Harvest Wine and Music Festival returns to Albuquerque for Labor Day Weekend

The Harvest Wine and Music Festival returned to Albuquerque over Labor Day Weekend. The annual gathering brought local wine tastings and live performances to holiday crowds.

The celebration ran from August 31 to September 2. Events took place at Balloon Fiesta Park in Albuquerque. Festivities also took place at the Southern New Mexico Fairgrounds in Las Cruces.

Guests sampled drinks from the top wineries in the state. Performers played on multiple music stages throughout the grounds.

Ticket holders received a free wine glass. They received unlimited tastings from the wineries in attendance. Each guest also received $5 off any purchase of a wine bottle.

The event grounds featured local vendors and food trucks. Organizers offered painting classes, games, and activities for attendees. Live music continued across the site.

Balloon Fiesta Park serves as a major public event space in northern Albuquerque. The venue regularly hosts regional outdoor festivals and community entertainment gatherings.

People bought tickets online in advance or purchased them at the door. Entry remained available throughout the run.