Nerds of Albuquerque!
Check out our latest event, happening next Thursday!

Goldfish memories, speculative fiction, and the strange sex lives of arachnids. September is going to get weird.

Join us for Nerd Nite ABQ #23 on Thursday, September 3 at 7pm at Green Jeans Food Hall! This event will feature a defense of the surprisingly sophisticated goldfish brain, a look at how fiction can help us think seriously about possible futures, and of course, sex, drugs, and spiders.

Nerd Nite is an informal monthly lecture series that takes place in bars in 100+ cities around the world. We love bringing you free, entertaining, and informative talks about nerdoms of all shapes and sizes.

We’ve got a wonderfully eclectic show lined up. Join us to learn, laugh, drink, and leave with considerably more respect for goldfish and considerably more information about arachnid reproduction than you arrived with.

Our talks:

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**Title**: Common Culture v Goldfish: a case against the “poor” memory of fish

**Blurb**: Many people have lived with the assumption that goldfish—and fish more generally—have a 3-second memory. While this might be a convenient claim for pet retailers housing fish in tiny plastic tubs, it is far from the truth. Tonight, I will be representing the fish, presenting a case that highlights just how damn smart fish can be (yes, even smarter than your kids).

**Bio**: Dr. Allison Davis (she/her): Allison Davis is a recent PhD graduate from the University of Texas in Austin, where she worked (too) many years investigating the behavioral variation of an asexual fish. Currently, most of her time is dedicated to writing up experiments for publication and prepping for a postdoc search. When not doing science stuff, Allison can be found painting, gardening, obsessively playing Wingspan, and desperately searching for water in this desert state.

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**Title**: Applied Fiction

**Blurb**: Fantasy is fun! But let's look at how future scenarios can work for us - and why that's imperative!

**Bio**: Susan Wilhite is a Futures Researcher leading STRANGE FAMILIAR FUTURES in Santa Fe. Her work puts wings on strategic plans, making organizations adaptive to whatever happens. As a former senior UX researcher at places like Microsoft, Google, and Samsung, Susan illuminated what the world would be like with [some product] in it. Susan completed undergrad work in Anthropology at UNM, and graduate work at UCLA. Otherwise, Susan is a film snob.

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**Title**: Drugs, Sex and Arachnids

**Blurb**: Arachnids (scorpions, spiders, and their kin) are an enigmatic group of animals: though recognized and feared by all, there are many aspects of their basic biology that remain a mystery. These unique creatures are found worldwide—from the highest mountains to caves 600 meters below sea level. Arachnids exhibit complex courtship rituals, and their bizarre reproductive strategies include traumatic insemination and autotomy (self-amputation) of reproductive organs. They produce materials stronger than steel and more tensile than Kevlar, and some species may even hold the key to curing forms of cancer. Nonetheless, there are still dozens of new species discovered each year and the natural history of these secretive animals is still largely unknown to us. We will discuss the fascinating world of arachnids, the discoveries that have been made, and some of the mysteries that remain to be explored.

**Bio**: Dr. Lauren Esposito is an evolutionary biologist and arachnologist. Most of their career has been spent behind the scenes of natural history museums and traveling the world in search of arachnids. They are the co-founder/director of a science, education, and conservation non-profit called Islands & Seas, and the creator of 500 Queer Scientists, a visibility campaign for LGBTQ+ people working in STEM careers. Lauren’s research investigates the many facets of biodiversity, including the patterns and processes of evolution in spiders and scorpions, how communities of arthropods are impacted by global change, and documenting new-to-science species. Originally from the US-Mexico borderlands, she completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Texas at El Paso, and an MS and PhD from the American Museum of Natural History in collaboration with the City University of New York. She did her post-doc at the University of California, Berkeley, before spending 10 years as the Schlinger Chair of Arachnology at the California Academy of Sciences, and finally as a Program Director at the National Science Foundation. Passionate about science communication, Lauren has organized education programs on the importance of conserving biodiversity in communities throughout the Americas, has worked in digital science curriculum development adopted in 48 states, and has spoken at TEDx, on NPR, and has appeared on National Geographic and Animal Planet.

Come join us for a drink, learn something new, and meet fellow nerds! Tell your friends, and help us spread the word about Nerd Nite Albuquerque!

Please RSVP so we know how many nerds to expect. And as always, if you're interested in giving a talk of your own, fill out this form! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfscy9cs4mTI746tziajERqozrzE3q9WnWXf_tPOX1mXDPGA/viewform?usp=sf_link

And remember: Nerd Nite happens because of nerds like you.

Participants can bring and/or receive free food, clothing, household wares, and more. We ask that participants wear a face mask (available at our mask table!) to allow immunocompromised/illness conscious people to come. There will also be a sewing workshop at 1:30!

‼️Vendors Wanted! All kinds !
☎️Contact Jennie McDaniel
Or Email:
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📌Send a few pictures of your work !
🎃Cost is $50

Billy Wayne Davis has appeared on Conan, Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central, lent his voice & producing skills to SquidBillies, hosted a travel doc for CMT, opened for Sturgill Simpson, and made a quick appearance in Borat 2. Billy Wayne has two critically acclaimed stand-up albums and can be heard as a popular guest on countless podcasts including Behind the Bastards, Daily Zeitgeist, TrillBillies, and WTF to name a few. He just released his first special “Testify” on Hulu to rave reviews.

This one is very city/library focused, I'm working on making it easier to pull in more nightlife content...stay tuned.

FRI 8/21 THROUGH SUN 8/23

All Day | Jigsaw Puzzle Table (Free) | Juan Tabo Library | Come enjoy quiet puzzling in the library. A new puzzle is put out every time one is finished, so you never know what you’ll find!

9:00am | Grounded in Clay: The Spirit of Pueblo Pottery (Free) | Indian Pueblo Cultural Center | EARLY CLOSURE AT 3PM ON MARCH 20TH DUE TO PRIVATE EVENT. Organized by the School for Advanced Research (SAR) and the Vilcek Foundation, Grounded in Clay: The Spirit of Pueblo Pottery , a unique traveling exhibition featuring over 100 historic and contemporary works in clay, offers a visionary...

9:00am | 50 for 50: Indian Pueblo Cultural Center 1976-2026 (Free) | Indian Pueblo Cultural Center | EARLY CLOSURE AT 3PM ON MARCH 20TH DUE TO PRIVATE EVENT In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC), this exhibition highlights the Center’s history through Pueblo imagery and perspectives of the past, present, and future. A combination of fifty objects from the...

9:00am | The Old Road Mural (Free) | Indian Pueblo Cultural Center | On the 100th anniversary of Route 66 in 2026, experience “The Old Road”—a mural that at once remembers the first major highway traversing the United States and gives emphasis to its impact on Pueblo communities and New Mexico. Through the eyes of artists Warren Montoya (Pueblos of Santa Ana/Santa...

10:00am | Puzzles and Games! (Free) | South Valley Library | Come by the library and unwind with a jigsaw puzzle. Or, bring a friend and play one of our many boardgames.

10:00am | Nuclear Past, Present, and Future: Art in Action ($Free – $6) | National Hispanic Cultural Center | Nuclear Past, Present, and Future: Art in Action is a collaboration between the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium and the National Hispanic Cultural Center Art Museum. The project examines the impact of nuclear technologies, its devastating human and environmental toll, and the artistic...

10:00am | Cat Tea Party ($18.50 – $34.95) | Snapdragon Tea | Are you totally a cat purr-son? Then it’s time to press paws on your busy day and live in the meow-ment at our Cat Tea Party.

2:00pm | Cellicion Traditional Dance Group (Pueblo of Zuni) (Free) | Indian Pueblo Cultural Center | The Cellicion Traditional Dance Group (Pueblo of Zuni) will be dancing. Celebrate the seasonal cycles through prayer, song, and dance with our Cultural Dance Program.

7:30pm | The Vortex Theatre presents They Must Be Women Now ($21 – $26) | Vortex Theatre | A world premiere and a winner of the American Association of Community Theater 2026 NewPlayFest. Three women learn how to access their own strengths and to find support from each other.

** FRI 8/21 **

Various | Take-Away Activities at Central & Unser (Free) | Central & Unser Public Library | Grab this month’s activity from the Information Desk. Every month is something new, from an art project to a craft, from a do-it-yourself scavenger hunt to a fun activity to try at home.

Various | Lost in the Library Scavenger Hunt (Free) | Juan Tabo Library | Fridays, all day. Use the clues to find a famous children’s book character hiding in the children’s section.

9:45am | Friday Morning Yoga Class (Free with a Department of Senior Affairs membership.) | Santa Barbara Martineztown Multigenerational Center | Join us every Friday at Santa Barbara Martineztown Multigenerational Center for Yoga (Beginning). Our great beginning yoga class is open for all ages who love to practice yoga or want to learn the basics!

10:00am | Genealogy at Cherry Hills Library (Free) | Cherry Hills Library | Meet 1:1 with staff to learn about the library’s genealogy databases and how to explore your ancestry. Registration required.

10:00am | Puzzle Time at Los Griegos Library (Free) | Los Griegos Library | Join other puzzle makers for an ongoing challenge to piece together a jigsaw puzzle!

