08/28/2026
THIS WEEKEND IN ALBUQUERQUE: The final weekend of August is making a strong case for getting out of the house. Across Albuquerque and neighboring communities, you can experience a pow wow, cheer on New Mexico United, wander farmers and art markets, catch live music acts, create something new, support local makers, find a new four-legged family member, or settle in for a movie under the stars. From low-key ways to recharge to full-day adventures with the family, there’s a lot happening before we turn the calendar to September. Here’s what caught our attention for this afternoon through Sunday:
FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2026
Lego Club
Create dynamic and fun creations to be displayed in the library.
San Pedro Branch Library
3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
5600 Trumbull SE; Albuquerque, NM
Community Art Studio
Create art within a communal space with great lighting and company. Bring your own art pieces and materials to continue. Some basics provided. Ages 17+.
Albuquerque Main Library
3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
501 Copper NW; Albuquerque, NM
Spa Happy Hour
Free for ages 18+, featuring handcrafted mocktails, sweet treats, wellness specials, and unwind in the wellness studio.
Tamaya Mist Spa & Salon
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
1300 Tuyuna Trail; Santa Ana Pueblo, NM
Crafternoon: DIY Patches
Design your own iron-on patches. For teens 13 – 19.
X Studio
4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
1701 Mountain Rd NW; Albuquerque, NM
Bernalillo Farmers Market
Shopping including vendors accepting SNAP and participation in the Double Up Food Bucks, with selected vendors participating in WIC.
Rotary Park Bernalillo
4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
370 Rotary Park Rd; Bernalillo, NM
Tractor Brewing Nob Hill: 15-Year Anniversary Celebration
Special b**r releases, live music, pop-ups, food, and a token of appreciation.
Nob Hill
4 p.m. – 1 a.m.
118 Tulane Dr SE; Albuquerque, NM
La Familia Farmers Market Free Summer Concert Series
Local farmers, beekeepers, baked goods, and arts-n-crafts along with some food trucks. Listen to No Limitzz. Free.
Dolores Huerta Gateway Park
5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
100 Isleta Blvd SW; Albuquerque, NM
Teen Science Café
Learn about a career as an Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor (ENT). Enjoy pizza, hands-on activities, and conversations with local doctors. Teens 13 – 19.
X Studio
6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
1701 Mountain Rd NW; Albuquerque, NM
Game Night
Have fun playing boardgames. Free.
Snapdragon Tea
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
115 Harvard Dr SE; Albuquerque, NM
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2026
Expo NM Flea Market
$2 to $10—$2 Walk-in Admission OR $10 parking + free admission. The largest outdoor flea market on Route 66.
7 a.m. – 3 p.m. (same time on Sunday)
300 San Pedro Dr NE; Albuquerque, NM
ABQ Food Park - Vendor Market
Local entrepreneurs, artists, and small businesses in a fun, family-friendly environment.
7 a.m. – 3 p.m. (same time Sunday)
2113 Eubank Blvd NE; Albuquerque, NM
Los Ranchos Art Market
Local artisans showcasing their unique styles, including growers market, music, and food. Free admission.
Harnett Park
8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW; Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque Downtown Growers’ Market
Local produce, artisan goods, fresh food, market vibes, including live music and entertainment.
8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
810 Copper Ave NW; Albuquerque, NM
South Valley Grower’s Market
Browse fresh, locally grown produce and products.
Gutierrez Hubbell House
8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
6029 Isleta Blvd SW; Albuquerque, NM
Los Ranchos Growers’ Market
Produce, local products, and special markets.
8 a.m. – 11 a.m.
6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW; Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Jemez Valley Farmers Market
Supporting local farmers, artisans, entrepreneurs, musicians, and all those committed to enhancing the community and fostering connections.
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
25 Civic Center Ln; Jemez Springs, NM
Grow Together Garden Workshop
Join Explora for a hands-on, gardening-based exploration. Registration required: https://bernalillomuseum.org
Bernalillo Community Museum
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
118 Calle Malinche; Bernalillo, NM
Kids’ Terrarium Build
Kids’ terrarium-building workshop. All supplies, education, and guidance provided to help craft a one-of-a-kind terrarium. Tickets: $25, 1 ticket per child = 1 terrarium.
Tiny grocer ABQ
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
1919 Old Town Road NW #6; Albuquerque, NM
Cat Tea Party
Cost: $18.50 - $34.95. Cat themed food, catnip tea, and hiss-terical puns.
Snapdragon Tea
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (same time on Sunday)
115 Harvard Dr SE; Albuquerque, NM
Painted Skies Pow Wow 2026
Contest Pow Wow with Gourd Dancing, Handgame tournament, artisans, information booths, and traditional & non-traditional food vendors. Free admission & parking.
Balloon Fiesta Park – Multi-Use Facility
10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
5500 Balloon Fiesta Parkway NE; Albuquerque, NM
Seal the Deal: Wax Seal Workshop
Work with a local artisan to create your dream letter and seal it with a beautiful wax pressing. All materials will be provided.
Albuquerque Main Library
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
501 Copper NW; Albuquerque, NM
Mountainair Sunflower Festival
Free arts festival including artists, local vendors, food & beverages, dancing to live music, children’s games & activities, and more.
Manzano Mountain Art Council
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
101 Broadway Ste 534; Mountainair, NM
Family Art Workshop
Child- and grown-up-friendly. Free with museum admission.
Albuquerque Museum
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
2000 Mountain Rd NW; Albuquerque, NM
1st Annual PsychoBilly BBQ
Cost: $10. Enjoy local arts & crafts, BBQ, and live music.
Stage Luchetti
3 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
8826 Fourth St NW; Albuquerque, NM
Community Splash Bash
Free pet adoptions, food trucks, and family-friendly fun.
Bernalillo County Animal Care
4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
3001 2nd St SW; Albuquerque, NM
New Mexico United vs San Antonio FC
Watch pro soccer game. Tickets: $24 - $55.
Rio Grande Credit Union Field – Isotopes Park
7:25 p.m.
1601 Avenida Cesar Chavez SE; Albuquerque, NM
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026
Free admission to the Balloon Museum
Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
9201 Balloon Museum Dr NE; Albuquerque, NM
Corrales Growers’ Market
Sustainable, locally grown food. Free entrance.
Corrales Growers’ Market
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
500 Jones Rd; Corrales, NM
Rail Yards Market
Free; food, art, music, and community.
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
777 1st St SW; Albuquerque, NM
Route 66 First Sunday Market
Monthly art market featuring locally made jewelry, pottery, baked goods, and more.
Tumbleroot Brewing and Distilling
2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
2791 Agua Fria St; Santa Fe, NM
Sip & Paint Sunday
Painting supplies provided, professional painter instructor. Ages 15+. Bar for 21+. Tickets: $22.95 - $49.51.
Oasis Event Center
3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
3700 Ellison Dr NW; Albuquerque, NM
Craft at the Cinema
Bring yourselves, your friends, and a craft, and enjoy the classic teen film Mean Girls. Tickets: $10.
The Guild Cinema
3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
3405 Central Ave NE; Albuquerque, NM
Outdoor Movie
Watch “The Little Rascals” (PG).
Free and open to all ages, bring your chairs or blankets.
The Block
7 p.m.
7805 Enchanted Hills Blvd NE; Rio Rancho, NM