New Mexico Museum of Natural History & ScienceWHEN: FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 11:00 AMWHERE: New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science, 1801...

DATES: February 19 - May 14, 2011EVENTS: Saturday, February 19, 6-8pm: Opening Reception at 516 ARTS, 516 Central Ave. SW, Downtown AlbuquerqueSunday February 20, 1pm: Artist Talk with special guest artists Pepón Osorio & Amalia Mesa-Bains at The...

University of New Mexico baseball and the Westside Chamber of Commerce is planning a “Cody Ross Tribute,” the weekend of Jan. 28-29. Ross, a native of Carlsbad, N.M., and a member of the 2010 World Champion San Francisco Giants, will be recognized...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—The Balloon Museum features a number of special exhibitions each year, and visitors can learn much by viewing these fascinating displays. But, wouldn’t it be even more interesting to hear the stories behind the exhibitions from...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—Japanese New Year’s arrangements, known as kadomatsu, are on display now through Jan. 9 in the Sasebo Japanese Garden at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. The kadomatsu flank the garden gateway and are said to attract beneficial...

CHICAGO, Dec. 15, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- CheapTickets.com, a leading online travel company that knows "the less you pay, the better it feels®," today unveiled its annual CheapTickets Value Travel Forecast, which gives travelers insight into 2011 hotel...

Washington, DC—First Lady Michelle Obama presented the 2010 National Medal for Museum and Library Service to five museums and five libraries at a White House ceremony today. The National Medal is the highest honor the nation confers on these institutions...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- The BYU Cougars won the first event of the week’s festivities, bringing home the El Pinto Chile Bowl at the Anderson-Abruzzo International Balloon Museum. The bowl was received by head coach Bronco Mendenhall, who was a bit suprised...

Washington, DC—First Lady Michelle Obama will present the 2010 National Medal for Museum and Library Service to five museums and five libraries during an awards ceremony at 10:30 am on Friday, December 17 at the White House. The National Medal is the...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (December 14, 2010) – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is proud to celebrate 30 years of stimulating Albuquerque’s economy through marketing the city as a visitor and convention destination.This special...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (December 13, 2010) – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is making a list and checking it twice this holiday season encouraging all of our client and visitor audiences to purchase local gifts from the Albuquerque...

Las Vegas, Nevada – In this season of family, fun and feasting, Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant is the ideal location to celebrate the holidays. Whether it’s family visiting from out-of-town, the holiday office party or ringing in the New Year,...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The ABQ BioPark Zoo is now home to the only Tasmanian wombats, Vombatus ursinus tasmaniensis, in North America. Mayor Richard J. Berry welcomed the new residents at a press conference today in the Zoo’s Australia area.“We’re...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Albuquerque welcomes the Cougars from Brigham Young University and the University of Texas at El Paso Miners for this year’s New Mexico Bowl. Albuquerque is a short jaunt from Utah and El Paso so football fans are encouraged...

Albuquerque, NM – December 2, 2010 – The Hotel Andaluz is planning the hottest New Year’s Eve in town and is currently taking reservations for its first come first served New Year’s Eve celebrations. Reservations are recommended to...

ALBUQUERQUE- November 11, 2010: Blues legend B.B. King calls him “One of a Kind.” Award-winning blues rock star, guitarist and singer-songwriter Joe Bonamassa will be live at the KIVA AUDITORIUM in Albuquerque on February 23, 2011 at 7:30PM. It...

Albuquerque, NM-December 7,2010 -The Nob Hill Main Street district in Albuquerque is one of the city’s hippest, most historic, and – potentially – greenest districts in the city. You can play a part in helping Nob Hill “go green”...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- The field is set for the fifth annual New Mexico Bowl. The UTEP Miners officially accepted an invitation today and will play the BYU Cougars on Saturday, December 18th. The Miners, who will represent Conference USA, become the first team...

Albuquerque, NM – December 1, 2010 – The Hotel Andaluz is currently taking reservations for Christmas Eve (Friday, December 24, 2010) festivities and their Christmas dinner to be held on Saturday, December 25, 2010. On Christmas Eve and Christmas...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- The New Mexico Bowl is proud to announce that the BYU Cougars have accepted an invitation to play in the fifth annual New Mexico Bowl, which is slated for Saturday, Dec. 18 at noon MT at University Stadium on the University of New Mexico...

Managed by Prism Hotels & Resorts, the 15-story, 276-room property formerly known as Albuquerque Grand Airport Hotel recently completed a seven-month, $14 million renovation in preparation for its re-flagging as a Sheraton.   The opening of Sheraton...

What: Wolf Meet and Greet with Stephanie Kaylan and the Wanagi Wolf Fund Where: Open Space Visitor Center             6500 Coors Blvd., NW            ...

Missoula, Montana — Adventure Cycling Association today announced that its next long-distance cycling route will be Bicycle Route 66. Embracing the spirit of "The Mother Road," the new route will follow the famous corridor from Chicago to Los Angeles...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. --- ESPN is bringing its sustainability efforts to Albuquerque as part of the 2010 New Mexico Bowl. The New Mexico Bowl, which is owned and operated by ESPN, will offer this project in an effort to create awareness and educate the fans and...

(Albuquerque, NM – November 24, 2010)- On Saturday, December 4th - people will once again get a chance to have their child’s photo taken with Santa Claus aboard the New Mexico Rail Runner Express. Santa will begin his journey at the Downtown...

Holiday Greetings:On Saturday, December 4th, 2010 the “Twinkle Light Parade and Holiday Arts Festival” will take place in downtown Albuquerque, showcasing a variety of parade entries all decked out in festive holiday lighting. The parade will...

Rainbow Ryders - the authorized hot air balloon company for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta – has unveiled the final design of its official New Mexico Centennial hot air balloon, which will be used to identify and promote the Centennial...

In the restaurant world, “what’s new and hot” may grab the attention, but it’s the more-established places that create the character and provide the foundation on which these newer dining establishments can thrive. To celebrate these...

ALBUQUERQUE – The USA Track & Field Indoor Championships will be held at the Albuquerque Convention Center February 26 – 27, 2011. Tickets for the event are now on sale and can be purchased through the UNM Ticket Office. The event brings the...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (November 2010) – Albuquerque offers true Southwestern flavor this holiday season. From the cuisine to the festive luminarias lighting the way throughout the city. Albuquerque has diverse holiday shopping options, fantastic holiday cuisine...

Albuquerque, NM – October 19, 2010 – The Hotel Andaluz is currently taking reservations for their Thanksgiving Grand Brunch and Traditional Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner, both to be held on Thursday, November 25, 2010. The Grand Brunch will be...

WHAT: Volunteer TrainingWHERE: Open Space Visitor Center | 6500 Coors Blvd NW between Montaño and Paseo del Norte at the end of Bosque Meadows Rd.WHEN: December 4, 2010 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PMFEE: FREE Help Connect People to Place at the Open Space Visitor...

Since 1994 Plaza Don Luis in Old Town, Albuquerque has been hosting the cities biggest Christmas Tree. It stands 55 feet tall and is composed of 130 fresh cut trees shipped in from northern New Mexico.Tree assembly is Saturday, November 20 and Sunday, November...

Albuquerque, New Mexico — Explora in Albuquerque has been named one of 5 museums and 5 libraries to receive the 2010 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the nation’s highest honor for museums and libraries in the United States. Recipients...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. --- The New Mexico Bowl is running a three-day ticket sale Wednesday, Nov. 17 through Friday, Nov. 19, offering fans reduce-priced tickets and a chance to win VIP prizes. Premium tickets, which are normally $30, are being offered for just...

Move over fall, winter is coming. “Ski season is almost here, and after the snowfall we experienced last season, excitement is in the air,” said Michael Cerletti, Secretary of the New Mexico Tourism Department. “High altitudes, coupled...

The 18th Annual Dia de los Muertos Marigold Parade has been scheduled for Sunday, November 7. The parade will begin at 4:00 from the County Sheriff’s Office on Isleta S.W. and go north on Isleta past Arenal to the West Side Community Center. Altars,...

      Albuquerque – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to present famed guitarist Gustavo Pimentel live in concert in the Albuquerque Journal Theatre on Saturday, November 20th at 8 pm. Tickets are $15, $20,...

The Albuquerque Biological Park has earned accreditation by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA). AZA President and CEO Jim Maddy presented the accreditation plaque to Mayor Richard J. Berry and the ABQ BioPark at a ceremony today at the Zoo’s...

Old Town Albuquerque is getting ready for fall with its family festival on Saturday, October 30 from 3-7p.m.  Enjoy "Trick or Treating" in Old Town, bring Rover in costume to enter the pet parade, and then enter your own unique costume creation in the...

Albuquerque, NM— Public television station, KNME-TV, (PBS - Albuquerque / Santa Fe) has won a Rocky Mountain Emmy Award for DESERT REEF in the category of informational or instructional film.A partnership between KNME and the New Mexico Museum of Natural...

(Santa Fe, NM, October 20, 2010) -- After a phenomenally successful debut last year in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico Restaurant Week is back to celebrate its second birthday—with a delicious surprise in store for diners throughout the state.The...

Albuquerque, NM–The Sandia Mountain Natural History Center (SMNHC), an environmental education center operated by the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science, has been awarded a $12,500 grant by the Sierra Club to support the SMNHC’s...

Albuquerque – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) and AMP Concerts are proud to present Latin American music star Lucia Pulido for one dynamic night of world music on Saturday, November 6 at 8 pm in the NHCC’s Roy E. Disney Center for...

Albuquerque - The U.S. premiere of In The Footsteps of Abraham, directed by Mexican filmmaker Daniel Goldberg will highlight the second year of ¡Celébrate! The Jewish Experience in Spanish Speaking Countries to be held in Albuquerque, November...

Albuquerque, NM – Rarely does a destination have the opportunity to announce a project that transcends geographic boundaries and cultural norms. With the completion of a 4,000 sq. ft. fresco inside the Torreon of the National Hispanic Cultural Center...

     Albuquerque, NM - The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) and Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) are proud to announce the 3rd annual “From Field to Feast” celebration October 16 & 17 at both the NHCC and IPCC....

Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) along with Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Company are offering Albuquerque Facebook Fans the chance to win a hot-air balloon ride for two during the 2010 Albuquerque International...

Rainbow Ryders has joined with New Mexico Centennial Foundation and the New Mexico Tourism Department as a Founding Sponsor of the New Mexico Statehood Centennial 1912-2012 with the donation of an official New Mexico Centennial hot air balloon, which will...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM - September 15, 2010 – Press Release Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta announces the launch of a new free iPhone app that will literally place the Balloon Fiesta Guest Guide and Survival Guide at your fingertips.   This...

Albuquerque, N.M. - September 30, 2010 – ABQExpert for the Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau, Tom Rutherford, was honored with a 2010 Heritage Pin from the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (AIBF). The AIBF Heritage Committee established...

    Albuquerque, NM - The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) and Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) are proud to announce the 3rd annual “From Field to Feast” celebration October 16 & 17 at both the NHCC and IPCC....

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- The New Mexico Bowl unveiled a new logo today to celebrate its fifth anniversary this year, and to move into the future with a new brand. From this date, the New Mexico Bowl will use this logo in all references.The bowl’s new logo...

Albuquerque, NM – Hot air balloon enthusiasts and novices alike will come together in joyful expectation as more than 500 balloons launch each morning in Albuquerque, New Mexico during the 39th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (http://www.BalloonFiesta.com)....

Albuquerque – September 27, 2010 – The Travelocity Roaming Gnome® is heading to Albuquerque this week to celebrate the 39th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta on Saturday, October 2. He will fly in a hot air balloon, take photos with...

Albuquerque, NM (September 23, 2010)-- The 2010 Southwest Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, sponsored by Comcast, Here! Effex, New Mexico Tourism and the McCune Foundation kicks-off on October 8 with an exciting celebration of more than 70 entries, including...

The number of Hispanic-owned businesses in the United States increased by 43.7 percent to 2.3 million, more than twice the national rate of 18.0 percent between 2002 and 2007, the U.S. Census Bureau announced today. About 45.8 percent of all Hispanic-owned...

Albuquerque, September 21.2010…. Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta announced today a new release of a second app for the iPhone that lets serious ballooning enthusiasts get their balloon information on the go. This BalloonFiesta app is the “Official...

Albuquerque, NM, September 20, 2010 – The carefully restored doors at Hotel Parq Central will open Wednesday, September 29, welcoming guests to a new standard of hospitality. The boutique hotel is built on the renovated site of the original Santa Fe...

Albuquerque. The Instituto Cervantes is proud to present Bicentenary of Latin America film series, staring Thursday September 30th through October 28th, 7pm at the Bank of America Theatre, National Hispanic Cultural Center. This film-series includes a...

It’s not just New Mexico chile that’s hot right now. It’s New Mexico’s food, in general.If you’ve missed the recent onslaught of media coverage via the Food Network, National Geographic Traveler and USA Today, food blog chatter,...

Closet Cinema is excited to begin the 8th Annual Southwest Gay and Lesbian Film Festival with it’s official Launch Party on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at Scalo Northern Italian Grill!There’s no better place than Albuquerque’s finest Italian...

Albuquerque has been honored to host the Rotary International Zone Institute for the area district this year taking place September 14th through 19th at the Embassy Suites.  The Zone Institute educates Rotary Governors - district, past, elects,...

Albuquerque, NM (Sept. 9, 2010) - The American Bus Association (ABA) announced today that the Gathering of Nations Native American Powwow, the world’s largest gathering of Native American and indigenous people, has been designated as one of the Top...

Albuquerque, NM – Authors and museum curators, Joe Pierce and Joe Dan Lowry will celebrate their devotion to turquoise on September 25, 2010 with a private tour of a captivating prehistoric dig site in the Cerrillos Mining District. Cerrillos is the...

What: Two-month arts collaboration with 25 participating organizations, organized by 516 ARTSWhen: October - November 2010Where: 516 ARTS, Central SW, Downtown Albuquerque & multiple venues and sites around AlbuquerqueInfo: 505-242-1445, www.516arts.orgSchedule:...

