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Fun Albuquerque Events

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City of Albuquerque Events

The following is a listing of government events sponsored on by the City of Albuquerque.

The Balloonists (Film)

Oct 03, 2026 01:00 PM to Oct 31, 2026 02:30 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

Please note this schedule is the same every day that the Balloon Museum is open 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.

A Parliament of Trees, with artist Brian Stinson

Oct 08, 2026 02:00 PM to Nov 14, 2026 04:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

East Gallery Opening: Every Cottonwood Is a Poplar, but Not Every Poplar Is a Cottonwood!

Mimbres Reimagined: Then and Now!

Oct 08, 2026 05:00 PM to Nov 14, 2026 04:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Step into the world of the Mimbres through the contemporary artwork of Albuquerque artist Bill Howden.

Fall Kundalini Yoga classes

Nov 07, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us Saturday mornings for outdoor classes at overlooking the fields at Open Space Visitor Center.

Reading Room Rumble: Central and Unser Library

Nov 21, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Central and Unser Library Community Room —

Reading Room Rumble is your free local video game tournament hosted by Parks and Recreation!

The Balloonists (Film)

Oct 31, 2026 from 03:00 PM to 04:30 PM — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum —

AEC Meeting Schedule

Nov 18, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM — 7th Floor Energy & Sustainability Room —

AEC Meetings

Old Town Walking Tours

Nov 01, 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.

Sculpture Garden Tours

Oct 31, 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.

Free Sunday Mornings at Albuquerque Museum

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

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

Gallery Tours

Oct 31, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM — Albuquerque Museum —

Meet at the front desk to join a one-hour, docent-led tour of Albuquerque Museum galleries.

Haunted Hoops & Trick or Treats!!!

Oct 31, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 04:00 PM — Holiday Park Community Center —

Free Halloween 3 on 3 basketball event and indoor candy trail at Holiday Park Community Center!

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

Igbo Literacy Project

Nov 02, 2026 from 10:00 AM — Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center —

Join us at Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center every Monday for Igbo Literacy Project!

City Council Meeting

Nov 02, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 10:30 PM — City of Albuquerque Government Center, Vincent E. Griego Chambers —

Albuquerque City Council Meeting.

African American Advisory Board Meeting

Nov 03, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM — City Council Committee Room - 9th Floor of Albuquerque Government Center —

The African American Advisory Board is a permanent body established by City Ordinance, O-26-11 to ensure the voices, experiences, and aspirations of Albuquerque’s Black community are integrated into the heart of the City’s government.

Yang-Style Tai Chi with Instructor Yixin

Nov 04, 2026 from 09:00 AM — Barelas Senior Center —

Learn Yang-style Tai Chi every Wednesday at Barelas Senior Center

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.

Stories and Music in the Sky - Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta® - Art Fun - Bead Art

Nov 04, 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.