Signature Events
Throughout the year, join IPCC as we celebrate Pueblo Culture through special events and culturally relevant holidays. As an indigenous institution in the heart of Albuquerque, these signature events are opportunities for our Pueblo people, neighbors, and guests to gather, celebrate, and learn.
The Pueblo Revolt
Each year on the anniversary of this event (August 10th, 1680), the IPCC hosts a celebration of Pueblo Culture through dance, arts, and education. Check out our Events Calendar in August for more details.
LEARN AND WATCHBalloon Fiesta® Week
The first week of October the IPCC courtyard has multiple Native dances every day, is filled with Native artists selling their handcrafted art and jewelry, and so much more!
READ MOREPueblo Art Markets
Every Spring and Fall the IPCC’s courtyard fills with Native artisans and dances for the American Indian Week in Spring and Balloon Fiesta Week in Fall.
LEARN MORE AND SEE SCHEDULEIndigenous Peoples Day
The second Monday of October is Indigenous Peoples’ Day. IPCC Commemorates this day with remarks from dignitaries, cultural dances, art demos, presentations, and more.
SEE MORENative American Student Art Show
Since 1979 Native youth from K-12 are invited to submit artwork for a curated and juried show every November. The artworks are displayed in our South Rotunda every November-January and winning artists receive a cash prize.
READ MOREVeterans Day
Every year IPCC honor Veterans with a day of cultural dances, art demonstrations, presentations, food and more.
READ MOREPUEBLO GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST
Gingerbread house inspired by a Pueblo village, house, community church or historic building, with prizes awarded in children’s and adult categories.
LEARN MOREPueblo Shop & Stroll
Friday, Dec 2, 4-8PM Enjoy the spirit of the season at our Pueblo Shop & Stroll. Shop a bazaar featuring Native artists selling handcrafted ornaments, nativity sets, jewelry, art and unique gifts while warming yourself by the bonfire and strolling around beautiful luminaries in the IPCC Courtyard.
DETAILS & TICKETSStories by the Fireside
The first three Saturdays in December, experience the age-old tradition of storytelling by the fireside.
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