60 upcoming events near Albuquerque — concerts, theater, markets, library programs and more. Free to browse; each links to the source.
Pickleball & rec
June 5 to 7, 2026
Manzano Mesa Outdoor Courts · Albuquerque, NM
Manzano Mesa Outdoor Courts
Compete in the 50-and-over games with singles Friday, doubles Saturday and mixed doubles Sunday.
Community & civic
June 7, 2026
Albuquerque Convention Center · Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque Convention Center
Browse lowriders, art and live music at this large Albuquerque culture and car showcase downtown.
Music & concerts
June 13, 2026
5 to 10 p.m.
Albuquerque, NM
A free city street party at North Domingo Baca Park with live music, food trucks and local vendors. It kicks off the summer festival season on the east side.
Music & concerts
Multiple dates, June 2026
7 to 8 p.m.
Marble Brewery (Downtown and NE Heights) · Albuquerque, NM
Marble Brewery (Downtown and NE Heights)
Catch free live local bands several nights a week across Marble's three Albuquerque taprooms.
Tastings
June 26, 2026
6:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Explora, 1701 Mountain Rd NW · Albuquerque, NM
Explora, 1701 Mountain Rd NW
Sip local brews while exploring the science behind beer at this adults' evening inside Explora.
Music & concerts
July 2, 2026
Albuquerque · Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque
See pop favorite Hilary Duff perform live in New Mexico in early July.
Music & concerts
July 3, 2026
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden · Albuquerque, NM
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
Hear the New Mexico Philharmonic perform an outdoor summer concert in the Botanic Garden setting.
Music & concerts
July 24, 2026
Albuquerque · Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque
Catch country and Hootie favorite Darius Rucker on his 2026 tour stop in New Mexico.
Music & concerts
Select dates May through August 2026 (incl. June 6, June 13, July 4)
Old Town Albuquerque · Albuquerque, NM
Old Town Albuquerque
Enjoy free live entertainment in historic Old Town on select spring and summer dates.
Classes & arts
August 26 to September 23, 2026
Harwood Art Center, 1114 Seventh St NW · Albuquerque, NM
Harwood Art Center, 1114 Seventh St NW
Pick up oil-painting fundamentals while painting local cityscapes in this multi-week adult class.
Community & civic
September 10 to 20, 2026
Albuquerque, NM
Eleven days of rodeo, concerts, livestock, midway rides and green chile everything at Expo New Mexico. It is a classic late-summer tradition.
Music & concerts
September 2026, dates to be announced
Albuquerque, NM
New Mexico's yearly celebration of world music and culture brings performers from around the globe to Albuquerque each September. Expect multiple stages and a global food village.
Community & civic
October 3 to 11, 2026
Dawn ascensions and evening glows
Albuquerque, NM
The world's largest hot-air balloon gathering fills the dawn sky over Balloon Fiesta Park with hundreds of balloons. Mass ascensions and evening glows draw crowds from everywhere, so book lodging way ahead.
Classes & arts
October 17, 2026
Albuquerque Museum · Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque Museum
Make art inspired by works on view in a hands-on workshop at the Albuquerque Museum.
Community & civic
October 30 to November 8, 2026
Albuquerque, NM
Old Town hosts its annual Day of the Dead celebration with altars, marigolds, art and processions. It is a heartfelt, family-friendly tradition rooted in the area's culture.
Community & civic
December 5, 2026
5:15 p.m.
Albuquerque, NM
Floats and groups covered in lights roll down Central Avenue through Nob Hill to open the holiday season. It is free, festive and very family-friendly, so arrive early for a good spot.
Lifelong learning
Thursday, June 18, 2026
1:00 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Reconsider Jimi Hendrix's place in American music history in this OLLI lecture for lifelong learners.
Lifelong learning
Mondays starting June 1, 2026
5:30 PM
Online (UNM Continuing Education) · Albuquerque, NM
Online (UNM Continuing Education)
Learn to write and submit short fiction for publication in this live online OLLI course for ages 50 and up.
Tastings
Sunday, March 8, 2026
2:00 PM
Southwest Grape & Grain, 2448 Menaul Blvd NE · Albuquerque, NM
Southwest Grape & Grain, 2448 Menaul Blvd NE
Learn to craft your own amaros and bitters in a hands-on afternoon session at Southwest Grape & Grain.
