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Fun Albuquerque Events

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City of Albuquerque Events

The following is a listing of government events sponsored on by the City of Albuquerque.



Neighborhood Walk - Downtown and Sawmill Neighborhoods

Dec 13, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Tiguex Park - West Entrance near Tricentennial Arch
The Neighborhood Walks Program is modeled on Jane’s Walk©, a nationwide initiative designed to actively encourage walkability in neighborhoods and provide an opportunity for participants to share neighborhood stories, discover unseen aspects of neighborhoods and use walking as a way to connect with neighbors.

The Nutcracker

Dec 13, 2025 from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM KiMo Theatre
Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

The Nutcracker

Dec 13, 2025 from 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM KiMo Theatre
Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

The Nutcracker

Dec 14, 2025 from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM KiMo Theatre
Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

Grinchmas

Dec 14, 2025 from 04:30 PM to 08:00 PM Mesa Verde Community Center
Free event for families

Holiday Bingo

Dec 15, 2025 from 01:30 PM to 03:00 PM Santa Barbara Martineztown Multigenerational Center
Join us for fun and games at Santa Barbara Martineztown Multigenerational Center!

Stories and Music in the Sky

Dec 17, 2025 from 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM Balloon Museum
Join us for Stories and Music in the Sky, a presentation of award-winning early childhood education programming featuring stories, music, movement, and art produced by the Albuquerque Balloon Museum. There are different themes held every week for children up to 6 years old.

Stories and Music In the Sky

Dec 17, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Balloon Museum
Join us for Stories and Music in the Sky, a presentation of award-winning early childhood education programming featuring stories, music, movement, and art produced by the Albuquerque Balloon Museum. There are different themes held every week for children up to 6 years old.

Holiday Traditions: Kwanzaa

Dec 18, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center
Join us as we celebrate Kwanzaa at Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center!

Mobile Food Pantry

Dec 19, 2025 from 02:00 PM to 04:30 PM Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center
Experience better living through better laughter!

ACS Holiday Community Event

Dec 19, 2025 from 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM Albuquerque Community Safety Headquarters (San Mateo and Kathryn SE)
The Seasons of Nonviolence welcomes the city of Albuquerque to our annual Holiday Community Event. Join us as we come together to celebrate the season with joy, laughter, and community spirit! Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for an evening filled with holiday cheer. Santa will be here to meet the family and pass out gifts!

Family Nature Club: All About Adaptations (all ages)

Dec 20, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Open Space Visitor Center
Join an Open Space educator for a family-friendly hike and engage in hands-on learning together as a family, listen to natural history fun facts, enjoy storytelling, and seek out wildlife.

Coats & Cocoa

Dec 20, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM Thomas Bell Community Center
Free event for the family where youth and teens can receive a free winter coat.

The Nutcracker

Dec 20, 2025 from 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM KiMo Theatre
Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico

The Nutcracker

Dec 20, 2025 from 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM KiMo Theatre
Presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico