Albuquerque Things to Do

A more mid-size theater, the Kiva Auditorium nonetheless frequently hosts terrific shows. In the past these have included Wyonna Judd and Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker. It is a preferred location because of the fanta... more

This Old Town gallery fills a vital niche in the world of historic art by displaying and selling only Judaic pieces of art. Few styles of artistic expression create such dedicated and creative artists. The feel for culture and... more

Bernalillo County taxpayers are responsible for this brand new outdoor venue that can accommodate 8,400 people. Picnic and theater-style seating provide comfort under the stars in this state-of-the-art, acoustically designed, o... more

This is an interesting venue for a movie theatre. Southwest Film Center is actually housed in the basement of the University of New Mexico Student Union Building on campus. Every Tuesday you can see a movie here absolutely fre... more

Sandra Humphries has just recently moved her gallery to the Nob Hill business area. The place has much more room to teach classes and show off her vivid watercolors. On canvas and paper, this artist paints landscapes as mono ty... more

Knotty pine paneling and cowboy prints add to the rustic atmosphere. Try the Cajun T-bone Steak, Teriyaki Top Sirloin, Grilled Prawns or one of their chicken entrees. Come with an appetite, as the servings are hearty, but save... more

Improvisational music means one thing its "Jazz". And this non-profit organization brings this unique art form to more than 25,000 New Mexicans every year. With at least 40 concerts on their performance schedule last year, the... more

The walls of this Old Town gallery tell a story of world history and reflect the beauty of New Mexico as interpreted on canvas by local artists. The World War II art of Ben Turner, a Gallup native was featured in Life magazine... more

Church Street Cafe was built in 1706, making it the oldest house in Albuquerque and one of the oldest in the country. The parlors and bedrooms that sheltered the Ruiz family for nearly three centuries are now dining rooms where... more

A powerful-12 inch Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope is opened to the public on Friday nights, for a look at outer space. This is a fun, free and fascinating stop located two blocks north of Lomas on Yale. Many amateur astronomers t... more