ALBUQUERQUE—August 30, 2010—Veteran ABC newsman and New Mexico resident Sam Donaldson, who has a ranch in Hondo, NM, will be the Grand Marshal for the 2010 New Mexico State Fair parade, EXPO New Mexico officials announced today.Donaldson, invited...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – For 39 years adventure seekers have been flocking to Albuquerque, New Mexico for the world’s largest hot air balloon festival. You can experience the adventure of a lifetime witnessing more than 500 hot air balloons in the air...

Albuquerque, NM – Film for Change presents the second annual Albuquerque Film Festival (http://www.abqfilmfestival.com) August 25-29, 2010. The sophomore festival will open on August 25th with a screening of the 1971 classic “Two-Lane Blacktop”...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – (August 20, 2010) — Premier Exhibitions, Inc. (NASDAQ:PRXI) announced today that BODIES…The Exhibition will open on Friday, September 10, at the Albuquerque Convention Center. This will be the first visit to New Mexico...

Albuquerque, NM—The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science will be open on Labor Day, September 6th, and is free to all visitors on September 11th! (The Lockheed Martin DynaTheater and Planetarium admission is by the regular charge.) In addition,...

ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to present an afternoon celebration of Mexican and Irish cultures on Sunday, September 12th beginning at 3 pm in the NHCC Albuquerque Journal Theatre. The NHCC is located on the corner...

A baby’s first birthday is cause for celebration, and the ABQ BioPark will be hosting a BIG party for the Zoo’s BIGGEST baby, Daizy, the Asian elephant, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 28. All activities are included with regular...

Albuquerque, NM—Curator of Paleontology at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Gary S. Morgan, is Co-Principal Investigator on a $3.8 million Partnerships in International Research and Education (PIRE) grant, funded by the National...

ALBUQUERQUE—August 9, 2010—“Home, Home on the Range…” The words “home” and “range” in that familiar Western song can also apply to the Food Preparation Contests at the New Mexico State Fair…Home...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Fall is one of the most beautiful times to experience this year-round destination and Albuquerque has events to engage visitors of all interests. Below is a sampling of some of the city’s exciting fall and winter events. For...

Albuquerque, August 5, 2010 – Celebrating its ninth season as downtown Albuquerque’s own professional theatre company FUSION is extremely proud to bring a taste of Broadway to The Cell stage with four incredible premieres. FUSION Theatre Company’s...

What:  The First Anniversary of the New Mexico Rail Runner Express N.M. 599 stationWhen:  Thursday, August 5th from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Where:  At the N.M. 599 stationWho:  The Rio Metro Regional Transit District, the North Central...

Please join us on Wednesday, August 18, 2010 for a screening of the film, Nanook of the North, a performance by Inuit Throat Singer Lois Suluk Locke and internationally renowned musician and composer Brent Michael Davids, with a panel discussion about the...

            ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is pleased to announce the changeover to a new in-house ticketing system for its Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts. ...

Albuquerque, NM – More than 500 elected officials, business and nonprofit leaders, members of the international affairs community, and students from 15 countries will travel to Albuquerque for the Sister Cities International Annual Conference. The...

Albuquerque, New Mexico, July 27, 2010 – The Radisson Hotel & Water Park Albuquerque announced today the addition of chef Brooke Roberson. Roberson will lead the culinary team responsible for delighting guests who dine in the hotels three food and...

What: Colcha Embroidery WorkshopThis Colcha workshop is geared for beginner and advanced alike - in either case you are sure to learn something new about an embroidery technique with a long tradition in New Mexico. Who: Annette Gutierrez Turk, instructor,...

Albuquerque, NM – The Handweaver’s Guild of America (HGA) is holding an international fiber arts conference titled Convergence 2010 at the Albuquerque Convention Center from July 21 – 25, 2010. Thousands of fiber enthusiasts and hundreds...

Aurora, CO (July 15, 2010) -- Tayler Malsam’s #10 Nationwide Series Iron Horse Jeans car, owned by Braun Racing will be at the Arabian & Half Arabian Youth Nationals Championship Horse Show at Expo New Mexico in the Lujan Building, July 24-August...

(Santa Fe, NM)- On Saturday July 17th, in celebration of both the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum's 13th anniversary and the New Mexico Rail Runner Express' 4th anniversary, a special "O'Keeffe Express" train excursion is planned. “This is a great way to...

ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is pleased to announce its Board of Directors for the 2010-2011 fiscal year. The new board was elected at the 2010 ACVB Annual Luncheon. Chairing the new Board of Directors is...

Prestige and prizes await amateur photographers entering the 10th annual New Mexico Magazine Photo Contest, co-sponsored by Eloquent Light Photography Workshops, LLC. of Santa Fe. The grand prize winner will receive a workshop from Eloquent Light Photography...

ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO – Arts, live music, family-friendly entertainment and food come together in the inaugural street festival, “Days and Nights of Route 66 in Nob Hill.” The signature event will start the night of Friday, July 23rd and...

It wouldn’t be summer without an old-fashioned trip along the Mother Road and the Route 66 Association of New Mexico aims to please with its first-ever New Mexico Route 66 Motor Tour July 23-25, 2010.Up to 150 vehicles – auto, motorcycle, travel...

Albuquerque, NM, June 21, 2010 - Just in time for the spectacular Albuquerque Balloon Festival, a new boutique property, Hotel Parq Central, will open this fall. The prime location, in the heart of trendy EDo (East of downtown) and on historic Route 66,...

ALBUQUERQUE - The New Mexico Arts and Crafts Fair, a 501(c)3 non profit, has been a must-see summer event since 1962. Featuring exclusively New Mexico artisans and craftspeople, our mission is to promote a premier juried event to present the most talented...

WASHINGTON, DC – Sister Cities International announced today that Governor Bill Richardson is the recipient of the 2010 Michael A. Guido Distinguished Leader Award. Governor Richardson will be presented the award at Sister Cities International’s...

ALBUQUERQUE – The 2010 NRA National Junior Air Gun Championship and Training Summit will be held in Albuquerque from June 23-26 at the Albuquerque Convention Center. Participants in the competition are from middle school age up to 20 years old, with...

ALBUQUERQUE – The U.S. Youth Soccer (USYS) will be conducting its 2010 U.S. Youth Soccer Far West Regional Championships in Bernalillo from June 21-27, at the 22-field State Farm Soccer Complex at the Santa Ana Pueblo. There will be a total of 232 teams...

Albuquerque, NM (June, 2010) – In 1971, two shaggy, music loving Americans, Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton opened up a diner in an old Rolls Royce dealership in London, England. From a popular café, to a globally known brand, Hard Rock has changed...

Albuquerque, NM—Venture into the woods and wilds with the exhibition, Drawing On Nature, on display through September 12th, 2010. Featuring the work of 33 female artists, including scientists, writers, photographers, designers, teachers, and wilderness...

            ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC), in partnership with Camino Real Productions, is proud to present the play Miss Margarida’s Way July 15-18 and July 22-25...

ATLANTA—From the soaring Sandia Mountains to peacefully floating hot air balloons, Albuquerque is a city that’s used to setting its sights high—just like the heating, ventilating, air-conditioning and refrigerating engineers who focus on...

Aurora, CO (June 8, 2010) -- The Arabian Horse Association (AHA) will celebrate ten years at Expo New Mexico in Albuquerque, N.M. with the 2010 Arabian and Half-Arabian Youth National Championship Horse Show (Youth Nationals), July 24-31. The championship...

Albuquerque, NM – For the first time in at LEAST 50 years, the Miss New Mexico Pageant will be held in Albuquerque this June. Attending, will be two former Miss America's, Donna Axum 1964 and Kellye Cash 1987. Cash will be the emcee for the three-day...

 (Albuquerque, NM – May 20, 2010) - Let the theatre come to you this summer onboard the New Mexico Rail Runner Express! Every Saturday in June, July and August the University of New Mexico Department of Theatre Education and Outreach will be performing...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (May 19, 2010) – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) and the Albuquerque tourism industry recognized the 2010 ACVB Ambassadors at its annual luncheon on May 12th. The annual ambassador recognition honors locals for...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (May 19, 2010) – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is pleased to announce that the graduates of the Albuquerque Concierge Excellence (A.C.E.) program and their supporting employers have been selected as the 2010...

INDIANAPOLIS - The 2011 USA Masters Indoor Track & Field Championships have been awarded to Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA Track & Field announced Friday. The championships will be held March 4-6 in the Albuquerque Convention Center. Nearly 1,000...

The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) and the New Mexico Tourism Department hosted NBC’s Weekend Today Show in Albuquerque and Santa Fe on Wednesday, May 12th and Thursday, May 13th for a segment called “Today Hits the Road.”...

The Castillo Theatre is holding its twelfth annual Otto René Castillo Awards for Political Theatre on Sunday, May 23 at the Castillo Theatre at 543 West 42nd Street (between 10th and 11th Avenues) in New York City at 2:00 p.m.   The...

Albuquerque, NM—The Albuquerque Museum of Art & History (www.cabq.gov/museum/) will open the doors to a special exhibition on Sunday, May 16th when the works of famed Impressionists like Renoir, Manet, Cézanne, van Gogh, Pissarro and Monet...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is holding its annual luncheon May 12th to celebrate all that the tourism industry does for Albuquerque. The luncheon will take place from 11am-1:30pm at the Albuquerque Convention...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has taken its 19th annual fundraising auction online for the first time in the event’s history.  The auction will be held in conjunction with ACVB’s 29th annual...

The online program “ABQ Experts” was concepted and created by the Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau’s (ACVB) marketing team and the interactive site was developed in partnership with Aristotle web design firm. The project was recently...

Recently the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) was listed as one of Nine Must-See Museums in the World by Frommer’s Travel Guide. Frommer's is a travel guidebook series and one of the bestselling travel guides in America. The series began in...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM - She’s looking amazing for 304! Come help us celebrate Albuquerque’s birthday on Saturday, April 24 as we honor the founding families in an afternoon of historic settings, live music and dance, an outdoor market and lots of activities...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM - The opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of music and dance performances representing Albuquerque’s widely diverse cultures is returning to the Old Town Plaza on Thursday, May 6 with a performance entitled "Fiesta de Colores" featuring...

Last year’s popular Old Town Friday Night Block/Patio Parties return with four exciting events scheduled for "First Fridays" throughout the season. The first in the series will be on Friday, May 7 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Plaza Don Luis on Romero...

The 38th Annual Junior America’s Cup will be held July 27-29 at the Isleta Eagle Golf Course in Albuquerque, N.M. Both the Sun Country PGA and the Sun Country Amateur Golf Association will be hosting the event which includes representatives and teams...

On Saturday, April 24, from 10:00am-2:00pm, the ABQ BioPark will celebrate with a Party for the Planet at the Zoo, Aquarium, Botanic Garden and Tingley Beach. Earth Day is celebrated on one day a year, but visitors to the ABQ BioPark will learn how they can...

A collaboration of arts, cultural and marketing organizations have come together to create a new event called “Savor Albuquerque: Arts, Culture, Creativity.” The 10-day festival will be celebrated June 4-13, 2010 throughout the downtown district...

  ALBUQUERQUE, NM — Experience the passion and energy of flamenco at the 23rd annual Festival Flamenco Internacional de Alburquerque (www.nationalinstituteofflamenco.org), June 9-13, 2010. As a world class destination event, Festival Flamenco...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (April 5, 2010) -- The 38th Annual Junior America’s Cup will be held July 27-29 at the Isleta Eagle Golf Course in Albuquerque, N.M. Both the Sun Country PGA and the Sun Country Amateur Golf Association will be hosting the event which...

ALBUQUERQUE - New Mexico’s premier Restaurant Week created a celebratory ambiance that brought diners out in droves despite the worst economy in decades, providing a much-needed boost to the community’s spirit and revenue.   An estimated...

Albuquerque, N.M. – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is proud to announce Senior National Sales Manager Don Griego’s successful completion of the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) exam. The CMP credential recognizes individuals...

  The Pueblo of Santa Ana - The Tamaya Mist Spa & Salon at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe in New Mexico, has recently been named one of the top resort spas in the country by Condé Nast Traveler,...

Albuquerque, NM - ABQ Trolley Co., Albuquerque's only guided city tour company, is excited to announce the 2010 Season with 1st Annual Celebrity Tour Guide Days event. Opening Day for Season 2 is April 1st and Celebrity Tour Guide Days is scheduled for...

ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to announce the 10th production in its ongoing Patty Disney Zarzuela Series.  La Dolorosa, produced in partnership with Teatro Nuevo México, opens on Friday, April 9th and...

  ALBUQUERQUE, NM – EXPO New Mexico / New Mexico State Fair General Manager Craig Swagerty and the New Mexico State Fair Commission today announced the dates for the 2010 New Mexico State Fair. The 2010 Fair will run Friday, September 10 through...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (March 18, 2010) – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is proud to announce the appointment of its Board Chair Ronald Solimon to the United States Travel and Tourism Advisory Board (TTAB). Solimon, who is the President...

Steve and Kathy Hiatt, owners of the Bottger Mansion Bed & Breakfast in Old Town Albuquerque, are seeking photographs of the Bottger Mansion Bed & Breakfast for the 100th anniversary of the house built in 1910 by Charles Bottger.  The mansion...

ALBUQUERQUE—Steve and Kathy Hiatt, owners of the Bottger Mansion Bed & Breakfast in Old Town Albuquerque, are seeking photographs of the Bottger Mansion Bed & Breakfast for the 100th anniversary of the house built in 1910 by Charles Bottger....

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has released the 2010 Official Albuquerque Visitors Guide & Vacation Planner. The annual marketing publication for travel and hospitality-related business is produced by the...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM - Very shortly, approximately 2,000 motorhome families will gather in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for the Family Motor Coach Association's 83rd International Convention. The gathering of this international motorhome owners' club will take place...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM - When Family Motor Coach Association members depart New Mexico at the end of the group's upcoming convention, they will leave behind a lasting legacy by way of several charitable programs.  The Cincinnati-based international motorhome...

March 8, 2011New Mexico Sports Authority Joins T-Birdsfor First-Ever Fan FiestaWhen the Tulsa 66ers travel to the Santa Ana Star Center March 18, 2011 to take on the New Mexico Thunderbirds, they’ll face more than their NBA D-League Central foes.The...

