The IN List 2026: January 5th - 11th
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 - January 5th
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.
Pilates with Thea
6pm, Rio Bravo Brewery. Donation based class, pay what you can
Tuesday - January 6th
Baby and Toddler Storytime
10:14-10:45am, Erna Fergusson Library
Family Storytime
10:30-11am, Erna Fergusson Library
ABQ BioPark for Animal Tales
10:30-11:30am, South Broadway. Join the ABQ BioPark for Animal Tales, a fun and interactive storytime experience! Enjoy a reading of an animal-themed book, then meet live animals and explore biofacts that represent the animals from the story.
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.
Wednesday- January 7th
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.
Ladies Night Hang: Craft & Swap
5:30-8:30pm, Liv and Mimi’s Play Cafe. Vision boards and clothing swap. Bring a dish or dessert and clothes to swap. Free entry. Kid-free event.
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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.
Wednesday Run with Albuquerque Run and Social (FB) Group
6pm, Poki Poki. Remember to bring your headlamp/flashlight and visibility gear. The route will be 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.
Poetry and Beer
7:30-10pm, Tractor Brewing- Wells Park. Tractor Brewing Wells Park plays host to the longest running open mic and poetry slam in New Mexico. Come listen, judge, compete, or just read! 21+ event, unless with parent or guardian
Puff Puff Pass Candle Making Class
6pm, Thrive Craft New Mexico. Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Thrive Craft NM Lounge! Craft your own custom candle while sipping local teas and coffees and enjoying "adult treats' in our exclusive 21+ atmosphere.
Thursday- January 8th
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.
Friday - January 9th
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
New Mexico Rocks RV Exhibit
3:30-5:30pm, Alamosa Library. Explore New Mexico’s fascinating regional geology inside a specially retrofitted 38-foot RV packed with interactive exhibits and activities. This mobile museum brings science to life and is perfect for curious minds!
Cosmic Bingo
10pm, Route 66 Casino
Goth Night and Dark Market
8-11:30pm, Tractor Brewing- Wells Park. DJ Riff Rat and DJ Rodent will be spinning one the ones and twos, Pepe El Monstrito will be providing sound, and Spectral Youth will be featuring some amazing local vendors.
Saturday- January 10th
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!
UNM Women’s Basketball- Lobos vs Nevada
1pm, UNM University Stadium
Downtown Winter Growers Market
10am-1pm701 1st St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Shoppers can look forward to an array of winter foods, including fresh local honey, farm-fresh eggs, winter vegetables, hand-crafted goods, and natural wellness products. The Winter Market will provide a cozy indoor/outdoor atmosphere, bringing together the best of Albuquerque’s local growers, artisans, and food vendors.
Puzzles and Pints Speed Puzzle Competition- SOLD OUT
12-4pm, Canteen Brewhouse. Bring your A-game and your fastest friends to our Speed Puzzle Competition! Teams of 2-4 will battle it out to see who can piece together the puzzle the fastest—and snag the ultimate prize!
Brick Convention
10am-1pm OR 2-5pm, The EXPO. BRICK CONVENTION is the Greatest LEGO® Fan Event on Earth and brings all of the creative hands-on, minds-on fun of LEGO® building and experiences together in one activity- and entertainment-packed family event for children of all ages and builders of all skills and interests.
New Mexico Lobos vs Wyoming
6pm, University Arena
Cosmic Bingo
10pm, Route 66 Casino
Family Bingo
12-1pm, Cottonwood Mall. Join us for our monthly Family Bingo Event! Enjoy some snacks and a chance to win prizes.
Power Wheels Racing Day at ABQ Food Park
1-5pm, ABQ Food Park. Kids race Power Wheels; bring them fully charged. Food trucks, games, free parking.
Sunday - January 11th
Sunday Family Movie
2-4pm, International District Library
Brick Convention
10am-1pm OR 2-5pm, The EXPO. BRICK CONVENTION is the Greatest LEGO® Fan Event on Earth and brings all of the creative hands-on, minds-on fun of LEGO® building and experiences together in one activity- and entertainment-packed family event for children of all ages and builders of all skills and interests.
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.
Six Pack Running Series 5K
11am-2pm, Canteen Brewhouse. Registration at 11:00am, run 11:30am. $10, benefiting Girls on the Run.
Paint-n-Sip
2:30-4:30pm, Corrales Teas & Chocolates. $35 per person, all supplies and refreshments included. Create a “Painted Ponies” teacup succulent.
Brain Gang Trivia
5pm, The Block
Explora Adult Night: Cosmic Curiosity
6-9pm. 18+ evening with hands-on cosmic activities. Tickets $14 ($11 senior/military), free for members. Snacks by Three Sisters Kitchen; beer and wine from Sheehan Winery.
