Pumpkin patch
Galloping Goat Pumpkin Patch
Rio Rancho, NM
Rio Rancho pumpkin patch with a farm-style play area, games and pumpkins to take home; also a popular school field-trip stop.
- When
- Sept 26–27 and Oct 1–31, 2026
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Halloween for Kids Near Albuquerque 2026
16 kid-friendly Halloween events near Albuquerque with 2026 dates confirmed on their official sites, across 6 towns. The earliest to open is McCall's Pumpkin Patch, on September 19. Every one is suggested for all ages and rated no more than 2 of 5 ghosts on our scare scale. 1 list free admission.
Pumpkin patch
McCall's Pumpkin Patch
Moriarty, NM
Long-running family farm east of Albuquerque with a pick-in-the-field pumpkin patch, corn maze, tractor-pulled hayrides and farm animals on fall weekends.
- When
- Sat–Sun Sept 19–Oct 31, plus Fridays Oct 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2026
- Hours
- Sat–Sun 10am–6pm; Fri noon–6pm
Family event
Boo at the Zoo
Albuquerque, NM
Daytime Halloween party across the zoo with trick-or-treating, games, crafts, music and costumed characters.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
- Hours
- 9am–5pm
- Price
- Adults $15, youth 3–12 $10, 2 and under free
Family event
Family Halloween Fest
Santa Fe, NM
Morning of Halloween crafts and activities in the garden for young families.
- When
- Sunday, Oct 18, 2026
- Hours
- 11am–1pm
Family event
Spirits of New Mexico
Santa Fe, NM
Evening ghost-story festival at a historic ranch: farolito-lit paths, candlelit buildings with costumed spirits, bonfires with s'mores and live entertainment.
- When
- Fri–Sat Oct 23–24, 2026
- Hours
- 5pm–9pm
Family event
Underwater Pumpkin Carving
Albuquerque, NM
Halloween afternoon at the aquarium, where divers carve pumpkins inside a tank for the fish while visitors watch.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 31, 2026
- Hours
- 1:30pm–3pm
Family event
Weird Science Halloween Bash
Santa Fe, NM
Children's museum fundraiser where families come in costume to trick-or-treat through the museum and try hands-on 'weird science' activities.
- When
- Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026
- Hours
- 3pm–6pm
Fall festival
Agri-Nature Center Fall Festival
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Village-run fall afternoon at the Los Ranchos farm and nature center with food, vendors, music and outdoor activities for all ages.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 17, 2026
- Hours
- 2pm–6pm
Fall festival
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Albuquerque, NM
Nine days of hot-air balloon launches, evening balloon glows, special-shape balloons and entertainment at Balloon Fiesta Park, one of the world's biggest ballooning events.
- When
- Oct 3–11, 2026
Fall festival
Corrales Harvest Festival
Corrales, NM
Village-wide harvest weekend in Corrales with a marketplace, a Saturday night hootenanny, a Sunday pet parade and events at historic sites.
- When
- Sat–Sun Sept 26–27, 2026
- Hours
- 9am–5pm
Fall festival
Día de los Muertos in Old Town
Albuquerque, NM
Old Town fills with marigold garlands, ofrendas, paper-mâché sculptures and music.
- When
- Oct 30–Nov 8, 2026
Fall festival
Día de los Muertos on the Santa Fe Plaza
Santa Fe, NM
The City of Santa Fe's Día de los Muertos on the historic Plaza, with mariachi, folklórico dancers, ofrenda building, live bands and food trucks over Halloween weekend.
- When
- Fri–Sat Oct 30–31, 2026
- Hours
- Fri 4–10pm; Sat 11am–10pm
Fall festival
Harvest Festival at the ABQ BioPark
Albuquerque, NM
Autumn weekend at the Botanic Garden and Aquarium with live bands on two stages, heritage farm demonstrations, a chile discovery station, local artisans and seasonal treats.
- When
- Sat–Sun Oct 3–4, 2026
- Hours
- 9am–5pm
- Price
- Adults $18, youth 3–12 $9, 2 and under free
Fall festival
Muertos y Marigolds Celebration and Procession
Albuquerque, NM
The South Valley's long-running community Día de los Muertos celebration, with a marigold procession through the neighborhood, ofrendas and art.
- When
- Sunday, Nov 1, 2026
- Hours
- Celebration noon–4pm; procession 2pm
Fall festival
Rio Rancho Fall Festival
Rio Rancho, NM
Free city festival in City Center with carnival games, pumpkin carving, music, vendors, costume contests and trunk-or-treating.
- When
- Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
- Hours
- 2pm–8pm
- Price
- Free
Fall festival
Santa Fe Harvest Festival
Santa Fe, NM
Harvest weekend at a living-history ranch museum south of Santa Fe, celebrating traditional New Mexico farm life and fall harvest customs.
- When
- Sat–Sun Oct 3–4, 2026
- Hours
- 10am–4pm
Quick Answers
What kid-friendly Halloween events are open near Albuquerque in 2026?
Agri-Nature Center Fall Festival, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, Boo at the Zoo, Corrales Harvest Festival, Día de los Muertos in Old Town, Día de los Muertos on the Santa Fe Plaza, and 10 more. Each has its 2026 dates, hours and prices on its own page.
When do kid-friendly Halloween events open near Albuquerque in 2026?
The earliest in this guide is McCall's Pumpkin Patch on September 19, 2026.
What Halloween events near Albuquerque are not scary at all for little kids?
Agri-Nature Center Fall Festival, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, Boo at the Zoo, Corrales Harvest Festival, Día de los Muertos in Old Town, Día de los Muertos on the Santa Fe Plaza, and 9 more are rated 1 of 5 ghosts: not scary.
Which pumpkin patches near Albuquerque are good for kids?
Galloping Goat Pumpkin Patch and McCall's Pumpkin Patch, all suggested for all ages.
Are there free kid-friendly Halloween events near Albuquerque?
Yes: Rio Rancho Fall Festival lists free admission on the official site.
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