Ladysmith Black Mambazo
In 1960, Joseph Shabalala—a Black boy from South Africa—formed Ladysmith Black Mambazo. Against all odds, his group became an international phenomenon, singing a traditional music style called isicathamiya (Is-Cot-A-Mee-Ya), which developed in the mines of South Africa. Don’t miss this chance to see LBM at Albuquerque’s beautiful KiMo Theater! Get your tickets HERE!
Nob Hill Chile Drop
What could be more New Mexican than to drop a chile instead of a disco ball to ring in the new year? Outside Hotel Zazz in Nob Hill on New Year’s Eve.
Black History Month Kickoff Brunch
Enjoy the 41st annual Black History Month Kick-Off Brunch in The UNM Student Union Building Ballrooms, with an exciting keynote by Nichole Rogers, is the first African-American woman elected to the Albuquerque City Council. This year’s theme is “Rooted in Legacy, rising in Purpose: The Power of Participatory Change.” Get your tickets HERE!
Holiday Pop-Up on the Community Kitchen Plaza
Join Homewise and the Street Food Institute for a Holiday Pop-Up! Enjoy music by Gilbert Uribe, free hot cocoa or chai, and a free tin ornament making workshop.
Tank & the Bangas
New Orleans’ own amazing Tank, the group’s lead vocalist, has voiced quirky raps, poetry, and rich melodies since 2013. They won the Tiny Desk Concert series in 2017 and vaulted to stardom (that Tiny Desk video now has 14 million views and counting). Don’t miss your chance to party with the Bangas, juiced by DJ […]
Old Town ABQ SLOW Market
Always go with the slow! 😎 Stroll among offerings from amazing makers who are SUSTAINABLE, LOCAL, ORGANIC, and WHOLESOME. ❤️
2nd Annual Luminito Celebration
Enjoy music, biscochitos, a holiday mercado with local vendors, Matachines dance performances, holiday lights, and more at this FREE community fiesta! Celebrate the holiday season – and the ongoing friendly debate: Are they farolitos, or luminaria?
Ronnie Baker Brooks
Chicago blues royalty Ronnie Brooks is the son of legendary Blues Hall Of Famer Lonnie Brooks. He learned his craft directly from icons like Albert Collins, B.B. King, Willie Dixon, Koko Taylor, and, of course, his father. Come check out a legend in the making as he celebrates the release of his 5th album, Blues In […]
A Reel Route 66 Christmas
Join the Juneteenth Renaissance Institute for a festive four-day holiday celebration at the historic Lobo Theater in Albuquerque. Enjoy beloved holiday films, local artisan shopping, festive food and drinks, holiday photo opportunities, and community giving drives supporting families in need. Entrance to shop and experience is free, but tickets are required for movie viewing. All […]
Holiday Market with the Ujima Collective
Don’t miss the Twinkle Lights Holiday Market before the parade, featuring vendors from the Ujima Collective. There’ll be something for everyone, from gifts to stocking stuffers and tasty treats! The Ujima Collective supports Black/African American and Native/Indigenous owned companies with a mission to incorporate Anti-Racist practices, and create culturally inclusive workplaces for all team members. […]