35th Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Festival

Start: Friday, October 3, 2025 9:00AM
End: Sunday, October 12, 2025 4:00PM

Now in its 35th year, Rio Grande Arts & Crafts Festival's big white tent will rise again in front of Sandia Resort & Casino, hosting 200 of the nation's top artists & craftsmen. With recent ranking of 4th in the nation on Sunshine Artist Magazine's '200 Best Shows of the Decade' list, this show offers visitors & locals a completely unique, world-class art experience right here in Albuquerque. With dates that coincide with the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, it’s a fabulous outing with friends & family. 

Beyond the art itself, the festival’s open-air pavilion is the ideal place for New Mexico visitors & locals alike to take in the views; panoramic sights of the Sandia Mountains, hot air balloons floating overhead, and the resort’s lush PGA-level golf course. Regional live music, cold craft brews and festive foods round out the event to offer a memorable experience for all to enjoy!

October 3-5 & October 10-12