Special Events & Holiday Tours in
Old Town Albuquerque
Explore limited-time seasonal experiences, cultural events, and one-of-a-kind ghost & history tours.
Events this Season
Barbara L
TripAdvisor - Dead-icated Tour Nov. 23. 2025
We took the AbqTours "Dead-icated - Day of The Dead Tour" this past November, and it remains a highlight! We specifically attended on November 1st, the day dedicated to the children who have passed, and it was an extremely touching and deeply meaningful...
Sherri Hartwick
Google - Ghost Tour Dec. 23. 2025
Great choice for a tour while in Old Town! Friendly tour guides (Misty and Steph) and interesting stories. I would recommend. :)
Kate V
Google - Ghost Tour Dec. 23. 2025
My daughter and I had a wonderful time! She loved all of the stories and loved leading the way with lantern. All of the stories and histories of each location were captivating and our tour guide was lovely and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Albuquerque.
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Balloon Fiesta Ghost & History Tours in Old Town Albuquerque
Experience Old Town’s rich history and haunted legends with guided tours running every 2 hours—day and night—only during Balloon Fiesta week.
Explore local legends, settler stories, and Old Town's haunted past with expert guides.
October 3–11, 2026
Tours Every 2 Hours - 10 am - 10 pm
Join us during Albuquerque’s most magical week—when colorful balloons fill the skies and Old Town’s stories come to life.
🕰️ Ghost and history tours run every 2 hours, daily from October 3–11.
🌞 Daytime history walks. 🌙 Afternoon & Nighttime ghost tours.
🎈 Special Fiesta-week stories, legends, and local lore
🗓️ Daily October 3-11, 2026
⏱️ Every 2 hours - 10 am - 10 pm
🎟️ $30 per person
⭐ Sells out every year — reserve early!
Our Ghost Tour gets an extra chilling twist with extended stories from Old Town’s history.
The History Tour explores settler’s stories and legends from centuries past.
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Día de los Muertos
Walking Tour in Old Town
Experience the Day of the Dead in Historic Old Town Albuquerque
Join us for a 75-minute guided walking tour through the heart of Old Town as we honor Día de los Muertos.
Discover colorful ofrendas, striking art installations, live cultural performances, and local folklore that bring this deeply rooted Hispanic tradition to life.
Celebrate the beauty of remembrance, where death is not an end—but a vibrant connection to those who came before us.
November 2026 - 12 pm, 3 pm, & 6 pm
$30 per person
Step Into the Spirit of Día de los Muertos in Old Town Albuquerque
During the tour, we explore the rich history, cultural roots and significance, and the beautiful traditions of Day of the Dead. We share authentic folklore and introduce you to the purpose and meaning behind this beloved celebration. Stroll through historic Old Town adorned with vibrant ofrendas, marigolds, papel picado, and handcrafted altars.
Feel the presence of the past as you learn about local customs and the meaning behind the symbols—from skulls and skeletons to the stories they still tell.
Gain respectful and accurate understanding of how communities honor and remember their loved ones.
To enhance this experience, AbqTours provides items for you to leave on public ofrendas in Old Town: Water, candles, sugar skulls, incense and Pan de Muerto (a traditional sweet bread, which is meant for the ofrenda and not for sampling).
This is more than a walking tour—it’s a moving tribute to the souls who still linger.
⭐ Sells out every year — reserve early!
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ABQTours is the longest running walking tour company in Old Town Albuquerque - 25 years.
Over 425,000 happy guests. 100% woman-owned business.
All tours begin at the ABQTours Office:
303 Romero St. NW
Plaza Don Luis - Space # N-120
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Our Ticket Window is West of the historic San Felipe Church, North of the Noisy Water Winery, in the back of Plaza don Luis patio, behind the fountain, right next door to the public restrooms.
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