March 8, 2011New Mexico Sports Authority Joins T-Birdsfor First-Ever Fan FiestaWhen the Tulsa 66ers travel to the Santa Ana Star Center March 18, 2011 to take on the New Mexico Thunderbirds, they’ll face more than their NBA D-League Central foes.The...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) announces several staff changes and additions in our leisure marketing group, which is part of the Marketing, Communications & Tourism Division. Megan Mayo, Communications &...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Adams State College (ASC) of Alamosa, CO has been selected to host the 2010 and 2011 NCAA Division II National Indoor Track & Field Championships at the Albuquerque Convention Center. The meets are scheduled for this weekend, March...

ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to present El Pintor: Perfiles de Mujer for two nights, March 12 and 13 at 8 pm in its Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts.  Tickets are $15, $20, $25 with a $5 NHCC member...

Washington, DC – Sister Cities International announced today the launch of its first Annual Conference website. The site will serve as the main hub of information for the organization’s July 29-31, 2010 event in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Visit...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM- Very shortly, approximately 2,000 motorhome families will gather in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for the Family Motor Coach Association's 83rd International Convention. The gathering of this international motorhome owners' club will take place...

Cedar Crest, NM–The Sandia Mountain Natural History Center will kick off their first event of the season Saturday, March 6th. The Center’s popular “First Saturday” series offers visitors a chance to explore nature in the beautiful...

INDIANAPOLIS - The growing rivalry between two-time Olympic medalist Bernard Lagat and reigning U.S. 10,000m champion Galen Rupp will be one of several highly anticipated men's running events that will take center stage at the 2010 USA Indoor Track &...

Santa Fe, NM – February 15, 2010)  Ever wanted to learn how to cook Native American foods, mix the perfect margarita, toss an authentic Caesar salad or make incredible tacos?  These and other classes are there for the taking during New Mexico’s...

  Albuquerque, NM, February XX, 2010 — Albuquerque’s expansive, enchanting skies and unique wind currents entice a variety of ‘sky sailors.’ The Balloon Museum’s newest exhibition – Sky Sailing! – opens...

  Albuquerque, New Mexico, February 16, 2010 -- The Radisson Hotel Albuquerque announced today that its 30,000 square-foot indoor Water Park will open on March 12, 2010.   The Water Park’s five fun pool features include: ·        ...

  Albuquerque, NM – IACREOT, the International Association of Clerks, Recorders, Election Officials and Treasurers, has chosen Albuquerque as the host for its 2012 Annual Convention. A committee led by the Albuquerque Convention & Visitors...

     ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to announce the fifth annual “Women & Creativity,” a month-long celebration of women and the arts beginning this March at various locations...

What: A Chautauqua by Edward Wallace on the Life and Times of Jim Beckwourth  (sponsored by the Friends of Coronado State Monument)   Who: Edward Wallace   Edward Wallace has worked as an “extra” in movies and is a volunteer...

What: A Walking Stick Workshop (sponsored by the Friends of Coronado State Monument)   Who: Ranger Annie Campagna  and Carol Price   Synopsis: The Friends of Coronado State Monument present a walking stick workshop.  With spring...

ALAMOSA, Colo.— Adams State College is set to host the 2010 and 2011 NCAA Division II National Indoor Track & Field Championships. The meets will be held Mar. 12-13, 2010 and Mar. 11-12, 2011 in the Albuquerque (N.M.) Convention Center.The Albuquerque...

Albuquerque, NM – El Pinto Foods announced today that the restaurant and manufacturing plant will be featured this Thursday night, February 11th at 7pm MST on The History Channel’s TV series, Food Tech. Hosted by Bobby Bognar, the episode is about...

Albuquerque, NM - The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) announces it March 2010 line up of events and programs, which kick off the second half of its programming year from February through July, 2010.  The NHCC will be offering a mix of visual,...

          ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) announces it annual CARNAVAL Celebration on Saturday, February 20 at 8 pm.  Tickets are $15, $20, $25 with a $5 NHCC member discount...

  (Santa Fe, NM, January 27, 2010) – “Red or green?” may be New Mexico’s official state question, but diners will be facing many more delectable choices when the state’s first Restaurant Week promotion debuts in Santa...

Credential Procedures   Credential forms are now available on the USA Track & Field website at www.usatf.org.  To apply for media credentials, click on the “Resources For” link in the upper right corner of the USATF homepage....

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (February 3, 2010) – The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) recognized the Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) with a Best of Show Adrian Award for web marketing excellence for its winning...

Albuquerque, N.M. – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) announces the promotion of Larry Atchison to Vice President of Convention Sales, Services & Sports. In his new position, Atchison will have the primary responsibility of...

Albuquerque, N.M. – Avoiding the winter blahs has never been easier with an escape to Albuquerque. In addition to being a hub for winter specials, deals and other events, Albuquerque’s official travel website is featuring romantic hotel packages...

  ALBUQUERQUE – Now on sale at the National Hispanic Cultural Center is the publication Barelas A Través de los Años (Barelas Through the Years), a photographic history of one of Albuquerque’s most historic neighborhoods. ...

Albuquerque, NM – The 2010 RoadRunner Classic on April 24, 2010 is a one-day Omnium for Pro 1, 2 men and women and a separate Time Trial event for Cat 3, 4, 5 men and Cat 3, 4 women. The Omnium includes a 6.3 mile time trial and 63 mile men’s,...

  Albuquerque, NM -- National Nuclear Science Week is making its debut on January 25, 2010. The event is a national, broadly observed week-long celebration of how human knowledge has directed the energy of our most fundamental component, the atom,...

No place on Earth has a more beloved, and specific, local cuisine than New Mexico. In a land where the state question is “red or green?” one can only conclude that New Mexicans take their eating seriously.   They also take their recipes...

ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) announces its latest collaborative theatrical project with Santa Fe based Teatro Paraguas, The Ballad of Sucio’s Frog, opening Thursday, February 4 and running through Sunday, February...

Pasadena, California (January 1, 2009) – For the second time in three years, the State of New Mexico’s float entry in today’s Tournament of Roses® Parade – “Enchantment is in the Air” - is winner of the coveted Grand...

ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) and Cervantes Institute are proud to announce the 2nd Annual Operas Primeras Film Series beginning Thursday, January 7th and running every Thursday through February 18th. All films take place...

A two-time Emmy Award® winner and his daughter; and the reigning Miss New Mexico, a former Miss New Mexico and an employee of New Mexico State Parks will join Academy-Award®-winning Pepé Le Pew and Penelope Pussycat aboard “Enchantment...

The smash hit arena show Walking With Dinosaurs - The Arena Spectacular to play Santa Ana Star Center March 17-21. What: Special public appearance of Baby T. Rex at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science, one of the 17 life-sized, “live”...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Albuquerque welcomes fans of the Fresno State Bulldogs and the Wyoming Cowboys for the 4th annual New Mexico Bowl on December 19, 2009. Football fans are encouraged to spend a few extra days to experience the holidays in Albuquerque....

New Mexico’s busiest web site (www.newmexico.org) is about to get a whole lot busier, thanks to a new section that will appeal to food fans everywhere.The New Mexico Tourism Department is rolling out its new Culinary Trails section on the web site...

Laguna Development Corporation celebrates the grand opening of the newly renovated Dancing Eagle Casino on Thursday, December 10, 2009. “Everything is great at Exit 108 - from top to bottom, every where you look you will see something new,” said...

Albuquerque, NM – El Pinto Restaurant and Cantina will take over the restaurant that occupies The Balloon Fiesta Park and create an authentic New Mexico Christmas. The venue is located at the Balloon Fiesta Park and will accommodate large private parties...

Isotopes Park will play host to a pair of Major League Spring Training exhibition contests next year as the Colorado Rockies and Seattle Mariners will play back-to-back games in Albuquerque on Friday, April 2 and Saturday, April 3, 2010.    The...

ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is teaming up with the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) and the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) in presenting ORNAMENTS Celebrating the Stories of Albuquerque. This event...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Penny pinchers be advised: Albuquerque’s affordable holiday deals and festivities should be on your to-do list this holiday season. Within a short drive or a direct flight, you can be strolling the laid-back streets of Albuquerque...

ABQ RIDE is pleased to announce the upcoming 2009 Luminaria Tour. The event will take place on the evening of December 24th. Tickets go on sale Friday, November 27th, 2009. Costumed greeters will welcome tour goers in a waiting area with Holiday decorations,...

WHAT: The Western Music Association rolls back into town this Thursday, November 19th for the 21st Annual Showcase & Awards Show. Free daytime events include yodeling and harmony contests, a harmonica workshop, vendor shows, a DJ panel, live performances...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has once again been recognized with an outstanding achievement award at the 2009 Best Idea Program Achievement Awards. The annual event, sponsored by the Western Association of...

Albuquerque, N.M., November 11, 2009 – LA OJA – New Mexi-Cali Flavor at the Doubletree Hotel – Albuquerque’s hottest new restaurant, celebrated their re-launch today with a well-attended kick-off party.  Joseph Chavez, Doubletree...

The USA Track & Field Indoor Championships will be held at the Albuquerque Convention Center February 27 – 28, 2010. Tickets for the event go on sale this Friday, November 6, 2009 and can be purchased through the UNM Ticket Office. The event brings...

Albuquerque, N.M. –With tremendous year-round weather, Albuquerque offers plenty of diverse events throughout the winter. Visitors can choose from holiday events, festivals, markets, exhibits, sporting events and more. Take a look at all of the winter...

Albuquerque – 29 October 2009 – The world’s largest gathering of American Indian and indigenous people will take place in Albuquerque, New Mexico in the United States of America between 22 and 24 of April 2010. The 27th Annual Gathering...

Albuquerque, NM – Announcing the Society of Vacuum Coaters inaugural Topical Conference (TopCon) on November 3-5, 2009 at the Albuquerque Marriott, Albuquerque, NM. The conference focus is Advanced Coating Technologies for Corrosion/Erosion and Decorative...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM— Ghoulish good times await participants at Albuquerque’s 3rd annual Day of the Tread event as they bike, walk and run to benefit local charities – Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation, Casa Esperanza and The Leukemia &...

¡Celébrate! The Jewish Experience in Spanish-Speaking Countries, scheduled November 5 – 15 in Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Taos is a festival of film, music, art, theater, food, exhibits and lectures highlighting the extraordinary historic and...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – As cool fall weather sets in, the events at EXPO New Mexico just keep getting hotter and hotter. In addition to the weekly Flea Market, EXPO will host four unique and diverse family events this weekend in the heart of Albuquerque.“Once...

Corrales, NM- The Chocolate Turtle Bed and Breakfast of Corrales, NM was selected as Best in the Southwest in the annual Best of BedandBreakfast.com Awards, 2009-2010. The Best of BedandBreakfast.com Awards are based upon a qualitative and quantitative review...

Albuquerque, NM – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) announces its annual Día de Muertos (Day of Dead) Celebration with three weeks of activities throughout the city. Beginning October 17th through November 8th an extensive list of Albuquerque...

Hard Rock Hotel Holdings, LLC and HRHH IP, LLC have entered into a license agreement with the Pueblo of Isleta which, pending the review of the National Indian Gaming Commission, will enable the Pueblo of Isleta to brand its newly expanded hotel and casino...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM --- The 2009 American College of Nurse Practitioners (ACNP) National Clinical Conference Nurse Practitioners: Shaping Policy, Improving Practice is the premier educational event for nurse practitioners. The conference will be held at the Albuquerque...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The 2009 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta “Mass Happiness,” launching October 3-11, is bringing hot air balloonists and tourists from around the globe to Albuquerque, New Mexico (http://www.itsatrip.org). The 38th...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – For the 13th year in a row, the Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) was recognized with a Gold Service Award by Meetings & Conventions magazine. Association Conventions & Facilities magazine also named ACVB...

ALBUQUERQUE – Visitors to the 2009 New Mexico State Fair will notice several major improvements throughout the grounds, including a completely renovated and remodeled Villa Hispana and newly resurfaced Midway and Food Court areas. Last year, Expo New...

Albuquerque, NM – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to announce its newest art exhibition Confluencias II: Inside Arte Cubano Contemporáneo with a free public reception on Sunday, September 13 from 2 pm to 4 pm in the Center’s...

(Bernalillo, NM-August 26, 2009)- For the fourth year, visitors to the New Mexico Wine Festival will have another transportation alternative to get to the wildly popular affair. The New Mexico Rail Runner Express is once again offering special train service...

ALBUQUERQUE-The 2009 New Mexico State Fair, in association with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture, New Mexico Restaurant Association, Central New Mexico Community College Department of Culinary Arts/Hospitality & Tourism and the American Culinary...

The annual Corrales Harvest Festival and the Wagner's Farmland Experience corn maze attract visitors by the thousands in search of some old-fashioned country fun for children of all ages.“The Corrales Harvest festival is a time when people gather to...

For the fourth year, visitors to the New Mexico Wine Festival will have another transportation alternative to get to the wildly popular affair. The New Mexico Rail Runner Express is once again offering special train service over the upcoming long Labor Day...

ALBUQUERQUE- Mayor Martin J. Chavez to announce the start of a new Rapid Ride route. ABQ Ride is taking yet another step to provide 21st Century transportation for a 21st Century city. The new Rapid Ride Green Line #777 brings service to eastern Albuquerque,...

Albuquerque, NM–The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science welcomes Kirt Kempter, Ph.D., for a lecture entitled, The Geologic Story of Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument, Tuesday, September 22, at 7 p.m.Dr. Kempter will present the...

ALBUQUERQUE—August 12, 2009— The initials “GM” can stand for several things … for example, general manager or General Motors. At the New Mexico State Fair it stands for Grand Marshal as in Grand Marshal of the annual State Fair...

DATES: October 3 - December 12, 2009 EVENTS: Saturday, Oct. 3, 6-8pm: Opening reception at 516 ARTS Saturday. Oct. 3, 2pm: Panel Discussion with Guggenheim Fellows Michael P. Berman, David Taylor & Erika Blumenfeld Saturday, Oct. 24, 10am-1pm:...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (August 7, 2009) – Travelers seeking an affordable vacation packed with activities should consider Albuquerque, New Mexico for their next getaway. Others are touting how great Albuquerque is on the “best city” lists for several...

