Old Town • New Fun
Weekly Events - 2008 Season
Come out and enjoy Albuquerque's newest old tradition - Albuquerque's Old Town 
during late spring, summer and early fall. Progamming slows down during late fall and winter months.
- Wednesdays - Live music and history honoring the elders.
- Thursdays - Showcase of Albuquerque’s diverse cultures.
- Fridays - Live Latin music and dancing.
- Saturdays - Live poetry, music and workshops.
- Sundays - Theatrical patio performances.
Wednesdays -- Live Music and History Honoring the Elders
When: Every Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. (unless otherwise noted)
Where: Old Town Plaza (Map )
Come to Old Town to enjoy live music and performances by renowned local artists! Learn about Albuquerque's history from historical re-enactments, known as "Chataqua."Visit Old Town's many unique shops and take advantage of discounts on performance nights!
Join us in continuing to honor our elders, who have made a difference in the Old Town area.
May 7
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Historian Emma Moya Honoring the Elders
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Nuevo Flamenco Music group Zombra
May 14
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Historian Emma Moya Honoring the Elders
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Johnny Burns - Country Singer
7:30 - 9:00 p.m. GW - Rock-A-Billy
May 21
6:00 – 6:30 p.m. Music Group La Rondalla de Albuquerque
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Historian Emma Moya: Honoring the Elders at the Gazebo
7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Music group Jasper Brown
May 28
6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Historian Emma Moya Honoring the Elders
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Borris and the Saltlicks
Thursdays -- Showcase of Albuquerque’s Diverse Cultures
When: Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. (unless otherwise noted)
Where: Old Town Plaza (Map
Thursday evening programs entertain with “Folk Festival Presents” programs of folk music by area artists. The Folk Festival programs will alternate with performances by the National Institute of Flamenco. In late May, “Cultural Sunsets Celebrating the New Mexico Culture” programs will be added to the Thursday evening fare.
May 8
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Folk Festival Music Showcase presents JUBALation (Celtic/Folk)
May 15
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Folk Festival Music Showcase presents Saoirse (Irish/Celtic)
May 22
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Virginia Creepers (Old Time)
May 29
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Hey! (Old Time/Contra)
Fridays -- Live Latin Music and Dancing
When: Every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. (unless otherwise noted)
Where: Old Town Plaza (Map
Learn the steps to popular Salsa dances, then try out your moves during the live Salsa concerts!
Friday evening programs entertain with hot Latin sounds from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Gazebo, and mariachi group Los Primos roaming throughout Old Town. Programs will be scheduled for most Fridays; more detailed information on dates and performers will be updated when available.
May 9
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Latin Music Group at the Gazebo
May 16
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Latin Music Group Nosotros at the Gazebo
May 23
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Los Primos rotating throughout Old Town
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Latin Band Charanga Del Valle at the Gazebo
May 30
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Latin Sensation Roberto Griego and his band El Nuevo Sonido
Saturdays -- Live Poetry, Music and Workshops
When: Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (unless otherwise noted)
Where: Various Plazas through Old Town Albuquerque (Map )
You never know what will happen in Old Town! On any given Saturday, you have the chance to hear music, listen to poetry, hear story telling, or enjoy Folklorico or Flamenco dancing.
May 17
The City of Albuquerque Cultural Services Department, the Filipino American Foundation of New Mexico and the San Felipe de Neri Church present:
The 31st Annual Filipino Cultural Celebration of Santa Cruz de Mayo
1:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Old Town Gazebo
Procession around the Plaza featuring participants portraying Biblical characters dressed In Filipino attire. Flowers are a prominent feature of this event which is sometimes called by title “Flores de Mayo” the reception includes Filipino food catered by Fil Am Fast Food Mart. Cultural presentations include The Philippine Cultural Dancers and the Kulintang Ensemble of Albuquerque. The public is invited. Wearing Filipino Costumes is encouraged but optional.
For information call: (505) 265-4064 or (505) 768 3531 or 311 locally.
ENTERTAINMENT
3:00 - 4:30 p.m. PART ONE - Mistress of Cermonies - Mary Ann Orate
3:00 - 3:30 p.m. Kulintang Ensemble of Albuquerque
3:30 - 4:00 p.m. Filipino Cultural Dancers
4:00 - 4:30 p.m. La Rondalla de Albuquerque
4:30 - 5:30 p.m. – BREAK AND PREPARE FOR MASS AND PROCESSION
5:30 p.m. MASS – SAN FELIPE DE NERI CHURCH
(FOLLOWING MASS) – PROCESSION AROUND THE PLAZA
Song Leader - Jam Morales
Cross – Christian Zafra
Reinas, Sagalas and Public
7:00 p.m. - PLAZA - PART 2 –ENTERTAINMENT Master of Ceremonies - Chuy Martinez
CHURCH YARD - FOOD
7:00 p.m. - Welcome
Anthems - Jimmy Custodio
7:10 p.m. - Introduction of the Reinas and Sagalas-Heddy Long
7:20 p.m. - Filipino Cultural Dancers
8:00 p.m. - Sign Off
For information, call Lee at (505) 459-8010 or Kidstale at (505) 214-5150
Visit: www.pinoy-newmexico.com
May 24
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. La Rondalla de Albuquerque at The Patio Market
12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Music group Amauta from Ecuador at Plaza Don Luis
12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Musician Lenore Armijo at the Patio Market
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Alma Flamenca at the Gazebo
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Mariachis throughout Old Town
5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Music group Los Primos throughout Old Town
May 31
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. La Rondalla de Albuquerque at The Patio Market
12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Musician Lenore Armijo at the Patio Market
12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Music group Amauta form Ecuador at Plaza Don Luis
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Alma Flamenca at the Gazebo
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. NM Marimba Band at Plaza Hacienda
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Mariachis Nuevo Mexico throughout Old Town
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Los Primos throughout Old Town
Sundays -- Theatrical & Patio Performances
When: Occasional Sundays from 6 to 9 p.m. (unless otherwise noted)
Where: Old Town Plaza (Map
May 25
2:00 – 4:00 p.m. - Gunfighters Association of NM performing around Old Town
Sponsored by:
These free events focus on the culture and history of New Mexico and the Southwest brought to life by accomplished experts and performers.
Sponsored by:
- The City of Albuquerque Cultural Services Department
- Lo Maduro de La Cultura
- The New Mexico Humanities Council
- San Felipe de Neri Church
Next performance to be listed soon!
Where: KiMo Theatre (Map )
For more information: Call (505) 768-3544 or 311 locally.
Presented by the City of Albuquerque Cultural Services Department, the KiMo Theatre, and Caminos Culturales.
Old Town • New Fun is a Cultural Services Department project.