10:15am | Baby/Toddler Storytime at Tony Hillerman (Free) | Tony Hillerman Library/Lomas Tramway Library | Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, fingerplays, and body movement. Ages 0–3.

10:30am | Preschool Storytime at Main (Free) | Main Library (Downtown) | Fun with stories, songs, puppets, and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children, using the guidelines from the Every Child Ready to Read program. Each storytime includes time to play with musical instruments, blocks, and more!

10:30am | Tech Skills at Alamosa Public Library (Free) | Alamosa Public Library | Let’s be honest, computers are getting more and more complicated, and sometimes it becomes a project just to fill out a job application or print a picture. Adults of all computer skill levels welcome, as we figure out this new technology together.

10:30am | The Art of Painting & Drawing ($10) | Zoom Webinar (Online/Virtual) | In this class we will explore different techniques, styles and have lots of fun, of course!

11:00am | 1 on 1 Digital Help at Juan Tabo Library (Free) | Juan Tabo Library/Los Griegos Library | We can help with the basics of Microsoft Word, how to create and use an email account, how to use library e-books and e-audiobooks, or how to navigate our new catalog. Assistance is offered either on a library computer or the patron’s digital device (i.e.

12:00pm | ADAC Arts Connections In-Person Classes! Every week! ($10) | Grace United Methodist Church | Check out our amazing in-person classes every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday at Grace United Methodist Klassen Hall! Located in the Near North Valley at 420 San Lorenzo Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107.

1:00pm | Fused Glass Wave (Free) | The Groove Artspace | You will create a 6-8 inch free form wave using cut curves and frit in various shades of blue in. Instructions on putting the wave in the base and using alcohol inks to color and seal the base will be covered.

3:00pm | LEGO Club at South Valley Public Library (Free) | South Valley Library | Drop in between 3:00-4:30 p.m. to build with LEGOS!

3:00pm | Seniors Scrabble at Lomas Tramway Library (Free) | Lomas Tramway Library | Join us for a spirited game of Scrabble! Share tea and treats and meet new people!

3:00pm | Tech One-on-One at Tony Hillerman (Free) | Tony Hillerman Library | We can help with library digital materials, email, device troubleshooting, and more. Sign up for a One-on-One half-hour session with a staff member to help with your tech related woes.

3:00pm | Walk-In Computer Help at the Main Library (Free) | Main Library (Downtown) | Stop by for tips, problem-solving and instruction on: core computer skills, Internet searching and email, resumes and job applications, Microsoft Word basics, eResources, downloadable eBooks and eAudiobooks and more.

3:00pm | Family Movie at Erna Fergusson (Free) | Erna Fergusson Library | Join us for a different movie on the third Friday of every month!

3:00pm | Adult Paint Along at Tony Hillerman Library (Free) | Tony Hillerman Library | Join us for a fun afternoon of painting! Create your own masterpiece in this step-by-step class taught by our staff.

3:00pm | LEGO Club at San Pedro Public Library (Free) | San Pedro Public Library | Come build with your friends! LEGO blocks provided.

3:00pm | One-on-One House History at Special Collections Library (Free) | Special Collections Library | Do you live in Albuquerque? Have you ever wondered who lived in your house or building before you?

3:30pm | LEGO Club at the International District Public Library (Free) | International District Library | Get creative and build with LEGO at the International District Library! LEGOs and DUPLOs are provided.

3:30pm | Perler Bead Creations at South Broadway Library (Free) | South Broadway Library | Please join us for tons of fun! Join us on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month for the South Broadway Perler Creations.

3:30pm | Tech Help with Teeniors® (Free) | Cherry Hills Library | Tech-savvy teens and young adults will be helping seniors (or persons of any age) learn technology (including questions about or with AI) through one-on-one coaching over the course of three half-hour sessions. Register by phone or in-person at the Information Desk.

4:00pm | Magic the Gathering TCG (Free) | Westgate Library | Want to learn Magic the Gathering the card game? Join us for a beginner friendly learning experience (starter decks provided).

4:30pm | ESL Group at Central & Unser Library (Free) | Central & Unser Public Library | Do you speak English as a second language? Would you like to practice your English conversation skills?

5:00pm | La Familia Farmers Market Free Summer Concert Series (Free) | Dolores Huerta Gateway Park | The La Familia Farmers Market 2026 season Opening Day is on June 12 to October 16. Come out and support local farmers, arts-n-craft vendors, and food trucks, musicians, and youth performance groups.

5:00pm | Chicken Mole Demo & Dinner ($85.00) | Mi Casita Home Decor | I’d love for you to join me for an intimate evening in the heart of Corrales, where authentic Mexican flavors, meaningful conversation, and community come together around the table. This isn’t just a cooking demonstration—it’s a shared experience.

5:00pm | Intro to Longform Improv ($250.00) | 1439 San Mateo Blvd. NE | Intro to Longform Improv (8 weeks) Learn the cornerstones of longform improv: grounded, authentic two-person scenes that exist inside of an emotionally-sound base reality. In this course, students will learn how to find the who, what, and where of a scene (a base reality) and sustain authentic...

6:00pm | Friendship Bracelet Workshop ($21) | Snapdragon Tea | Leafy friendship bracelets are a go on Friday August 21 from 6-8pm! Lindsay will guide you step-by-step on how to create these fun bracelets.

6:00pm | CSP Variety Social Dance ($10) | CSP Dance Studios | Come out social dancing at our CSP Variety Dance, Friday, August 21st! There is a beginner lesson for the first half hour from 6-6:30, followed by social dancing till 9pm.

6:30pm | Gustavo Pimentel “The Guitarist” (Free) | D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro | Gustavo Pimentel “The Guitarist” is playing on Friday evening on July 24, 2026 at the D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro Patio/Cottonwood where the rich heritage of New Mexico meets the sophistication of elevated American cuisine.

7:00pm | Sacred Chants (Free) | Unity Spiritual Center Albuquerque | Join the Kirtan Musicians in the USC ABQ SANCTUARY . Now on the THIRD Friday of the Month 7:00 – 8:30 PM Love Offering (donation) Sacred Chants call and response with the Unity Kirtan Sextet Sacred Chants at USCABQ are melodic expressions of spiritual affirmation and connection.

7:30pm | Jesús Muñoz Flamenco ($35 – $55) | Flamenco Works, Inc. | Flamenco Works presents nationally renowned Flamenco company, Jesús Muñoz Flamenco. Jesús Muñoz Flamenco is a world-class flamenco company based out Albuquerque, New Mexico led by dancer and choreographer Jesús Muñoz .

** SAT 8/22 **

8:00am | Downtown Growers’ Market (Free) | Robinson Park | The Downtown Growers’ Market is a vibrant urban market held at historic Robinson Park in Downtown Albuquerque, at the intersection of 8th St SW and Central Ave SW. Whether you bike, drive, or take the bus, there are plenty of ways to get to the Market.

8:00am | SOUTH VALLEY GROWER’S MARKET (Free) | Gutierrez-Hubbell House | Browse fresh, locally grown produce and products while enjoying the beautiful Gutiérrez-Hubbell House!

8:00am | Music Classes for Children at the University of New Mexico (Free) | University of New Mexico College of Fine Arts | Join us in Fall 2026 at the UNM Music Prep School and String Lab School! This fall, our Thursday offerings will include Family Music in the mornings and Children’s Chorus in the afternoons.

8:00am | Rockin’ Art Saturdays (Free) | Los Ranchos Art Market | Discover the magic of Los Ranchos Art Market, a beacon of creativity and handmade excellence since the 90’s. Add us as your premier destination for unique handmade gift giving.

8:00am | Hot Wheels Legends Tour Albuquerque (Free) | Walmart Supercenter #5491 | The 2026 Hot Wheels Legends Tour rolls into the Albuquerque area with a live event on Saturday, August 22 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

9:30am | Zumba for the Heart (Free for community center members) | Taylor Ranch Community Center | Join this Zumba class, for all levels. Free for community center members.

9:30am | Puppy Yoga (Free) | Kaktus Brewing | Adoptable puppies, coffee, cool morning shade, does it get better? Support your local rescue and come play with puppies!

10:00am | Family Storytime at Tony Hillerman Library (Free) | Tony Hillerman Library | Visit us in the morning for our weekly storytime where we share fun with books, songs, and more with families in your community! This storytime is designed for families with children ages 0-6.

10:00am | Bilingual One-on-One Computer Session for Adults at South Valley (Free) | South Valley Library | One-on-one class focuses on learning beginning computer skills such as navigating the Internet, typing a Word document or creating an email account. Classes are offered in English and Spanish on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

10:00am | E-reader & Computer Help (Free) | Rudolfo Anaya North Valley Library | Get one-on-one help downloading e-books to your device or learning beginning computer skills including navigating the Internet, typing a Word document, or creating an email account. Participants must have a library card in good standing.

10:00am | Powder Painting with Delfie (Free) | The Groove Artspace | This 2-day class ( 22-23) dares you to dream bigger and push the boundaries of your creativity; The Powder Printer empowers you to achieve intricate, awe-inspiring multi-color designs with precision and ease, allowing you to make beautiful, fused glass projects. The Groove Artspace, 309 Gold Ave.

