The IN List 2026: February 16th-22nd
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 - February 16th
Brain Gang Trivia
6–8pm, Canteen Taproom. Free trivia night with prizes.
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.
Art Night at Merge Modern
6pm, Catalyst Coffee. Bring your own creative project; make art at your own pace. Catalyst Coffee will be open late.
Tuesday - February 17th
Baby and Toddler Storytime
10:14-10:45am, Erna Fergusson Library
Family Storytime
10:30-11am, Erna Fergusson Library
Music and Movement
11:15-11:45am, Juan Tabo Library
Toddler Tuesdays
10:30am-12:30pm, I Scream Ice Cream. Let us clean up the play mess! Parents receive 10% off coffee.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
10:15–10:45am, Erna Fergusson. Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, fingerplays and body movement. Ages 0 - 2.
Turn Up with Lauren
6–7pm, FUSION Wellness Center (1709 Golf Course Rd SE #104, Rio Rancho, NM 87124). High-energy dance fitness class.
Yoga & Beer
6–7pm, Rio Bravo Brewing Company (1912 2nd St NW, Albuquerque). $10 includes yoga class; beer or kombucha available for purchase.
Mardi Gras at Liv & Mimi's Play Cafe
9am-12pm. Face painting, beads for everyone, and music with Mr. Tony during Open Play.
Driver's Education at Sandia Prep
4-7pm. Program runs Feb 17–Mar 10, Mon–Thu, 4–7 pm. Ages 14.9+ by first day. Cost $375.
UNM Lobos vs Air Force
7pm, The Pit.
Wednesday- February 18th
Baby & Toddler 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.
Baby & Toddler Storytime
11:15am-12pm, San Pedro Library. Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, fingerplays and body movement. Ages 0 - 2.
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.
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.
Weekly Run @ High and Dry Brewing
6pm. Casual run starting/ending at 6PM at High and Dry Brewing and beverages and food truck post-run. The loop is roughly 3 miles with options to add or decrease mileage. The group typically has casual runners that pace between 8:30-11:30 min miles. Run at own risk. BRING headlamps and visibility gear!
Ukulele/Piano Class
6:30pm, Singing Arrow 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. Come learn songs in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Classes are offered in a non-competitive, safe, and supportive environment for all participants.
Bookworks Sci‑Fi Fantasy Book Club
6-7pm. Reserve at bkwrks.com; 15% off the book club title for the prior month.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
7:30-9:30pm, KiMo Theatre. A cappella performance, 5 time Grammy Award winners. Tickets $24–$49.
Pilates with Thea
6pm, Rio Bravo Brewery. Donation based class, pay what you can
Thursday- February 19th
Music and Movement
10:15-10:45am, Erna Fergusson 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. Ages 0 – 5.
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.
Jeopardy Bar League
7-9pm, Marble Brewery & Taproom. Join us for the official trivia experience inspired by America’s Favorite Quiz Show. Grab your team, post up with a pint, and test your knowledge in two hours of fast-paced trivia. Free to play. Prizes on the line.
Pinball Happy Hour
6-8pm, Overtime Sports Bar & Grill.
Ujima Collective Black History Month Celebration
3-6pm, Albuquerque Museum. Third Thursday at the Albuquerque Museum with hands-on artmaking, tours, Ujima Collective market, and a performance by Wassa Wassa. Included with admission
YPA Creators Night
5:30-7:30pm. $10 YPA members, $15 non-members. Networking and creative skills tips; register via link in bio.
Friday - February 20th
Baby Storytime
10:15-10:45am, Tony Hillerman Library. Storytime for ages 0–3.
ESL Conversation Group
4:30-5:30pm, Central and Unser Library.
Brain Gang Trivia
6pm, Canteen Taproom
Cosmic Bingo
10pm, Route 66 Casino
“Made with Love” Floral Frames Workshop
6-8pm, Park Square Market. DIY Valentines floral-frame workshop. Tickets $40; includes 5x5 heart frame, dried pressed flowers, and $10 Park Square Market credit.
Beginning Guitar for Adults
7-8pm, Sandia Prep. 5-week beginner class on Feb 19, 26; Mar 5, 12, 19, 7:00-8:00 pm. Ages 18+, $100. Bring your own guitar.
Lunar New Year at Liv & Mimi's (Van Hanh Lion Dancers)
11am-2pm. Free, all-ages celebration with lion dance in the parking lot; optional indoor play for ages 5 and under.
Science of Wine at Explora
7:30-10:30pm. 21+ event. VIP entry at 6:30 PM; food available from Three Sisters Kitchen Cafe.
Saturday- February 21st
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!
Cosmic Bingo
10pm, Route 66 Casino
Dino Discoveries: Carnivores Vs. Herbivores
12-1pm, International District Library. Storytime with fossils and casts. Ages 0–8.
Turn Up with Ashley
9am, Green Dance Studio. High-energy dance fitness class.
Tea Blending Class
10am-12pm, Poulin Marketplace. $45 per person. Includes custom tea blend, Marketplace tea cup, snacks, and exclusive discounts.
Lunar New Year at Calavida Brewery Distillery
4-6:30pm. $30 beer pairing with specialty course dinner. Free lion dancing at 6 PM. Tickets Required.
Saddle Up: Queer Country Dance Party
7-10pm, The Outlaws. Free social dancing with beginner two-step and improver line dance lessons.
Kushin' Up with the Karbdashians: Drag Bingo
7-10pm, Thrive Craft Cannabis. Doors 6:30pm; $15 includes two bingo sheets. 21+, or 18+ with valid med card. 420-friendly.
Mochitsuki Demonstration
11am-1pm, ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Japanese mochi-making demo; included with BioPark admission.
Sunday - February 22nd
Sunday Family Movie
2-4pm, International District Library
Stretch and Sip Sundays
10am, Chicky’s Coffee- Bernallilo. 45-min all-levels yoga plus a featured drink. Pre registration required. $20, bring your own mat.
Brain Gang Trivia
5pm, The Block
Family Walk: Walk + Play + Storytime
9:30-11:30am, Rio Grande Nature State Park. Family-friendly walk with playtime and storytime.
Making Cordage for Kids
10-11:30am, Fiber Arts on 4th. Kids workshop on making rope from plant fibers; $30. All kids must have a guardian present.
February Craft Club: Bag Charms
1-3pm, The Imperial. Bag charms craft workshop. $40.
