Fall is such a beautiful time of year. It's so beautiful to watch the leaves change, feel the weather cooling, and smell the chile roasting. It’s hard to deny that fall in New Mexico is magical. The beautiful colors of the turning leaves remind us of the good change can bring. And the balloons dotting the horizon always bring me a sense of peace and joy. To help you make some beautiful fall memories with your families, we’ve created this Ultimate Guide to Fall.
About Manzano Day School
Manzano Day School is an independent, non-profit elementary school serving pre-k through fifth grade in Albuquerque. It has provided generations of children with a strong foundation for lifelong learning in our diverse world. Community is at the heart of Manzano Day School, as everyone practices core values of respect, responsibility, integrity, and striving for excellence. With an average class size of 18, students are taught to think critically and creatively, communicate and collaborate effectively, and act compassionately. A Manzano Day School education includes an outdoor environmental classroom in the Jemez Mountains and six co-curricular classes, including art, library, music, physical education, Spanish, and technology, all woven into every student’s schedule. Manzano Day School understands that a child’s education is a significant investment in their future. The school is committed to making education accessible to all and, therefore, offers financial aid based on demonstrated need and available funds. For more information or to schedule a tour, call the Admission Office at 505-243-6659, email [email protected] or visit https://www.manzanodayschool.org/admission.
Guide to Fall Leaves
How lucky we are to live in such a beautiful, vibrant landscape? Our seasons are distinct, and fall in New Mexico arguably takes the cake. With all of its changing colors, New Mexico’s fall leaves are not to be missed.
Guide to Fall Festivals and Fairs
It’s just about that time of year . . . when the weather is perfect for fairs and festivals. Fall in New Mexico means outdoor family fun, and there’s certainly no shortage of it. Check out the list of fairs and festivals in and around Albuquerque happening this fall.
Guide to Corn Mazes
Nothing says fall time like long stalks of corn to wander through. Some are scary and some are just fun.
Guide to Pumpkin Patches
There's no better way to celebrate Fall than a trip to the pumpkin patch. Let those kids pick out a perfect pumpkin and carve away!
Guide to Apple Orchards
Move over, pumpkin spice. Apples with cinnamon. Apples with caramel. Or just apples on their own are the fall flavor so many of us crave. There are so many apple recipe options and don’t even get me started on the smell — THE BEST.
Fall Eats and Treats
The flavors of fall are just a plentiful as the changing colors. There’s the front runner pumpkin and then crisp apples, cinnamon, caramel, and, of course, our very own New Mexico Green Chile.
Guide to Halloween
Here are some local happenings that are sure to be SPOOKtacular!
Fall Recipe Round-Up
When the air gets chilly and the leaves get crunchy, do you get the urge to turn on your oven and bake or maybe pull out the crockpot for a good soup? Well, so do the contributors for ABQ Mom.
Guide to Farmer's Markets
If you’re looking for locally made honey or Acoma round bread, Albuquerque’s farmers markets have exactly everything you never knew you needed. Do you need some beeswax chapstick or perhaps a pickle paleta?
Thanksgiving Round-Up
Thanksgiving conjures up all the homey smells and feels of fall and family. Whether you celebrate big or small, we hope we can provide you with lots of ideas and to help make your Thanksgiving a memorable one.
2024 Trunk or Treat
Check out these Trunk or Treat events around Albuquerque!