The IN List 2026: April 27th - May 3rd
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, April 27th
Pickleball at Westgate Library
10-11:30am. Join us at the library to play pickle ball every Monday. All ages and skill levels welcome.
Dia De Los Niños: Interactive Storytime
10:30-11am, Main Library (Downtown). Join us at Main Library to celebrate Dia de los Niños with a interactive storytime including songs and finger plays for ages 0-3! Dia de los Niños is a celebration of children, families, and reading that emphasizes the importance of literacy for children from all backgrounds.
Family Storytime
10:30-11:15am, Central & Unser
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.
Canna-Yoga
7-8:30pm, Thrive Craft Cannabis. Elevate your flow and find your chill with Higher State of Stretch, a stoner-friendly yoga session guided by ganja-certified instructor Rachel.
GED Prep Classes
2-4pm, ACS Trauma Recovery Center. Instructors will be onsite helping individuals with course work that will assist them in getting ready for their GED test.
Adult Coloring Night
4pm, Tractor Brewing (Westside). Come color with us! We got the sheets, markers, pencils, and crayons. Free event
Tuesday, April 28th
Baby and Toddler Storytime
10:15-10:45am, Erna Fergusson. An interactive storytime with your child that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger plays, and body movement, using the guidelines from the Every Child Ready to Read program.
Dia De Los Niños: Stories and Songs
10:30-11am, Alamosa Library. Join us at Main Library to celebrate Dia de los Niños with a interactive storytime including songs and finger plays for ages 0-3! Dia de los Niños is a celebration of children, families, and reading that emphasizes the importance of literacy for children from all backgrounds.
Family Storytime (Canceled)
4-4:30pm, Rudolfo Anaya 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.
Music and Movement
11:15-11:45am, Juan Tabo. Join us for stories, songs, and fun, as we dance and sing together with the library's collection of percussion instruments, scarves, music, and, of course, books.
Early Childhood Bilingual Storytime
9am, National Hispanic Cultural Center. Bilingual Storytime is designed for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers.
Mat Pilates
9-10am, Holiday Park Community Center. Free fitness class for community center members. Register for your free community center membership at play.cabq.gov
Turn Up with Lauren
6–7pm, FUSION Wellness Center (1709 Golf Course Rd SE #104, Rio Rancho, NM 87124). High-energy dance fitness class.
Trivia Night
5pm, Swing n’ Pickle
Albuquerque Isotopes vs El Paso Chihuahuas
6:35pm, Rio Grande Credit Union Field
Free Community Cooking Class (Sold Out!)
5-7pm, Three Sisters Kitchen. This month, we are rolling up some Vietnamese-inspired fresh spring rolls.
Wednesday, April 29th
Baby and Toddler Storytime
10:15-10:45am, Cherry Hills
11:15am-11:45am, Los Griegos Library
An interactive storytime with your child that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger plays, and body movement, using the guidelines from the Every Child Ready to Read program.
Music and Movement
10:15-11am, Taylor Ranch
10:30-11am, International District Library
11:15am-12pm, Taylor Ranch
Join us for stories, songs, and fun, as we dance and sing together with the library's collection of percussion instruments, scarves, music, and, of course, books.
Dia De Los Niños: Bilingual Storytime and Craft
10:30-11:15am, South Broadway
11am-12pm, South Valley Meeting Room
11am-11:30am, East Mountain Meeting Room
11:15am-12pm, Taylor Ranch Library
Join us at Main Library to celebrate Dia de los Niños with a interactive storytime including songs and finger plays for ages 0-3! Dia de los Niños is a celebration of children, families, and reading that emphasizes the importance of literacy for children from all backgrounds.
Family Storytime
10:30-11:15am, South Broadway 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.
Stories and Music in the Sky
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.
Damacios Pop-up Market
9am-11am.
Siempre Creativo: Latin Dance for Seniors
12:30pm, National Hispanic Cultural Center. These classes are part of the NHCC's Siempre Creativo program, which provides free multidisciplinary arts programs for seniors.
GED Prep Classes
2-4pm, ACS Trauma Recovery Center. Instructors will be onsite helping individuals with course work that will assist them in getting ready for their GED test.
Explora! Stop-Motion Animation
3:45-4:45pm, Westgate Library. Explora is coming for a night of fun and science! Join us for hands-on activities and exciting discoveries for all ages.
Bike Night
6pm, Motor Co. Hot dogs and drink specials until close
Read to the Dogs
12pm, East Mountain Meeting Room
3:15pm, Rudolfo Anaya Library (CANCELED)
Children are invited to join our specially-trained therapy dogs to practice reading aloud.
Terrarium Party
6-8pm, Uptown Sports Bar.
Kid Cudi: Rebel Ragers Tour
6:30pm, Isleta Amphitheater
Albuquerque Isotopes vs El Paso Chihuahuas
6:35pm, Rio Grande Credit Union Field
Wax & Taps: Bring your own Vinyl Night
7pm, Tractor Brewing- Wells Park. Creating a space for anyone who wants to learn about Vinyl djing, and welcoming Dj's of all levels to meet, socialize, and spin their favorite records in a supportive, low-stakes environment. So, grab your crate, sign up, and play a 15 min set
Thursday, April 30th
Baby and Toddler Storytime
•10:15-10:45am, Cherry Hills
•10:30-11am, Juan Tabo Library
•11:15-11:45am, Taylor Ranch Library
An interactive storytime with your child that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger plays, and body movement, using the guidelines from the Every Child Ready to Read program.
Dia De Los Niños: Bilingual Storytime
10:15-11am, Erna Fergusson Library. Join us at Erna Fergusson Library to celebrate Dia de los Niños with a bilingual storytime. For all ages.
