The IN List 2025: March 17th - 23rd
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 | March 17th
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
St. Patricks Day Treasure Hunt
Come and join us at the Alamosa Library as we learn about and celebrate this St. Patrick’s Day. Make your own Leprechaun Lookers and use them to help find clues on your Scavenger Hunt. Recommended for ages 5 - 12, all ages are welcome. Don’t forget to wear green!
Where: Alamosa Library
When: 3-5pm
Free event No registration required.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Get ready to go green this St. Patrick's Day at Noisy Water Winery! We're hosting a festive celebration across all our tasting rooms with plenty of green drinks to keep the good times flowing. Enjoy refreshing green pints of cider or beer for just $5.
Throughout the day, we’ll be offering a FREE taste of our famous Besito Caliente Green Chile Wine! If you love it, grab a bottle for only $17 to take home and spice up your own celebrations!
Where: Noisy Water Winery
Time: 10am-7pm
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.
Shamrocks and Shenanigans
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with good times at Canteen! Festive food and beer specials all day at both the Canteen Taproom (417 Tramway Blvd NE) and Canteen Brewhouse (2381 Aztec Rd NE). Always family-friendly and dogs are welcome on the patio! At 5 p.m., bagpipes will fill the air at both locations, setting the perfect festive tone. Then, at the Brewhouse, enjoy live music from Dirty Old Town ABQ from 6-8 p.m.
Time: 12-8pm
Where: Canteen Brewhouse
Bachelor Watch Party
Top of the Block (Rio Rancho)
7pm
Tuesday | March 18th
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
Adult Sense-Sational Storytime
Adults with intellectual disabilities and their families and caretakers are invited to participate in storytime, including music, crafts, and read-a-loud books.
11-11:45am, Central and Unser
Turn Up with Ashley and Lauren
When: 6-7pm
Where: FUSION Wellness Center
Comedy Block
Where: The Block
When: 8pm
18+ event
SIX Performance
Time: 7:30pm
Where: Popejoy Hall
Wednesday | March 19th
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
SIX Performance
Time: 7:30pm
Where: Popejoy Hall
Corpus Christi Ice Rays vs New Mexico Ice Wolves
6:30pm
Outpost Ice Arena
Family Karaoke & Game Night
When: 5:30-8:30pm
Where: Ancora Cafe and Bakery
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 | March 20th
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
Geoff Tate's Operation Mindcrime
Where: Sunshine Theater
When: 8-11pm
Turn Up with Ashley and Lauren
When: 6-7pm
Where: FUSION Wellness Center
SIX Performance
Time: 7:30pm
Where: Popejoy Hall
Killer Queen
Queen Tribute Performance
Where: Kiva Auditorium
When: 7:30pm
Friday | March 21st
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
Drink & Drag at Town & Ranch
Visit our cocktail lounge in downtown Albuquerque for a performance featuring Albuquerque’s finest drag artists. Doors open at 6 PM, with show starting at 6:45 PM. Tickets are $18. This is a 21+ only event.
Where: Los Poblanos - Town and Ranch
When: 6-9pm
Bookworks Storytime
Join us for a magical storytime experience at Bookworks!
When: 10:30am
SIX Performance
Time: 7:30pm
Where: Popejoy Hall
Saturday | March 22nd
Bark in the Park!
Just like our Junior and Senior Ranger activities, your furry companions will be able to partake in the fun and become a ranger too! Join us and the Friends of Mountainair Animal Shelter (FOMAS) for ranger-led hikes to learn about our park and the BARK Ranger program! See you there!
When: 9:30-3pm
The Block Spring Market
When: 10am-6pm
Where: The Block - Rio Rancho
Albucreepy Trolley Tour - Graves and Gravestones
Join Albucreepy Trolley Co. for Ghosts & Gravestones, a spine-chilling journey through the city’s most haunted locales with author, historian and paranormal investigator, Cody Polston. As you ride the open-air Trolley, delve into ghostly legends and dark history while encountering spectral tales that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
When: 7pm
18+ event
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
Coffee Shop Speed Dating
Join @jigsaw.dating and other local singles for speed dating in a relaxed and intimate brewery setting.
Where: Boxing Bear - Firestone Taproom
When: 3-5pm
Ages 25+
Loveweld Makers Market
Join us for our annual Loveweld Makers Market where we are celebrating our birthday by bringing together a collective of talented female makers and our own creative welding community for a day of connection, craftsmanship, and of course—shopping.
Where: Loveweld, Unit C
When: 11am-4pm
Barre Together: Community Pop Up
Join us for a 30 minute class, local pop-ups, discounts & giveaways! Spots limited—grab your ticket now!
When: 11am-2pm
Where: Barre3
SIX Performance
Time: 2pm OR 7:30pm
Where: Popejoy Hall
New Mexico United vs. El Paso Locomotive FC
When: 3-7pm
Sunday | March 23rd
Pajama Brunch and Movie: Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark
Get cozy in your pajamas, enjoy a delicious brunch, and watch a movie with us! Ages 4 and under are free!
Where: The Historic Lobo Theater.
Time: 11:30am-2pm
Come in pajamas and get 10% off your ticket at the door
Purchase tickets ahead Here (Ages 4 & under are free!)
Run Club- @runclub.abq
All paces welcome (1mi, 2mi, and 3mi options)
When: 9am
Where: Michael Thomas Coffee
Sip & Wax by Enchanted Wik
Enjoy a unique experience at Noisy Water Winery in Old Town Albuquerque, where you can create your own personalized candles while sipping on locally crafted wines. Guided by experts, you'll craft a one-of-a-kind candle, all while tasting award-winning reds, whites, and blends.
Where: Noisy Water Winery
When: 11am
SIX Performance
Time: 1pm OR 6:30pm
Where: Popejoy Hall
Make Your Own Cocktail Infusion Bottle
In this interactive session with Blossom and Barrel, you'll have the chance to craft a custom infusion bottle using a variety of dried ingredients, spices, and botanicals.
Time: 6pm
Where: Bosque Brewing West
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
New Mexico Runner vs. Empire Jets
Where: Rio Rancho Events Center
When: Doors open at 1:30pm, Kickoff at 3:05pm
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 at Electric Playhouse 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
The Block Spring Market
When: 10am-6pm
Where: The Block - Rio Rancho
Ventana Ranch Park x Aisle Twelve Girls Walk
Hosted by ABQ Girls Who Walk
When: 10am
Pints and Poses
Join us for tranquil Sunday resets as we reintroduce Pints & Poses with instructor Vanessa Koller. Enjoy taproom yoga with $1 off pints (limit 3 per person) every Sunday. Spots are first come, first served.
Location: Boxing Bear Brewing Co. (8420 Firestone Ln. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113)
Time: 10-11am
Price: $5 per class, $1 off pints