The Sierpinski triangle follows a set of simple instructions that are repeated indefinitely. It has been studied as a model for self-organizing natural and biological systems. Some have theorized that the Paleolithic cave artists were like shamans, retreating...

Albuquerque, NM (PRWEB) August 1, 2009 -- After years of grassroots and individual effort in revitalizing the community and forging the acceptance of a sector plan, city and state officials announced that Albuquerque's stylish Nob Hill neighborhood would...

Albuquerque, NM Sept. 25 & 26 Southwest’s hottest world music fest is a global barn-burner! String Wizards, Bluegrass Legends, Brazilian Honky-Tonk and Native American Stars added to bill American Roots goes International with 2-Time Grammy winner...

Since the first modest ascension of 13 balloons on a chilly April morning in 1972, people have gathered to watch and be a part of Balloon Fiesta. Between then and now, Balloon Fiesta has grown into the largest hot air balloon gathering in the world. And,...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Youth National Arabian and Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show (Youth Nationals) will celebrate its 17th year in Albuquerque, N.M., at EXPO New Mexico, Saturday, July 25 through August 1. The Arabian Horse Association (AHA) of...

U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement WASHINGTON D.C., June 8, 2009 -- Downtown Action Team has been selected for the 2009 Best of Albuquerque Award in the Community Affairs & Services category by the U.S. Commerce Association...

The Albuquerque Art Business Association is proud to present the 2nd Annual Local Treasures celebration of the visual arts in Albuquerque. Festivities include two Artscrawl events, an honors reception at the Albuquerque Museum, special gallery events honoring...

INDIANAPOLIS – Doug Logan, CEO, USA Track & Field announced today at a press conference in Albuquerque, N.M., that the 2010, 2011 and 2012 USA Indoor Track & Field Championships, the final event of the Indoor Visa Championship Series, will be...

Available at 15% discount through Friday, August 7 ONLY! ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Mega Ride Passes are back at the 2009 New Mexico State Fair by popular demand. Each Mega Ride Pass entitles the purchaser to ride as many rides as they want, any time they want,...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Citing unavoidable delays in receiving products from the factory, it was announced today that the official re-opening of Andaluz (formerly the La Posada de Albuquerque) has been delayed from September 1 to October 1. “We’re...

¡Globalquerque! presents Localquerque! will feature some of the best local World Music acts from our own New Mexican back yard! Performers include Wagogo (New Mexico/Zimbabwe), Rebbes Orkestra (Klezmer/Judaic), Los Reyes de Albuquerque (New Mexico,...

Albuquerque, NM – In an effort to engage potential visitors to discover all of Albuquerque, New Mexico’s unique offerings, the Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has recruited 11 locals in 10 categories to help tell the city’s...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – To help enhance the Albuquerque visitor experience, the Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has partnered with CNM to develop the Albuquerque Concierge Excellence (A.C.E.) training program. The program objective...

Governor Bill Richardson today announced that the newly completed Pete V. Domenici Education Center at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque has been awarded the top environmental certification, LEED Gold, by the U.S. Green Building Council....

At the heart of Northern New Mexico’s legendary Ghost Ranch, a semicircular arc of red-orange cliffs catch and transmute the drama of New Mexico’s roiling skies in varied, often startling ways. Spreading beyond these Cliffs of Shining Stone in...

(ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., June 18, 2009) -- Vintage Albuquerque events, from wine tastings to gourmet dinners prepared by top chefs, are scheduled for June 24-27 in a number of locations throughout the Albuquerque area. Funds raised from these popular summertime...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM --- This summer and fall more than 25 New Mexico art organizations are joining together to present LAND/ART, a collaboration of environmentally inspired art. This six-month explorative project will examine relationships of land, art and community...

MEDIA ADVISORY   What:         Ensuring Top-Notch Customer Service and Destination Knowledge Focus of Hospitality Event    Where:      Hilton Albuquerque Hotel                  ...

The Arabian horse industry’s largest event for youth, the Youth National Arabian and Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show, moves into Expo New Mexico in Albuquerque, July 25-August 1, 2009. The eight-day event combines top-level equine competition in...

Albuquerque, NM–The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science welcomes Anna Sofaer and Paul Pino for a lecture entitled, Chaco Astronomy, Wednesday, June 17, at 7 p.m. High on a butte in New Mexico's Chaco Canyon at summer solstice in 1977,...

Albuquerque, N.M. –Visitors will enjoy a diverse array of events in Albuquerque this summer and fall. During any given week choose from concerts, festivals, markets, exhibits, sporting events and more. Visit www.itsatrip.org for additional...

Experimental Geography opens June 28 at The Albuquerque Museum and explores the distinctions between geographical study and artistic experience of the earth, as well as the juncture where the two realms collide and possibly make a new field altogether. The...

Poet Janine Pommy Vega will perform her poetry at the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) on June 30 at 6:00 PM in the Salo´n Ortega of the History and Literary Arts building. It is a FREE EVENT held in conjunction with Acequia Booksellers of Albuquerque....

Metamorfosis Documentation Project (Armando Espinosa Prieto and Craig Johnson) is completing a collaborative project with the community of Teotitlán del Valle, a village in southern Oaxaca, to document La Danza de la Pluma (The Feather Dance). In...

In order to celebrate the 70th birthday of the historic property ANDALUZ is offering seven (7) free weekend getaways to the people who submit their unique and charming memories of the Historic ANDALUZ Property. When: Submissions will be...

Albuquerque, NM - ABQ Trolley Co., in conjunction with Sandiago's Mexican Grill at The Tram, announce the first ever "Sandia Sundown" tour. This unique, custom tour will be a way for Albuquerque visitors and locals to enjoy an all-inclusive, guided tour to...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (May 28, 2009) – In the new Disney/Pixar film Up, opening in theaters Friday, May 29th, a balloon salesman ties 1,000 helium-filled balloons to his house in search of adventure. You can experience the adventure of a lifetime witnessing...

Washington, DC (May 26, 2009)—Kiplinger’s Personal Finance has named its 10 Best Cities of 2009, selecting locales offering solid employment opportunities and the talent to create new, well-paying positions. A healthy job market means these cities...

FROM SNEAK PEEKS OF EXCLUSIVE 3D FILM FOOTAGE TO SUMMERTIME SNOW – DISNEY PULLS OUT ALL THE WHISTLE STOPS FOR 40-CITY TRAVELING EXPERIENCE Departing Los Angeles May 22; Tour to Cover More Than 16,000 Miles   Disney is pulling out all the...

The ABQ BioPark welcomed a newborn reticulated giraffe calf on Thursday, May 21 at 4:55pm. The male calf was born to 14-year-old Kashka and 10-year-old Buccaneer. Dozens of visitors witnessed the birth and the newborn’s first steps about 30 minutes...

Hoop It Up, the largest 3on3 basketball tour in the world, will bring top-notch competition, entertainment and excitement to Albuquerque, New Mexico on Saturday and Sunday, June 13-14, 2009. The event will take place at Civic Plaza on the Downtown Streets,...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM –Duke City BMX will once again host the American Bicycle Association (ABA) Spring Nationals May 22-24, 2009. The race is the largest BMX event in New Mexico and it draws riders and guests from across North American and beyond. According...

Experimental Geography opens June 28 at The Albuquerque Museum and explores the distinctions between geographical study and artistic experience of the earth, as well as the juncture where the two realms collide and possibly make a new field altogether. The...

In an effort to engage potential visitors to discover all of Albuquerque’s unique offerings, the Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has recruited 11 locals in 10 categories to help tell the city’s story. The national campaign...

Albuquerque, NM - ABQ Trolley Co. owners Jesse Herron and Michael M. Silva, Jr. announce the arrival of Albuquerque's newest city tour company. ABQ Trolley Co. will begin service on Tuesday, May 5th. ABQ Trolley Co. brings a much needed city tour service...

The Youth National Arabian and Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show comes to Expo New Mexico for the 17th time, July 25 – August 1, 2009. The event, which has become a summer staple for the Albuquerque community, attracts thousands of the country’s...

Albuquerque, NM – Boaz Frankel is making the “Un-Road Trip” across the country for 10 weeks and stopping in Albuquerque on Wednesday, April 29th. The goal of the trip is to criss-cross the country using every possible mode of transportation...

The Pueblo of Santa Ana- The Hyatt Regency Tamaya, located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe in New Mexico, has received 15 industry awards and accolades between 2007 and April, 2009 by the leading travel, golf, and professional meeting publications for...

Families, ecology enthusiasts and arm-chair naturalists are invited to participate in New Mexico’s first BioBlitz, a 24-hour biological inventory where scientists together with the public explore all the living organisms found at the Rio Grande Nature...

One of Albuquerque's largest car shows takes place every May at The Albuquerque Museum of Art & History. On Sunday, May 17 car lovers will gather for the 25th Annual Albuquerque Museum/New Mexico Council of Car Clubs Automobile Show. Hundreds of antique,...

Albuquerque, NM -- Carolyn Pollack Jewelry unveiled its new Mesa Verde designer sterling silver and natural gemstone collection today to highlight environmental awareness during Earth Month.The Mesa Verde collection of necklaces, bracelets and earrings is...

Albuquerque master artist and arts activist, Robert Hooton’s work will be celebrated in an intimate installation, Robert Hooton / Albuquerque Elders, at the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History through May 31, 2009.The 16 works in this installation...

516 ARTS and LA Artcore present a collaborative exhibition in both Albuquerque and Los Angeles, featuring 20 artists from diverse backgrounds and communities in our two western cities as well as a video program. Concurrent installations will be on view...

In the summer and fall of 2009 a group of New Mexico arts organizations will join together to present LAND/ART,exploring relationships of land, art and community through exhibitions, site-specifi c art works, a speakers series,performances, tours, excursions...

L A N D A R TArt • Nature • CommunityWHEN: June 27 - 28, 2009WHERE: The Albuquerque Museum, 2000 Mountain Rd. NW, 505-243-7255, www.cabq.gov/museum516 ARTS, 516 Central Ave. SW, Albuquerque, 505-242-1445, www.516arts.org& outdoor locationsHOW...

As a result of average winter snowpack in our northern and Colorado’s San Juan Mountains and the predicted average runoff from those regions, reservoir levels are projected to be good in much of New Mexico for the Memorial Day and Independence Day holidays....

Albuquerque celebrates American Indian Week with a variety of festivities.   Traditional Native American Dance Performances April 18 & 19 Great American Indian Dancers   11am & 2pm   Plains Zuni Olla Maidens   12pm...

The new National Museum of Nuclear Science & History will open its doors on April 4, 2009. This “new” Museum has served as a national resource through its collections and programming for 40 years. Formerly the National Atomic Museum, which...

La Bella Spa Salon is rightsizing its business and consolidating to its flagship location at 10126 Coors Blvd. NW in early April. This decision allows the company to retain all of its employees, while expanding hours, physical space and  continuing to...

The NAACP Southwestern Region VI will conduct its 61st Annual Training Conference March 26-28, 2009 at the Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown Hotel. The theme for the Conference is NAACP CENTENNIAL: “100 YEARS AND THE STRUGGLE CONTINUES.” Region VI...

In what has to be one of the greatest breaks from tradition in its long and storied history, the University of New Mexico’s “The Pit” in Albuquerque will host the world’s best bull riders and bulls for three days of non-stop competition...

Albuquerque, NM – Albuquerque, New Mexico was ranked as the second most affordable destination in the country by AAA in 2008. In addition to being a great value all of the time, the Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau has joined together with...

The Aquarium’s Shark Exhibit has some new residents!  Two Pacific zebra sharks were moved to the shark tank last week to acclimate to their new digs and are now on exhibit.  “The zebra sharks look quite different from our other sharks,...

Cedar Crest, NM–The Sandia Mountain Natural History Center will kick off their first event of the season this Saturday, March 7th. The Center’s popular “First Saturday” series offers visitors a chance to explore nature in the beautiful...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Saenz Productions and the world-famous Greg Jackson’s Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Gym will team up to host the first-ever Duke City Mixed Martial Arts Series fight on March 14th at the Albuquerque Convention Center. The Duke City...

Laurie Anderson is one of the seminal artists of our time. Her genre-crossing work encompasses performance, film, music, installation, writing, photography and sculpture. Anderson will perform Burning Leaves: A Retrospective of Song and Stories at the KiMo...

Albuquerque—The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science is showcasing the best in nature photography with the North American Nature Photography Association’s exhibit, “NANPA Award Winners: 1997-2009.” Thirteen full-color photographs...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM- Eva Encinias Sandoval, director of the National Institute of Flamenco (NIF) recently announced that after 22 years of continuous production, Festival Flamenco Internacional de Alburquerque will be suspended in 2009. The ten-day event features...

Albuquerque – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to present Women & Creativity 2009, a month-long celebration from March 1 - 31 promoting women in the arts. This festival is sponsored by Mark Pardo Salons and runs the entire month...

The momentous opening of the Alvarado Hotel in May of 1902 was reported in newspapers from Los Angeles to Topeka. For most travelers this majestic hotel was their first impression of Albuquerque. For over sixty-five years the hotel was a busy center of travel...

Government, civic and business officials from New Mexico, Chihuahua, Mexico, and AeroMexico commemorated February 9, 2009 the historic launch of the first scheduled airline service between Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Chihuahua City, Chihuahua, Mexico. Jose...

Albuquerque, NM, February 11, 2009—Kim Vejil believes every couple in love should have a beautiful setting for their most important wedding day. The owner of Casa de Colores, a hacienda type bed and breakfast just minutes from Old Town that features an authentic...

Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque Convention Center will host more than 1,000 youth fencers from across the country during the Junior Olympic competition this weekend, February 13 – 16, 2009. The United States Fencing Association, in coordination...

Albuquerque, N.M. –Visitors will enjoy a diverse array of events in Albuquerque this spring. During any given week choose from concerts, festivals, markets, exhibits, sporting events and more. Visit www.itsatrip.org for additional events and details...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – With the Albuquerque Thunderbirds playing a series of road games this weekend, Tingley Coliseum will once again play host to the Shrine Circus, while Bob Gerding’s Outdoor Adventure Hunting & Fishing expo and the New Mexico...

Albuquerque, NM (January 13, 2009) The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC), in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention presents, “Through the Eyes of the Eagle:  Illustrating Healthy Living for Children,” a national...

