The IN List 2025: November 17th-23rd
The IN List shares the top experiences and events going on this week in & around Albuquerque. Be sure to keep an eye on Instagram stories from @keepingupinalbuquerque throughout the week for any event changes or additions.
These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
Monday | November 17th
Toddler Time at Explora
9–10am, Explora Museum (1701 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque). The museum opens early just for toddlers to explore, play, and discover with interactive exhibits and special activities like storytime and music jam.
Family Storytime
4:30-5pm, International District Library. This family storytime incorporates reading with singing, rhyming and movement in a fun, fanciful way to encourage early literacy development. For children of all ages and their families.
Ukulele/Piano Class
6:30pm, Taylor Ranch Community Center. Learn new chords and play along to favorite standards from the 50's-80's on ukulele or piano. This is an ongoing weekly popular music group jam. Bring your own ukulele. Some ukuleles and keyboards are available to borrow during the class.Come learn songs in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Classes are offered in a non-competitive, safe, and supportive environment for all participants.
Board Game Night @ I Scream Ice Cream
6-8pm. Game Night is free to attend, but bingo cards are $5 each, with proceeds going straight into updating our game shelf—so every round you play helps us bring in new favorites!
Pilates with Thea
6pm, Rio Bravo Brewery. Donation based class, pay what you can
Tuesday | November 18th
Toddler Tuesdays
10:30am-12:30pm, I Scream Ice Cream. Let us clean up the play mess! Parents receive 10% off coffee.
Turn Up with Lauren
6–7pm, FUSION Wellness Center (1709 Golf Course Rd SE #104, Rio Rancho, NM 87124). High-energy dance fitness class.
Musical Karaoke Night
7:30-10:30pm, Tractor Brewing- Wells Park. Come sing your favorite musical tune with us.
Yoga & Beer
6–7pm, Rio Bravo Brewing Company (1912 2nd St NW, Albuquerque). $10 includes yoga class; beer or kombucha available for purchase.
Get Your Tail to the Trail
5-7pm, Ponderosa Brewing. As this beautifully designed 7-mile walk and bike loop takes shape, we’re looking for community members who want to get involved, help fundraise for future segments, and bring the trail to life through art, events, and volunteer efforts.
Mindful Mocktails
5-6:30pm, Books on the Bosque. At each event, you can expect a hands-on experience. You will learn how to make all three mocktail recipes and taste them! I'll lead us in a conversation about drinking culture, where we will explore the joy of a sober life and mindful drinking, and discuss the barriers that people pleasing can cause to living in alignment with our values.
ABQ Girls Who Walk- Friendsgiving Dinner
6pm, Rio Grande Social. Join us for a cozy, low-key Friendsgiving on Tuesday, November 18 at Rio Grande Social! Your RSVP is required and can be found on our site. In the spirit of giving back, we’re skipping the RSVP fee this month and kindly asking everyone to bring non-perishable food items to donate to our community partners.
Wednesday | November 19th
Story Time at the Balloon Museum
9:30-10:30am OR 11am-12pm. 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.
Music and Movement
10:15-11am, Taylor Ranch Library. Join us for an interactive storytime where children will develop early literacy skills through music, dancing, singing, stories, and the exploration of simple musical concepts. Two identical sessions will be available for patrons to choose from. Ages 0 – 5.
Baby Storytime
10:15–10:45am, Cherry Hills Library. Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, fingerplays and body movement. Ages 0 - 2.
Brain Gang Trivia
6–8pm, Canteen Brewhouse (2381 Aztec Rd NE, Albuquerque). Free trivia night with prizes.
Ladies Knit and Klatch
10:30am-12:30pm, I Scream Ice Cream. 10% off veteran discount.
Studio Ghibli Movie Nights- SOLD OUT
6:30pm, Tasty Pot
Thursday | November 20th
Story Time at the WHEELS Museum
10am, 1100 2nd Street NW, 87102
Baby Storytime
11:15-11:45am, Taylor Ranch Library. Interactive storytime for ages 0–3.
