Hop Into Spring
Celebrate the season with egg hunts, hands-on activities, brunches, and family-friendly events happening all over the city.
Springtime Egg-Stravaganza
April 4 – Main Library (Downtown)
Hop over to the library for a fun-filled spring celebration with crafts, an egg hunt, and treats for kids of all ages.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt @ Mama’s Minerals
April 4 – Mama’s Minerals
Join a one-of-a-kind Easter egg hunt where kids dig for mineral-filled eggs, meet the Easter Bunny, and win prizes, including a chance at a golden ticket.
Easter Brunch Buffet 2026
April 5 – Corn Maiden at Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa
Enjoy a special Easter brunch at Corn Maiden featuring a seasonal buffet with carving stations, fresh seafood, brunch favorites, and desserts, perfect for celebrating with family and friends.
Creative Pulse
Explore Albuquerque’s vibrant arts scene with exhibitions, performances, and live shows that inspire and entertain.
Order Through Chaos
April 10 – May 3 – Adobe Theater
Experience Of Mice and Men, a powerful stage adaptation exploring friendship, hardship, and the pursuit of the American Dream.
Sense and Sensibility
April 24 – May 17 – Vortex Theatre
Jane Austen’s beloved novel comes to life on stage in this very funny and moving version directed by Bridget S. Dunne.
Spring Arts Market
April 24 & 25 – Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
The highly anticipated annual Spring Arts Market brings over 60 Native vendors to the IPCC courtyard, along with cultural dance performances all day starting at 10am.
Fresh Air & Earth Month Finds
From garden workshops to outdoor markets and Earth Day events, get outside and connect with nature!
Native Plants
April 8 – Main Library (Downtown)
Discover the beauty of native plants while learning how they support healthy ecosystems and how to identify them in your own backyard.
Kids Markets at YMCA Spring Festival
April 18 – YMCA
Let young entrepreneurs shine at the Kids Market, where they sell their creations, build business skills, and enjoy a fun-filled festival with games, food, and family activities.
Albuquerque Garden Center Spring Plant Sale
April 24 & 25 – Albuquerque Garden Center
Visit the Albuquerque Garden Center, a community hub for gardening education, events, and plant sales supported by local clubs and volunteers.
Kids Market at Earth Day Festival NM
April 26 – Balloon Fiesta Park
Support young entrepreneurs at the Kids Market, where kids run their own booths, build business skills, and enjoy a fun, family-friendly Earth Day festival.
Fun Without the Splurge
Enjoy the best of ABQ without breaking the bank, with free events and affordable experiences for all ages.
Family Art Workshops
April 11 – Albuquerque Museum
Enjoy hands-on family art projects with new creative activities each week using a variety of materials for all ages.
Free Youth Boxing
Tuesdays in April – Presbyterian Health Plan Place Winrock
Give kids a fun, high-energy boxing workout that builds strength, skills, and confidence, with parents welcome to join.
Friends of the Library Spring Pop-Up Sale
April 25 – Taylor Ranch Library
Find your next favorite book, CD, DVD, puzzle, vintage find, and more for 70-90% off the original list price! Funds go to support Library programming.
Mark Your Calendar
Don’t miss the big moments! Festivals, markets, and community events bringing people together all month long.
Downtown Growers Market
April 4 – Robinson Park
Experience the Downtown Growers’ Market at Robinson Park with local vendors, fresh goods, and a lively community atmosphere in the heart of Albuquerque.
New Mexico Outdoor Festival & Skills Competition
April 4 – Legacy Ranch
Experience the first New Mexico Outdoor Festival with competitions, live demos, food, music, and a full day celebrating outdoor skills and heritage.
Great New Mexico Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
April 18 – Balloon Fiesta Park
Enjoy a full day of food, drinks, and fun at the Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival with 30+ vendors, live music, an artisan market, and family-friendly activities.
Friendship Walk Albuquerque
April 19 – Albuquerque Academy
Join the Best Buddies Friendship Walk to celebrate inclusion, community, and support opportunities for individuals of all abilities.
Late Nights
Stay out a little later with live music, dancing, and vibes you won’t want to end.
Live Entertainment at Teddy Roe’s Speakeasy
April 6 – Teddy Roe’s
Enjoy a night of live jazz, comedy, magic, and more while sipping seasonal cocktails and indulging in a full food menu.
Cowboy Ball
April 18 – New Mexico Shrine Center
Enjoy a night of western music and dancing! Dance to the music of Syd Masters and the Swing Riders. Prizes for best vintage costumes. Snacks and cash bar provided!
Kid Cudi Presents: The Rebel Ragers Tour
April 29 – First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater
Catch Kid Cudi’s Rebel Ragers Tour with M.I.A., Big Boi, and A-Trak live for an unforgettable night of music at the amphitheater.