The Sandia Mountain Volleyball Classic returns for its third year to Albuquerque May 16t and 17, 2009, attracting top level competition from around the nation and offering multiple divisions for event participants.  Set at the foothills of the majestic...

Albuquerque, NM - The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is pleased to report that amidst the current economic conditions, Albuquerque is among a few destinations that saw increases in lodging demand for 2008. The newly released Smith Travel...

Albuquerque, NM – With news of the challenging economic times all around us, Albuquerque is an affordable getaway option for the year’s most romantic weekend. With Valentine’s Day falling on a Saturday this year, it’s a great excuse...

Albuquerque – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to present Carnaval Celebration: Carnaval Dance Party to kick off the beginning of the Lenten season. This celebration is a two night event that will be held on Friday, February 20...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The new National Museum of Nuclear Science & History will open its doors to the world on April 4, 2009. This “new” museum has served as a national resource through its collections and programming for 40 years. Formerly...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Albuquerque welcomes the Go West Summit Tradeshow from January 26-28, 2009.  Hosting Go West is an excellent opportunity to showcase Albuquerque and New Mexico’s tourism offerings for an international audience.   The...

ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is pleased to announce a concert by Gabriel Alegría’s Afro-Peruvian Sextet on Saturday, February 14th, 2009 at 8 pm.  The NHCC is located at 1701 4th Street SW on the corner...

Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) announces its new interactive Google Maps on www.itsatrip.org. As indicated by the ACVB’s internal survey, maps are one of the most important features on a travel planning...

Albuquerque, NM – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to announce a free public reception for the opening of two exhibitions on Friday, February 6, 2009 from 6 pm – 8 pm in the art museum.  The NHCC is showcasing the work...

ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque Hilton Hotel, a landmark in the city’s midtown area for nearly 40 years, is undergoing a comprehensive $14 million “greenovation” that will incorporate energy and water conservation and feature a fresh,...

ALBUQUERQUE – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to announce two evening shows by acclaimed performance group Culture Clash in their latest production Culture Clash in AmeriCCa at 8 pm on January 23 and 24, 2009. Culture Clash visits...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – For the 12th year in a row, the Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) was recognized with a Gold Service Award by Meetings & Conventions magazine. This prestigious award commends ACVB’s Convention Services staff...

ALBUQUERQUE-Mayor Martin J. Chávez and ABQ RIDE Director Greg Payne are pleased to announce the launch of the new Albuquerque International Sunport/Downtown Nonstop Express Route. The route begins service today, the same day as the inaugural Rail Runner...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is offering visitors a view behind-the-scenes with tours of the Museum’s Bioscience and Geoscience collections. Geoscience tour participants will gain entry to the Museum’s...

Events January 17- March 21, 2009 516 ARTS is pleased to announce Chicana Badgirls: Las Hociconas opening Saturday, January 17, 6-8pm, as part of a series of programs focusing on activism and feminism. This exhibition brings together the multimedia work...

ALBUQUERQUE – Mayor Martin J. Chávez and ABQ RIDE Director, Greg Payne, announced today that ticket sales for the 2008 Luminaria Tour are headed for another sell out. Only about 2,055 tickets remain after the first weekend of sales. “The...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) presents the Feast of Guadalupe Concert & Celebration on Tuesday, December 16 at 7 pm in the Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts. The NHCC is located at 1701 4th Street SW.  This...

FIRST PRIZE $200SECOND PRIZE $150THIRD PRIZE $100 Eligibility: - The competition is open to everyone including Indian Pueblo Cultural Center employees and their families.- Teen and Youth entrants may receive adult supervision in the baking of the gingerbread;...

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Albuquerque, NM – Tours of Old Town premiers the first show in their ‘Old Town Ghost Theater’ series, “Outlaw,Lawman & Ghost ~ Milton J. Yarberry”, on Friday, November 28th at 6:30pm. Hosted by the spirited “ghost”...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—On Christmas Eve at Taos Pueblo in northern New Mexico, the smoke of bonfires turns the dusky sky black as embers shoot up to mix with starlight. Gunfire echoes in the frigid air, and when the church doors open we hear the traditional hymns...

Globalquerque! is thrilled to announce our selection for the festival's 2009 Official Poster Artist: Jade Leyva.Jade is finishing up a beautiful new work specifically created for the Globalquerque! 2009 official festival image. The painting will be used...

Mayor Martin Chavez and ABQ RIDE Director Greg Payne are pleased to announce the upcoming 2008 Luminaria Tour. The event will take place on the evening of December 24th. Tickets will go on sale Friday, November 28th, 2008. Costumed greeters will welcome...

The holiday season is nearly here, with all the fun and excitement it brings! The City of Albuquerque and the New Mexico BioPark Society invite you to get out and have some fun at the 12th annual River of Lights Holiday Light Festival! From November 29...

EXPO New Mexico will host a pair of major events that are open to the public in addition to the state’s oldest and largest Flea Market, which takes place every weekend on the Midway parking lot. The Zia Arts & Crafts Festival takes place Friday...

SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson announced that direct passenger air service between Albuquerque and Chihuahua City, Chihuahua will commence in the next 60 days, under terms of an intergovernmental agreement signed today. Aeromexico, which has worked...

Albuquerque, N.M. – The festive holiday season brings a variety of opportunities to experience Albuquerque’s unique culture. During any given week choose from art exhibits, music concerts, sporting events, cultural festivals and more. Visit...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Disney’s “High School Musical 3: Senior Year,” hit the big screen October 24th. The “High School Musical” series is set in Albuquerque, New Mexico (www.itsatrip.org). The movie’s main character...

Artspace 116 announces Repetitive Longings, an exhibit of works by Albuquerque artist Stephanie Lerma showing January 16 - March 13, 2009 . An artist who creates in many different types of media, Lerma has chosen for this exhibit to present cast and handmade...

The 11th Annual Old Town Holiday Stroll, one of the largest and best-known events of the holiday season, will be held on Friday, December 5, 2008, from noon to 9:00 p.m.Festivities include music and entertainment throughout Old Town, a pet adoption event...

Albuquerque, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau welcomes The Arc of the United States for its annual convention themed "Telling Our Story - Weaving Our Future" November 5-8, 2008. The Arc is the world’s largest community...

The Travel Industry Association (TIA) today released its annual travel forecast indicating that an uncertain economic climate is leading American and global travelers to change their behaviors. Although leisure travel is stable, business travel is projected...

The Albuquerque Museum of Art and History has achieved accreditation from the American Association of Museums (AAM), the highest national recognition for a museum. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, to governments, funders, outside...

ALBUQUERQUE – Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club is ranked as the third best public golf course in the United States, according to a newly released Readers’ Choice Poll by subscribers of Golf World magazine, a Golf Digest publication. The ranking was a stunning...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM—On October 26th ghouls, goblins and creepy, crawly, scary things from all over the city will emerge to run, bike or walk in the annual Day of the Tread event to benefit Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation and Casa Esperanza. The 2008 Day of...

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Albuquerque, New Mexico – Heritage Hotels & Resorts is doing its part to help the environment and has developed a Going Green environmental program within its hotels and among its employees. This group of independent hotels located in Albuquerque,...

Albuquerque, NM—The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science plunges into the sea with Undersea Oasis: Coral Reef Communities, photographs by Idell Conaway. This stunning collection of 30 full-color photographs provide a rare view into the unique...

(ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.) – A completed PKF Consulting study found that significant demand for a 550-room Convention Center Headquarters Hotel exists within the full-service Albuquerque hotel market. The study was conducted to determine the potential market...

Presented by The Albuquerque Museum of Art and History and The Palace of the Governors/New Mexico History Museum Companion Lecture Series in Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Albuquerque and Santa Fe, NM —Jamestown, Quebec, Santa Fe: Three North American Beginnings...

Albuquerque, NM – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to present renowned performance artist Guillermo Gómez-Peña in his latest production “El Mexorcist 2 – America’s Most Wanted Inner Demon” Thursday,...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ALBUQUERQUE- Yjastros is an outstanding feature of Albuquerque's cultural entertainment scene and audiences will once again be impressed with the artistry presented by Joaquin Encinias. Yjastros is unique as a dance company, dancers...

The Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the historic flight that commemorates the first Atlantic crossing in a helium-filled balloon and Albuquerque’s unique place in its achievement. ...

Albuquerque, NM - The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) and the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) are proud to announce the first annual From Field to Feast Celebration, October 4 – 18, 2008. This two-week community festival celebrates the...

The National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque announces the opening of “Meso-Americhanics (Maneuvering Mestizaje) de la Torre Brothers and Border Baroque” September 12, 2008, 6 p.m., with a free public reception in the Center’s Art...

Preview Night, Thursday, November 6, 2008 6:30pm - 9:30pm honoring Jane Seymour Sponsored by the Central New Mexico Community College Foundation In its 40 year history, Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) has transitioned from a technical/vocational...

Abuquerque, N.M. – Visitors will enjoy a variety of distinctive events in Albuquerque this fall. During any given week choose from art exhibits, music concerts, sporting events, cultural festivals and more. Visit www.itsatrip.org for additional events...

The Pueblo of Jemez announces the opening of a new exhibition focusing on the history of formal education in the Jemez Valley, featuring the 100-year-old school at Jemez Pueblo. The new exhibit - “Remembering Our School Days: Education in the Jemez...

Mayor Martin Chávez, UNM President Dr. David J. Schmidly and ABQ RIDE Director Greg Payne are pleased to announce an agreement between the City of to provide shuttle service to all UNM Lobo home football games during the 2008 season.  “We...

The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) officially opened its new east entry expansion project on August 22, 2008 marking six months from the time ceremonial shovels opened ground last February. New Mexico State Governor Bill Richardson, who championed...

Pueblo of Acoma, N.M. – The opportunity to ride through the Acoma and Laguna reservations returns with the 7th Annual Tour de Acoma on Sunday, September 28, 2008. The annual event takes riders on a 25, 50 or 100-mile trek and offers the chance to ride...

Ski New Mexico announced the grand opening of the New Mexico Ski Museum on August 7, 2008. The museum is located at the base of Sandia Peak Tramway and was created to document the history and development of skiing in New Mexico. The museum contains a full...

ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is pleased to announce the Board of Directors for the fiscal year 2008-2009. The new board was elected by a unanimous vote at the 2008 ACVB Annual Luncheon.   Leading the Board...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Hot Air Balloon Capital of the world “Launches Dreams” for the 37th Annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. This year’s event will be held October 4-12, 2008 with more than 600 hot air balloons. (www.itsatrip.org/balloonfiesta)...

Scalo presents their new “Wine Down Wednesday,” tasting wines from around the world with the gourmet cuisine of Scalo Northern Italian Grill.  The first three weeks of every month you receive a four course dinner with four to five fabulous...

Artspace 116 announces Bare Ground, an exhibit of sculpture and ceramic vessels byAlbuquerque artist Elizabeth Fritzsche. Bare Ground is about creating from an intuitive mind,from a deep human response, inviting the viewer to become the art, exposing the...

Albuquerque, N.M. – Visitors will enjoy a variety of distinctive events in Albuquerque this fall. During any given week choose from art exhibits, music concerts, sporting events, cultural festivals and more.  Visit www.itsatrip.org for additional...

Beginning Friday, September 5, 2008 from 5-8:30 P.M., First Friday ARTScrawl tousr selected galleries and exhibits across Albuquerque. On September 19 from 5-8:30 P.M. ARTScrawl will be celebrated in Old Town and along historic Mountain Road. On September...

Ski New Mexico announces the grand opening of the New Mexico Ski Museum and the dedication of a commemorative plaque honoring the late New Mexico ski pioneer Robert J. Nordhaus on Thursday (August 7, 2008), beginning at 10 a.m. at the Museum’s location...

Abuquerque, N.M. – Visitors can enjoy four new exhibits displaying history, art, culture, science, the sport of ballooning and other lighter-than-air craft at the Anderson-Abruzzo International Balloon Museum this fall.     YEAR-ROUND...

Albuquerque, NM, July 23, 2008—In a press conference on July 8 at the Historic KiMo Theatre, Mayor Martin J. Chávez announced that the first-ever Gospel Music Festival held in Albuquerque, and perhaps the first in New Mexico, will be presented at the...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Change is in the air – literally. The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History construction project for its new museum has begun taking shape: the first steel has been placed on the site. The 555 cubic yards of concrete...

                  Albuquerque – The Youth National Arabian and Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show (Youth Nationals) will celebrate its 16th year in Albuquerque,...

Corrina Burns, Tourism Marketing ManagerCorrina Burns joins the ACVB as tourism marketing manager, bringing seven years of experience in the tourism industry as Public Relations and Marketing Director for Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa. Burns has a...

Barbara Marcus, Human Resources Barbara Marcus joins ACVB as the new Human Resources Manager. She has over 20 years in the field of Human Resources, coming to us most recently from New Mexico Mutual where she was the Human Resources Manager there as well....

Albuquerque – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau congratulates two staff members who were recently promoted. Bonnie Miller, Senior National Sales ManagerBonnie Miller was recently promoted from National Sales Manager responsible for East...

Albuquerque, NM  - The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) and the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) are proud to announce the first annual From Field to Feast Celebration October 4 – 18, 2008.  This two-weeklong community festival...

Come out to the Rio Grande Zoo on Saturday, August 2nd from 4:00 to 10:00pm for One Wild Night of music, dancing and fun, featuring Kathy Mattea and nine other bands. You’ll hear everything from blues to folk, bluegrass, Celtic, country and world music...

      The summer of 1978 saw a number of newsworthy events. A Pope died and another was installed. The first baby created by in vitro fertilization was born.  The Shroud of Turin went on public display for the first time in 45...

Washigton, D.C. -- Two new surveys of AAA travel agency and auto travel managers reveal that rising fuel prices are affecting Americans’ travel plans this summer. From one-on-one interactions with AAA members, 95 percent of AAA auto travel managers...

The New Mexico Sports Authority, a program of the New Mexico Tourism Department, is joining ProLink Sports-Entertainment-Media of Austin, Texas to host “the greatest tennis player of all time,” Pete Sampras, and ATP Tour star Sam Querrey in...

      ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The National Atomic Museum has contracted with Worldwide Aircraft Recovery Ltd. of Nebraska to move two of its largest artifacts: a B-29 and a B-52 bomber, both of which have been stored at the Museum’s...

Sumner & Dene is honored to host the Plein Air Painters of New Mexico "Painting the Land of Enchantment" 4th Annual Paintout Exhibition & Sale August 1-28. There are two receptions for the exhibition, Friday August 1 plus August 15, 5-9pm.  120...

Are you dreaming of a getaway vacation being involved in the events and activities of the most photographed event in the world? Have you eve dreamed of flying in a hot air balloon and experiencing the quiet wonder of floating over beautiful desert and mountain...

  Albuquerque, NM – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to announce the opening of Meso-Americhanics (Maneuvering Mestizaje) de la Torre Brothers and Border Baroque on Friday, September 12, 2008 at 6 pm with a free public reception...

Through September 7In Contemporary Rhythm: The Art of Ernest L. Blumenschein The art of Ernest Blumenschein (1874-1960) is celebrated in the comprehensive exhibition In Contemporary Rhythm: The Art of Ernest L. Blumenschein.  The exhibition will present...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Travelers looking for an affordable vacation should head to Albuquerque. AAA recently released the results of the 2008 Annual Vacation Costs Survey, ranking the least and most expensive cities to visit in the U.S. ...

Albuquerque, N.M. - The National Basketball Association announced today the affiliation system for the 2008-09 NBA Development League season.  Each NBA team has one NBA D-League affiliate to which it may assign players in their first or second NBA...

Acoma, NM - The best red and green chili anywhere in the Southwest will be in .  Sky City Casino and the International Chili Society (ICS) present the 2008 New Mexico State and Regional Chili Cook Off June 28th and 29th.  Returning for its...

– “Trappings: Story of Women Power and Clothing,” created by Two Girls Working, comes to New Mexico June 13th-August 16th. This unique collection of art creates conversations about the meaning and expression of power. Two Girls Working,...

Mayor Martin J.  Chávez announced that on Saturday,  August 16,  Old Town’s 4th Annual Salsa Fiesta will be bigger and better with an expanded competition, more activities, more entertainment and an “arts crawl” that...

ALBUQUERQUE – Mayor Martin Chávez and ABQ RIDE Director Greg Payne announced today two summer programs designed to provide the whole family with transportation options for activities, concerts, shopping and entertainment.    “Transit...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – ESPN Regional Television, a subsidiary of ESPN, Inc., announced today that the 2008 New Mexico Bowl will be played Saturday, Dec. 20 in University Stadium on the campus of the University of New Mexico. The third annual game will...

Mayor Martin Chávez and the Open Space Division Invite You to “Join Us on the Trail”During the 16th Annual National Trails Day Event On June 7th, 2008 join the Open Space Division for the 16th Annual National Trails Day (NTD) event. ...

Albuquerque, N.M. – The 22nd Annual Festival Flamenco Internacional de Alburquerque comes to Albuquerque, New Mexico June 6-15. This festival is the largest in North America, and the Festival Flamenco de Jerez, Spain has recognized it as one of the...

Dated Events - Sign up in advance as space is limited June 14         Cochiti Drum Making Workshop. Come make your own drum. 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Gabe Yellowbird, of Cochiti Pueblo, will be offering a hands-on...

ALBUQUERQUE – Mayor Martin Chávez and ABQ RIDE Director Greg Payne announced today two summer programs designed to provide the whole family with transportation options for activities, concerts, shopping and entertainment.   “Transit...

The City of Albuquerque welcomes Eliza Gilkyson to Summer Nights at the Aquarium and Botanic Garden on Thursday, June 5. Summer Nights consists of a series of musical concerts performed on Thursday evenings in the beautiful setting of the Rio Grande Botanic...

"Into America’s West" features New Mexico this week on the Travel Channel. The one-hour program is scheduled for Thursday (May 22, 2008) at 11 p.m. and rebroadcast Saturday (May 24, 2008) at 6 p.m. on the Travel Channel. Be sure to check local listings.   Emmy...

In the first ever partnership between the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and the Albuquerque BioPark, children from the Pueblo of Acoma will plant a corn field with Acoma heirloom seeds at the Albuquerque BioPark’s Heritage Farm on Sunday, May 11. ...

The art of Ernest Blumenschein (1874-1960) is celebrated in the comprehensive exhibition In Contemporary Rhythm: The Art of Ernest L. Blumenschein.  Opening Sunday, June 8, with a reception and programs from noon to 4:00 pm at the Albuquerque Museum...

Soukous legend KANDA BONGO MAN (Democratic Republic of Congo), precociously talented newcomer and son of the late Ali Farka Toure, VIEUX FARKA TOURE (Mali)and Germany's madcap genre-busters 17 HIPPIES have all been confirmed to perform at Globalquerque! New...

  "with a voice so vari-colored and many octaved that its difficult to imagine it as the product of a single larynx"  NY Times   Downs captures some of Mexicos many voices she was captivating in every sense. Blessed with a pliable voice...

CHICAGO, IL – March 31, 2008 - The four members of the ECHO Carving Team have set their sites on once again capturing a seat in the Annual ECHO Chain Saw Carving Series Championship, scheduled to occur this year under the canopy of the world famous...

CHICAGO, IL – March 31, 2008 - The 4th Annual ECHO Chain Saw Carving Series Championship is traveling to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta this fall to garner “wishes” for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Mexico.    On...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) was honored with two gold awards at the annual Cumbre Awards Dinner for the New Mexico Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). The ACVB’s gold awards...

Albuquerque, NM – Dawn of the Dinosaurs: New Mexico’s Triassic, the only Triassic Exhibit Hall in North America, opens its doors to the public at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science at 9:00 AM on May 17, 2008. Dawn of the Dinosaurs...

Albuquerque, NM – The National Video Game Association is pleased to announce the first National Video Game Championships and Super Conference. The event will be held at the Albuquerque Convention Center May 21-25, 2008. The conference will be a one-of-a-kind...

Who:               First Battalion, Seventh Marines Vietnam 1965-1970 is a nonprofit organization of approximately 1,000 former Marines who served in the battalion during the Vietnam War.   ...

What:              Albuquerque Convention Center Staff Honored as 2008 Unsung Heroes of Tourism When:             Wednesday, May...

Albuquerque, N.M. – Visitors will experience local flavor during a myriad of events in Albuquerque this summer. During any given week choose from cultural festivals, art exhibits, craft fairs, theater performances, sporting events and more. Visit...

AAA releases 2008 Vacation Costs Survey & Recommends Travelers Budget $244 Per Day According to the 2008 edition of AAA's Annual Vacation Costs Survey the recommended travel budgetfor two adults traveling together in North America is $244 per day for...

Isleta Pueblo, NM – The expanded Isleta Casino and Resort Hotel and Convention Center is slated to open July 1, 2008. The new resort hotel will have luxurious guest rooms and suites in close proximity to the new convention facilities. The property is...

ALBUQUERQUE - Mark your calendars because you don’t want to miss the 22nd Annual Festival Flamenco Internacional de Alburquerque! Once again, the University of New Mexico department of Theater and Dance, The National Institute of Flamenco, the...

Albuquerque, NM. The Albuquerque Folk Festival celebrates its tenth year at EXPO New Mexico on Saturday, June 21, expecting to attract more than 3,000 music, dance and folk arts fans to participate and learn during a full day of 120+ non-stop performances,...

Sumner & Dene presents “Lori Gordon Assemblages, One Person Show”, June 6 - 28, with a reception for the artist, Friday June 6, 5-9pm. New Orleans artist, Lori Gordon was a landscape painter prior to Katrina. While cleaning up from the hurricane...

Ski New Mexico members experienced 4 percent increase in skier days over the recently-completed 2007-20008 ski season compared to the highly-successful 2006-07 season.   “Ski season in New Mexico was incredibly exciting,” said Michael Cerletti,...

  WHEN:            June 13 - August 16, 2008 EVENTS:         Opening reception: Friday, June 13, 6-8pm music with CK Barlow                         Panel...

WHAT: Nature Journaling for Beginners WHERE: Open Space Visitor Center | 6500 Coors Blvd NW between Montaño and Paseo del Norte at the end of Bosque Meadows Rd. WHEN: Saturday, May 24, 2008 | 9:30 AM - Noon FEE: 10 dollars INSTRUCTION: Call...

This year, 2008 is the 25th Anniversary of the formation of Turquoise Trail Association, a group of business owners and artists that live along Highway 14, also called Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway. The group’s aim is to bring public attention...

First New Mexico Short Accepted Albuquerque film production company Trifecta+ Entertainment announced today their short film “Sweetie” will screen at the Cannes Film Festival in France during the 48 Hour Film Project’s “Short Film...

May 18, 2008 at 2:00 p.m.   Bernalillo, NM-Famed architect John Gaw Meem designed the Coronado State Monument as part of the New Deal. Meem is regarded as one of the most important and influential architects to have worked in New Mexico. On Sunday,...

Albuquerque, NM —The Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum will open its newest exhibition, Native Americans and Ballooning, on April 20 just prior to the 25th Annual Gathering of Nations Powwow held in Albuquerque. The exhibition honors...

          With apologies to Kermit The Frog’s song “It’s Not Easy Being Green,” the International Green Ideas Show (IGIS) intends to prove otherwise!          ...

Albuquerque, N.M. – The Gathering of Nations Pow Wow, which is North America’s largest, celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2008. The annual event takes place at the University of New Mexico Arena (the PIT) in Albuquerque April 24-26, 2008. Native...

Albuquerque, NM- This year marks the 25th anniversary of “North America’s Biggest Powwow,” the Gathering of Nations, and Southwest Stages is proud to bring the powwow to fans across North America with 12 hours of live radio coverage from...

Albuquerque, NM - Celebrating its twenty-second anniversary, The Collector’s Guide announces the new Volume 22. This once-a-year printed guidebook to the art of New Mexico has just been released, with close to 200,000 copies to be distributed around...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – When the historic La Posada de Albuquerque Hotel reopens late this year, it will feature a completely renovated interior, as well as a new name – Andaluz, as announced this morning by Historic Hotels, LLC.  The name Andaluz...

Albuquerque – Albuquerque will host the 21st annual National American Indian Science & Engineering Fair (NAISEF), the only national American Indian science fair, March 27-29, 2008. The event will take place at the Albuquerque Convention Center....

BOULDER, Colo. – Forty-eight of the nation’s best Division I and Division II men’s and women’s collegiate rugby teams will compete in the USA Rugby National Guard College Club Playoffs, April 18-20, at the Balloon Fiesta Park in Albuquerque.  ...

The Pueblo of Santa Ana, N.M. – Santa Ana Star Casino, one of New Mexico’s leading Native American gaming casinos, received the prestigious Marketer of the Year award in the Integrated Marketing Campaign category for its “This Is MY Casino”...

The Tourism Association of New Mexico (TANM)is pleased to announce the finalists for the annual Tourism Industry Association Recognition Awards, known as the TIARA Awards.  These awards help bring greater awareness to the importance of the tourism industry...

WHEN: April 12 - May 31, 2008 EVENTS: Saturday, April 12, 6-8pm: Opening receptionThursday, April 17, 8pm: Cut Up or Shut Up!, an evening of collage fi lmsSaturday, April 19, 10am: Poetry & The Absurd, Dada writing workingSaturday, May 3, 2pm: Gallery...

WHEN: April 12 - May 31, 2008Opening reception: Saturday, April 12, 6-8pmGallery Talk: Saturday, May 3, 2pm WHERE: 516 Central Avenue SW, between 5th & 6th Streets, Downtown Albuquerque HOURS: Tuesday through Saturday, 12-5pm IMAGES: Please contact...

The New Mexico Tourism Department is among 13 western states that have signed an historic agreement with U. S. government agencies pledging mutual cooperation in promoting tourism on federal lands while protecting natural, historic and cultural resources. The...

Albuquerque, NM – March 3, 2008 – Mesa del Sol officials early this morning joined Dr. Udo Ungeheuer, chairman of SCHOTT’s board of management and a host of New Mexicans including Gov. Bill Richardson and Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chavez,...

WHAT: Anne Cooper: Viridis WHEN: May 16 - June 20, 2008Artist Reception (Downtown ArtsCrawl): Friday, May 16, 5-8pmGallery hours: Monday - Friday 9–5 and by appointment WHERE: Artspace 116, 116 Central Ave SW Suite 201, downtown Albuquerque MORE...

Albuquerque - British master photographer Bill Brandt’s wide ranging work is explored in a comprehensive exhibition Bill Brandt: A Retrospective opening Sunday, March 2, 2008, at the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History with a lecture by Nancy Sutor...

Albuquerque, N.M. – Spring events showcase Albuquerque, New Mexico’s unique Southwestern appeal for visitors. During any given week visitors can choose from cultural festivals, art exhibits, craft fairs, theater performances, sporting events and...

Albuquerque, N.M. – What do you get when you bring together more than two million pounds of bowling balls, at least 126,000 bowling shoes, more than 12,000 matching shirts and 63,000 bowlers from all over the country? Answer: The world’s largest...

Albuquerque, NM -- The National Atomic Museum is preparing for a “moving” experience. Site preparations have begun at the new site of the Museum in southeast Albuquerque and the firm of MV Industries Inc. has been chosen to provide the construction...

Acoma, NM - Acoma Business Enterprises is asking all of its patrons to ‘Bear with US’ as they begin construction at Sky City Casino Hotel on March 9 through April 1, 2008.  Acoma will be replacing carpets on the casino floor and painting...

WHEN: June 13 - August 16, 2008 EVENTS: Opening reception: Friday, June 13, 6-8pm music with CK BarlowPanel Discussion: Saturday, June 14, 2pm Downtown Artscrawl: Friday, August 15, 5-8pm WHERE: 516 Central Avenue SW, between 5th & 6th Streets, Downtown...

Santa Ana Pueblo, N.M. (February 13, 2008) –The Hyatt Regency Tamaya introduces open-range, western-style riding under the turquoise skies of New Mexico with the new “Saddle Up & Spa” Dude Ranch Experience package (www.tamaya-stables.com)...

Albuquerque, NM – A new two-story east entrance to the 32-year-old Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) will begin to emerge this month thanks to the state of New Mexico. The $2 million project adds close to 19,000 sq. ft. to the main building...

