5th Annual Snowball - The Blue Jeans Ball

Celebrate the 2026 NMAEYC Snowball Gala with live music by Austin Van, festive fun, and support for early childhood education. The Blue Jeans BallNMAEYC’s 5th Annual Snowball Gala Fundraiser Join us for The Blue Jeans Ball, NMAEYC’s 5th Annual Snowball Gala Fundraiser, on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History. This signature fundraising event brings together supporters of early childhood education for an elegant evening with a distinctly western flair. Guests are invited to dress in formal western attire and enjoy a memorable night filled with great food, an open bar, live country music by Austin Van, dancing, and a silent auction. Throughout the evening, guests will also have full access to the museum’s exhibits, creating a one-of-a-kind gala experience in one of Albuquerque’s most distinctive venues. The Blue Jeans Ball is more than a celebration. It is an opportunity to invest in New Mexico’s early childhood educators, children, and families. Funds raised through the Snowball help NMAEYC strengthen the early childhood profession through advocacy, professional development, leadership opportunities, scholarships, resources, and statewide support for those who educate and care for New Mexico’s youngest learners. Your ticket purchase, sponsorship, silent auction participation, or donation helps make this work possible. Every contribution supports NMAEYC’s mission and helps build a stronger future for early childhood education across our state. Evening Highlights • Open bar • Dinner and delicious food • Live country music by Austin Van • Dancing • Silent auction • Full access to museum exhibits throughout the evening • A meaningful opportunity to support New Mexico’s early childhood community Event Details The Blue Jeans Ball: NMAEYC’s 5th Annual Snowball Gala Fundraiser Saturday, December 12, 2026 National Museum of Nuclear Science & History Formal Western Attire Put on your finest denim, boots, western formalwear, and a little sparkle, and join us for an unforgettable evening in support of New Mexico’s early childhood educators. Celebrate five years of the Snowball. Bid generously. Raise a glass. Make a difference.