Tourism

100 Years of Neon: How Route 66 Fuels Albuquerque’s Modern Soul

Albuquerque continues to promote its historic Route 66 corridor as a premier destination for travelers seeking vintage landmarks, local businesses, museums, and cultural attractions. As the Route 66 Centennial approaches, officials encourage visitors to explore the city's rich history and vibrant communities along the legendary highway.

Red or Green? How New Mexico’s Iconic Chile Blends Centuries of Tradition

New Mexico continues to celebrate its iconic chile as a symbol of the state's culinary heritage and agricultural traditions. Tourism officials encourage visitors to experience authentic New Mexican cuisine through local restaurants, chile farms, markets, and seasonal festivals.

Why Albuquerque Is Doubling Down on Inclusive Tourism, Welcoming LGBTQ+ Travelers

Albuquerque continues to promote itself as an LGBTQ+-friendly destination by showcasing its inclusive community, cultural attractions, local businesses, and year-round events. Tourism officials encourage visitors to experience the city's welcoming atmosphere while exploring its arts, dining, outdoor recreation, and historic neighborhoods.

Experience the World’s Balloon Capital in Full Color as Albuquerque Takes Flight

Albuquerque continues to highlight its world-famous ballooning culture by offering hot air balloon rides, aviation attractions, museums, and educational experiences throughout the year. Tourism officials say the city's ballooning heritage remains one of New Mexico's most recognized attractions.

Albuquerque Highlights Arts-Focused Trips for Visitors and Residents

Visit Albuquerque is encouraging travelers to discover the city's vibrant arts and culture through themed trip ideas featuring galleries, museums, public art, cultural landmarks, and local businesses. The itineraries showcase Albuquerque's creative community while supporting tourism and local artists.

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‘Hit-and-Miss’ Fishing Nightmare Grips New Mexico

New Mexico’s fishermen are facing a brutal September as critically low water levels, rising temperatures and toxic algae blooms transform some of the state’s best-known fishing waters. While anglers are still landing trophy trout on the San Juan River and finding catches at a handful of reservoirs, other rivers have dwindled to dangerously low flows, leaving fish stressed and fishermen wondering how much longer the state’s fishing season can survive.

Wildlife Officials Urge Drivers to Watch Out for Bears After Four Black Bears Were Killed on I‑25 in Just Two Weeks as Starving...

Four black bears have been killed by vehicles on Interstate 25 near Bernalillo in just two weeks as hungry animals roam farther in search of food and water amid drought and extreme heat.

FEMA Releases $162.8M for Disaster-Hit Communities, Including New Mexico Flood Warnings and Wildfire Repairs

FEMA has released more than $162.8 million in post-disaster funding for Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas, supporting repairs, flood protection and projects designed to reduce the damage from future disasters.

Bear on the Loose: New Mexico Authorities Tranquilize and Capture Animal in Rio Rancho Neighborhood as Sightings Surge Across the State

Rio Rancho police and New Mexico Department of Wildlife captured and tranquilized a bear spotted in Cabezon on Tuesday.

[UPDATED: 09/07/2026] Albuquerque Teeters on the Edge of Climate History as a 43-Year Heat Record is Set to Fall This Week

Albuquerque is on the verge of breaking a 43-year-old record for the most days at or above 90°F, as relentless heat pushes the city toward a historic climate milestone.