WHAT: Giving Shelter A sister exhibition to The Cradle Project WHEN: March 1-29, 2008 Reception: Saturday, March 8, 6-8pm See page 2 for exhibition programs throughout the month WHERE: 516 Central Avenue SW, between 5th & 6th Streets,...

* What: The 2008 United States Bowling Congress Open Championships staff will be hosting an end-of-construction open house to offer local media a look at the completed transformation of the Albuquerque Convention Center into a 60-lane state-of-the-art bowling...

WHAT: Fernando Delgado: Compositions WHEN: April 11 - May 9, 2008 Artist Reception: Friday, April 11, 5:30 - 7:30pm Gallery hours: Monday - Friday 9–5 and by appointment WHERE: Artspace 116, 116 Central Ave SW Suite 201, downtown Albuquerque MORE...

The National Hispanic Cultural Center announces the opening of “Caminos Distintos: Patrocinio Barela and Edward Gonzales in New Mexico” on February 22, 2008, at 6 p.m. with a free public reception in the Center’s Art Museum. This exhibition,...

ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) announced today that its advertising campaign created in partnership with advertising agency McKee Wallwork Cleveland received three Gold Adrian Awards from the Hospitality Sales &...

Reception February 1, 2008 at 6pm * Eastdale Shopping Center (Eubank & Candelaria NE)Work will remain hanging throughout the month.Siegfried Hahn was born in Randfontein, Transvaal, South Africa. He became an American citizen in 1973.   His studies...

Albuquerque - On May 17, 2008, the only Triassic Exhibit Hall in North America opens its doors to the public at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science. DAWN OF THE DINOSAURS: NEW MEXICO’S TRIASSIC is dedicated to the plants and animals...

Albuquerque, N.M. – The Astana Cycling Team, led by Johan Bruyneel, formerly of Team Discovery, will train in Albuquerque January 23 – February 4, 2008. The 2008 Astana team includes eight-time Tour de France team director and Astana General Manager...

What:  Presentation:  Building a Carreta - Historical Representation of Early Spanish Transportation(sponsored by the Friends of Coronado State Monument) Who:  Lecturer/Presenter: Gary Williams, who built the caretta ("Little Cart," generally...

At this time the Gathering of Nations is set to celebrate the 25th annual Gathering of Nations Pow Wow. With more than 3000 Native American singers and dancers converging on the University of New Mexico Arena (the PIT) in Albuquerque New Mexico, April...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau President/CEO Dale Lockett and Albuquerque Convention Center General Manager Tom Morton officially welcomed the United States Bowling Congress and the 2008 USBC Open Championships at a kickoff...

* What: Media welcoming and kick off event to officially introduce the 2008 USBC Open Championships to Albuquerque, N.M. * When: Thursday, Dec. 20. The event will begin promptly at 2 p.m. * Where: Albuquerque Convention Center (East Complex NE Exhibit Hall)  *...

Get there early! Kickoff for New Mexico Bowl II between Nevada and New Mexico is 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 22, but the bowl day festivities start much earlier. The Acoma Sky City Fan Fest will run from 10 a.m. until 2:15 p.m. in the parking lots to...

ALBUQUERQUE – When was the last time you actually received a pair of free tickets to a major sporting event? Well, when the New Mexico Lobos face off with the Nevada Wolf Pack in New Mexico Bowl II, Pontiac hopes to bring a host of fans to the Albuquerque-based...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM — Nob Hill Bar & Grill, a new venture by owner Matthew Ludeman in partnership with Ambrozia Café's Chef Sam Etheridge, is set to open in early 2008 at 3128 Central Avenue in Albuquerque’s Nob Hill area. The restaurant will...

Acoma, NM--Sky City Casino Hotel is now offering FREE shuttle service to and from Sky City Cultural Center. Beginning November 29, 2007 the shuttle service will pick up at Sky City Casino Hotel at 8:00 am, 11:00 am and 1:30 pm and return to the casino...

Albuquerque - The New Mexico Italian Film Festival will open with three major attractions on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2008. An entire afternoon of Italian music, Italian film, Italian food and Italian wine, will be served up for 650 Festival patrons. The second...

Albuquerque - Embrace the holiday spirit at the Rio Grande Botanic Garden during the daylight hours through the month of December.  December Garden Holidays focuses attention on various themed displays visible throughout the facility during the day....

Albuquerque, NM—The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau’s (ACVB) redesigned website, http://www.itsatrip.org, was recently awarded with the Standard of Excellence WebAward in the Regional Category by the Web Marketing Association and a Gold 2007...

The University of Nevada Wolf Pack has accepted an invitation to play in the second edition of the New Mexico Bowl. The Wolf Pack will represent the Western Athletic Conference in the contest.   "We are proud to have the Wolf Pack coming to Albuquerque...

The New Mexico Bowl is pleased to announce that the University of New Mexico Lobos have accepted an invitation to play in the 2nd annual New Mexico Bowl. The Lobos played in the inaugural game one year ago and once again, with an 8-4 overall record, have...

ALBUQUERQUE—Mayor Martin Chavez and ABQ RIDE Director Greg Payne are pleased to announce the upcoming 2007 Luminaria Tour. The event will take place on the evening of December 24th and tickets will go on sale Friday, November 23rd, 2007.    “This...

Albuquerque—Get in the holiday spirit in Old Town, which will be aglow with luminarias, festive decorations and open for evening shopping on Friday and Saturday nights December 7th through December 22nd, and on Sunday, December 23rd, in addition to its traditional...

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is proud to announce that it has been awarded accreditation from the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP). DMAP is an international accreditation program developed by the...

Corrales, NM - Remember when holiday shopping was fun and you were delighted by the magic of the holiday decorations and the lights? Jolly Holidays in Corrales sponsored by Corrales MainStreet is the place to go.   Come to Corrales for a delightful...

Albuquerque, NM – New Mexico's largest city observes the holiday season with notable style and a variety of festivities. Within a short drive or a direct flight, you can be strolling the laid-back streets of Albuquerque - your destination for holiday...

Albuquerque, NM – The New Mexico Rail Runner Express is once again offering special Saturday service for Christmas shoppers this holiday season. Beginning November 24th through January 5th, shoppers can hop on a Rail Runner train and explore all of...

Ski Santa Fe will postpone the start of the 2007-08 ski season until after the Thanksgiving Holiday.  The lack of natural snowfall and unseasonably warm temperatures has resulted in delaying the season opening until we receive significant natural snowfall. Our...

ALBUQUERQUE – Hunt Development Group is pleased to announce the addition of Ann Taylor, Anthropologie, Fidelity Investments, L’Occitane, MAC Cosmetics, McAllister’s Deli, Pink Leash Boutique and Sleep Number by Select Comfort as new tenants...

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque office of Merrill Lynch will lend its support to the University of New Mexico Children’s Hospital as a major sponsor of the 2008 Italian Film Festival. The Feb. 10-17 event will be a celebration of Italian culture and...

Sumner & Dene presents “Small Works” December 2-31 with an opening reception Friday, December 7, 5-9pm. “Small Works” showcases the perfect gift or the piece of artwork for that intimate place in your home. Creating smaller works...

Get in the holiday mood and visit Corrales, NM on Sunday, November 18 for Sunday in the Village. Four charming Corrales Bed and Breakfasts- Casa de Koshare, Chocolate Turtle, Inn the Village, and Sandhill Crane decorated for the holidays will have Open...

Water Library consists of nine interconnected sections focusing on projects that artist Basia Irland has created over the last thirty years in Africa, Canada, Europe, South America, Southeast Asia, and the United States. Through her work, Irland offers a...

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Thunderbirds selected ten players in Thursday’s D-League Draft who will join others when training camp begins on November 11th. Joining training camp from the Thunderbirds Open Try Outs will be Abdul Mills(University of...

Albuquerque – The National Bowling Association Western Regional tournament will take place in Albuquerque November 2 – 4, 2007 at Silva Lanes, Leisure Bowl, Holiday Bowl and Lucky 66 Bowl. The three-day tournament will bring approximately 1,500...

January 15 – February 2, 2008A Cultural Crossroads of Theatre & Performance Celebrating 8 years of International TheatreAt venues across Albuquerque and Santa FeTickets On Sale January 2, 2008 In partnership with the NM Department of Cultural...

Albuquerque - The Albuquerque Museum of Art and History is pleased to announce the November 18, 2007 opening of Temples and Tombs: Treasures of Egyptian Art from The British Museum. This exciting exhibition of 85 magnificent objects selected from one of the...

Since 1967, Expo New Mexico has been home to the U.S. National Arabian & Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show 19 times. This October, competition will commence one last time before moving to Tulsa, Oklahoma in 2008. Marking this historic year in Albuquerque,...

Albuquerque, NM – The inaugural Fireball Run, a cross-country “adventurtainment” rally from Orlando to Beverly Hills, kicked off on Thursday, September 27th. The event featuring 50 teams will make a pit stop in Albuquerque on Wednesday,...

Albuquerque, NM–The 2007 Southwest Gay and Lesbian Film Festival is screening over 75 films from around the world during its week-long, multi-city run this year. Of these 75, some of the most important films originated in Spanish-speaking countries...

Firestorm • Women’s Voices RisingFirestorm is a poetry reading series featuring women poets, which was originally started in the early1990s by Juliette Torres. Current organizer Maresa Thomspon says, “The world needs women’s voices.They...

WHAT: Maratini: A Twelve Hour Improvisation Marathon   with Ecotone Physical Theatre WHEN: Friday, October 26, 2007, noon to midnight WHERE: 516 Central Avenue SW, between 5th & 6th Streets, Downtown Albuquerque IMAGES: Please contact...

WHAT: 2 shows on 2 fl oors:  R.A.i.R. Works 40 - Selected Alumni from 40 Years of the Roswell Artist-in-Residence ProgramLoosely Joined - New Mexico Artists from the Creative Capital Professional Development (Workshop presented with Santa Fe Art Institute) WHEN:...

ALBUQUERQUE and SANTA FE, NM-- The Southwest Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, sponsored by Here! and Sky Vodka and produced by Closet Cinema, kicks off its 2007 run on September 28 and wraps up on October 4. Venues this year include the historic Guild Cinema,...

"Patti Fox: One Person Show" Colorist Patti Fox presents her one person Show "Cactus Flower" plus in our upstairs showroom "Gardens of New Mexico: 14 Artists 14 Interpretations" runs October 5-29. Both exhibitions open with a reception for the artists...

The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) welcomes new staff members to the destination marketing team. KC Flores, Convention Services Manager KC Flores joins the ACVB as a convention services manager, bringing 12 years of sales and management...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) was recently awarded the Gold Service Award by Meetings & Conventions magazine subscribers, the Corporate & Incentive Travel magazine Award of Excellence and recognition...

Albuquerque - Are you looking for a getaway vacation following the events and activities of the most photographed event in the world? Have you always wanted to fly in a hot air balloon and experience the quiet wonder of flying over a beautiful landscape?...

Albuquerque, NM, August 30, 2007—James Luna, internationally known performance artist, will present “Bet It All on the Red” at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center on Saturday, September 29 at 3:30pm. Luna was the Smithsonian’s National...

  The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau congratulates three staff members who were recently promoted. Anita Sahi, Senior National Sales Manager Non-Center Anita Sahi has been promoted to Senior National Sales Manager Non-Center. She has...

ORLANDO, Florida–J “JJ” Sanchez, organizer of the Fireball Run, an annual 100 team Orlando to Beverly Hills adventure rally, today announced Albuquerque as its fifth destination stop in its Race To Recover America’s Missing Children,...

Acoma Pueblo, NM – Lee Marmon’s exhibit titled “Pueblo Places and Faces” will be on exhibit at Sky City Cultural Center beginning September 22, 2007. It will explore Mr. Marmon’s photograph career in capturing native images among...

Albuquerque – Ten years may not seem like a long time once you have celebrated your 300th birthday, but 2007 is indeed a milestone for Old Town Albuquerque. It marks the 10th year of its now-famous Holiday Stroll event, sponsored by the City of Albuquerque,...

Albuquerque, NM – Award winning films by Native Americans and indigenous filmmakers is making its debut this weekend at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) including a special screening by the “National Geographic-All Roads Film Project.”            ...

The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science has received a Museums for America Grant in the amount of $143, 957 from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. IMLS Director, Dr. Anne-Imelda M. Radice, announced the 2007 Museums for America grant...

Albuquerque - Tickets for the second annual New Mexico Bowl are now on sale. Tickets can be purchased at the University of New Mexico box office on online at www.newmexicobowl.com. After a successful inaugural Bowl Game, ticket prices will not be...

Albuquerque – The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) announces the opening of three exhibitions on Friday, September 28, 2007. Maya Textile Art: Collections of the Centro de Textiles del Mundo Maya will open to the public Friday night at...

Albuquerque, NM – Roch Hart announces the opening of New Mexico Jeep Tours serving the Albuquerque and Santa Fe area. New Mexico Jeep Tours will provide a unique experience for locals, tourists and movie scouts wishing to view off-road sights,...

ALBUQUERQUE—Tickets for the 2007 entertainment at “The Biggest Show in New Mexico” – the New Mexico State Fair – go on sale Saturday, July 28, at 10:00 a.m.. Tickets may be purchased at Expo New Mexico, on-line at www.exponm.com,...

  What:              “Test Drive an Arabian” Event When:             Wednesday, August 1, 2-4pm Where:           ...

The Great Southwestern Antique Show, the premiere antique event of New Mexico is celebrating its 9th year, and is up scaling its venue by making its move to the Convention Center, conveniently located in the heart of downtown Albuquerque.  This is one...

Albuquerque - Blue Winds Dancing: The Whitecloud Collection of Native American Art opening at The Albuquerque Museum of Art and History on Sunday, August 12 highlights 30 years of passionate collecting by Dr. Thomas and Mercedes Whitecloud.  The exhibition...

  Albuquerque - The National Flute Association will hold its 35th annual convention showcasing prominent local and international musicians August 9-12, 2007. Events for the gathering will include a variety of concerts, competitions, panels, workshops,...

ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is pleased to announce the Board of Directors for the fiscal year 2007-2008. The new board was elected by a unanimous vote at the 2007 ACVB Annual Luncheon. Heading the Board of...

