The KOAT weather team is tracking a strong weather system that could result in the cancellation of Thursday’s Balloon Fiesta activities. A wind advisory is in effect for Bernalillo County from 9 a.m. Thursday to 7 p.m. There is a possibility that events such as sunrise and sunset events may be canceled due to strong winds, but Balloon Fiesta officials have not announced any cancellations at this time. In those cases, KOAT spoke with local businesses about where people could spend their time. Old Town hosts a number of free events daily to coincide with the Balloon Fiesta in the Gazebo. Share with us: Upload photos and videos via uLocal “We have a variety of different types of music and dance groups. We have several different types of groups representing New Mexico. and everyone is a local artist,” Cameron Martinez said at Fiesta A Week in Old Town. Currently, chairs are set up around the gazebo for people to watch the show. New Mexico, because it’s so important,” Martinez said. Local business owners and employees are excited about the increase in business as more and more people flock to Old Town. “This is probably one of the most important weeks of the year for us. I know, but we always want to bring in additional staff to make sure we’re fully prepared. ” said Justin Huffmon, owner of Roots New Mexico. Huffmon is debuting seasonal coffee at his own store and offering free samples to his customers. He told KOAT that supporting local on a week like this means a lot to him and his employees. “I think when you support local people, you’re supporting families. You’re helping someone send their child to soccer lessons, you’re helping someone pay for their next meal. You’re supporting people to participate. You’re supporting a lot of local people’ staff who rely on small businesses for employment,” Huffmon said. Please note: Current weather warnings for your area Not far from the Old Town is ABQ Bio-His Park. In case the Balloon Fiesta event is canceled, the park has four different facilities where people can spend their day. ABQ BioPark spokesperson Allison Zahm said: “If you don’t like wind, we definitely recommend the aquarium. It’s a great place to escape the weather.” Zahm also revealed that the zoo has a brand new Asian exhibit. “It’s a completely immersive experience. You’re surrounded by animals. It’s like stepping into their world, so you might have an orangutan swaying overhead,” Zahm said. Bio Park recommends purchasing tickets in advance. Action 7 News On The Go: Download the app for free
The KOAT weather team is tracking a strong weather system that could result in the cancellation of Thursday’s Balloon Fiesta activities.
A wind advisory is in effect for Bernalillo County from 9 a.m. Thursday to 7 p.m. Strong winds can cause events such as sunrises and sunsets to be canceled.
At this time, Balloon Fiesta officials have not yet suspended activities. In those cases, KOAT spoke with local businesses about where people could spend their time.
Old Town hosts a number of free events daily to coincide with the Balloon Fiesta at the Gazebo.
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“We’re preparing different types of music and dance groups. We have multiple groups of different types representing New Mexico, all local artists,” said Cameron Martinez of Fiesta Week in Old Town. said.
Currently, there are chairs set up around the gazebo to watch the show.
“There’s a lot of people here and it’s very exciting. So you know a lot of people here are learning about our culture in New Mexico because it’s so important.” Martinez said.
As people flock to Old Town, local business owners and employees are excited about the increase in business.
“This is probably one of the most important weeks of the year for us,” Roots New Mexico owner Justin Huffmon said. “As you know, we always want to increase our staff and make sure we’re fully prepared. “I think so,” he said.
Huffmon is debuting seasonal coffee at his store and offering free samples to customers. He told KOAT that supporting local on a week like this means a lot to him and his employees.
“I think when you support local people, you’re supporting families. You’re helping someone send their child to soccer lessons, you’re helping someone pay for their next meal. You’re supporting people to participate. You’re supporting a lot of local people’ staff who rely on small businesses for employment,” Huffmon said.
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Not far from the old town is the ABQ Bio Park. In case the Balloon Fiesta event is canceled, the park has four different facilities where people can spend their day.
ABQ BioPark spokesperson Allison Zahm said: “If you don’t like wind, we definitely recommend the aquarium. It’s a great place to escape the weather.”
Zahm also revealed that the zoo has a brand new Asian exhibit.
“It’s a completely immersive experience. You’re surrounded by animals. It’s like stepping into their world. So you might have an orangutan swinging above you,” Zahm said.
Bio Park recommends purchasing tickets in advance.
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