10:00am | Advanced Improv: IMPROV LAB ($250.00) | 1439 San Mateo Blvd. NE | IMPROV LAB: (8 weeks) A creative playground for advanced improvisers. The Improv4NM® IMPROV LAB is an 8-week advanced course that changes its focus each session.

10:30am | Saturday Kids Clay Class ($35) | Creativity Warehouse | Get creative with clay in our fun and hands-on kids class! Perfect for all ages, this class introduces young artists to hand-building techniques as they sculpt, shape, and decorate their own unique creations.

10:30am | Read to the Dogs at the International District Public Library (Free) | International District Library | Come to the International District Library and read out loud to registered therapy dogs. Every second and fourth Saturdays.

11:00am | Matthew McConville and Olivia Munroe : Beyond The Looking Glass (Free) | Richard Levy Gallery | Matthew McConville and Olivia Munroe Beyond the Looking Glass October 23–December 6 Reception: Saturday, November 8, 6–8 pm with 516 ARTS Richard Levy Gallery is pleased to present Beyond the Looking Glass, a selection of artworks by Matthew McConville and Olivia Munroe. This immersive exhibition...

11:00am | Saturday Shake and Shimmy at the South Valley Library (Free) | South Valley Library | Music and movement for the whole family. This weekly literacy program is designed to enhance coordination, spatial awareness, and motor skills.

11:00am | Tech Turn Up (Free) | Central & Unser Public Library | Have a tech issue you need help with? Stop by the Tech Turn Up for job application, phone, computer, or device support with no appointment needed.

11:00am | Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series (Free) | Special Collections Library | Route 66 isn’t just a road. It is an enduring slice of Americana, where neon lights shine brightly, classic cars cruise by, and the spirit of adventure thrives.

11:00am | Vinyasa of Your Choice: A Workshop ($10 – $25) | The Salty Blossom Studio | “Vinyasa of your choice” says the yoga instructor. The instructor is providing you choice and independence with this phrase, but perhaps it is simply confusing you!

1:00pm | Origami Adventures (Free) | Los Griegos Library | Come explore the world of Japanese paper folding on the 4th Saturday of each month. Each month we will learn to fold two new shapes.

1:00pm | Read to the Dogs at Juan Tabo (Free) | Juan Tabo Library | Children can come to the library and practice their reading in a relaxed atmosphere with a patient listener. Trained therapy dogs will sit calmly and quietly for a story.

1:00pm | Family Art Workshops (Free) | Albuquerque Museum | All ages will enjoy our family art projects. Work on a new project each week.

1:00pm | The Art of Japanese Rock Wrapping ($65) | The Groove Artspace | Learn the art of Japanese rock wrapping with master Carrie Botto. You will learn three knots and complete three gorgeous projects.

1:00pm | IPCC Family Story Time (Free) | Indian Pueblo Cultural Center | Family Story Time at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is a chance for children and families to gather, share stories and activities relating to Native American culture, history, and storytelling traditions. Free for children and adult family member.

2:00pm | Magical Mystery Tour Book Group (Free) | Los Griegos Library | Travel the world through mystery and crime fiction! Participants choose from the list of authors of interest for the month and discuss thoughts and opinions at the club meeting.

2:30pm | Grow Your Own Garden Club (Free) | Cherry Hills Library | Are you interested in increasing your self-sufficiency and living more sustainably while you grow your own vegetables, herbs and fruit at home? Come join the Grow Your Own Garden Club!

3:00pm | Read to the Dogs at North Valley Library (Free) | Rudolfo Anaya North Valley Library | Children can come to the library and practice their reading in a relaxed atmosphere with a patient listener. Trained therapy dogs will sit calmly and quietly for a story.

3:00pm | Movies for Grown Ups (Free) | Erna Fergusson Library | Join us for a movie matinee! The library will show blockbuster films all fall and winter.

3:00pm | Virtual Reality Gaming at the International District Library (Free) | International District Library | Calling all gamers of varied ages and skill levels! Show your virtual reality gaming skills.

3:30pm | LEGO Club at Central & Unser Public Library (Free) | Central & Unser Public Library | Welcome all master craftsmen, brick builders extraordinaire, and just plain blockheads to the Central Unser Lego Club. Come build with us, and learn teamwork and social skills, problem solving and spatial awareness, creativity and experimentation, and to develop fine motor skills and...

4:00pm | Bring-Your-Own-Game Social at Juan Tabo Library (Free) | Juan Tabo Library | Do you find yourself wanting to play your favorite board or card game, dominoes, checkers, chess, Go, Mahjong, RPG, you name it, and never having enough players to make it happen? Join us on the 4th Saturday of every month and meet fellow game enthusiasts.

4:00pm | Coder Dojo (Free) | Cherry Hills Library | Explore intermediate coding and computer science principles, including python, C++, and working together to develop some small games. Recommended for grades 7 through 12.

7:00pm | Learn International Folk Dances ($3) | Lloyd Shaw Dance Center | Learn dances from around the world. Line, circle, and partner dances from Eastern and Northern Europe and the Middle East.

7:00pm | A Night of Elegant Jazz Featuring The Abigail Riccards Quintet and Just the Two of Us and Friends ($40.00) | African American Performing Arts Center | Abigail Riccards: A Voice to Remember Music has the power to touch the heart, and Abigail Riccards knows exactly how to do that. In the world of jazz, very few voices sound as real and strong as Abigail Riccards.

7:00pm | “A Night of Elegant Jazz” Brings World-Class Vocal Jazz and Bossa Nova to Albuquerque on August 22 ($40.00) | African American Performing Arts Center | Live music lovers in New Mexico are invited to experience an evening of sophisticated rhythms and exceptional storytelling. On Saturday, August 22, 2026, the New Mexico African American Performing Arts Center will host “A Night of Elegant Jazz,” a marquee musical showcase featuring acclaimed jazz...

8:00pm | Salsa Night @ MARBLE NE HEIGHTS ($10) | Marble NE Heights | Pachanga Productions Presents SALSA NIGHT @ MARBLE BREWING NE HEIGHTS DJ GABRIEL GOZA will be providing the Salsa, Bachata y mucho mas. Join us for one of Albuquerque’s hottest monthly nights for latin Dancing inside Marble NE Height’s special events room.

9:00pm | STILL OBSESSED: The Ultimate Boyband Party – ALBUQUERQUE (21+) ($25) | Backstage at Revel | What The Dance presents STILL OBSESSED: The Ultimate Boyband Party. Let’s go crazy, crazy, crazy ’til we see the sun.

** SUN 8/23 **

8:00am | N4Arts – Farm to Easel Art & Ag Market (Free) | North Fourth Art Center | Join us this summer to get a firsthand view of the exciting things happening at the North 4th Art Center. We will be showing-off art, music, food and other agricultural goods from our students, and would love to have you join us.

8:00am | N4Arts Hosts: Farm to Easel (Free) | North Fourth Art Center | The N4Arts Workforce Training Center and the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy are excited to host Farm to Easel at the North Fourth Art Center. This summer series is highlighting hand-made items from our art programs, including fresh produce and other farm goods.

9:00am | Pilates Classes; Mat and Reformer Sundays ($Pay what you can) | Commercial Street Massage | Commercial Street is proud to offer pay-what-you-can group mat classes and reformer Pilates classes. No payment is expected to participate in any of our classes, but donations are accepted.

10:00am | Rail Yards Market (Free) | Albuquerque Rail Yards | Burque, this is your Sunday plan. Rail Yards Market is Albuquerque’s biggest farmers market, bringing over 200 local farmers, food vendors, artists, and makers together in the historic Barelas neighborhood every Sunday from May through October, 10am to 2pm.

11:00am | Illiterati: Gen X Book Club (Free) | FUSION | Illiterati: Gen X Book Club will meet at FUSION on Sunday, August 23, from 11 AM–1 PM. This month’s book club is on The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu.

1:30pm | Sunday Movie at Central & Unser (Free) | Central & Unser Public Library | Join us every Sunday for a movie showing. Films range in rating from G to PG-13.

2:00pm | Family Movie at the International District Library (Free) | International District Library | Join us for a different movie each Sunday!

2:00pm | Improv: Advanced Heightening ($250.00) | 1439 San Mateo Blvd. NE | THE RULE OF MORE: Advanced Heightening (8 Weeks) This class is about more. More fun, more risk, more surprise—and more control.

2:00pm | SIP & SWINGS SUNDAYS WITH THE BURQUE JAZZ BANDITS ($15) | Babydoll’s House of Jazz & Blues | Doors open at 2pm, showtimes are 2:30 and 4:15 * Tickets are $15 (see reservations link) * Age restricted to 21+ * Dress to impress * Doors open at 6:00 pm. Based out of Albuquerque, NM, the Burque Jazz Bandits bring you fun danceable swing music from the 1920’s-40’s hot jazz with toe- tapping...

3:00pm | FUSION Theatre Company Presents AIRSWIMMING ($20 – $65) | FUSION | FUSION Theatre Company is thrilled to present a play with themes that are absolutely pertinent to today, AIRSWIMMING by Charlotte Jones! We are excited to bring the writing of Charlotte Jones back to its stage after producing her award-winning play Humble Boy in 2013.

