Arts & Culture News
Live Music, Local Flavor, and Summer Fun Return for Heights Summerfest
Free concert features Doctor Nativo and local favorites
New ABQ BioPark Climate Action Plan Advances Heat Relief Efforts and Waste Audit
The roadmap will help protect animals, plants, guests, and resources as climate change brings hotter temperatures, drought, wildfire risk, and flooding to Albuquerque.
Albuquerque Museum Announces Major Centennial Exhibition The Other Route 66: 100 Years of People, Identity, and Place in Albuquerque
On view June 6, 2026 - January 3, 2027.
Summertime in Old Town Concert Series Returns This Weekend
Free events offer a wide variety of local entertainment.
Job Opportunity at the ABQ BioPark: Associate Project Coordinator
The ABQ BioPark’s Education team is seeking a friendly and organized team member who is familiar with technology to work as the Guest Experience Administrator at the ABQ BioPark. This role will assist the Education and Marketing departments.
Gigantic Alebrijes and Nahuales Bring Mexican Magical Realism Downtown
Temporary art exhibition features eight illuminated sculptures.
Open Air Gallery Returns to Civic Plaza for Route 66 Centennial
Photography and poetry shape a public exhibition honoring the people, places, and stories of the Mother Road
New African Animals Arrive at ABQ BioPark Zoo
We’re welcoming some entirely new species to the BioPark, along with some old favorites.
Unearth a Story™ During Public Library’s Summer Reading Program
Discover hidden tales, connect with neighbors, and enjoy free fun for all ages.
New Exhibition Explores Albuquerque’s “Big I” as a Crossroads of Culture, Memory, and Movement
At the East of My Past and the West of My Future” opens May 28 at South Broadway Cultural Center Gallery.
(Un)bound to Boundless: A Gallery One Juneteenth Exhibition
Memory, joy, and resistance are the connective threads that honor Black emancipation in new exhibition
Arts & Culture and Tour ABQ Roll Out Route 66 Remixed Tour
New layer of creativity, storytelling, and partnership enhances Albuquerque’s "Route 66 Remixed" experience.
Blast From the Past: Route 66 Summerfest Reimagined for Albuquerque’s Centennial Celebration
Music through the decades, cars, and more honor 100 years of the Mother Road.
New Art Vault Installation: How to Have a Flying Dream
Gallery One opening explores desire, agency, dreams and flight.
Growing the Herd: ABQ BioPark Welcomes New Giraffe!
The young male giraffe is settling in nicely to his new home and is already adored by his care team.
“Low Rider” Legends Cruise Into ABQ for Freedom 4th
1970s multi-genre WAR headlines annual celebration
Free Route 66 Centennial Concert Series Continues at Visitor Center Through May
Centennial Roots photography exhibition remains on view accompanied by murals, installations, and more.
Celebrate Mom in the Wildest Way at the ABQ BioPark Zoo
Live local music and discovery stations among special treats planned for Mother’s Day.
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Music, Culture, and Community in Old Town
Free, family-friendly activities, performances, and more await mom.
New Kangaroo Joey Springs to Life at ABQ BioPark
The young kangaroo is active, curious, and in good health.
Job Opportunity at the ABQ BioPark: Mechanic I
The ABQ BioPark’s Maintenance team is seeking an enthusiastic and hard-working team member to perform and/or assist in performing minor mechanical repairs and adjustments on a variety of gasoline and diesel automobiles, heavy equipment and other mechanical equipment; assist in diagnosing mechanical difficulties in automotive equipment; repair and replace tires, and perform a variety of other tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
ABQ BioPark Announces New Chapter for Giraffe Herd
The arrival of young male giraffe marks a hopeful next step while honoring the legacy of beloved matriarch June.
Route 66 Visitor Center Reopens with Community Celebration and Photography Exhibition, Marking New Chapter for Westside Landmark
Route 66 Visitor Center open for regular, but limited operating hours
Casa San Ysidro Announces New Season of Programs, Workshops and Festivals
Albuquerque Museum’s historic property showcases history, art, and culture in Corrales
ABQ BioPark Elephant Safely Returns to Habitat
Alice is unharmed and at no point were staff or guests at risk
ABQ BioPark Unveils Running Wild: Cheetahs and More
A refreshed experience in the former Catwalk spotlights animal adaptations, resilience, and a new cheetah habitat!
ABQ BioPark Zoo hosts Chevron Community Day
Celebrate reptile conservation and save some green on your zoo day visit
Route 66 Visitor Center Reopens With Photography Exhibition Celebrating Mother Road Centennial
Exhibit is open and free to the public; regular hours begin in April
STREET SIGNALS Turns Urban Signage Into Gallery Dialogue at South Broadway Cultural Center
Exhibit opens March 25.