West Coast Swing Fundraiser for Transgender Resource Center of NM
Come on out for a night of West Coast Swing dancing, great vibes, and doing good – DJd by Big Mama! All proceeds will benefit the Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico. Dance and make a difference! Beginner Lesson: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM Social Dancing: 8:30 PM – 11 PM Suggested Donation: $5
Ukulele & Guitar Group Class
At these FREE Ukulele Classes, you can learn new chords while you play along to favorites from the 1950s to the 1980s. Some ukuleles are available to borrow during the class, but bring your own uke or guitar if you have one! This is a non-competitive, safe, and supportive environment for all participants.
The Jam Session: A Jazz Artist Incubator
Join Rodney Bowe and Paul Gonzales to demystify the jazz session so you can feel confident improvising with other jazz artists. What are the rules and protocols you need to know to make fantastic music together? Singers and players at all levels are welcome! $100 ($90 for Outpost members). Get your tickets for the class […]
Thokozani Mhlambi at Main Library
Don’t miss this FREE opportunity to experience Mhlambi’s gorgeous and haunting baroque cello and vocals! Mhlambi uses his art and exhibitions in order to convey African stories and philosophies. He has created his own distinctive presentations that blend engaging performances with critical thought. Learn more, watch a video, and register to see Mhlambi HERE.
AfroSphere – Sounds of the Diaspora
Ryan Demond presents an evening of the freshest club edits of African and Latin grooves, baile, funk and more. Get up and dance to the precision, passion, and joy! Music starts at 7:00. No cover!
Dia de los Muertos Community Celebration of Life
Celebrate the cycle of life and death with a community ofrenda (Day of the Dead Altar), a pet blessing, sugar skull workshop, live music, and 40+ vendors and food trucks at this FREE event! Bring the family and your pets! Pet blessing at 11:00, sugar skull workshop form noon to 4:00. More info at https://www.shoplaparada.com/dia-de-los-muertos-community-celebration/
Bubble Hearts Halloween Stroll Craft Fair
Discover a world of handmade crafts at Bubble Hearts’ 3rd Annual Halloween Stroll Craft Fair! Shopping, food, and live music among the grass and trees of one of Albuquerque’s loveliest parks. Want to sign up as a vendor? The Bubble Hearts signup form is HERE!
BIPOC, the Blues, and a History of Shared Traditional Expression
An intimate, free event with Levi Platero and Jacob Shije, hosted by Lamont Pearley. Through dialog and musical performance, the three will highlight the connections and influences of Black and Indigenous musical expression in the blues. Register HERE for more info, and to receive updates and changes to the program.
Blu & Exile
The rap/jazz duo returns! Celebrate the upcoming album with a night of music at Sister bar!
Zenobia at Afriquerque
One of the original Weather Girls (you remember the disco hit “It’s Raining Men”!), Zenobia has been singing since the age of 5 and debuted in HAIR on Broadway at 18. She’s still making great music, so hurry and get your Zenobia tickets HERE! Doors at 6:30, concert at 7:00.