Event Summary
Presented by Elkhorn Media and the City of Albuquerque
Item details
Date
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 7:00PM
Location
KiMo Theatre
Name
Bands of Enchantment - Night #1
Description

The Emmy-winning series returns to the iconic KiMo Theatre for three nights of epic live concerts+filming, September 17–19, featuring global acts and New Mexico’s best. Then, on Saturday, September 20, Central Ave. will be closed to traffic for the free Bands of Enchantment Music Festival—a downtown takeover with live music, culture, and community from 4–11 pm. Expect raw energy, genre-bending talent, and unforgettable moments.
For information on Bands of Enchantment visit: https://www.bandsofenchantment.com/artists
GRIFFINWILLIAM SHERRY visit here

GriffinWilliam Sherry brings his soul-stirring voice and raw, roots-driven story telling to BOE. After a decade fronting The Ghost of Paul Revere, he steps into the spotlight with Hundred Mile Wilderness, a debut solo album full of grit, heart, and hard-earned truth. With powerful vocals and stripped-down instrumentation, Griffin captures the joy, struggle, and beauty of small-town life.
SGT SPLENDOR visit here

Sgt. Splendor is bringing their gritty, soulful swagger to BOE! Led by Kate Vargas’s smoky vocals and Eric McFadden’s fiery guitar, this Albuquerque-based alt-funk quartet fuses blues, rock, and desert-folk flair. From originals like “Death of the Hoochie Koo” to bold covers like “Chelsea Hotel No. 2,” they’ll light up the KiMo Theatre with raw energy and Southwestern soul.
JD NASH & THE RASH OF CASH visit here

Get ready to welcome Albuquerque’s alt-country trailblazers JD Nash and the Rash of Cash to Bands of Enchantment for a high-energy BOE debut! With soulful grit, catchy originals, and a fierce live presence crafted at Sonic Ranch, this Southwest favorite has been voted among ABQ’s top five musicians. Don’t miss their electrifying performance on the KiMo stage!
BOE Season 5 Pass: $25
Get the ultimate Bands of Enchantment experience with the Season 5 Pass! For just $25, you’ll secure entry to every electrifying live taping at the Historic KiMo Theatre in downtown Albuquerque, September 17 - 19, 2025. Witness an unforgettable lineup of world-class musicians and New Mexico’s finest artists as they bring the stage to life in this Emmy Award-winning series. Be part of the energy, the music, and the magic—one pass, three nights of incredible performances! The official season lineup drops soon, so grab your pass now and guarantee your spot in the heart of the action!
Night #1 General Admission: $10
Doors at 6 pm. Show starts at 7 pm.
KiMo Address: 423 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Parking
Paid parking lots and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Please be sure to follow all parking laws. For more information, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/municipaldevelopment/residents/parking/map
Event Information
The Bands of Enchantment Music Television Event is a ticketed entry of $10 per night, or 9/17, 9/18, 9/19 are available at a promotional entry of $25. The Bands of Enchantment Outdoor Music Festival is free to the public. Keep an eye on temperatures and stay hydrated. This is a rain or shine event. Central Ave will be closed from 3am Friday, September 20 until 2am Sunday, September 21.
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