Hot July Happenings

Check out the hottest events happening in Albuquerque July 12 through July 25, 2024.

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Adults Only / 21+

Learn about Nuclear Waste at Science on Tap. Sip on a new wine release at Casa Rodeña Winery. Enjoy local brews as you make your way across downtown. Create your own cocktails at Sips 101. Laugh until your cheeks hurt at The Box or the one-night only ANATOMICA, and so much more for individuals over 21!

Culture

Enjoy Family Story Time, Desert Stories, and Pueblo Dances at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Start Sunday off right with Tablao Flamenco at Hotel Albuquerque.

Family Friendly

Take the family out for a vibrant day of hands-on exploration at the Summer Art Fiesta. Try your hand working with a variety of art mediums with Family Art Workshops at the Albuquerque Museum. Play games or complete a puzzle with the family every Sunday at the Erna Fergusson Public Library.

Music & Dance

Catch Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves at Zoo Music. Celebrate the seasonal cycles through prayer, song, and dance with the Pueblo Dance Group at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Groove to Calle 66 at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden. Plus, watch the Albuquerque Concert Band perform at the New Veterans Memorial Park!

Art

Catch a free, special screening of “First We Bombed New Mexico,” at the Albuquerque Museum. Visit Lapis Room to view the latest solo show from ABQ artist Beedallo. Join us at the opening reception for Desert Stories: The Art of Kelly Frye and Jazmin Novak. Create your own fashion designs at Third Thursday. Read the latest Authentically Albuquerque Artist Spotlight featuring Greyshoes.

Dine & Shop

Shop unique finds at The Dive Vintage + Goods’ Lost & Found Vintage Market at Lost Cultures Tea Bar. Bring out your inner mermaid at this Under the Sea Tea Party. Spend a lazy Saturday at the Poulin Marketplace Patio Pop-Up. Support local vendors at the Downtown Growers’ Market or Rail Yards Farmers Market.

Film & Theatre

Sing along to the musical, “The Bridges of Madison County,” now at the Adobe Theater. Catch the cult classic, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” while sipping on cocktails, or enjoy Brunch and a Movie at the Historic Lobo Theater. Prepare yourself for the hilarious queer nautical comedy, seaMAN at Q-Staff Theatre. Fall in love at Talley’s Folly at the Vortex Theatre.

Community

Enjoy Summertime in Old Town with live music and dancing at the plaza. Make your way to Nob Hill for the City’s favorite street festive, Route 66 Summerfest!

Aerospace

Education

Get lost in space with the new exhibit, Mission Aerospace, at the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History. Join your local public library to increase your computer and tech skills, learn how to conduct genealogy research, and so much more!

Free Events

Take advantage of free Sunday mornings at the Albuquerque Museum. Test your knowledge with friends at Brain Gang Trivia. Browse local neighborhood markets and help support small businesses.

Sports & Recreation

Start every Friday with yoga and a beautiful sunrise. Get back into running at the All-Comers Track Meet. Get outside and enjoy Albuquerque’s hiking and biking trails, or join a community center for more opportunities to get active. For avid sports spectators – catch an Isotopes game before the season ends!