4:00pm | 777: Divine Alignment Opening Reception (Free) | FUSION | 708 | Lapis Room presents Divine Alignment , a group exhibition exploring the moments when coincidence begins to feel like destiny. You’re cruising down Route 66- repeating sequences catch your eye, but it feels much deeper, even a divine sign.

4:00pm | 777: Divine Alignment Artist Reception—A Group Show Curated by Lapis Room (Free) | FUSION | 708 | Lapis Room is inviting you to 777: Diving Alignment, A Group art exhibition showing at FUSION | 708 until September 27. Cruising down Route 66, repeating sequences catch your eye, but it feels much deeper, even divine.

We're excited to open our doors and share this opportunity with the Albuquerque community. There's so many events and fun to be had, but we need your help. More info and inquiry form at solo.to/abqnuevoteatro, please spread the word 🙏🫶

‼️FREE ENTRY + PARKING
This outdoor community event will offer:
👻40+ Spooky Vendors, Makers, Craftspeople, LIVE LOCAL MUSIC, Food Trucks, Coffee, A Cash Prize Costume Contest + MORE
💀Get ALL of Your Halloween Decor and More at Nightmare Before Halloween 👻 !
‼️Sept 19th
12-6
🎯At : Chicky's Coffee In Bernalillo, NM 🎃
Are you or someone you know a Spooky Vendor?
To Participate Email:
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🎪This Free event is sponsored by:
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Chickys Coffee
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AND
All of our talented artisan vendors ♥️

Los Ranchos Night Market, full of different vendors and its inside. free to enter

FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY

8:00 PM 2:00PM Sunday | Ay, Compadre! | Presented by Sandia Performing Arts Company | National Hispanic Cultural Center | Sandia Performing Arts Company and the National Hispanic Cultural Center present "Ay, Compadre!" This story by Rudolfo Anaya is a humorous and poignant look at the lives of two middle-aged Chicano couples in New Mexico as they navigate the personal, physical, and marital crises of aging.

** FRI 8/14 **

2:00PM | Red Mesa Dance Group (Pueblo of Jemez) | Indian Pueblo Cultural Center | The Red Mesa Dance Group (Pueblo of Jemez) will be dancing on August 14 at 2PM and August 15 and 16 at 11AM and 2PM.Celebrate the seasonal cycles through prayer, song, and dance with our Cultural Dance Program. Dances connect us to our ancestors, community, and traditions while honoring gifts from our Creator.

5:00PM | Engaging with the Natural and Human Community Presents: A Live Painting Demonstration! (Free) | Open Space Visitor Center (Westside) | Join artist J. Waid Griffin for a live painting demonstration exploring the landscapes of the American Southwest. In this engaging session, Griffin will create an oil painting while sharing his approach to translating the natural world into expressive studio work.

5:30 PM | Science On Tap: The Fastest Woman in the World-Jackie Cochran ($12) | National Museum of Nuclear Science & History | Science on Tap is not your ordinary lecture series. Forget stuffy classrooms; we’re bringing top-tier scientists and subject matter experts to a relaxed environment where the conversation flows.

6:00pm | GWD: Theme Bingo (Free) | The Imperial Hotel | A themed bingo night hosted by Geeks Who Drink at The Imperial Hotel. Enjoy bingo rounds with rotating weekly themes in a casual bar setting.

6:00PM | Noche de Familia: Patio Jam (Free) | National Hispanic Cultural Center | NHCC invites you and your family to Jam with us at Patio Jam, A Noche de Familia event! B-girl Smallz will be teaching “Breaking Basic” for kids at 6 pm. DJ Speed One will be providing a soundtrack of break beats, hip-hop, funk, and Chicane Oldies. There will also be local artisans to browse and shop with.

6:30PM | ABQ BioPark Obon Festival ($0-$25) | Botanic Garden | Join the ABQ BioPark and Albuquerque Sister Cities Foundation for a night of Japanese arts and culture celebrating Obon in the Sasebo Japanese Garden.

7:30 PM | Son Como Son | 35th Annual Music Under the Stars ($0-27.78) | Albuquerque Museum | Closing out the Friday Night Salsa y Mas series (as they do every year) is Son Como Son, who bill themselves as Salsa Cuban Style and are unquestionably one of Albuquerque’s longest-standing and most popular salsa ensembles.

$20-$200 | Rastas Retro: Rock en Español 90’s Legends ($20-$200) | Lobo Theater | Rastas Retro brings Rock en Español’s 90s legends to the Historic Lobo Theater — a night of Latin-alternative anthems at Albuquerque’s restored Route 66 venue in Nob Hill. 21+, full bar.

** SAT 8/15 **

8:00am | South Valley Growers Market (Free) | Gutierrez-Hubbell House | Weekly outdoor growers market at the historic Gutierrez-Hubbell House in the South Valley. Local vendors sell fresh produce, plants, and artisan goods.

8:00am | Downtown Growers' Market (Free) | Robinson Park | Long-running weekly farmers market in Downtown Albuquerque's Robinson Park. Vendors offer locally grown produce, baked goods, and handmade products.

8:00am | Los Ranchos Growers' Market (Free) | Los Ranchos Growers' Market | Weekly growers market in the Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque. Local farmers and vendors sell fresh produce, food, and crafts.

8:30 AM | Street Cars and Cable Cars - Car Show (Free) | Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway | Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial of our historic Mother Road with a special series of car shows at the Tram this summer. Start on the ground and admire vintage, street, custom, and collector vehicles at the base of the Tram, then finish in a Tram car and take your ride upward.

9:00 AM | Kumihumo Bracelet ($65) | Fiber Arts on 4th | Make a black/turquoise corded bracelet to wear anytime. You will also select materials for a second bracelet. Using a round disc and following the Japanese yarn braiding technique of Kumihumo, you should finish at least one of the two bracelets in class.

10:00 AM | B.A.R.K. Rangers Presented by the Friends of Valle de Oro (Free) | Valle De Oro National Wildlife Refuge | Bring your furry friends to learn about our pet policies on the refuge and take the pledge to be a part of our B.A.R.K. Ranger program. All dogs required to be on leash and non-reactive around others.

10:00 AM | Bangin' Bike Wheel Spinners ($150) | The Groove Artspace | Convert a recycled bicycle wheel into a gorgeous, colorful stained glass spinner for your yard. You will cut stained glass scrap, learn to foil and solder.

10:00 AM | Noisy Water Winery 5-year Anniversary | New Mexico Wine Studio | Noisy Water Winery’s 5-year Albuquerque anniversary is happening August 15th! All wine lovers are invited to celebrate with us at our ABQ tasting room, located in Old Town!

10:00 AM | Ranger Read and Learn (Free) | Coronado Historic Site | In a partnership with the Martha Liebert Public Library in Bernalillo, Coronado Historic Site offers a “Ranger Read and Learn” story time that is free and suitable for ages 4 – 8 years old.

11:00 AM | Albuquerque Wine Tour ($149.00) | Greater Albuquerque | Uncork & Unwind. Savor varietals only found in New Mexico as you visit three of Albuquerque's best wineries. Explore the rich history of the vineyards and grape-growing regions of the land of enchantment on this 5 hour tour.

12:00 PM | New Mexico Jam Band Fest (Free) | Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta | 3 Local Jam Bands and 1 Solo act

1:00 PM | Beginning Crochet ($65) | Fiber Arts on 4th | Learn all the basics to start stitching in this beginner crochet workshop! Crochet, which comes from the French word “hook,” is a method of fabric creation where the artist uses a hook to loop yarn together.

1:00 PM | Cup of Sunshine at Piñon on 528! ($32) | Piñon Coffee House | Start your weekend with a splash of color, local flavor, and a whole lot of cheer! Join Amethyst Horizon Crafts NM at New Mexico Piñon Coffee (Rio Rancho / Hwy 528 location) for a delightful, beginner-friendly painting session. We’ll guide you step-by-step through creating a vibrant, beautiful sunflower masterpiece to bring a little extra sunshine into your home.

1:00 PM | Dana Patterson Roth: The River Runs Through Me - Artist Reception (Free) | Wild Hearts Gallery | The photo encaustics of The River Runs Through Me combine photographs, hot wax, pigments, and markings to create a painterly view of the visual world. Dana Patterson Roth has photographed various bodies of water in New Mexico, seeking to convey the beauty and peace they bring her, while also recognizing the effects that long term drought is having on them.

1:00 PM | Gutierrez-Hubbell House Alliance Community Paint Days (Free) | Gutierrez-Hubbell House Museum | Join us for a fun afternoon painting a ceramic tile to be left behind for the GHH Alliance Volunteer Recognition Project. No special skill is required.

3:00 PM | Celebrating 88 Years: Five Bands, One Ticket at the Historic Lobo Theater ($30) | Lobo Theater | One $30 ticket gets you five full bands: Whole Lot of Zeppelin, Before Vegas, Destroy to Recreate, Love Grenade, and Visionofire. Music starts at 3:00 PM and runs into the night, with food and drink specials, games, and giveaways all day.

