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City of Albuquerque Events

The following is a listing of government events sponsored on by the City of Albuquerque.

Cosmic Carnival and Star Party

Oct 17, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 10:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us for a full day and evening of out-of-this-world fun at the Cosmic Carnival & Star Party, presented in partnership with the Albuquerque Astronomical Society (TAAS)!

Foothills Wild Guided Hike

Oct 18, 2026 from 08:30 AM to 10:30 AM — Elena Gallegos | Cottonwood Spring Trailhead —

Come learn about the local flora and fauna in the Sandia Mountains.

30th Annual Prime Time 50+ Expo

Oct 20, 2026 from 08:30 AM to 01:00 PM — New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science —

Celebrate 30 years of the Prime Time 50+ Expo, a community event dedicated to connecting New Mexico’s older adults with health, wellness and lifestyle resources

Loveable AF: A QT Variety Show!

Oct 23, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 09:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Health Equity Alliance for LGBTQ New Mexicans (Heal+NM)

Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch

Oct 24, 2026 from 07:30 AM to 09:30 AM — USS Bullhead Memorial Park —

Join staff and volunteer experts and explore various Open Space properties and experience all that your public lands have to offer.

Operation Glaze: Donut Decorating Event

Oct 24, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM — Krispy Kreme Doughnuts —

APD and Krispy Kreme hosts...

Artist Talk: Parliament of Trees!

Oct 24, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us for an engaging artist talk featuring “Parliament of Trees,” a discussion exploring the Bosque as a rural and natural space within the heart of an urban environment.

Fright Night 2: The Bride of Fright Night!

Oct 24, 2026 from 12:30 PM to 08:30 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Books on the Bosque

Artist Presentation: Exploring the Art, History, and Legacy of the Mimbres People with Bill Howden

Oct 24, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join artist Bill Howden for an engaging presentation exploring the remarkable artistry, history, and cultural legacy of the Mimbres people of southwestern New Mexico.