The weekend IN List 2025: January 3rd to 5th
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 | January 3rd
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, Tony Hillerman Branch
10:30-11am, Lomas Tramway Branch
Family Storytime
Join us for Family Storytime, where early literacy starts with interactive tales and playful songs! Engage your little ones in a nurturing environment that fosters a love for reading from the very beginning!
11am-12pm
Westgate Branch
Bilingual Storytime
Join us for a special time of storytelling in Spanish! A bilingual program designed for preschool aged kids (and their adults!) featuring our favorite books, songs and dances.
¡Acompáñenos mientras leemos cuentos en Español! Este es un programa bilingüe presentando nuestros libros favoritos; diseñado para niños preescolares (¡y sus adultos!).
10:30-11:30am
Main Library (Downtown Branch)
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
ABQ Artwalk
For the new year we will be featuring a series of new exhibits, performances and markets. Plus our partnership with ABQ Public Art continues with a new set of street-side art installations being added for City Brights 2!
Time: 5-9pm
Saturday | January 4th
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.
11am-12:30pm, Ernie Pyle Library
1-3pm, Cherry Hills Library
3-4pm, Rudolfo Anaya Library
Family Storytime
Join us for Family Storytime, where early literacy starts with interactive tales and playful songs! Engage your little ones in a nurturing environment that fosters a love for reading from the very beginning!
11am-12pm
Tony Hillerman Branch
2025 Al'burrr'querque Polar Plunge
This is a fundraising event for the Shanta Strong Swim Fund, a swim lesson scholarship fund for children in need. Most of the proceeds will go directly into this fund while about 10% will be used to provide special enrichment items for the BioPark Zoo polar bear and penguins.Location: Sierra Vista Swimming Pool
Doors open at 10:30am, Plunge starts at 11am
Refreshments, including hot coca and snacks, will be provided. There will be awards for best costume, largest group, largest family, and the largest donation!
Purchase Tickets Here ($10-$50)
Mason James Comedy Show
Mason James brings a quick, self-deprecating humor that might just keep you laughing all night—fingers crossed! In just two years of doing comedy, he recently won the 2023 Funniest Person in Houston Competition. Since then, he’s been lucky enough to gain 40,000 followers on social media and rack up 20 million views on his videos. He’s also grateful to be a paid regular at the Comedy Mothership in Austin, Texas. It’s been quite the ride, and he’s excited to see where it leads next!
Time: 7pm & 9:30pm showtimes
21+ Event
The most convenient parking structure is located on the north entrance of Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel.
Bosque Wild Guided Hike
This is a moderately strenuous, 2-to-3-hour hike so please bring water, wear comfortable "closed toed” shoes, and dress for the weather. As much as we love our furry family, guests should leave their pets at home because pets can be a distraction, and can scare away the critters.
Time: 8-11am
Location: Open Space Visitor Center (Westside) (6500 Coors Blvd. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87120)
Sunday | January 5th
Electric Playhouse Drag Brunch
Hosted by Vanessa Patricks
Doors open at 10am, Show starts at 12pm
18+ Event
Pajama Brunch and Movie: The Little Mermaid
Get cozy in your pajamas, enjoy a delicious brunch, and watch The Little Mermaid with us! Ages 4 and under are free! Dive into a magical morning! Join us for a Pajama Brunch and a screening of The Little Mermaid, featuring a delicious buffet at 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!)
Mason James Comedy Show
Mason James brings a quick, self-deprecating humor that might just keep you laughing all night—fingers crossed! In just two years of doing comedy, he recently won the 2023 Funniest Person in Houston Competition. Since then, he’s been lucky enough to gain 40,000 followers on social media and rack up 20 million views on his videos. He’s also grateful to be a paid regular at the Comedy Mothership in Austin, Texas. It’s been quite the ride, and he’s excited to see where it leads next!
Time: 7pm & 9:30pm showtimes
21+ Event
The most convenient parking structure is located on the north entrance of Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel.
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
National Hispanic Cultural Center: First Sunday Free Admission
On the first Sunday of every month, the Visual Arts Museum is free to all New Mexico residents!
Time: 10am-4pm
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
