There will be a GlobalQik! dance party on Thursday, September 21, from 6:30 p.m. to midnight. All ¡Globalquerque! events take place at the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC), at 1701 4th Street NW, at Avenida Cesar Chavez.
What to Expect:
Performances take place on three stages for two nights; the performances begin at 6 p.m.; wander and hear different artists. In addition to the performances, there is a Global Village set up with vendors, craftspeople and artisans. Food is always part of the event. The Art Museum will be open and free. On Saturday, September 22, the FREE Global Fiesta will have events happening in four locations all day.
The GlobalQik! dance party kicks off the weekend event. It takes place outdoors and features live music and DJ sets by Earthrise Sound Systems, ZenOva, D Numbers and more. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Tickets include a community yoga class taught by Yogini Mikhayla Harrell.
World Music
¡Globalquerque! is known for its amazing lineup of world music. Performances take place on three stages. The Fountain Courtyard is small and intimate; the Albuquerque Journal Theatre is a world-class venue and seats 692. The outdoor Plaza Mayor lends itself to some great dancing. Choose your music, or enjoy it all.
Entertainment Schedule
All performances begin at 6 p.m.
Friday, September 21
Saturday September 22
Tickets to Music Festival, through September 20:
Adult, 2 day pass $50
Adult, 1 day, Friday or Saturday $30
Child, 12 and under, 2 day pass $25
Child, 12 and under, 1 day pass $15
Day of Show
Adult, 2 day pass $60
Adult, 1 day, Friday or Saturday $35
Child, 12 and under, 2 day pass $30
Child, 12 and under, 1 day pass $17
Tickets can be purchased at the NHCC Box Office in person or by calling (505) 724-4771. Online purchases can be made through Vendini for Friday, Saturday or a weekend pass.
The NHCC box office is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from Noon to 5 p.m. Children under the age of 3 are free. The NHCC is located at 1701 4th St SW.
Global Fiesta
On Saturday, September 21, Global Fiesta takes place, from 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Families can enjoy a day of free programs, from music workshops to live performances. There are four stages/areas where events will take place.
Cottonwood Stage
Workshops include Folk Roots of Pakistani Music, The Rhythms of Puerto Rico and more.
NHCC Art Museum
Salon Ortega
Enjoy dance workshops in the Salon.
Wells Fargo Theatre
Enjoy talks and discussions on a variety of topics.
Other Activities
Crafts, music, and other activities will be around the Center, all day long.
Visit the ¡Globalquerque! website.


