Now in its 33rd 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!