The weekend IN List 2024: Dec 27th - Dec 29th
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.
Friday | December 27th
Baby Storytime
Bring your littles ones to enjoy an interactive story time that includes early literacy fun with books, songs, finger plays, and body movements followed by playtime with toys. For ages 0-3.
10:15-10:45am, Westgate Branch
11-11:30am, South Valley Branch
Preschool Storytime
Fun with stories, songs, puppets, and more that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children, using the guidelines from the Every Child Ready to Read program. Each storytime includes time to play with musical instruments, blocks, and more! For pre-readers ages 3 – 5.
10:30-11:30am, Main Library
11-11:30am, Westgate Branch
Santa’s Shooting Workshop
Looking to refine your shooting skills and boost your confidence on the court? Join us for this special holiday workshop hosted by Coach Shauna Snyder and NM Elite Basketball!
Time: 9:30am-12pm
All skills welcome
Price: $50
Adult Clay Night
Unleash your inner child at Creativity Warehouse's Adult Night! Create ceramic creatures/sculptures, play on the pottery wheel, and have some fun!
Time: 6-8pm
Price: $75 per person
Gin & Jazz: Winter Cocktail Edition
We've got a special edition of Gin and Jazz celebrating our mixologists and winter cocktail menu which is amazing! The evening starts at 5 pm with Jazz Brasilerio playing only to be followed by the super talented EQNX Jazztet at 8pm! Get out your best Jazz outfit and spend your Friday with us
Time: 5-10pm
Age: 21+
Saturday | December 28th
Read to the Dogs
Children can come to the library and practice their reading in a relaxed atmosphere with a patient listener. Trained therapy dogs will sit calmly and quietly for a story. This is a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading.
1-2:30pm, Juan Tabo Branch
3-4:30pm, International District Library
3-4pm, Rudolfo Anaya Library
NM Shrine Princess Tea Party
Children will be welcome to visit the Shrine on December 28th to meet with the Snow Queen & Snow Princess! There will be a tea party, of course, but also princess story time, photos, and much more! Be sure to plan ahead to create some precious memories!
Time: 11am-1pm OR 3-5pm
All ages welcome
Tickets Required (one ticket includes one child + their parent)
New Mexico Bowl: TCU vs Louisiana Lafayette
Catch the thrilling action at the New Mexico Bowl! Watch the TCU Horned Frogs face off against the Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns in an exciting college football showdown. Don’t miss this high-stakes game.
Time: 12:15pm
Where: University Stadium
Biscochito Making Workshop
As part of the workshop, you’ll roll out your dough, cut your cookies, and take home a batch of your own homemade biscochitos, beautifully packaged in a decorative bag. We’ll also send you home with a recipe card, so you can keep this tradition alive year after year. It’s the perfect way to share the joy of the season with those you love.
Time: 9:30am-3pm (Session runs about an hour long)
Where: Big Jim Farms
Price: $46.28
The Get Down Holiday After Party
Don’t miss The Get down holiday after party with @jimmydjembe at @reddoordowntown December 28th 2024 9pm to close, 21+. Let’s get loose.
Time: 9pm-Close
Where: Red Door Brewing Company
Price: Free entry
Sunday | December 29th
Flo Rida Concert
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Where: Route 66 Casino
Brain Gang Trivia
BLOCK out your Sunday Fundays for Brain Gang Trivia every week. It's FREE, it's FUN, and there's BIG OL' PRIZES to be won!
Time: 5-7pm
Price: Free to play
Yoga & Tea
Mark your calendars for this regular YOGA & TEA gathering. It's a special space where you can release what no longer serves you and rejuvenate your soul. We're thrilled to announce our partnership with @yoga.birch for this event. Join us for a truly enriching experience.
Time: 10-11am
Where: Lost Cultures Tea Bar
Price: $25. includes herbal tea upon arrival, beverage of choice from menu after the class, and 60 min all levels yoga practice
Bring your own mat
Immersive Yoga
Immersive Yoga is a cutting-edge experience that surrounds you in 360-degree projections ranging from beautiful environments to surreal and imagined spaces!
Time: 8:30am
Price: $15
Bring your own mat & gear