Preschool Storytime
10:30–11:15am, Lomas Tramway Library (908 Eastridge Dr NE, Albuquerque). Stories and activities for ages 3–5.
Turn Up with Lauren
6–7pm, FUSION Wellness Center (700 1st St NW, Albuquerque). High-energy dance fitness class.
Fine Art Class
6-8pm, Los Vecinos Community Center. First come, first serve basis, up to 12 participants. Sign up online.
Friendsgiving at Rio Bravo Brewing
7-9pm. An intimate dinner in our upstairs barrel room, including 4 courses, each paired with a Rio Bravo brew. Beer has been selectively chosen for each course by our Chef and Head Brewer to provide the ultimate pairing experience. During the dinner guests will receive a little insight from behind the scenes prior to each course from one of our brewers.
Free Fall Leaf Garland
10am-6pm, Color Wheel Toys. This free activity is best for people ages 4 to adult. Use brads to join wooden sticks together with faux fall leaves, then hang it over a doorway, the kitchen sink, on the porch or above a mantle. Super cute and makes a nice gift for a friend, neighbor or teacher. Drop in & plan on about 15 minutes to complete your craft.
UNM Lady Lobos vs. UT Martin
7pm, University Arena.
Friday | November 21st
The Sound of Music
7pm, Rodey Theatre. Landmark Musicals is bringing to life one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Be a part of The Sound of Music’s 60th anniversary, featuring some of Albuquerque’s brightest talents! Based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trap and featuring classics like “Climb Every Mountain,” “Do, Re, Mi,” and “Edelweiss,” the inspirational story follows an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household.
Baby Storytime
10:30-11am, Lomas Library. Storytime for ages 0–3.
Music and Movement
11:30am, Liv and Mimi’s. Book your 10-12 or 11-1 session to participate.
Adult Night: Glam Lab
6-9pm, Explora. It’s time to show off your personal aesthetic! Enter our Glam Lab and discover how the world of personal care and style comes to life through experimentation and hands-on fun! Snacks available by Three Sisters Kitchen and Beer and Wine from Sheehan Winery. 18+ Event
Jurassic Quest x Brick Fest Live
12-8pm, Albuquerque Convention Center. Embark on a journey where North America’s largest moving, roaring, and breathing dinosaurs come alive in a fully immersive walk-through experience. Discovery awaits at every turn as families dig for fossils, meet adorable baby dinos, ride life-sized giants, and let their creativity soar in our LEGO®-themed play zones.
New Mexico Ice Wolves vs. Corpus Christi Ice Rays
6:30pm, Outpost Ice Arena.
Saturday | November 22nd
The Sound of Music
2pm & 7pm, Rodey Theatre. Landmark Musicals is bringing to life one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Be a part of The Sound of Music’s 60th anniversary, featuring some of Albuquerque’s brightest talents! Based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trap and featuring classics like “Climb Every Mountain,” “Do, Re, Mi,” and “Edelweiss,” the inspirational story follows an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household.
Baila! Baila!: Christmas in New Mexico And Around the World 2025
7pm, National Hispanic Cultural Center. This annual holiday show is a whirlwind extravaganza, taking audiences on a journey through the sights and sounds of Christmas in New Mexico and Christmas around the World.
New Mexico Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
12-6pm, Balloon Fiesta Park. Prepare to indulge in the flavors of the Southwest as 30 of the area's top food trucks serve up their fan-favorite dishes. Quench your thirst with a wide selection of craft brews, from regional and national breweries, along with other beverages to suit every taste.
Injury Prevention Day at Explora
10am-2pm. Did you know that accidents are the #1 cause of serious injuries and deaths to children– and they are 100% preventable! Come learn how to prevent accidents with the UNM Health Sciences Injury Prevention Coalition and Community Partners. You’ll walk away with safety tips and products to keep you and your children safe. Included with Admission.
