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.
These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
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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 9
Baby and Toddler Storytime
10:30–11:00am, Main Library (Downtown). Songs, simple books, and a few minutes of wiggling it out for babies and toddlers with a grown-up. FREE · ages 0–2
Fall Into Bookmarks
3:00–5:00pm, Alamosa Library. Quick drop-in craft making fall-themed bookmarks. FREE · all ages
Rio Rancho Rec Center Open House
6:00pm, Loma Colorado Library. The city wants input on a proposed new multi-generational recreation center- come look at the new plans! FREE
Tree Lighting Ceremony
6:00pm, Sandia Resort & Casino lobby. The resort's annual holiday kickoff, with the big tree lighting up for the season. FREE · all ages
Brew & Bows: Holiday Crystal Wreath Workshop
6:30-9:30pm, The Tatted Bee Brewhouse. Craft your own holiday crystal wreath while enjoying happy hour drink pricing. $48 includes all wreath-making supplies (buy 3 get 1 free — $144 for 4 seats). Beginner friendly. Tickets required.
Monday Night Football
6:00–7:00pm, Top of THE BLOCK Bar, The Block (Rio Rancho). Watch the game on the bar's screens · 18+ (bar area)
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Sensory Storytime for Adults with Special Needs
11:00am–12:00pm, South Valley Library. A slower-paced, sensory-friendly storytime built for adults with special needs. FREE
Noir in the Afternoon: The Night of the Hunter
3:00–5:00pm, Special Collections Library. Free screening of the classic film noir, with discussion after. FREE · adults
Family Game Night
3:30–5:00pm, Rudolfo Anaya Library. Drop-in board and card games for all ages. FREE · family-friendly
Karaoke Night
7:00–8:00pm, Top of THE BLOCK, The Block (Rio Rancho). Sing your heart out, any skill level welcome · 18+
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UNM Lobo Men’s Basketball vs Little Rock
7pm, University Arena (The Pit).
Prince Daddy & The Hyena
Doors 7pm, show 8pm, Backstage at Revel. Upstate-NY emo/pop-punk band, melodic and loud, in the Weezer/Jimmy Eat World vein. $32.15 · all ages
Turn Up with Lauren
6-7pm, FUSION Wellness Center (1709 Golf Course Rd SE #104, Rio Rancho). High-energy dance fitness class.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11- VETERANS DAY
Albuquerque Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony
9:00am, starting near the USS Bullhead Memorial and ending at NM Veterans Memorial Park. The city's annual parade and ceremony honoring veterans. FREE · all ages
Veterans Day at IPCC
9:00am–5:00pm, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Free admission for veterans, with coffee and Pueblo cookies in the courtyard and pins, stickers, and flags handed out. FREE for veterans · all ages
Stories and Music in the Sky: Art Fun (Dot Art)
9:30–10:30am and 11:00am–12:00pm, Balloon Museum. Stories, music, movement, and art-making for the littlest kids — two sessions, pick one. FREE · ages up to 6
Rio Rancho Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony
10:00am–12:00pm, Veterans Memorial Park, Rio Rancho. Rio Rancho's own parade and ceremony for the holiday. FREE · all ages
Free DIY Fall Garland for Kids- Color Wheel Toys
10am-5pm (store business hours). Free make and take fall leaf garland. This project is for people ages 4 – adult. You’ll be using brads, wooden sticks and fake fall leaves. Ask a staff member to get started; supplies and instructions are in the workspace.
Screen Printing (Teens)
5:00–7:00pm, Explora X Studio. Two-part program teaching screen-printing basics, start to finish. Price not listed · ages 13–19, registration required
Music Bingo
7:00–8:00pm, Top of THE BLOCK Bar, The Block (Rio Rancho). Bingo with a music-trivia twist. Price not listed
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Old Town Golden Hour
4:00pm, Plaza Don Luis, Old Town. Live music, shopping, and drink specials in the plaza as the sun goes down. FREE
Board Game Battle: Game On
6:00–7:00pm, Top of THE BLOCK, The Block (Rio Rancho). Head-to-head board game competition · 18+
Fused Glass Coasters Workshop
6-9pm, The Groove Artspace. Make up to 4 gorgeous fused glass coasters (to keep, or they make wonderful gifts!) that will be full-fused in the kiln and available in 2-3 days. $85 covers all materials and firing.
Turn Up Thursdays with Ashley
6:30pm, Green Dance Studio. High-energy dance fitness class.