Albuquerque – At the 15th Annual Youth National Arabian and Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show (Youth Nationals), the hot young Nashville group Emerson Drive with the #1 hit song Moments, will bring their 12-piece band to Albuquerque in what is sure...

Albuquerque, N.M.  The award-winning one-man show, Einstein: A StagePortrait, hits Route 66 Mother Road on August 10-12, 2007 as a benefit forMother Road Theatre Company, Albuquerque’s newest professional theatregroup. VSA Arts of New Mexico, 4904...

  The Indian Arts & Craft Association at its annual spring show and sale selected Albuquerque, New Mexico-based artist Shane Hendren as their 2007-2008 Artist of the Year.  It is the first time in the history of this organization this prestigious...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM - ¡Globalquerque! is thrilled to announce legendary blues singer KOKO TAYLOR will headline it's 2007 lineup, along with MICKEY HART's (Grateful Dead) band GLOBAL DRUM PROJECT with Zakir Hussain, Giovanni Hildago and Sikiru Adepoju (USA/India/Puerto...

  MEDIA ADVISORY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE What:         25th Anniversary Great Race Rolls into Albuquerque Where:      Albuquerque Embassy Suites Hotel & Spa, 1000 Woodward Pl NE When:      ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., July 5, 2007 – The National Basketball Association announced today its affiliation system for the 2007-08 NBA Development League season. Each of the 14 D-League teams will be affiliated with one to three NBA teams, and the NBA teams...

  Albuquerque - It’s Albuquerque’s oldest trading post, opened in 1907. Now, 100 years later, and with just one change of ownership, Wright’s Indian Art is marking its Centennial Anniversary with a gala weekend-long celebration...

Why should people in New Mexico care about Polar science?   How can thousand-year-old ice from the Arctic and Antarctic help us understand Earth’s future climate?   Who are today’s polar explorers and why do they study some of the...

516 ARTS is pleased to announce Ghosts in the Machine, an exhibition of internationally renowned video artists presented with SITE Santa Fe on both floors of 516 ARTS in Downtown Albuquerque. In the spirit of inter-city collaboration, SITE Santa Fe and 516...

ALBUQUERQUE—June 28, 2007—In a display of life stimulating art and art imitating life, the African American Performing Arts Center (AAPAC) Exhibit Hall at EXPO New Mexico announces a new exhibit featuring the artwork of 30 world-wide artists in the “International...

Albuquerque, NM—Want to become a global traveler, but don’t want to wait long months for your passport? How about circling the globe in a balloon at the Anderson-Abruzzi Albuquerque International Balloon Museum beginning Wednesday, July 4th?   The...

WHEN: Saturday, July 21, 8pm WHERE: 516 Central Avenue SW, between 5th & 6th Streets, Downtown Albuquerque HOW MUCH: Free PUBLIC INFO: tel. 505-242-1445, www.516arts.org GALLERY HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday, 12-5pm 516 ARTS invites the...

  Albuquerque – The Board of Trustees of the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science voted to accept the transfer of the Lodestar Astronomy Center from the University of New Mexico to the Museum. Effective July 1, 2007, this transfer...

              New Mexico will host the fourth annual Tony Hillerman Writers Conference: Focus on Mystery, welcoming major authors, agents, writers and mystery fans. The conference will be Nov. 1-4,...

Albuquerque, NM - June 13, 2007 - Star Limo LLC announces new black sedan chauffeured car service for Business travelers arriving in Albuquerque for business day trips.  “With the recent notoriety of Forbes Magazine ranking Albuquerque number one...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science (http://www.nmnaturalhistory.org/) announces the opening of its newest permanent exhibit – T. REX ATTACK! at the Museum at 1801 Mountain Road in Old Town Albuquerque. Visitors...

Albuquerque, NM—Mayor Martin J. Chávez, and the City of Albuquerque’s Cultural Services Department, in cooperation with the Old Town Merchants Association, today announced that the “Hot Time in Old Town” Third Annual Salsa Fiesta will...

Trout fishing at Tingley Beach has been exceptionally good this week, reported Tingley Beach Curator Rebecca Houtman. Henry Hale caught a 17” rainbow trout in the South Pond with a light egg pattern. Others have done well in the South Pond with UFOs,...

ALBUQUERQUE-Mayor Martin Chávez and ABQ RIDE Director Greg Payne are pleased to announce the return of the Albuquerque Old Town Trolley. Summer service began Memorial Day Weekend and will continue through Labor Day Weekend.   “The trolley...

  Inaugural Festival Features Principals, Soloists From Colorado Ballet And Felberg Chamber Virtuosi Led By NMSO’s David Felberg   Albuquerque, NM - Tickets go one sale tomorrow, Friday, June 1, for theinaugural Ballet Pro Musica...

ALBUQUERQUE—After waiting for over 12 years, the African American Performing Arts Center and Exhibit Hall will officially open its doors on Saturday, June 9, 2007, at Expo New Mexico.   State Representative Sheryl Williams Stapleton, District 19,...

What once provided many New Mexicans and their ancestors with their first glimpse of the Land of Enchantment is now honored with its own symbol of those grand adventures.   “For more than 50 years, travelers got their first real look at New Mexico...

Albuquerque, NM –  Artist Steven Deo will reupholster a lazyboy recliner from frybread at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center on June 9 from 1 pm to 4 pm.   This activity is the first in a series of events at IPCC under a seven-month program...

Santa Fe Governor Bill Richardson announced today that Sony Pictures Imageworks and Albuquerque Studios have signed a deal that will house new Imageworks facilities in a build-to-spec 100,000-square-foot facility on the studio’s campus at the Mesa...

EVENT ALERT: A really special achievement - Wright’s Indian Art is now in our 100th consecutive year of business! To commemorate this milestone, we will have a weekend Centennial Celebration, October 13-14, 2007.   From frontier trading post...

Albuquerque – Travelers will not see any relief in their wallet this year with average combined lodging and restaurant costs up 3.7 percent over last year, according to AAA’s Annual Vacation Costs survey.   AAA’s survey shows that...

(Sandia Pueblo, May 24, 2007)--- Sandia Resort & Casino announces that the Alejandro Sanz concert scheduled for Sunday, June 17, 2007, has been cancelled.   Citing a serious need for rest under doctor’s orders, the Spanish pop singer has...

Albuquerque, NM - ¡Globalquerque! is pleased to announce the additon of legendary blues singer KOKO TAYLOR to it's 2007 lineup.  Other additions to the lineup include visionary Lakota/Anishinabe hoop dancer and indigenous Northern Plains flute player...

Albuquerque, NM -  “Take a Bite out of this!  From Corn to Commodity,” is a new exhibition coming to the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) that presents artistic perspectives on the many ways food and water shape indigenous communities.          ...

  ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is proud to announce the launch of the new website promoting Albuquerque – located at www.itsatrip.org. A vibrant new design showcases the rich culture and heritage...

ALBUQUERQUE – The newest Zagat Survey ranks Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club as the best golf course in the American Southwest.    Paa-Ko is one of just 25 courses in the United States, U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico to receive an overall score...

(Albuquerque, NM - May 22, 2007)- Beginning Memorial Day weekend and running through Labor Day weekend, the New Mexico Rail Runner Express is offering special Friday and Saturday service for the summer.   “This is something lots of people have...

ALBUQUERQUE-Mayor Martin Chávez and ABQ RIDE Director Greg Payne are pleased to announce that Rapid After Dark service will return on Friday, May 25, 2007. The late-night Rapid Ride service will continue running every Friday and Saturday night through...

ALBUQUERQUE - For the first time ever, a PRIDE Interfaith Service will kick-off the Albuquerque Gay PRIDE Week on June 2, 2007.  The 7:00 pm event will bring together Rabbi Joe Black from Temple Albert, The Rev. Christine Robinson from First Unitarian...

EDGEWOOD, NM - END of TRAIL, the Single Action Shooting Society’s World Championship of Cowboy Action Shooting will celebrate its 26th Anniversary with a spectacular tribute to Gunfights of the Wild West when it returns to the organization’s 480...

ALBUQUERQUE - The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science and its partners the Weatherhead Experience Design Group are pleased to announce they are the recipients of two 2007 MUSE Awards. A Gold Level MUSEAward in the Multimedia Experience Category...

You may not be familiar with the name, but chances are you have marveled atthe amazing photographs of Joel Sartore in National Geographic Magazine. Withover a dozen years of working with National Geographic Sartore has capturedimages of animals and ecosystems...

  ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is pleased to announce that city and state solid waste employees have been selected as the 2007 “Unsung Heroes of Tourism.” This is an annual award presented...

ALBUQUERQUE - Billy the Kid is not only New Mexico’s most famous citizen, but the most famous outlaw in American history.  Beginning Sunday, May 13, 2007 The Albuquerque Museum of Art and History will present the facts and myths that surround Billy...

The 2007 Albuquerque Century & Downtown Criterium THE RIDES: The 100 mile route has everything a strong touring rider wants in a day with 2 big climbs, miles of rollers, with views of the beautiful Sandia Mountains and city. A total of 5 feed zones...

LodeStar will add a stunning new show to the line-up of digital dome theater (aka planetarium) shows beginning Saturday, May 5: Heart of the Sun takes an unprecedented and unforgettable look at our life-giving star and is presented in large-format, immersive,...

  ALBUQUERQUE- The City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County and the New Mexico Rail Runner Express are pleased to announce the addition of a new bus route serving the new Bernalillo County/International Sunport Rail Runner station. The new bus route...

ALBUQUERQUE- Mayor Martin Chávez and ABQ RIDE Director Greg Payne are pleased to announce the expansion of Rapid Ride service that will connect Albuquerque’s West Side to the University of New Mexico. Service is set to begin in July.   “As...

LOS ANGELES, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- April 18, 2007 -- VirtualTourist.com, the largest online travel research site and travel community in the world, reveals destinations -- in the United States and internationally -- forecasted to experience the greatest...

  ALBUQUERQUE - Governor Bill Richardson, joined by state and local elected officials, today dedicated the new Rail Runner station in Albuquerque’s South Valley - the Bernalillo County/ International Sunport Station. “With the...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., April 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Albuquerque travelers had their first experience with ExpressJet Airlines' new non-stop service from Los Angeles, Oklahoma City, and Tulsa today. ExpressJet will bring non-stop service on line to connect...

Albuquerque, NM – The Pueblo House at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center re-opens April 20th in a public ceremony to celebrate its long awaited expansion.   Formerly known as the “Pueblo House Children’s Museum,” the tiny adobe...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM –  The National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) is proud to announce the opening of the exhibition The African Presence in México: From Yanga to the Present on Friday, March 30, 2007.  This groundbreaking exhibition highlights...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau congratulates Jay Estes who has been promoted from Development Assistant to Development Marketing Coordinator. Jay will continue to assist with partner relations and will now be responsible...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – In the new Disney Touchstone Pictures comedy Wild Hogs, starring John Travolta, Tim Allen, Martin Lawrence, and William H. Macy, four middle-aged wannabe bikers take a road trip from Ohio to the West Coast spending time in New Mexico....

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau’s (ACVB) new advertising campaign was presented with a Bronze Adrian Award from the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI), the leading organization...

Acoma Pueblo, NM - Sixty miles west of Albuquerque, atop a sheer-walled, 370-foot sandstone mesa, Acoma Sky City has remained suspended in time for hundreds of years. With an eye toward the future, North America’s oldest continuously inhabited community...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau congratulates three staff members who were recently promoted.   Joni Thompson, Chief Operating OfficerJoni Thompson has been promoted from VP of Finance and Administration to...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) welcomes new staff members to the destination marketing team.   Susan Leiper, National Sales Manager Susan Leiper joins ACVB as a National Sales Manager. Susan brings...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Mayor Martin J. Chávez and the City of Albuquerque’s Cultural Services Department are proud to announce the launch of the Annual Children’s Book Fair to be held on Friday, April 20, 2007 at the Harry E. Kinney Civic...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Temples and Tombs: Treasures of Egyptian Art from The British Museum opens at The Albuquerque Museum of Art and History on Sunday, November 18, 2007. Organized by The British Museum and the American Federation of Arts, this exciting...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – Albuquerque and The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) will soon be home to a new permanent exhibit -- STARTUP: Albuquerque and the Personal Computer Revolution. STARTUP will be the first museum exhibit dedicated...

Santa Ana Pueblo, NM - Guests of the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa enter a special place of calm and rejuvenation within this New Mexico spa resort and now the world has taken notice. The Tamaya Mist Spa and Salon at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya, located...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – September 23rd -24th world music and culture will converge on Albuquerque, New Mexico. The second annual ¡Globalquerque! festival includes a week of preview events and concerts celebrating cultures from around the world. This...

CHICAGO – July 25, 2006 – Celebrating its 5th anniversary, Orbitz (www.orbitz.com) is looking back to the most popular destinations its customers have explored in the last five years. In this special edition of The Orbitz Insider Index, the travel...

Sandia Park, NM - The May, 2006 issue of Golf Digest announces that Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club has earned the magazines Five Star Rating, recognizing “Golf at it’s absolute best.” The rating is based on evaluations by more than 20,000 readers...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – To the delight and surprise of guests, more than 700 hot air balloons will appear "Out of the Blue" and grace the early morning October skies in celebration of the 35th Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (http://www.itsatrip.org/visitors/06_3balloon)...

Washington, DC (May 8, 2006) – Albuquerque has earned a place as Number Three on “ 50 Smart Places to Live,” a ranking of American cities released today by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine and published in the June 2006 issue....

New York, NY (May 4, 2006)—Albuquerque, New Mexico heads Forbes’ Best Places for Business and Careers Survey (p. 196), up from fifth place last year. Perennial top 10 metros such as Atlanta (#15), Austin (#28) and Washington, D.C.-Northern Virginia...

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – A trip to the “ Duke City” is a great value according to two recent rankings. Albuquerque has been named the sixth best overall value for visitors according to the Hotwire® Travel Value Index and SmarterTravel.com...

ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO – Arts, live music, family-friendly entertainment and food come together in the 2nd annual Route 66 Summerfest presented as a partnership between the City of Albuquerque, Nob Hill Main Street, and New Mexico Jazz Festival. Festivities...