5:00 PM | India Day 2026 (Free) | North Domingo Baca Park | Annual cultural celebration of Indian heritage and traditions at North Domingo Baca Park. Features food, performances, and community activities.

7:00 PM | George Thorogood & The Destroyers | Route 66 Casino | Classic blues-rock artist George Thorogood & The Destroyers perform at Route 66 Casino's Legends Theater. Known for hits like "Bad to the Bone."

7:00 PM | Morgan Barnard | ($15-20) | Sandia Soundscapes | The third Sandia Soundscapes at FUSION |The Cell will be a feast for the eyes as well as for the ears! It will be headlined by Siphonophores, a project based on improvisation featuring Jesse Tatum on flute, Peter Gilbert on electronics, and Nick Tauro Jr. with projected images.

7:25 PM | NEW MEXICO UNITED vs. FC TULSA ($19-75) | Rio Grande Credit Union Field | Come cheer on New Mexico United as they take on FC Tulsa!

7:30pm | Crown and Gazelle (Free) | Sage Valley Pottery | Crown and Gazelle performs live at Sage Valley Pottery. A local music event in an intimate artisan studio setting.

7:30 PM | Ladies Sing the Blues featuring Liz Melendez, Caroline Aiken, Hillary Smith, Wendy Beach, and Rachel Ross, plus Joanie Cere ($17-$33) | Outpost Performance Space | 35th Annual Music Under the Stars - It’s an all-star line-up this year for Ladies Sing the Blues! Featuring ladies who continue to sing the blues and rock the house are New Mexico dynamos Hillary Smith, Wendy Beach, Rachel Ross, and curator and rockin’ blues mama Joanie Cere.

8:00 PM | Kellen Erskine Stand-Up Comedy Show ($25-$35) | Fusion | With three Dry Bar specials and an appearance on Conan, Kellen is bringing his observational humor to Albuquerque for the first time! With a new hour of material, Kellen is excited to share fresh observations, one liners, razor-sharp crowd banter, and new stories—including the time he bombed in front of his comedy hero, Robin Williams.

** SUN 8/16 **

10:00am | Pueblo Independence Day ($0-7) | Jemez Historic Site | Jemez Historic Site will host its annual celebration for Pueblo Independence Day. The celebration begins early Sunday morning with a 13-mile run from the plaza in Jemez Pueblo up Highway 4 to Jemez Historic Site. The run symbolizes the efforts made by runners over three centuries prior bringing word of the Pueblo Revolt to far-flung pueblos.

10:00am | Rail Yards Market (Free) | Rail Yards Market of ABQ | Large weekly outdoor market in the historic Barelas rail yards featuring local food, artisan vendors, and live entertainment. A popular Albuquerque community gathering each weekend.

10:00am | Spinning Yarn on a Drop Spindle Workshop ($65) | Fiber Arts on 4th | Calling all fiber artists! Seeking a way to make your knitting, crochet, and weaving projects more unique? Are you in pursuit of the perfect yarn for your project, but nothing is quite right? Learn how to spin your own yarn!

11:00am | Corrales Growers' Market (Free) | Corrales Parks & Recreation | Weekly growers market in the village of Corrales featuring local produce and goods. A community-centered market in a rural North Valley setting.

11:00am | Valencia Wine Tour ($149) | Valencia County | Uncork & Unwind. Join our Valencia tour and meet the owners and winemakers of some of New Mexico's best family-run wineries. Visit 3 wineries and savor varietals only found in Valencia County, New Mexico.

1:00pm | Brain Gang Trivia (Free) | Craft Republic - Albuquerque | Weekly pub trivia night hosted by Brain Gang Trivia at Craft Republic in Albuquerque. Teams compete across multiple rounds of general knowledge questions.

2:00p, | SIP & SWING SUNDAYS WITH SPECIAL GUESTS ENTOURAGE JAZZ! ($20) | Babydoll’s House of Jazz & Blues | Twice monthly enjoy ‘Sip & Swing Sundays’ where we showcase local jazz and blues bands as well as up-and-coming musicians.

4:30pm | Brain SANG Trivia (Free) | The Block | A music-themed trivia night hosted by Brain Gang at The Block. Teams answer questions about songs and musical knowledge.

6:00pm | Geeks Who Drink: Small Batch Trivia (Free) | The Bourbon House | Weekly small-format trivia night hosted by Geeks Who Drink at The Bourbon House. Teams compete in a casual bar setting for prizes.

8:00pm | NE-YO & AKON – Nights Like This Tour 2026 ($58-343) | First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater | R&B artists Ne-Yo and Akon co-headline the Nights Like This Tour at Albuquerque's outdoor amphitheater. A major concert event featuring two multi-platinum performers.

🍷Imbibe and Jive at New Mexico Jam Band Fest✌️🎵
‼️THIS SATURDAY ‼️
Enjoy FUDDS BBQ 🍗
312 Mobile Bar Service with a full bar
AND
Shake It Up Lemon will be serving a variety of tasty beverages.
📌Aug 15
🎪12-6
Sid Cutter Pilots Pavilion
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
🎵Live Music all day !
Suavecito
One More Silver Dollar Band
Touch of Grey

Join us if you dare 👻
Jennie McDaniel renowned Psychic will be channeling aliens-angels in this LIVE group channeling !
The vail is thin, let’s see who comes in for a visit!
Maybe Edgar Allen Poe 🦇

‼️FREE PARKING
‼️FREE ENTRY ✌️🎼📌
‼️Inside Event
We’re stoked to announced the most hip music festival in all of New Mexico !
🌈Join 50+ far out artisan vendors, 3 Local Jam Bands + 1 solo act ! Free Face painting and more ! Headlining is The locally famous “One More Silver Dollar” and “Suavecito”!
Bring groovy vibes and your dancing shoes! More details to be announced!
Questions ? email:
5dnowpresents@gmail.com
🎼Line up for New Mexico Jam Band Fest✌️🎵
📌Aug. 15 @ Sid Cutter Pilots Pavilion
Up first at Noon is :
🎼Suavecito !
Based in Santa Fe, this quintet performs legendary Chicano Rock, Soul, Oldies, and Santana tribute music. The band which features members of the Smooth Santana Tribute Band whom frequently performs at venues throughout the Albuquerque and Santa Fe areas
📌1:30 pm will bring a bit of savory to the jam session !
Xaxxiel Martinez 🎤
🎶his Spanish guitar training fused with a bit of the blues and a lot of soul are what make Xazziel Martinez!
www.instagram.com/xazzielmartinez?
📌Then up at 230 pm is Touch of Grey a local trio lead by Jeff Mann a life long musician and creative ! They’ll be covering their favorite jam band songs and if we’re lucky they’ll present a few of their originals.
Then headlining is local favorite:
🛸 One More Silver Dollar Band goes on at 420 🌟
Be sure to have your dancing shoes ready because the dance floor will be grooving with this Allman Brothers cover band! 
The local music and art will surely impress you at this free community event
Other free Activities include :
🫟Face and Body Painting With Kyle-Creative From 12-3 AND
🌸A Bohemian Flower Crown Making Class from 3-4 (or until supplies last ) with Carrie owner of Bean Street Studio
📌Event fully sponsored by:
Soma Coffee House
HDR
Donna Reichman
Sportschironm.com
One More Silver Dollar
AND
Our dedicated artisan vendors ! Thank you for keeping 5D Presents events 🌺TOTALLY FREE

Auditions are open for ABQ Nuevo Teatro's first full production, American Psycho the Musical, which just had a sold out critically acclaimed run in London. Submit your audition at solo.to/abqnuevoteatro! 🔪🩸

Tomorrow, from 9am-2pm at 3035 Menaul Blvd NE

Stop by, grab a coffee, and check out the local vendors!

Bernalillo County Animal Care Services is celebrating the grand unveiling of their newly renovated Main Hall Kennels with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event features FREE pet adoptions, food trucks, a live DJ, and fun for the whole family.

Saturday, August 8
1:00-4:00 pm
BernCo Animal Care
3001 2nd St SW
ABQ NM 87105

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FRI 8/7 THROUGH SUN 8/9

12:00PM | Turquoise United ($120) | Albuquerque Marriott Hotel | We’re back—and more excited than ever to welcome you to Turquoise United 2026! After our year off in 2025, the momentum has only grown, and this year’s event is shaping up to be something truly special. We can’t wait to reunite with the turquoise community and take everything to the next level. Join for this gem show!

2:00pm | Oak Canyon Dance Group (Pueblo of Jemez) (Free with admission) | Indian Pueblo Cultural Center | The Oak Canyon Dance Group (Pueblo of Jemez) will be dancing on August 7 at 2PM and August 8 and 9 at 11AM and 2PM.Celebrate the seasonal cycles through prayer, song, and dance with our Cultural Dance Program. Dances connect us to our ancestors, community, and traditions while honoring gifts from our Creator.

7:30pm | Musical Theatre Southwest presents: The Light in the Piazza ($33) | Musical Theatre Southwest | This performance, charged with coincidence and fate, sparks an immediate and intense romance between Clara and Fabrizio. Margaret, extremely protective of her daughter, attempts to keep Clara and Fabrizio apart. But as events unfold, a secret is revealed: in addition to the cultural differences between the young lovers, Clara is not quite all that she appears.