Classes & arts
Saturday, June 13, 2026
4 to 5 p.m.
Blue Sky NM (via Harwood Art Center) · Albuquerque, NM
Blue Sky NM (via Harwood Art Center)
Learn basic weaving and leave with your own mini loom in this short hands-on workshop.
Music & concerts
Friday, July 24, 2026
6 to 8:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m.
ABQ BioPark Zoo · Albuquerque, NM
ABQ BioPark Zoo
Close the zoo series with virtuoso ukulele from Hawaiian artist Taimane, ranging from Bach to Led Zeppelin.
Classes & arts
Saturday and Sunday, June 6 and 7, 2026
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Harwood Art Center, 1114 Seventh St NW · Albuquerque, NM
Harwood Art Center, 1114 Seventh St NW
Spend a creative weekend learning mixed-media tear-and-repair techniques with artist Lea Anderson.
Dance & fitness
Ongoing monthly dances with lessons, 2026
Albuquerque area · Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque area
Take a group lesson then dance the evening with a friendly ballroom crowd for just five to ten dollars.
Dance & fitness
Thursdays including May 28, 2026
6:00 PM
Albuquerque (CSP-area studio) · Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque (CSP-area studio)
Learn the basics of Waltz, Tango and Foxtrot with no partner needed at this beginner-friendly drop-in class.
Lifelong learning
Thursday, June 11, 2026
1:00 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Get free guidance on tracing your family history at this OLLI member genealogy event.
Community & civic
Wednesdays
7 p.m.
Marble Brewery (Downtown and NE Heights) · Albuquerque, NM
Marble Brewery (Downtown and NE Heights)
Test your knowledge over a pint at Marble's free weekly Jeopardy-style trivia at the Downtown and NE Heights taprooms.
Music & concerts
Thursday, May 28, 2026
6 to 8:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m.
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden · Albuquerque, NM
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
Stroll the Botanic Garden with specialty food, discovery stations and a live set from Levi Platero to open the reimagined summer concert series.
Lifelong learning
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
1:00 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Study the Declaration of Independence and its lasting impact in this OLLI history course.
Music & concerts
Friday, June 5, 2026
6 to 8:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m.
ABQ BioPark Zoo · Albuquerque, NM
ABQ BioPark Zoo
Open the Zoo concert series with Southern soul, blues, rock and funk from Eddie 9V plus up-close animal chats.
Lifelong learning
Thursday, July 9, 2026
1:30 PM
Online (UNM Continuing Education) · Albuquerque, NM
Online (UNM Continuing Education)
Trace Georgia O'Keeffe's rise to fame in this live online OLLI art-history session.
Music & concerts
Friday, June 19, 2026
6 to 8:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m.
ABQ BioPark Zoo · Albuquerque, NM
ABQ BioPark Zoo
Folk-rock storytelling from Amelia Day on the Bandshell Stage with discovery stations across the zoo.
Food festivals
Friday, July 17, 2026
200 N Plaza St NW · Albuquerque, NM
200 N Plaza St NW
Browse local artisans and sample street food at this summer festival in Albuquerque's North Valley.
Markets
Summer 2026 series
Winrock Town Center · Albuquerque, NM
Winrock Town Center
Shop a night market and hear free live bands at Winrock Town Center's free summer event series.
Markets
Sundays, May 3 to October 2026
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Albuquerque Rail Yards · Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque Rail Yards
Wander 300-plus vendors with free admission and free parking every Sunday at the historic Rail Yards.
Classes & arts
Thursdays including May 28, 2026
Albuquerque · Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque
Try a different hands-on craft each week, from clay and glass to canvas painting and glazing.
Theater & film
On view through summer 2026, Tuesdays to Sundays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Albuquerque Museum · Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque Museum
Walk through the spirited history of Albuquerque in the museum's signature permanent history gallery.
Lifelong learning
Monday, June 1, 2026
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Taylor Ranch Library · Albuquerque, NM
Taylor Ranch Library
Join fellow readers to talk horror fiction at this recurring evening book club at Taylor Ranch Library.
Lifelong learning
Mondays and Wednesdays starting June 8, 2026
3:30 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Understand where New Mexico's water comes from and where it goes in this multi-session OLLI class.
Lifelong learning
Monday, July 6, 2026
1:00 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Hear the surprising story of the mule's role in American history at this free OLLI member event.
