Arts & Culture News
Job Opportunity at the ABQ BioPark: Ambassador Primate Keeper
The ABQ BioPark’s Primate team is seeking an enthusiastic and hard-working team member to serve as the Assistant Primate keeper at the ABQ BioPark.
New Research Uncovers Economic Influence of $271 Million Generated by the Nonprofit Arts and Culture Sector in Albuquerque
The Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 Study underscores the significant impact of arts and culture in creating better communities.
South Broadway Cultural Center Celebrates 28 Years of Our Lady of Guadalupe Exhibition
Annual Art Reception on Dec. 9 Features Community Altar by April Gallegos.
ABQ BioPark Investing in Cutting-Edge DNA Lab to Quickly Test Elephants for Often-Fatal Virus
Only seven zoo labs in the country exist to conduct on-site EEHV testing
Step into the Magic of Old Town Holiday Stroll
Festive fun, timeless traditions and holiday tree lighting highlight event that also features shopping, entertainment, and free admission to area museums.
Twinkle Light Parade Illuminates Nob Hill for an Evening of Enchantment
Holiday shopping throughout Nob Hill encouraged before and after event.
ABQ BioPark Brings in Some New Animals, Helps Others Move to New Homes
Moves are all part of a holistic vision for animal welfare.
Episode 4 of the City's Public Art Podcast Series, Take Another Look, Released
Listen to the fourth episode of Take Another Look: "Bigger Budget, Bigger Ideas!"
ABQ BioPark Announces Winter Hours
Zoo, Botanic Garden and Aquarium closed Mondays, Garden and Aquarium have modified schedules during River of Lights
Route 66 Rides Again!
City’s Department of Arts & Culture wins National Park Service Award for Route 66 corridor preservation, announces neon history video series.
Unveiling the Artistry: Dive into the Creation of Albuquerque's International District Library Glass Installation
Join local artist Reyes Padilla and representative from world-renowned Franz Mayer of Munich for a presentation and community discussion on new Public Art project.
Moe the Hippo gets a new pool for his 50th birthday!
ABQ BioPark celebrates one of its senior residents with a private swimming hole
City Seeks Nominations for the 2024 Creative Bravos Awards
Annual awards have recognized the remarkable creative contributions that have transformed Albuquerque since 1985.
“Dia de Los Muertos” Community Art Exhibition Opens at South Broadway Cultural Center
Community encouraged to pay homage to late loved ones during Mexican tradition.
Updated with Speakers - Poetry Book Event: An Ode and Homage to Nuestra Querencia, Our Beloved Homeland
New Mexico’s Community of Poets Showcased in New Anthology, Reading Set for October 29 at the Albuquerque Museum.
Episode 3 of City's Public Art Podcast Series, Take Another Look, Released
Listen to the third episode of Take Another Look: "CABQ Public Art Collection 101."
ABQ BioPark Opens New Asia Habitat
Largest expansion in decades sets the new standard for animal care and wellbeing at the Zoo
ABQ BioPark Opens New Asia Habitat
Largest expansion in decades sets the new standard for animal care and wellbeing at the Zoo.
City of Albuquerque Opens Artist Applications for the UETF Resiliency Residency Program
Artists from all disciplines and mediums invited to apply by Oct. 27.
Arts & Culture’s One Albuquerque, One Hundred Poets Wins Top NM-AZ Book Award
“City at a Crossroads” and “Journey West: Danny Lyon” recognized as finalists
Updated: City Celebrates the Annular Eclipse with Four Temporary Public Art Installations
Installations on view at the Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum October 7 - 15.
Live Entertainment in Old Town Returns During Balloon Fiesta Week
Free family friendly events feature mix of regional sounds begins this Friday.
Celebrate the Splendors of Autumn at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden's Harvest Festival Oct. 7 and 8
Event features live music, local artisans, Discovery Stations, and more.
Balloon Museum Adds Must-See Events, New Exhibits, and Extended Hours During Balloon Fiesta
Annular eclipse viewing event, artist talks, craft cocktails, and more on tap October 7-15.
An Event to Eclipse all Others at the Balloon Museum Celebrates Celestial Sensation
Annular eclipse takes path over Albuquerque skies on Oct. 14.
Casa San Ysidro Presents Harvest Festival 2023
2-day celebration highlights the living traditions of New Mexico with the Village of Corrales,
Blues Night on Civic Plaza Ready to Hit All the Right Notes in Downtown Albuquerque
Charlie Musselwhite headlines free concert featuring local and national talent .
Episode 2 of City's Public Art Podcast Series, Take Another Look, Released
Listen to the second episode of Take Another Look: "The History of the City's Public Art Program."
Albuquerque Museum Presents O’Keeffe and Moore
An exhibition featuring iconic paintings and sculptures by Georgia O’Keeffe and Henry Moore.
Nortesur by Luis Fitch on View at South Broadway Cultural Center
Exhibit explores the intermingling socio-economic, geopolitics, climate change, and friction between Mexico and the U.S.