Jessica Michelle Singleton
7:30pm, Hyena's Comedy Club. Stand-up set from touring comedian Jessica Michelle Singleton · 21+
Free DIY Fall Garland for Kids- Color Wheel Toys
10am-5pm (store business hours). Free make and take fall leaf garland. This project is for people ages 4 – adult. You’ll be using brads, wooden sticks and fake fall leaves. Ask a staff member to get started; supplies and instructions are in the workspace.
John Craigie: Keep It Warm Tour
Doors 6:30pm, show 7:30–9:30pm, South Broadway Cultural Center. Folky singer-songwriter show, with Lucy Clearwater opening. $33 advance, $38 day-of
GTA 5leaze Nite
8-11pm Launchpad. gta soundtrack & radio + indie sleaze bangers. Cruise a final loop around Los Santos before GTA 6 is released. Doors open at 7pm.
Turn Up with Lauren
6-7pm, FUSION Wellness Center (1709 Golf Course Rd SE #104, Rio Rancho). High-energy dance fitness class.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Mundos de Mestizaje: Torreón Tours
11:00am (also Sat), National Hispanic Cultural Center. Guided walk through the Torreón's mural on the mestizo heritage of the Americas. $2
Goatheads vs. Kalamazoo (watch party)
5:00–6:00pm, The Block (Rio Rancho). Screens around the venue for showing NM Goatheads away game
NM Music Hall of Fame Awards
Doors 5pm, show 6pm, Albuquerque Journal Theatre, National Hispanic Cultural Center. Annual ceremony honoring New Mexico musicians
Sensory Friendly Time
5:30–7:30pm, Explora. A quieter, lower-stimulation version of the museum for visitors who need it. Limited, reserved attendance. Included with admission
Mr. Capone-E, Ms. Krazie, Sad Boy Loko
Doors 6pm, show 7pm, El Rey Theater. West Coast Chicano rap and lowrider-oldies-leaning hip-hop bill, led by a longtime veteran of the scene · 18+
Watercolor Holiday Cards
6-8:30pm, The Groove Artspace. In this class students will create six holiday themed cards using watercolor. Each card is 5x7 inches and will feature its own design. This watercolor workshop is for artists of all levels. Join us for a cheerful evening of card making
Reel Rock 20
Doors 6pm, film 7–10pm, KiMo Theatre. The annual touring reel of climbing and adventure films, presented by Stone Age Climbing Gym. $18
Pokémon League
6:30pm, Old Town Hobbies and Games. Second night of a two-night tournament. $10–$20
Friday the 13th Flash
11am-11pm, Cheeky Monkey Tattoo. $80-200, arms and legs only. Cash only- atm onsite
Quinn Dale
7:30pm and 10:30pm, Hyena's Comedy Club. Two stand-up sets from comedian Quinn Dale · 21+
Latin Night with DJ Gabe
8:00–9:00pm (free salsa lesson 8:00–8:45pm), Top of THE BLOCK, The Block (Rio Rancho). DJ Gabriel Goza spins Latin music; the salsa lesson's free even if you don't stay for the dancing. Price not listed · 18+
ZHU: On The Move
Doors 8pm, show 8:30pm, Revel. Grammy-nominated electronic producer (you'll know "Faded"), dark house and future-bass sound with big production. $47.65–$90.65 · 18+
Dead, Bath, and Beyond Spooky Goods Market
5-9pm, Painted Lady Bed and Brew. Browse through shadowy corners filled with handcrafted oddities, potions, relics, and spooky wares from local artisans and vendors, all while sipping on spooky brews from Painted Lady Bed & Brew.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14
IPCC Family Story Time
10:00–11:00am, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Storytime for families, with the Women Veteran Warriors Color-Honor Guard joining as special guests this week. FREE for a child plus one adult
Kid's Pokémon Club
12:00pm, Old Town Hobbies and Games. Casual Pokémon TCG play and trading for kids. FREE · ages 14 and under
Turn Up with Ashley
9am, Green Dance Studio. High-energy dance fitness class.
Music on the Patio with Mina Roth
12:00pm, tiny grocer ABQ, Old Town. Acoustic rock set from a Charleston singer-songwriter. FREE
Art Mart at X Studio
12:00–4:00pm, Explora. Pop-up market of art made by APS high school students.
Second Saturday: The Art of Conservation
1:00–3:30pm, Casa San Ysidro. Hands-on program on historic preservation and conservation techniques. FREE
Cast Glass Hearts
10am-1pm, The Groove Artspace. Learn to cast glass hearts by filling molds with sheet glass, crushed glass, frits, noodles, and stringers. Layer the colors with clear and dichroic glasses to get brilliant combinations. Large hearts can be hung on a provided hook or just displayed. You'll make 2-3 large hearts (2” - 5”) and 2-3 small pocket hearts, as time allows. All materials, and one kiln firing, are included for $85.