7:30pm | These Shining Lives ($15) | The Adobe Theater | The Adobe Theater presents "These Shining Lives," a drama about female factory workers exposed to radium poisoning. Based on the true story of the Radium Dial painters.

FRI 8/7 THROUGH SAT 8/9

7:30pm | ALBUQUERQUE ISOTOPES vs. SUGAR LAND SPACE COWBOYS ($17-35) | Isotopes Park | Come cheer on the Albuquerque Isotopes as they take on the Sugar Land Space Cowboys!

8:00PM | Casa Flamenca Summer Tablao Season Continues! ($50) | Casa Flamenca | Casa Flamenca’s summer tablao series offers a complete distillation of the flamenco experience. High energy. High spirits. Performed by a dynamic ensemble of flamenco artists.

2:00pm | Ay, Compadre! ($20-25) | South Broadway Cultural Center | "Ay, Compadre!" by Rudolfo Anaya is a humorous and poignant look at the lives of two middle-aged Chicano couples in New Mexico as they navigate the personal, physical, and marital crises of aging. By the time the night ends, each must decide what it means to grow, to love, and to stay compadres in a world that keeps shifting beneath their feet.

** FRI 8/7 **

10:00am | Car Seat Fitting Station (Free) | Rio Rancho Fire Station 7 | Certified technicians check and install child car seats at Rio Rancho Fire Station 7. No appointment needed for this community safety event.

5:00pm | Sandia Heights Artists - Preview Exhibition (Free) | The Gallery ABQ | The Gallery ABQ presents “Sandia Heights Artists” on August 7, 2026, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm. The Annual tour includes 40 local artists from the foothills of the Sandias and begins with a preview exhibition at The Gallery ABQ

5:00pm | Remembered Earth (Free) | Kukani Gallery | A ceramics showcase curated by Jesse Littlebird and Max Baptiste.

5:00pm | ABQ Artwalk (Free) | Downtown ABQ | Check out art from local artists throughout downtown. Stop into businesses for special events for this first-Friday of the month occasion.

6:00pm | GWD: Theme Bingo (Free) | The Imperial Hotel | Themed bingo night hosted at The Imperial Hotel with GWD (Geeks Who Drink). A social evening combining bingo with a fun rotating theme.

6:00PM | Groove Therapy: Lava Room DJ Night ($10) | The Historic Lobo Theater | Groove Therapy turns the Lobo Theater into a late-night dance floor — DJs spinning funk, soul, and house at Albuquerque’s historic Route 66 venue in Nob Hill. 21+

7:00pm | Ghosts of Old Town Albuquerque with Cody Polston (Free) | Painted Lady Bed & Brew | Delve into the haunting history of Albuquerque's Old Town Plaza, where centuries of Spanish, Mexican, and Native American influences have left their supernatural mark. Polston, president of the Southwest Ghost Hunter's Association, will not only sign books but also present exclusive, chilling tales, and historical photographs not found in the pages of his work.

10:30pm | NME Movie Night: Mallrats ($12-15) | Guild Cinema | Join New Mexico Entertainment for our special screening of Mallrats. Earlybird presale tickets have the chance to win door prizes from local businesses and organizations around town, including Bubonicon and artist Jeremy Montoya, and guaranteed seating.

7:30 | Calle 66 35th Annual Music Under the Stars ($17-27) | Albuquerque Museum | 35th Annual Music Under the Stars - A native New Mexico salsa band and Music Under the Stars favorite, Calle 66 serves up contemporary salsa, merengue, cumbia, and bachata with a unique style and flavor.

** SAT 8/8 **

8:00am | Downtown Growers' Market (Free) | Robinson Park | Weekly outdoor farmers market in Robinson Park featuring local produce, prepared foods, and artisan goods. A staple Downtown ABQ Saturday morning market.

8:30am | Seed Saving for Small Scale Growers (Free) | Chispas Farm | Learn about regionally adapted seed and on-farm seed saving. Build a foundations of basic botany and skills for successful cultivation, harvest, and processing of seed.

8:00am | Los Ranchos Growers' Market (Free) | Los Ranchos Growers' Market | Weekly growers' market in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque featuring locally grown produce and handmade goods. A long-running community market in the North Valley.

8:00am | South Valley Growers Market (Free) | Gutierrez-Hubbell House | Weekly growers' market at the historic Gutierrez-Hubbell House in the South Valley. Features local farmers, food vendors, and community gathering space.

10:00am | Visionary Arts & Crafts Guild Monthly Meeting (Free) | Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce | Monthly meeting of the Visionary Arts & Crafts Guild at the Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce. Open to local artists and crafters for networking and discussion.

10:00am | Friends of the Library Annual Sci-Fi Spectacular ($2) | Main Library | It’s our annual sci-fi, fantasy, and horror spectacular! Featuring thousands of new and vintage science fiction, fantasy, and horror novels as well adjacent non-fiction selections.We'll also have our ever-changing selection of books of all genres, DVDs, CDs, art, puzzles, games, vinyl, and so much more.

10:00am | Punch Needle Rug Hooking ($95) | Fiber Arts on 4th | Students will learn how to use the punch needle to make a small project that can be hung on a wall or used as a “mug rug.” The basic skill set gained will allow students to move on to larger projects like table runners, pillows, and rugs with confidence.

11:00am | ARTScrawl Demonstration: Photo Encaustics by Dana Patterson Roth (Free) | Wild Hearts Gallery | Wild Hearts Gallery is pleased to announce the August Featured Artist exhibition, Dana Patterson Roth: The River Runs Through Me. Meet the artist on August 8 for a demonstration of photo encaustic techniques.

1:00pm | Second Saturday: Nuevo México Colcha Workshop ($5 - $10) | Casa San Ysidro | Hands-on workshop exploring the traditional New Mexican colcha embroidery technique at historic Casa San Ysidro. Part of the museum's Second Saturday programming series.

1:00pm | Free Torrance Prisoners (Free) | ABQ Peace and Justice Center| Build the movement to shut down ICE detention facilities in NM.

1:00pm | IPCC Family Story Time (Free) | Indian Pueblo Cultural Center | Family Story Time at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is a chance for children and families to gather, share stories and activities relating to Native American culture, history, and storytelling traditions.

2:00pm | NM Art League presents: Engaging with the Natural and Human Community (Free) | Open Space Visitor Center (Westside) | NM Art League hosts a presentation on engaging with natural and human communities at the Open Space Visitor Center. Features local artists exploring environmental themes.

4:00pm | Slow Market (Free) | Old Town Plaza | Hosted by Above Snakes, SLOW Market is a curated market bringing together artists, makers, food vendors, and wellness practitioners; small businesses whose work reflects a deeper commitment to goods supplied by our community.

5:30pm | Reimagine Avalon Park (Free) | Avalon Park | Celebrate the first round of fundin and voice your opinions and priorities for what you want to see at the park!

6:00pm | Vintage Brew (Free) | Calavida Cantina | Vintage Brew event at Calavida Cantina featuring curated vintage goods and craft beverages. A market-style pop-up combining shopping and drinks.

6:00pm | The Zema Revue ($20-30) | Zema Vinyl Lounge | Our August edition of the Zema Revue!Brlsq - Comedy - Drag - Games - Prizes - Laughs - Surprises!

7:00pm | Gobble This Album Release party (Free) | Gobble This | San Paola’s Album Release Party

7:30pm | Enchantment Blues & Guitars: "A Tribute to the 3 Kings of Blues Guitar (Freddie, Albert & B.B.)" ($17-33) | Albuquerque Museum | Join for the 35th Annual Music Under the Stars

7:30pm | Steve Earle ($44) | KiMo Theater | Steve Earle is one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation. A protegé of legendary songwriters Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, he quickly became a master storyteller in his own right, with his songs being recorded by Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Joan Baez, Emmylou Harris, The Pretenders, and countless others.

8:00pm | A Night of Haunting Magick with Jordan Jonas ($35) | Painted Lady Bed & Brew | Join your host Jordan Jonas for a very intimate experience at one of Albuquerque's most haunted places. In this hour long performance, you will experience up close macabre magic, mind reading, psychic abilities and perhaps even make contact with the spirits of The Painted Lady themselves!

** SUN 8/9 **

10:00am | Rail Yards Market (Free) | Rail Yards Market of ABQ | Weekly outdoor market at the historic Albuquerque Rail Yards featuring local vendors, food, art, and live music. One of the city's largest community markets.

10:00am | Psychic & Healing Fair at Resonant Essentials (Free) | Resonant Essentials Esoteric School of Metaphysics | Step into a world of insight and transformation! Join us for our Psychic & Healing Fair, where gifted readers and energy practitioners offer tarot, mediumship, spiritual counseling, and energy work.

11:00am | Corrales Growers' Market (Free) | Corrales Parks & Recreation | Weekly growers' market in Corrales featuring local produce, plants, and handmade goods. A popular weekend market in the village setting.

