The IN List 2025: Feb 10th - 14th
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 | Feb 10th
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.
10:30-11:30am, Downtown Branch
Toddler Time at Explora
Every Monday from 9–11 AM, the entire museum is open early for our youngest visitors to explore, play, and discover.
Join us for special activities like story time 📚 and a music jam 🎶 that are perfect for little ones.
Free Tango Class
Puerta al Tango welcomes you to try a really fun, chill and non-judgmental style of learning authentic Argentine Tango which is a subtle and dynamic dance between equals
6:00pm to 6:45pm free class (5:30pm studio is open)
All levels welcome
Free
Candlemaking Class
Join us for a wax-tastic Galentine's Event at Outpost 1706! Get creative and make your own candles while sipping on delicious cocktails.
When: 6pm
More information and purchase tickets here
Plant Swap
Bring a plant, leave a plant, trade a plant. Expand your current plant library and meet other fellow plant enthusiasts in the community. We will be donating a few plants to get the collection started. Plant your intentions for the week with us Monday nights at our plant swap.
Time: 5-10pm
Free
Every other Monday will be accompanied by live music from Hidden Doors.
Bachelor Watch Party
Top of the Block (Rio Rancho)
7pm
Tuesday | Feb 11th
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, Erna Fergusson Branch
Free
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.
10:30-11:15am, Lomas Tramway Branch
11-11:30am, Cherry Hills Branch
Free
Flix Jr: The Lego Movie
All ages are welcome! Enjoy dim lighting and adjusted volume for a sensory-friendly experience.
https://flixbrewhouse.com/events/31823-flix-jr-the-lego-movie/
Wednesday | Feb 12th
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, Cherry Hills Branch
Free
Brain Gang Trivia
Brain Gang Trivia every Wednesday! Join us for food, fun, and beer.
Time: 6-8pm
Free
Free Intro to Tango with Class
Interested in learning a new dance? Try Argentine Tango at Juno! It is free and a lot of fun. No partner or experience is required. Please support our venue by buying food and drinks!
Class starts at 7ish. Dancing starts at 8ish (Traditional and Alternative music)
All levels welcome
JUNO Brewery
Free, but please support the venue by purchasing something
Pilates with Thea
Starts at 6:30pm
Bring your own mat!
“Pay what you can” Donation
Rio Bravo Brewery Company
Stories & Music In the Sky
Join us for Stories and Music in the Sky at the Balloon Museum every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Each session will be followed by craft activities based on the weekly theme.
Every week, the Balloon Museum offers Stories in the Sky and Music in the Sky programs which are programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Stories in the Sky and Music in the Sky is led by Storyteller and Music Educator, Maryse Lapierre, who brings stories to life as she shares stories and music from around the world in multiple languages while incorporating books, songs, fingerplays, and movement.
Thursday | Feb 13th
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, Cherry Hills Branch
10:30am, Juan Tabo Branch
Free
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.
10:30-11:15am, Lomas Tramway Branch
11-11:30am, Cherry Hills Branch
Free
Animal Tales with the BioPark
Come join the BioPark for “Animal Tales” and enjoy a reading of an animal related book. The BioPark will bring animals and biofacts that represent the animals in the story for the kids to meet.
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Location: Lomas Tramway Library
Queen Of Hearts
Join us for a girls night out while we build our own charcuterie boxes fit for a queen, & sip on some royal refreshments!
February 13th, 6-8pm
Aretha Franklin Tribute Performance
R.E.S.P.E.C.T is an electrifying tribute celebrating the music of the legendary Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. This concert experience takes audiences on a journey of love, tragedy, courage, and triumph. Starring a live band and supreme vocalists, come experience a night of music by one of the greatest artists of all time.
Where: Popejoy Hall
https://www.popejoypresents.com/events/detail/respect-a-celebration-of-the-music-of-aretha-franklin?
Galentine’s Craft Night
What’s Valentine’s Day without your best friends? Sign up today to join us for a girls night filled with crafting and wine! Is it free to make a reservation, but price of materials will be added to you final tab at the end of the night.
When: 6pm
Where: Sheehan Winery
21+ Event
Zinktown’s 3rd Annual Succ & Blow Event
Let’s celebrate Galentines together for the THIRD year in a row but this time @thrivecraftnm vendors, food truck, games, music and more! Let’s celebrate the incredible women in our lives while making magical succulents and enjoying some fresh bud.
February 13th, 6-9pm
GALENTINE'S DAY
We’ve got all the fun: bracelet making, coloring pages, and a clothing swap—plus, enjoy your favorite brews while you’re at it! 🍻
Even better, we’re teaming up with S.A.F.E. House for donations to help make this day even sweeter. Donate and get $1 off your first beverage! 💖 For a full list of needed items, check out their website https://www.safehousenm.org/our-need
When: 5-8pm
Where: Flock of Moon Brewing
More Information Here
https://m.facebook.com/events/634891689079362/?acontext=%7B%22action_history%22:%22null%22%7D&ref_source=newsfeed&ref_mechanism=feed_attachment
Friday | Feb 14th
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.
11:15-11:45am, Taylor Ranch Branch
Free
Sweet as Sugar Mocktail Party!
Join us for a very special Valentine's event, featuring mocktails, food, a hands-on workshop, and gifts!
When: 6-9pm
Electric Valentine’s Couples Black Light Paint Night
The Paint Experience brings to you an immersive Fluid Art Experience! This class is perfect if you can't draw a stick figure AND if you are a life long artist!
When: 7-9pm
Fifth Annual New Mexico Burlesque Festival
This year's festival is hosted by the Cuban Missile Crisis himself, Tito Bonito, and headlines by Montreal performance duo extraordinaire, Kozmic Joy (Kozmic Skater and Joy Rider)!
Doors open at 6:30pm, show is 7:30-10:30pm
Tickets and more information Here
https://www.cabq.gov/artsculture/kimo/events/5th-annual-new-mexico-burlesque-festival-1
Valentine’s Day at Sawmill Market
This family-friendly event will feature: live entertainment, dancing, face painting, balloon artist, mocktail pop-up bar with slushies, and more.
When: 6-9pm
More information Here
https://www.sawmillmarket.com/happenings/celebrate-at-sawmill
Anti-Valentine’s Day Party
This night goes out to all the single people, heart broken, or those that simply don't care whether you get flowers and chocolates. So come celebrate valentines day a little differently and leave the love at the door. We will be having exciting drink and food specials to keep your mind off that heartless ex of yours, and sweet giveaways to make the night even that more fun!
When: 8pm-12am
Where: Uptown Sports Bar
Valentine's Tantra Speed Date
Join the speed dating revolution with a 94% connection rate! Meet singles and ignite sparks with fun, chemistry games!
When: 7-10pm
Where: Bhava Yoga Studio