Spanish Broom Flamenco
3:00–5:00pm, tiny grocer ABQ, Old Town. Flamenco ensemble performance on the patio. FREE
Operation Pantry
4:00–8:00pm, The Block (Rio Rancho). Community food drive stocking a pantry specifically for New Mexico veterans- bring non-perishables. FREE to attend/donate
Raqs Alba 2026
5:00–9:00pm, South Broadway Cultural Center. Sirena Studio's 10th-anniversary flamenco and belly-dance showcase, with guest headliners and vendors. $30 adult / $15 child (12 and under), $5 more day-of · family-friendly
Candlelight: Mozart vs. Beethoven
6:30pm (doors 45 minutes early), African American Performing Arts Center. Candlelit string-ensemble concert pairing the two composers, produced by Fever's Candlelight series. $28.50–$59.50 · ages 8+
Family Day- Dinos at Dinnertime
10am-2pm, NM Museum of Natural History and Science. In preparation for the Thanksgiving Holiday enjoy activities all about how birds, like turkeys, are related to dinosaurs.
Wheel of Fortune Live!
Doors 6pm, show 7pm (also Fri 8pm), Legends Theater, Route 66 Casino. Touring interactive stage version of the game show — contestants pulled from the crowd
Quinn Dale
7:00pm and 10:30pm, Hyena's Comedy Club. Second night of stand-up sets · 21+
The Art of the Board: Charcuterie Hacks and Snacks
1-3pm, Canteen Brewhouse (Taproom Tramway Location). We’ll cover everything from what to buy and how to choose complementary meats, cheeses, fruits, spreads, and snacks to how to arrange it all so your board looks as good as it tastes. You’ll pick up practical tips, easy hacks, and creative ideas you can use throughout the holiday season. Your $25 ticket includes the class, snacks to enjoy along the way, and drink discounts at the Taproom.
UNM Lobos vs UNLV
5:30pm, University Arena. Game theme- Indigenous Heritage
Deathpact presents: From Darkness, Comes Light: Eclipsed
Doors 8:30pm, show 8:45pm, Revel. Dark, melodic bass/electronic producer on his recurring themed tour. $32.15–$44.90 · 18+ Tickets
Frost and Foliage: Winter Terrarium Workshop
1-3pm, Piñon Coffee House (4th Street). Join Amethyst Horizon Crafts NM for a cozy winter crafting session at New Mexico Piñon Coffee! Build your own open glass terrarium with succulents, moss, stones and all supplies included. $48 per seat (buy 3 get 1 free — $144 for 4 seats). Beginner friendly.
House Of Heavy
Doors 8:30pm, show 9pm, Backstage at Revel. Themed heavy-rock/metalcore club night. $21–$25.50 · 21+
Violet Grohl: Be Sweet to Me Tour
8pm, Launchpad. Indie/alt-rock singer-songwriter (Dave Grohl's daughter) touring behind her debut material. Doors open at 7pm
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15
Chatter Sunday: Del Sol String Quartet
10:30am, Chatter. Chamber-music morning concert — the Del Sol String Quartet plays with a mezzo-soprano, guitarist, and spoken-word artist, including a world-premiere piece, plus Chatter's usual free coffee and short talk beforehand. $5–$17 (under 13: $5, under 30/student: $9)
Oak Canyon Dance Group (Pueblo of Jemez)
12:00–1:00pm, Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Traditional Pueblo social dance performance on the Kitchen Patio. Included with general admission · family-friendly
DnD Club
12:00–2:00pm, Explora X Studio. Drop-in monthly Dungeons & Dragons session · ages 13–19
Goatheads vs. Kalamazoo (watch party)
1:00–6:00pm, The Block (Rio Rancho). Screens around the venue for the hockey away game
Staged Reading: Mother Road
1:00–3:30pm, Albuquerque Museum. Live staged reading of the play, with a short intermission. Included with admission
NMSC & OSW: Berlioz's L'Enfance du Christ
2:00pm, Albuquerque Journal Theatre, National Hispanic Cultural Center. Choral and orchestral performance of Berlioz's Christmas oratorio
New Mexico United vs. Sacramento Republic FC
4:55pm kickoff, Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park. USL Championship Western Conference Final- win and United moves on to the title match · family-friendly
INOHA: This Might Be Useful Tour
7:30pm, Launchpad. San Antonio indie-rock band on a national headline tour. All ages