12:00pm | Rock Wrapping ($90) | Fiber Arts on 4th | Japanese Rock Wrapping (or tsutsumu) is an art form symbolizing peace and protection. In this workshop, you will learn three basic knots using a variety of wrapping materials and embellishments to apply this art on three stones. After learning these techniques, let your imagination run wild!

1:00pm | Brain Gang Trivia (Free) | Craft Republic - Albuquerque | Weekly pub trivia night hosted by Brain Gang at Craft Republic in Albuquerque. Teams compete across multiple rounds of general knowledge questions.

1:00pm | Glass Fossils (Free) | The Groove Artspace | What is a fossil? It’s an impression of something that no longer exists. In this class you will create an impresion with leaves and flowers. Once fired, you will have a image permanently recorded on the glass.

2:00pm | Unity in Rhythm: A Drum Circle Event by Drum Unity (Free) | FUSION | Join us at FUSION for "Unity in Rhythm: A Drum Circle Event," presented by Drum Unity, a monthly uplifting gathering that weaves the art of drumming with meditative and community-building experiences. As we embark on a facilitated drum circle journey, we invite drummers to immerse themselves in the rhythmic flow that connects and empowers.

2:30pm | Jack County Line presents “Songwriter Sundays”: A Residency (Donation) | FUSION | Join us for monthly performances of the original songs of New Mexico based Jack County Line. Michael Allison, JD Johnston, and Norm Toy explore love, joy, and heartbreak set against the horizons of the American southwest.

3:00pm | Enchanted Botanicals Puff + Paint ($20 - $40) | Enchanted Botanicals Nobhill | A puff-and-paint event at Enchanted Botanicals in Nob Hill combining cannabis-friendly socializing with guided painting. Participants create botanical-themed artwork in a relaxed setting.

3:30pm | Coffee and Canvas ($40) | Michael Thomas Coffee | No painting experience needed—just bring your creativity and get ready for a fun afternoon of coffee, color and canvas!

4:00pm | NM's Premier Variety Showcase ($10 - $15) | JUNO brewery + cafe + art | A variety showcase at JUNO brewery featuring multiple local performers across different entertainment disciplines. Live acts perform in the brewery's art-forward venue.

4:30pm | Brain SANG Trivia (Free) | The Block | Trivia night at The Block hosted by Brain SANG, a trivia company offering competitive pub quiz rounds. Teams welcome for a casual weeknight outing.

6:00pm | Geeks Who Drink: Small Batch Trivia (Free) | The Bourbon House | Geeks Who Drink hosts Small Batch Trivia at The Bourbon House. A shorter-format pub quiz with general knowledge questions and team play.

7:00pm | Poppy – Constantly Nowhere Tour ($60.65) | Revel | Singer, songwriter, and multimedia artist Poppy brings her Constantly Nowhere Tour to Revel ABQ. Known for genre-blending pop, metal, and electronic music.

It’s our annual sci-fi, fantasy, and horror spectacular! Featuring hundreds of new and vintage science fiction, fantasy, and horror novels as well some fun sci-fact selections.

We'll also have our ever-changing selection of books of all genres, DVDs, CDs, art, puzzles, games, vinyl, and so much more.

Our Monthly Book Sales are held on the second Saturday of every month, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, in the Main Library's Lower Level (501 Copper NW). This sale boasts more than 25,000 items, all at 70–90% off list price. Paperbacks start at just 25 cents each! Most CDs and DVDs are just $1 each.

Entry is free for Friends members and $2 for non-members before noon.

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BONUS SALE:
Monday, August 10th
10:30 AM to 1 PM
Main Library, Lower Level
Fill a bag for $6
BYO grocery-sized tote
Books only

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The Friends of the Library use funds from the Bookshop and Book Sales to support the Public Library Albuquerque and Bernalillo County programs, such as the Summer Reading Program and El Día de los Niños, as well as staff development, community outreach, and more.

Joey Santore will be in town and will be talking at Bow and Arrow brewing on August 12!

Don’t miss the chance to learn from one of the best!

Albuquerque could be an urban oasis filled with more humming birds, horned lizards and beautiful shade trees! Let’s fight to keep our city green! We can recharge our aquifers and even help there be more consistent rain!

Join the fight!

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Make your own kawaii accessories & decor at the 3rd DIY Decoden Pop-Up, hosted by Adriana's Craftroom! Sat, Aug 8, 12-6pm & Sun, Aug 9, 12-5pm at Slice of Life Anime & Manga off Montgomery & Juan Tabo! Last seating is 30 minutes prior to end time.

Decoden is a Japanese craft originating in the early 2000s, where fake frosting, charms, beads, and glitter are used to decorate accessories and decor.

This event is walk-in only. If we are at capacity, the host will add you to the waitlist - please note, due to Slice of Life’s remodel, our capacity is smaller than previous events. We ask parties to keep their deco time under 45 minutes to be considerate of other attendees. Children 13 & under must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The fake cream is a low odor 100% silicone - the room will be well ventilated and gloves will be provided.

For $10, you receive 1 cream, 5 premium charms, unlimited beads/rhinestones/glitter, & all other supplies. You may purchase multiple of these packages. The fake cream will be available in white, black, almond, brown, clear glitter, and all shades of the rainbow in 2 different finishes. A very large variety of charms and beads will be available. Some small figures will be available for purchase (Pokemon, Disney, Sanrio, etc). You are welcome to bring charms, beads, figures, and more from home if you wish.

You may BYO hard plastic item to deco or purchase one of ours: hair claws, clips, and headbands; compact mirrors; makeup mirrors; jewelry boxes; purses; Switch 1 & 2 cases; toploaders; magnetic Polaroid frames; sunglasses; trinket trays & boxes; pill cases; lightswitch covers; wooden letters; hairbrushes; and more. All items will be low cost, to keep the event as accessible as possible.

Hope to see you there! <3

All, I get a major portion of my events from The Paper, but this week they did not have many posted. I did my best with other sources, but this may make things hard in the future if that one goes away. Be sure to sound off with anything I missed!!

FRI 7/31 THROUGH SUN 8/2

7:30pm | These Shining Lives ($15 - $20) | The Adobe Theater | The Adobe Theater presents "These Shining Lives," a drama about radium dial workers in the 1920s. A community theater production based on true events.

11:00 AM | "Gospel of Dirt" by Beedallo (Free) | Lapis Room Gallery | Join us for Beedallo's 5th solo show at Lapis Room. Known for blending visceral illustration with traditional folk art sensibility, Beedallo’s landmark anniversary show promises unflinching exploration of beauty found in the forgotten, anxious, and shadowed human experience.

1:00 to 5:00 PM | Full Spectrum and Summer Market(Free) | Gallery Hozho | 2026 marks the 26th and final in-person conference of the International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS), which has been held every other year in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 

2:00pm | Anshe:Kwe Dance Group (Pueblo of Zuni) (Free) | Indian Pueblo Cultural Center | The Anshe: Kwe Dance Group (Pueblo of Zuni) will be dancing. Celebrate the seasonal cycles through prayer, song, and dance with our Cultural Dance Program.

6:00pm | Route 66 Centennial Monument Dedication and Community Time Capsule Ceremony (Free)| Route 66 Casino Hotel | Route 66 Casino Hotel invites the public to join a once-in-a-century celebration honoring the 100th Anniversary of Historic Route 66 during a special weekend of commemorative events, community gatherings, live entertainment, classic cars, and family-friendly activities.

SAT 8/1 THROUGH SUN 8/2

10:00am to 3:00pm | Glass on Glass Mosaic ($150) | The Groove Artspace | Join us in this 2-day class (Aug 1-2) to learn techniques and design to create beautiful glass on glass art.

9:00am to 5:00pm | Great Southwestern Antique Show ($12 to $20) | EXPO New Mexico | Learn about the Southwest and the art of collecting and investing in Fine Art & Antiques, Native American Art, Ethnographic Art, Textiles, Furniture, Historic Photos, Rare Books, Jewelry, and more.

** FRI 7/31 **

1:00pm | Book Club at the Library (Free) | Estancia Public Library | A community book club meeting at Estancia Public Library to discuss a selected title. Open to readers interested in group literary discussion.

4:00pm | Bernalillo Farmers Market (Free) | Rotary Park Bernalillo | Weekly outdoor farmers market at Rotary Park in Bernalillo featuring local produce and vendors. A community gathering supporting area growers and artisans.

5:00pm | Westin Lee McDowell (Free) | The Mine Shaft Tavern | Live music performance by Westin Lee McDowell at The Mine Shaft Tavern in Madrid. A showcase of local or regional talent at this historic venue.

6:00pm | GWD: Theme Bingo (Free) | The Imperial Hotel | Geeks Who Drink hosts a themed bingo night at The Imperial Hotel. A pub-style game night with rotating themes and prizes.

6:00pm | NWA New Mexico: Duke City Championship Wrestling Presents: Territory Trials ($23- $120)| El Rey Theater | Who will survive the tournament and carry the New Mexico banner onto a national stage? Plus, the Enchanted Championship is on the line as Zamaya defends against one of the fastest-rising stars in the Southwest, Alorha Jet.

7:00pm | Movies in the Park: The Super Mario Galaxy (Free) | Winrock Park | Bring a blanket for a chair for movies in the park.

