CiQlovia Open Streets Festival

CiQlovia Open Streets Festival

CiQlovia is ABQ’s version of ciclovia – open streets. The 2023 CiQlovia route spans Kathryn Ave from Louisiana to San Pedro and will feature all kinds of activities, info, art, pop-up parks and playgrounds, a health hub – and a pumpkin patch!

New Mexico State Fair

New Mexico State Fair

Rodeos! Rides! Green chile corndogs! It can only be the New Mexico State Fair. Check out the interesting chickens and the pig races, eat junk food, and listen to music under the midway lights. The fair is open 10 am to 9 pm on school nights, and until 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Check […]

Women’s World Cup Watch Party: US v Vietnam

Women’s World Cup Watch Party: US v Vietnam

Come watch the FIFA Women’s World Cup at the NHCC campus! Bring low-profile chairs and blankets to sit on at this FREE event with food trucks, breweries, and a stream of the game! Game 1 of the World Cup features team USA beginning its quest to defend the 2019 World Cup title against Vietnam. Doors […]

Community Power Market

Community Power Market

Enjoy a FREE community market experience with local vendors, artists, and food! Want a table? $15 for vendors – email ABQBLESSFund@Gmail.com or call 575-518-8209 (Must bring your own chair and table.)

Happy Birthday, International District Library!

Happy Birthday, International District Library!

Come celebrate the first year of the International District Library! Special events and activities for all ages – a concert, a scavenger hunt, and VR gaming for teens and up. Many other programs will be available all day, including Legos and a make-and-take family craft.  

Kindness Rocks

Kindness Rocks

I got a rock…a kindness rock! Paint rocks with inspirational messages to leave around your community. For ages 9-12. Limited to 15 participants. This program is funded by the Friends of the Public Library. Registration is required.

Roots Leadership Academy Harambee Celebration

Roots Leadership Academy Harambee Celebration

Bring your friends and family and join us for a joyful Harambee Celebration and final performance for the Roots Summer Leadership Program! A complimentary luncheon for the community will follow the performance. Camp officially ends at 1:30. RSVP for necessary head-count!

Roots Summer Leadership Academy

Roots Summer Leadership Academy

Have fun, build community, and learn leadership skills at the 2023 NMBLC Roots Leadership Academy! Classes include Dance, Theater, STEM, Music, Visual Arts, and Social/Emotional Learning. Also included are field trips, performances, and caregiver workshops! Registration open until June 30 for kids 8 to 16. Don’t miss the summer fun! Final performance and celebratory luncheon […]

Listening Circle: Experiences with Being Unhoused

Listening Circle: Experiences with Being Unhoused

Are you, or have you ever been, unhoused? Come share your experiences. What did or do you need? What do you want housed people to know? How should the city change its actions? This listening circle will include representatives of the Coalition For A Safer Albuquerque, lawyers representing people who are unhoused, and advocates for […]

Summer Reading Program Kickoff: International District Library

Summer Reading Program Kickoff: International District Library

Come to the library on June 3 for special Summer Reading kickoff events! A full day of concerts, movies, crafts, and other activities – entertainment for the whole family! Read this summer to earn exciting prizes, including books and toys for babies, children, tweens, and teens. Plus, enter to win grand prizes for all ages! […]