Arts & Culture News
Job Opportunity at the ABQ BioPark: Assistant Aquarium Technician
The ABQ BioPark’s Aquarium team is seeking a motivated, helpful, and detail-oriented team member to serve as an Assistant Aquarium Technician at the ABQ BioPark.
City Acquires Historic Unser Family Property to Drive Westside Cultural Growth
Community can weigh in on future redevelopment near Central and Unser
My Story Is Golden Uplifts Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Voices
A soundscape of migration, memory, and identity debuts at Gallery One and International District Library.
Celebrate Art and History at Casa San Ysidro’s Heritage Day
Free community event in Corrales celebrates New Mexico’s living traditions with experiences for all ages.
Enjoy More Adult-Only Twilight Tours and Night Walks This Summer at ABQ BioPark
We have made many of our summer tour dates exclusively for adults 18 and over this year!
Tingley Beach Bob Gerding Pond Closed for Shoreline Improvements May 9
The pond will closed for treatment May 9 and will have a second closure May 20-21 to finalize the work.
Summer Starts With a Story: Register for the Public Library’s Free Summer Reading Program
Discover new books, spark creativity, and win prizes along the way.
100 Years of Special Collections Library Celebrated with New Exhibition at Albuquerque Museum
From bookmobiles to archives, discover the story of how one building became a cornerstone of community access in Albuquerque.
ABQ BioPark Mourns the Loss of Makaio, Beloved White-Cheeked Gibbon
Makaio's presence brought joy to staff and guests alike, and he will be deeply missed.
Cheep, Cheep, Hooray! Meet ABQ BioPark's New Cape Vulture Chick
The BioPark's bird care team is excited to share the first baby of spring!
Century-Old South Broadway Tradition Focus of New Documentary
Local filmmakers debut “Fiesta of Our Lady of Guadalupe” at free screening.
Enjoy Mother's Day in Old Town with Free Entertainment and Dancing
Local vendors and Old Town merchants are ready to treat Mom.
ABQ BioPark Pollinator Pavilion to Remain Closed This Season for Renovations
Just like a caterpillar becoming a butterfly, we’ll emerge renewed and ready to welcome you back in the 2026 season.
2025 FAI Ballooning Commission Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
Induction ceremony will take place at the Balloon Museum in October.
Celebrate Mom at the ABQ BioPark Zoo
Live local music and discovery stations among special treats planned for Mother’s Day.
ABQ BioPark Reopens Enhanced Heritage Farm on Earth Day
Voter-approved GRT continues to transform the state’s most-visited attraction.
Temporary Closure of Reptile Building and Macaw Habitat Begins April 21
Construction work consists of replacing the aging shade structure at the reptile building entrance.
Young Voices Through the Lens: “Focus on Youth” Returns to the Albuquerque Museum
Experience the powerful perspectives of Albuquerque’s next generation of photographers and filmmakers
ABQ BioPark celebrates Earth Day 2025 with new Great Ape-ril: After Hours event and e-waste recycling on Saturday
ABQ BioPark to host an electronic recycling event and new Great Ape-ril: After Hours event on April 26, 2025.
Free Events for Children and Families Highlight El Día de los Niños
Multicultural celebration of children and literacy celebrated at The Public Library.
Kate Alderete Named Public Library Director, Bringing Visionary Leadership to Albuquerque
With a passion for community engagement and a track record of innovative library services, Alderete is set to shape the future of the city’s public library system.
Mexican Gray Wolves Return to the Wild with Help from ABQ BioPark
BioPark’s commitment to conservation extends far beyond its gates.
Albuquerque Among Six Cities Chosen for National Artists at Work Initiative
Support from the Mellon Foundation will fund employment of local artists for 18 months. .
Job Opportunity at the ABQ BioPark: Teen Volunteer Facilitator
The New Mexico BioPark Society is now hiring for our teen volunteer facilitator role at the Albuquerque BioPark’s Zoo, Aquarium, and Botanic Garden. These positions are hired through a temporary staffing agency, and are funded through the New Mexico BioPark Society.
Job Opportunity at the ABQ BioPark: Camp Teacher
The New Mexico BioPark Society is now hiring teachers for summer educator roles at the Albuquerque BioPark’s Zoo, Aquarium, and Botanic Garden. These positions are hired through a temporary staffing agency, and are funded through the New Mexico BioPark Society.
Special Collections Library Celebrates 100 Years of Preserving ABQ’s History with Community Event
Albuquerque’s first Public Library marks a century of stories, archives, and community heritage.
Public Art Networking Event Highlights Economic Impact of Creative Sector
Local public art census results reveal impact on community growth.
Celebrating 150 Years of Casa San Ysidro: A Landmark of New Mexico’s Heritage
Albuquerque Museum unveils a season of special events honoring the rich history, culture, and traditions of the Gutiérrez/Minge House in Corrales.
Soar into Spring Break with AIR-Mazing Activities at the Balloon Museum
Hands-on fun and high-flying science for all ages.
SAWUBONA: A Powerful Exhibition Showcasing Youth and Black Artists
Gallery One exhibition invites the community to truly see and celebrate the stories, identities, and creative expressions of 12 youth artists and their mentors.