Arts & Culture Upcoming Events

Sculpture Garden Tours

Oct 21, 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.

Family Art Workshops

Nov 07, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 02:00 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.

Slow Looking

Oct 17, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Included with Museum admission, registration required

10th Annual Albuquerque Chinese American Film Festival

Oct 17, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Chinese American Citizens Alliance - Albuquerque Lodge

NMGMC Annual Movie SingAlong "Chicago"

Oct 17, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 10:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by New Mexico Gay Men's Chorus

Old Town Walking Tours

Oct 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.

Free Sunday Mornings at Albuquerque Museum

Oct 18, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

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

Car Show: "On a Sunday Afternoon"

Oct 18, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 04:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Free event at the Albuquerque Museum

Stories and Music in the Sky - Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta® - The Importance of Launch Directors

Oct 21, 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 - Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta® - The Importance of Launch Directors

Oct 21, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

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)

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

Benise - Spanish Nights by Candlelight

Oct 24, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 09:30 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Spanish Guitar Entertainment LLC

The Other Route 66 Lecture Series: Headlights on the Mother Road: A History of the New Mexico Fireballs

Oct 25, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Included with Museum admission

Stories and Music in the Sky - Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta® - Wind and the Albuquerque Box

Oct 28, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

Stories and Music in the Sky - Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta® - Wind and the Albuquerque Box

Oct 28, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

Joanne Shaw Taylor

Oct 28, 2026 from 07:30 PM to 10:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by AMP Concerts

Screening & Live Score of "The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari"

Oct 29, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Explore Academy Media Ensemble

Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert 40 Anniversary

Oct 30, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 10:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Joe Anderson Werks and 5 Cent Productions LLC.

The Balloonists (Film)

Oct 03, 2026 01:00 PM to Oct 31, 2026 02:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

Please note this schedule is the same every day except Monday, October 5 as the theater will be closed after the morning lecture. All programming in the Anderson Family Theater is included with the price of admission to the Museum. Seating is limited so please be physically present in the theater to grab your spot early.

Underwater Pumpkin Carving

Oct 31, 2026 from 01:30 PM to 03:00 PM — ABQ BioPark Aquarium —

Divers make a splash with this Halloween celebration for the fish.

Heritage Spinning and Weaving: Weaving

Oct 31, 2026 from 01:30 PM to 03:00 PM — Casa San Ysidro: The Gutiérrez / Minge House —

Purchase Casa San Ysidro admission online

The Balloonists (Film)

Oct 03, 2026 03:00 PM to Oct 31, 2026 04:00 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

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

Oct 08, 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.

Free First Wednesday

Nov 04, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM — Albuquerque Museum —

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

Conversations with Collections

Nov 04, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM — Albuquerque Museum —

Included with Museum admission

Sold Out | Pati Jinich: NM PanAmericana Premiere, panel discussion and book signing

Nov 05, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by NMPBS

Todd Rundgren: DAMNED IF I DO TOUR

Nov 06, 2026 from 06:30 PM to 10:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Lensic 360

Opening Talk: Overcoming Hateful Things

Nov 07, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Free event

¡Música del Corazón! Viajes del Violín 13th Annual John Donald Robb, Jr. Memorial Concert

Nov 07, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by UNM Robb Musical Trust

The Four C Notes: Recreating the Music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons

Nov 07, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 10:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by DSH Entertainment, Inc.

The Other Route 66 Lecture Series: Neon Along Route 66

Nov 08, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Included with Museum admission

John Craigie - Keep it Warm Tour 2026

Nov 12, 2026 from 07:30 PM to 09:30 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

With Special Guest Lucy Clearwater. Presented by Lensic 360

Reel Rock 20

Nov 13, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 10:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Stone Age Climbing Gym

Second Saturday: The Art of Conservation

Nov 14, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 03:30 PM — Casa San Ysidro: The Gutiérrez / Minge House —

Free event at Casa San Ysidro

Raqs Alba 2026

Nov 14, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 09:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Sirena World Dance Studio LLC.

Staged Reading: Mother Road

Nov 15, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 04:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Included with Museum admission

Third Thursday

Nov 19, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 08:30 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Free night at the Museum

A Word with Writers: Dean Norris of "Breaking Bad"

Nov 19, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Bookworks and the Albuquerque Public Library Foundation

Conversations with Collections

Nov 20, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Included with Museum admission

Ballet Folklórico Fiesta Mexicana Fall Recital

Nov 21, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Ballet Folklórico Fiesta Mexicana

The Sound of Music: Youth Edition

Nov 21, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 03:30 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by New Mexico Young Actors

Ballet Folklórico Fiesta Mexicana Fall Recital

Nov 21, 2026 from 02:30 PM to 04:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Ballet Folklórico Fiesta Mexicana

The Sound of Music: Youth Edition

Nov 22, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 03:30 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by New Mexico Young Actors

Heritage Spinning and Weaving: Colcha

Nov 28, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM — Casa San Ysidro: The Gutiérrez / Minge House —

Reservation required, purchase admission online

The Bosque Chapter Fly Fishing Film Festival

Dec 03, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Trout Unlimited Bosque Chapter

Holiday Stroll

Dec 04, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Free night at the Museum

Bonnie “Prince” Billy

Dec 04, 2026 from 07:30 PM to 10:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by Lensic 360

Noche de Luces

Dec 05, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM — Casa San Ysidro: The Gutiérrez / Minge House —

Free night at Casa San Ysidro

"A Dickens' Christmas Carol"

Dec 06, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 02:30 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by New Mexico Young Actors

“A Dickens’ Christmas Carol”

Dec 06, 2026 from 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by New Mexico Young Actors

The Nutcracker

Dec 12, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

The Nutcracker

Dec 12, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

When Enough is Enough

Dec 12, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 10:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Presented by LadyAction Productions

The Other Route 66 Lecture Series: Route 66 Travelers and Tribes: 100 Years

Dec 13, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Included with Museum admission

The Nutcracker

Dec 13, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

The Nutcracker

Dec 14, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

The Nutcracker

Dec 19, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

The Nutcracker

Dec 19, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

The Nutcracker

Dec 20, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

New Year’s Eve Before Dark

Dec 31, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Free event

An Evening with Keller Williams

Jan 14, 2027 from 07:30 PM to 09:30 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by AMP Concerts

Jesse Cook

Jan 31, 2027 from 07:30 PM to 10:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by AMP Concerts

Trio Mandili

Feb 04, 2027 from 07:30 PM to 10:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by AMP Concerts

International Guitar Night

Feb 23, 2027 from 07:30 PM to 10:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by AMP Concerts

Psychic Standup with Karen Rontowski

Feb 26, 2027 from 07:30 PM to 09:00 PM — South Broadway Cultural Center —

Comic Cure Inc.

Canceled - CRYSTAL METHYD The Enchanted Forest

Mar 22, 2027 from 08:00 PM to 09:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Murray & Peter and AMP Concerts

The Wailin' Jennys

Jun 02, 2027 from 07:30 PM to 10:00 PM — KiMo Theatre —

Presented by Lensic 360