Jurassic Quest x Brick Fest Live
8am-6pm, Albuquerque Convention Center. Embark on a journey where North America’s largest moving, roaring, and breathing dinosaurs come alive in a fully immersive walk-through experience. Discovery awaits at every turn as families dig for fossils, meet adorable baby dinos, ride life-sized giants, and let their creativity soar in our LEGO®-themed play zones.
New Mexico Ice Wolves vs. Corpus Christi Ice Rays
6:30pm, Outpost Ice Arena.
Grief Bowl Workshop- SOLD OUT
This workshop is an invitation to pause and honor our grief. Artist and therapist, Tina Wolverton will lead a workshop on creating grief bowls. We will explore how to honor our grief through art, writing and being in safe community together. This workshop is appropriate for adults working through both individual and collective grief. Participants are asked to bring a small bowl that will be used as a mold as well as any personal mementos, collage materials, papers or thin fabric. Materials are included in $70 fee.
IPCC Family Story Time
1-2pm, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Family Story Time at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center library is a chance for children and families to gather, share stories and activities relating to Native American culture, history, and storytelling traditions. Free for children and adult family member
Placitas Holiday Market
10am-4pm, multiple locations. Pick up a map and follow the Candy Cane signage to the market sites. You will find art, crafts, food and drink to benefit the good works of local community groups and charities. Maps will be available at all venue sites and may be downloaded below. Admission is free.
Pour Your Own Upside Candle
9am-12pm, Upside Goods Co. Pour your own vintage Upside candle! Choose between Red or Green Vintage, for $25 only. First come, first serve. Enjoy shopping and making your own candle!
Pictures with Santa at Live and Mimi’s
Grab your preferred time slot for the sweetest one on one experience with Santa. Enjoy some mess free holiday crafts, cookies, milk & coffee after your photos
Monthly Cleanup Event
11am-1pm, Albuquerque Fire Station 5. We’ll provide gloves, trash bags, water, and even a meal (while supplies last). You bring your good energy, comfy clothes, and community spirit!
ABQ Girls Who Walk
10am, Contemplation Trail.
Sunday | November 23rd
The Sound of Music- Relaxed Performance
2pm, Rodey Theatre. Landmark Musicals is bringing to life one of the most beloved musicals of all time. Be a part of The Sound of Music’s 60th anniversary, featuring some of Albuquerque’s brightest talents! Based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trap and featuring classics like “Climb Every Mountain,” “Do, Re, Mi,” and “Edelweiss,” the inspirational story follows an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household.
*Relaxed Performance - A Relaxed Performance is intended to be sensitive to and accepting of any audience member who may benefit from a more relaxed environment. This performance is open to all; however, they are intentionally modified to accommodate patrons with sensory and vestibular sensitivities, anxiety, dementia, autism spectrum disorders, learning differences, or challenges attending the theater. The performance might also feel more welcoming for families with children, who may need the ability to get up and move around, or take a break in the lobby.
Baila! Baila!: Christmas in New Mexico And Around the World 2025
7pm, National Hispanic Cultural Center. This annual holiday show is a whirlwind extravaganza, taking audiences on a journey through the sights and sounds of Christmas in New Mexico and Christmas around the World.
UNM Lady Lobos vs. Texas Tech
7pm, University Arena.
Jurassic Quest x Brick Fest Live
9am-5pm, Albuquerque Convention Center. Embark on a journey where North America’s largest moving, roaring, and breathing dinosaurs come alive in a fully immersive walk-through experience. Discovery awaits at every turn as families dig for fossils, meet adorable baby dinos, ride life-sized giants, and let their creativity soar in our LEGO®-themed play zones.
New Mexico Ice Wolves vs. Corpus Christi Ice Rays
2pm, Outpost Ice Arena.
Princess Tiana Tea Party
9:30-11:30am, Dave and Busters. You're officially invited to meet Princess Tia! Join us at 2100 Louisiana Blvd NE on November 23rd for the most magical tea party in Albuquerque!
The Vara Book Swap
12-3pm. A cozy afternoon celebrating books, creativity, and connection. Bring a book (or two!) to trade, sip your favorite Vara wine, and make your own beaded bookmark with @justyceinspired.