Lifelong learning
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
3:00 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Learn what it takes to retire abroad at this free OLLI member talk geared to near-retirees.
Lifelong learning
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
1:00 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Follow the story of money from ancient coins to cryptocurrency in this OLLI course.
Music & concerts
Thursday, July 16, 2026
6 to 8:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m.
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden · Albuquerque, NM
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
Reggae beats from Joseph General & High Vibration with the Aquarium open for an extra splash of the evening.
Markets
Saturdays, April 4 to November 7, 2026
8 a.m. to noon
Robinson Park, 810 Copper Ave NW · Albuquerque, NM
Robinson Park, 810 Copper Ave NW
Shop fresh local produce, handmade goods, hot food and live music every Saturday morning in Downtown's Robinson Park.
Lifelong learning
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
1:00 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Revisit the immigrant experience at Ellis Island in this afternoon OLLI history lecture.
Lifelong learning
Thursday, August 6, 2026
1:00 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Get the essentials on advance healthcare directives at this free, practical OLLI member session.
Music & concerts
Friday, July 10, 2026
6 to 8:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m.
ABQ BioPark Zoo · Albuquerque, NM
ABQ BioPark Zoo
Country, Americana and Southern rock from Holy Roller fill the Bandshell on a summer night at the zoo.
Pickleball & rec
Daily, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Manzano Mesa, Villella and Pat Hurley courts · Albuquerque, NM
Manzano Mesa, Villella and Pat Hurley courts
Play pickleball free of charge on dedicated city courts open daily from early morning to night.
Classes & arts
Thursdays, 6 to 9 p.m.
Harwood Building Dining Hall, 1114 7th St NW · Albuquerque, NM
Harwood Building Dining Hall, 1114 7th St NW
Bring your own project to a welcoming weekly studio practice and creative community night.
Lifelong learning
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
3:00 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Explore the myths and stories of Native American cultures in this OLLI lecture for lifelong learners.
Lifelong learning
Monday, June 8, 2026
10:00 AM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Dig into the great Russian Romantic composers in this morning OLLI session for adults 50 and older.
Pickleball & rec
Wednesdays
Manzano Mesa Pickleball Complex · Albuquerque, NM
Manzano Mesa Pickleball Complex
Show up for light, casual pickleball every Wednesday whether you are a beginner or seasoned player.
Lifelong learning
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
10:00 AM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Discover rocket pioneer Robert Goddard's New Mexico years in this morning OLLI history lecture.
Lifelong learning
Monday, July 20, 2026
1:00 PM
UNM Continuing Education · Albuquerque, NM
UNM Continuing Education
Debate who really wrote Shakespeare's plays in this lively OLLI lecture for adults 50 and up.
Outdoors & nature
Ongoing weekly hikes, 2026
Sandia and surrounding mountains · Albuquerque, NM
Sandia and surrounding mountains
Explore the Sandias and nearby trails, meet new people and stay fit with this active hiking group.
Theater & film
Ongoing 2026, Fri and Sat 7:30 p.m., Sun 2 p.m.
Vortex Theatre, 2900 Carlisle Blvd NE · Albuquerque, NM
Vortex Theatre, 2900 Carlisle Blvd NE
See live local theater on weekend evenings and Sunday matinees throughout the Vortex's 2026 season.
Classes & arts
Thursdays
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
OFFCenter Community Arts · Albuquerque, NM
OFFCenter Community Arts
Drop in for a casual weekly painting session open to all skill levels at OFFCenter.
Music & concerts
Thursday, June 25, 2026
6 to 8:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m.
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden · Albuquerque, NM
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
Spend a summer evening at the Heritage Farm gardens with live music from JD Nash and the Rash of Cash.
Music & concerts
Thursday, July 30, 2026
6 to 8:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m.
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden · Albuquerque, NM
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
Close out the garden concert season with a Route 66 Centennial theme on the Festival Green stage.
Senior programs
Mondays, 9 to 11 a.m.
Palo Duro Senior Center · Albuquerque, NM
Palo Duro Senior Center
Join a friendly group singing together every Monday morning at the Palo Duro Senior Center.
Dance & fitness
Saturdays
10 a.m.
Marble Brewery Westside · Albuquerque, NM
Marble Brewery Westside
Start your Saturday with a relaxed taproom yoga session followed by a brew at Marble Westside.