Music and Movement
10:15-10:45am, Tony Hillerman Library. Join us for stories, songs, and fun, as we dance and sing together with the library's collection of percussion instruments, scarves, music, and, of course, books.
Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:15am, Lomas Tramway Library. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. No registration required; for groups of five or more, please call ahead. Ages 3-5!
Story Time at the WHEELS Museum
10am, 1100 2nd Street NW, 87102
Albuquerque Isotopes vs El Paso Chihuahuas
11:05am, Rio Grande Credit Union Field
Turn Up with Lauren
6–7pm, FUSION Wellness Center (1709 Golf Course Rd SE #104, Rio Rancho, NM 87124). High-energy dance fitness class.
Albuquerque Isotopes vs El Paso Chihuahuas
6:35pm, Rio Grande Credit Union Field
Canna-Yoga
7-8:30pm, Thrive Craft Cannabis. Elevate your flow and find your chill with Higher State of Stretch, a stoner-friendly yoga session guided by ganja-certified instructor Rachel.
Friday, May 1st
Baby and Toddler Storytime
•10:15-10:45am, Tony Hillerman
•11am-12pm, South Valley Library
An interactive storytime with your child that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger plays, and body movement, using the guidelines from the Every Child Ready to Read program.
Bilingual Storytime
10:30-11am, Main (Downtown) Library. Join us for a special time of storytelling in Spanish! A bilingual program designed for preschool aged kids (and their adults!) featuring our favorite books, songs and dances.
Boombox Bingo
5pm, The Imperial. Join us for two hours of songs from all genres and decades, split into two session playlists each week.
Bone Thugs-n-Harmony
6:30pm, Revel
Albuquerque Isotopes vs El Paso Chihuahuas
6:35pm, Rio Grande Credit Union Field
13th Annual Wine and Wishes
7-10pm, Sandia Resort and Casino.
Boeing Boeing!
7:30pm, Albuquerque Little Theatre. A fast-paced farce set in the 1960s that’s filled with physical comedy, big laughs, and nonstop momentum.
Saturday, May 2nd
Downtown Growers Market
8am-12pm, Robinson Park (8th & Central). SNAP accepted and doubled
Stretch and Sip Yoga
10:30-11:30am, Ex Novo Brewing Company ABQ. Hosted by Erica from Bliss in the City, this is the perfect way to kick off your weekend with good vibes and cold beer. Yogis get $2 off their first pint!
Turn Up with Ashley
9am, Green Dance Studio. High-energy dance fitness class.
“In Her Mom Era” Mother’s Day Market
12pm, El Vado Motel
Nuts, Bolts, and Blooms Anniversary Event (Rio Rancho)
10am-4pm, Rio Rancho Hardware. family-friendly day at Rio Rancho Hardware filled with great people, local vendors, garden inspiration, and a few surprises along the way
Boeing Boeing!
7:30pm, Albuquerque Little Theatre. A fast-paced farce set in the 1960s that’s filled with physical comedy, big laughs, and nonstop momentum.
Downs Derby Day Party
1-5pm, First Turn Lounge. Derby Day Buffet, $10 Derby cocktails, photobooth, games, and hat contest.
Albuquerque Isotopes vs El Paso Chihuahuas
6:35pm, Rio Grande Credit Union Field
Albuquerque Turkish Festival
11am-7pm, Raindrop Foundation Turkish Cultural Center. Raindrop Albuquerque is trying to contribute to the cultural, educational and social life of our wonderful city, Albuquerque and cultivate friendship among Turkish-Americans and New Mexico.
International Female Ride Day market
10am-2pm, ABQ Collective.
Drag Queen Bingo
7pm, Tractor Brewing-Wells Park. Join us for a special Pride-themed night of sexy fun and bingo that will benefit our BBB non-profit, Nob Hill Main Street.
Derby Day at Winrock
1-5:30pm. Enjoy an afternoon of live music, gourmet food, premium cigars, casino games, and exciting prizes as we count down to the most thrilling two minutes in sports—the Kentucky Derby. Tickets Required
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Festival
10am-3pm, Nuclear Museum. the annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Festival will allow guests to explore the museum and enjoy cultural performances, music, exquisite Japanese floral arrangements, and intricate Chinese art activities. Included with your admission.
Kodomo no Hi (Japanese Children’s Day)
10am-2pm, ABQ Biopark Botanic Garden. Oragami helmets, martial arts demostration, traditional Japanese tea ceremonies, and more. Included with admission
Bloom n’ Buzz
2-5pm, Plaza Don Luis (Old Town). Build your own bouquet station, live music, and sweet treat vendors, alongside the businesses in the plaza.
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.
Kool and The Gang
7pm, Route 66 Casino
Sunday, May 3rd
Railyard Farmers Market- Opening Day
10am-2pm
Free Sunday Mornings at Albuquerque Museum
9am-1pm
Run for the Zoo 2026
7am, ABQ Biopark
Mother’s Day Meetup
10am-12pm, We Rock the Spectrum. Come sip some coffee, let the kiddos play, enjoy some light snacks, and connect with other amazing moms in the community. Because let’s be honest—motherhood is better with caffeine and conversation
Sunday Family Movies
2-4pm, International District Library
Movies on the Lanes
7pm, Skidmore’s Holiday Bowl.
Boeing Boeing!
2pm, Albuquerque Little Theatre. A fast-paced farce set in the 1960s that’s filled with physical comedy, big laughs, and nonstop momentum.
Albuquerque Isotopes vs El Paso Chihuahuas
1:35pm, Rio Grande Credit Union Field
