The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta features many wonderful experiences!
In addition to the magical spectacle of balloons, we showcase some of the most talented performers of our day - most of them local New Mexicans - representing a myriad of styles and genres.
We hope you'll plan to attend Balloon Fiesta for each and every session to enjoy this line-up of world-class talent.
If you are interested in being considered for a future Balloon Fiesta entertainment spot, please complete the Performing Artist Application. Submissions will be considered for Balloon Fiesta's Main Street and North Main Street Stages, Main Street Strolling Performances, and internal events. Selections for performances will be made between January and March each year for that year's Balloon Fiesta.
Entertainment is offered in three locations, so have your cameras ready!
Main Street Stage
Located at the center of Main Street, this stage will feature our National Anthem performers, local dance and music talent, and a wide variety of musical performances during Balloon
Fiesta.
Main Street
A variety of strolling performers will be wandering Main Street entertaining guests along Concession Row.
North Main Street Stage
Located at the north end of Main Street in front of the 7-Eleven® Balloon Discovery Center and the Artisans at Balloon Fiesta® tent, this smaller stage will feature performances by our talented strolling performers.
Main Street Stage
Saturday, October 5
Morning Session |
Evening Session |
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6:45AM |
National Anthem - McKenna Faith |
5:00PM |
Air Force Academy Band |
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9:00AM |
McKenna Faith |
8:00PM |
Tylor Brandon Band |
Sunday, October 6
Morning Session |
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Evening Session |
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7:00AM |
National Anthem - Air Force Academy Band |
5:00PM |
The Noms |
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9:00AM |
Air Force Academy Band |
8:00PM |
Whiskey Baby Band |
Monday, October 7
Morning Session |
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Evening Session |
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7:00AM |
National Anthem - Cat Powdrell |
No Events Scheduled |
Tuesday, October 8
Morning Session |
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Evening Session |
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7:00AM |
National Anthem - Amanda Morales |
No Events Scheduled |
Wednesday, October 9
Morning Session |
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Evening Session |
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7:00AM |
National Anthem - Michelle Liberti |
No Events Scheduled |
Thursday, October 10
Morning Session |
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Evening Session |
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7:00AM |
National Anthem - New Mexic Philharmonic Young Musician's Initiative |
5:00PM |
Ryan Montano & Friends |
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9:00AM |
The Bus Tapes |
8:00PM |
Ryan Montano & Friends |
Friday, October 11
Morning Session |
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Evening Session |
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7:00AM |
National Anthem - Sandia Singers |
5:00PM |
Keith Sanchez & the Moon Theives |
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9:00AM |
Zoltan & the Fortune Tellers |
8:00PM |
Kyle Martin |
Saturday, October 12
Morning Session |
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Evening Session |
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7:00AM |
National Anthem - 44th Army Band |
1:00PM - 5:30PM |
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6:00PM |
Frank Ray |
Sunday, October 13
Morning Session |
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Evening Session |
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7:00AM |
National Anthem - Mark Quiroz |
No Events Scheduled |
Strolling Performers and North Main Street Stage
A variety of strolling performers will entertaining guests along Main Street as well as performing on the North Main Stage. Strolling performers are scheduled on double session days, from 8:30AM to 10:30AM and 5:00PM to 7:00PM.
| Strolling Performer | National Institute of Flamenco |
| Strolling Performer | Mariachi Tenampa |
| Strolling Performer | Jordan Jonas - Magician |
| Strolling Performer | Emergence Productions/Native Dancers |
