Arts & Culture Events

Free Sunday Mornings at Albuquerque Museum

Jun 21, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Free admission to Albuquerque Museum on Sunday mornings, 9 am–1 pm

Free First Wednesday

Jul 01, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

General admission to Albuquerque Museum is free on the First Wednesday of the month.

Sculpture Garden Tours

Jun 17, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Enjoy a pleasant stroll through our sculpture garden with a friendly guide who will share the stories about the artists and their works. Weather permitting.

Old Town Walking Tours

Jun 18, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Explore the historic Old Town neighborhood on foot with an informative guide who will provide insight into the people and places that shaped the community. Weather Permitting.

If Only I were a candle in the dark: Cosm - Cameron Krow

Apr 03, 2026 to Oct 31, 2026 — East wall of patio at Sister Bar —

Light-filled spherical sculpture installed on the east wall of Sister Bar patio.

Insect Safari Evening

Jun 16, 2026 from 05:30 PM to 08:30 PM — ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden —

Gain a new appreciation for the miniature world of insects all around us on this family-friendly adventure

A Word with Writers: Andrew Sean Greer, Pulitzer Prize-Winning author of "LESS" in conversation with Emily Zipps

Jun 16, 2026 from 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Bookworks and the Albuquerque Public Library Foundation, in collaboration with Santa Fe International Literary Festival and AMP Concerts

Stories and Music in the Sky - Life Science - Animal Classification

Jun 17, 2026 from 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

Join us for Stories and Music in the Sky, a presentation of award-winning early childhood education programming featuring stories, music, movement, and art produced by the Albuquerque Balloon Museum. There are different themes held every week for children up to 6 years old.

Stories and Music in the Sky - Life Science - Animal Classification

Jun 17, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

Albuquerque Concert Band - Summer Concert Series

Jun 17, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 08:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

Free concert series by the Albuquerque Concert Band--a 2026 Creative Bravos Award recipient!

Third Thursday: Kick Off Juneteenth Weekend

Jun 18, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 08:30 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Free Evening at the Museum

Zoo Music - Amelia Day - Featuring The Americas

Jun 19, 2026 from 06:00 PM to 08:30 PM — ABQ BioPark Zoo —

Get wild at the Zoo!

Family Art Workshops

Jun 20, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 02:30 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Stop by the Albuquerque Museum School during your visit to make an art project. We welcome families to the Museum with opportunities to get creative together.