The IN List 2026: March 2nd - 8th
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 - March 2nd
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.
ABQ Funny Fiesta
6:45pm, The Box Annex. Featuring Slumber Prov. Slumberprov is a show of cozy fun improv inspired by classic sleepover antics. 16+ show
Tuesday - March 3rd
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.
ABQ Funny Fiesta
7pm, The Box Annex. Featuring The Hive & Areola 15. The Hive is a long form improv team that specializes in emotionally and physically committed scene work, inviting audiences to join them in a journey through the absurd and into the profound. Come join our hive mind. Areola 51: Improv That’s Out of This World! This all-femme, Albuquerque-based long form improv team builds character-based comedy shows from a single audience suggestion. 16+ show
UNM Lobo’s Men’s Basketball vs Fresno State
12pm, University Arena. Come cheer on the UNM Lobos Women's Basketball team!
Toddler Tuesday- Cottonwood Mall
10:30am-12pm, Center Court (Next to Victoria Secret). Story time and a chance to win a gift card from Build a Bear.
Full Moon Hike
5:45-7:30pm, Rio Grande Nature Center State Park. Hike after dark with a ranger! Discover lunar facts and learn about nocturnal animals in the bosque! Flashlights will be provided. Meet in the Rio Grande Nature Center main parking lot. $5 Parking fee required. RGNC members park for free
Gluten-Free and Vegan Baking
5-7pm, Three Sisters Kitchen. Looking for a way to up your baking game for your gluten-free and/or vegan self or friends? Join us and learn the science, technique, and flavor behind creating light and sumptious baked goods with neither wheat flour nor dairy!
Peppa Pig: My First Concert
6:30pm, Popejoy Hall. Join Peppa, George, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, and baby Evie for a fun, interactive introduction to a live orchestra! Enjoy music from the show and discover other exciting orchestral pieces perfect for children. Ages 18 months+.
Wednesday- March 4th
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.
Pilates with Thea
6pm, Rio Bravo Brewery. Donation based class, pay what you can
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.
ABQ Funny Fiesta
6:30pm, Various Locations. See link for full schedule, times, and location of each performer.
UNM Lobo’s Men’s Basketball vs Colorado State
8pm, University Arena. Come cheer on the UNM Lobos Men's Basketball team as they take on Colorado State!
Thursday- March 5th
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.
ABQ Funny Fiesta
6:30pm, Various Locations. See link for full schedule, times, and location of each performer.
Kid’s Night- Chick Fil A Cottonwood
5:30-7pm. Receive up to 2 free kids meals- our treat! (Kids must be present, under 12 years old. Limit 2 per family in the lobby and per car in the drive-thru.) Games Galore: Play our collection of board games or bring your own to share the fun with others! Special Guest: Enjoy a special visit from the Chick-fil-A Cow, always a hit with the little ones.
Friday - March 6th
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
UNM Lobos Men’s Basketball vs San Diego State
7pm, UNM University Arena.
ABQ Funny Fiesta
6:30pm, Various Locations. See link for full schedule, times, and location of each performer.
Star Party
7-9pm, Cerrillos Hills. Venture into Cerrillos Hills State Park to look into the starry night sky! Our telescope will be set up to enjoy views of star clusters, nebula, distant galaxies and planets.
New Mexico Ice Wolves vs El Paso Rhinos
6:30pm, Outpost Ice Arenas.
Saturday- March 7th
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.
ABQ Funny Fiesta
6:30pm, Various Locations. See link for full schedule, times, and location of each performer.
Oddities & Curiosities Expo
10am-5pm, EXPO New Mexico. The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world's largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird.
New Mexico Ice Wolves vs El Paso Rhinos
6:30pm, Outpost Ice Arenas.
Pickler’s Paradise
11am-3pm, The Canyon Club at Four Hills. Enjoy live music from our DJ, browse the artisan market featuring local vendors, grab delicious food from area favorites, and enter to win fun prizes throughout the day.
Yuc’ing Fun Run at Canteen Brewhouse
6-8pm, Canteen Taproom. This unique half-asphalt, half-trail run will take you through beautifully marked trails to experience Albuquerque’s charm under the night sky.
St Paddy’s Drag Queen Bingo
7-9pm, Tractor Brewing- Wells Park. The Queens are preparing a special St Patrick's Day-themed show for us that will benefit the Revitalize San Pedro! As usual, dabbers are $2 and cards are $3! All proceeds go to Barrett Foundation.
Sunday - March 8th
Sunday Family Movie
2-4pm, International District Library
Brain Gang Trivia
5pm, The Block
ABQ Funny Fiesta
6:30pm, Various Locations. See link for full schedule, times, and location of each performer.
Oddities & Curiosities Expo
10am-5pm, EXPO New Mexico. The Oddities & Curiosities Expo is the world's largest traveling oddities event showcasing hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird.