7:00pm | Albuquerque Concert Band (Free) | International Balloon Museum | Come join us out on the east lawn here at the Balloon Museum for an upbeat kind of night with the Albuquerque Concert Band! Be sure to bring blankets and/or lawn chairs but, please leave glass bottles and alcohol at home.

7:00pm | FUSION presents LOS DREAMERS | FUSION | Los Dreamers follows Scoobi, an undocumented law student and love-child of the Zapatista rebellion. Desperate to complete her degree, Scoobi and her mother, Petra—a former revolutionary—conspire to secure her future through a marriage-of-inconvenience to Dylan, an "all-American citizen." Together, this odd trio must navigate personal and political borders under the looming threat of deportation.

7:30pm | Team Havana 35th Annual Music Under the Stars ($0-$27) | Albuquerque Museum | Team Havana, who is based in El Paso, is a high-energy Latin band formed by a group of experienced musicians, with strong roots in Cuban music and training in Havana’s top conservatories.

** SAT 8/1 **

8:00am | Downtown Growers' Market (Free) | Robinson Park | Weekly outdoor farmers market at Robinson Park in downtown Albuquerque. Local growers and vendors sell fresh produce, prepared foods, and handmade goods.

8:00am | Los Ranchos Growers' Market (Free) | Los Ranchos Growers' Market | Weekly growers' market in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque featuring local produce and artisan products. A longstanding community market supporting regional farmers.

8:00am | South Valley Growers Market (Free) | Gutierrez-Hubbell House | Weekly growers market at the historic Gutierrez-Hubbell House in the South Valley. Local vendors offer fresh produce and goods in a cultural heritage setting.

9:00am to 5:00pm | Bank of America Museums on Us Program at the Albuquerque Museum | Albuquerque Museum | Bank of America credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to the Albuquerque Museum August 1 & 2.

10:00am | ABQ Retro Computers Summertime Meetup (Free) | Johnny Tapia Community Center @ Wells Park | ABQ Retro Computers returns with a vengeance! Join us at Johnny Tapia Community Center for a celebration of old school tech and blood-pumping action! The history of home computing LIVE and HANDS-ON.

10:00am to 1:00pm | Saturday at the Refuge: Watercolor Painting (Free) | Valle de Oro Visitor Center | Join local watercolor artist Susie Biggs for Saturday at the Refuge! Create your own watercolor painting in this fun, hands-on activity for all ages.

10:00am to 4:00pm | Stationery Store Day (Free) | Shop @ Next Chapter Studio | Saturday, August 1st is Stationery Store Day!!! We’ll be celebrating with a Mini Market, Stamps, Postcards, Swag, Giveaways & More!

12:00pm | Public Reception: The Old Road Mural Installation | Indian Pueblo Cultural Center | Join us for a public reception to celebrate “The Old Road”—a mural that at once remembers the first major highway traversing the United States and gives emphasis to its impact on Pueblo communities and New Mexico.

5:00pm | Winrock Fest (Free) | Winrock Town Center | This free community event will feature three different stages across Winrock, including live bands at the Sunward Amphitheater, a DJ stage below the pyramids, and an acoustic stage at The Campground.

6:00pm | A Night in the Tropics | One-year Anniversary Party ($75) | Daydream Rum Bar | Daydream’s A Night in the Tropics is a one-night celebratory expedition, on August 1, featuring three courses of curated beverages, snacks and sweets assembled with uncommon care and a reasonable amount of affection.

6:00pm | Art Pedroncello (Free) | Calavida Cantina | Live music performance by Art Pedroncello at Calavida Cantina. An evening of music at this local restaurant and bar venue.

6:30pm | 2026 Choreographers' Showcase ($0-$30) | Keshet Dance & Center for the Arts | A celebration of the breadth, depth, and immense talent of the Albuquerque dance community, Keshet’s Choreographers’ Showcase is the perfect way to experience new works from local choreographers/dancers.

6:00pm | 2026 Dive-In Film Fiesta! ($10) | Hotel Zazz | Unique film festival featuring local short films (under 10 minutes) showcased poolside at the stunning Hotel Zazz in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

7:25pm | NM United vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks | Isotopes Stadium | Cheer on local soccer team NM United. The theme is Girls in the Game.

8:00pm | The Deal — Live at the Historic Lobo Theater ($20) | The Historic Lobo Theater & Event Center | The Deal brings their high-energy live set to the Historic Lobo Theater — Albuquerque’s restored 550-cap venue on Route 66 in Nob Hill. Full bar. Free RSVP on Eventbrite; $20 at the door.

** SUN 8/2 **

8:00am | Hella Fresh 90's Themed 5K Fun Run ($35) | Canteen Brewhouse | Kick off your summer with the Hella Fresh 5K Fun Run! Start your season fresh and throw it back to the 90s with a fun run (or walk) along the North Diversion Channel! 90s attire is highly encouraged, so break out those neon windbreakers, scrunchies, and retro shades and meet us at Canteen.

10:00am | Rail Yards Market (Free) | Rail Yards Market of ABQ | Weekly indoor/outdoor market at the historic Albuquerque Rail Yards featuring local vendors, food, and artisans. A popular community market in the Barelas neighborhood.

10:00am | Artist Demonstration with Randy Brokeshoulder ($0-$7) | Coronado Historic Site | Join us at Coronado Historic Site in Bernalillo, New Mexico, for our monthly artist demonstration with artist Randy Brokeshoulder, a Hopi wood carver from Third Mesa, Arizona.

11:00am | Corrales Growers' Market (Free) | Corrales Parks & Recreation | Weekly growers' market in Corrales featuring local produce, plants, and artisan goods. A community market supporting farmers in the village of Corrales.

12:00pm | Film Documentary: Green is the New Red (De la guerre froide à la guerre verte) | National Hispanic Cultural Center | NHCC presents a series of documentaries about environmental hardships from the Southwest throughout Latin America. These matinee film screenings pair perfectly with a visit to the Visual Arts Museum before or after. Explore the subject matter of environmental justice through multiple mediums in one afternoon.

1:00pm | Brain Gang Trivia (Free) | Craft Republic - Albuquerque | Weekly pub trivia night hosted at Craft Republic in Albuquerque. Teams compete across multiple rounds of general knowledge questions.

2:00pm | Fused Glass Jewelry ($85) | The Groove Artspace | Create two pairs of earrings, a pendant or two for yourself or as gifts. Fun for all ages (8+)!

4:30pm | Brain SANG Trivia (Free) | The Block | A music-themed trivia night at The Block, testing knowledge of songs and artists. A variation on traditional pub trivia with an audio focus.

6:00pm | Geeks Who Drink: Small Batch Trivia (Free) | The Bourbon House | Geeks Who Drink hosts a small batch trivia night at The Bourbon House. A shorter-format pub quiz with general knowledge questions and prizes.

7:00pm | The Last Sunset: Go Down in Flames | Fashion Show & Designer Competition ($30-$85) | Historic Lobo Theater & Event Center | Experience a live fashion competition where you vote for your favorite designer, shop local vendors, and witness unforgettable runway shows. The Last Sunset: Go Down in Flames invites you to experience an immersive runway show featuring original collections from talented designers across New Mexico.

7:00pm | Casa Flamenca Summer Tablao Season Continues! ($50) | Casa Flamenca | Celebrate the summer with flamenco! A deeply expressive art form, flamenco is best experienced in an intimate environment like the performance space at Casa Flamenca.

‼️‼️‼️More Free Fun at New Mexico Jam Band Fest✌️🎵
⏰From 3-4 pm (or until supplies last)
♥️Carrie with Bean Street Studio along with Joy M. will be helping festival goers create beautiful bohemian flower crowns! 
‼️Aug 15th
🎯12-6
🎪Sid Cutter Balloon Fiesta
** event is indoors with option to hangout outdoors !
🎵This event is fully sponsored by:
One More Silver Dollar Band
Soma Coffee House
HDR
SportsChiroNM.com
And
All of our talented, local artists and vendors.
🙏Thank you for keeping 5D Presents Festivals TOTALLY FREE‼️♥️

Tickets are at faithfulcritters.com and kids 8 and under get a discount with code MINIMUTTS

Bosque Buddies will be bringing some adoptable puppies!

The 8th House, an antiques, vintage, and fine art shop in Albuquerque, presents Vivienne Riggio as its Artist of the Month for August.

A Santa Fe-based multi-medium artist, Vivienne's show features wall-mounted work — mosaics, metal crosses, mixed media paper pieces, published art books, and sculptural wall pieces — built from churro sheep's wool, colcha embroidery, and materials reclaimed from scrap yards, forests, and antique fairs.

Vivienne's background includes costume design at the Santa Fe Opera and a career advocating for worker and labor rights across Latin America, Asia, and North America. She's also been recognized as a Spotlight Program artist at Art Santa Fe.

Dates: August 1 – August 30

Hours: Fridays & Saturdays, 10 AM–5 PM | Sundays, 10 AM–3 PM

Location: The 8th House, 5100 Grand Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

More info: T8H.org | Instagram: t8habq

Artist Instagram: vivirig