Staind: Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour
Catch the 25th-anniversary tour live under the crisp autumn evening sky at the open-air amphitheater.
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Things to do in Albuquerque this weekend (Oct 16–18)
This weekend in Albuquerque: Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026 · 3 dated events
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13 hand-picked things to do in Albuquerque, NM right now · 6 with confirmed dates
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A perfect 3 days in Albuquerque, NM
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Day 1
MorningBeauty And The Beast (Touring)
Experience the beloved Broadway classic brought to life on stage with stunning theatrical production values.
AfternoonCampo at Los Poblanos
Michelin-recognized field-to-fork dining set within a historic historic lavender farm, featuring seasonal menus inspired by the Rio Grande Valley harvest.
EveningStaind: Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour
Catch the 25th-anniversary tour live under the crisp autumn evening sky at the open-air amphitheater.
Day 2
MorningWay Out West Film Festival
Celebrating diverse cinematic storytelling with independent screenings at the historic campus theater.
AfternoonFrontier Restaurant
An iconic campus fixture serving up legendary sweet rolls, breakfast burritos smothered in green chile, and vintage Southwest charm.
EveningRed Jumpsuit Apparatus
An intimate evening of alternative rock anthems at one of the city's newest entertainment hubs.
Day 3
MorningThe Other Route 66: 100 Years in ABQ
Special community exhibitions and neon-lit tributes celebrating a century of the Mother Road through New Mexico.
AfternoonIndian Pueblo Kitchen
Celebrating Indigenous roots with innovative culinary traditions utilizing ancient ingredients like tepary beans, blue corn, and bison.
EveningCosmic Baseball - Cosmic Takeover Tour
A glowing, neon-infused twist on America's favorite pastime lighting up the diamond under the autumn stars.
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Events and things to do tonight
Beauty And The Beast (Touring)
Experience the beloved Broadway classic brought to life on stage with stunning theatrical production values.
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Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
An intimate evening of alternative rock anthems at one of the city's newest entertainment hubs.
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🌵 This Weekend in Albuquerque, NM · Oct 16–18
Make the most of the crisp October days ahead
Cosmic Baseball - Cosmic Takeover Tour
A glowing, neon-infused twist on America's favorite pastime lighting up the diamond under the autumn stars.
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Fuerza Regida - This Is Our Dream Tour 2026
High-energy regional Mexican performances filling the outdoor venue with massive sound and vibrant crowds.
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Way Out West Film Festival
Celebrating diverse cinematic storytelling with independent screenings at the historic campus theater.
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🌶️ Eat & Drink
New Mexican flavors, green chiles, and farm-to-table dining
Campo at Los Poblanos
Michelin-recognized field-to-fork dining set within a historic historic lavender farm, featuring seasonal menus inspired by the Rio Grande Valley harvest.
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Frontier Restaurant
An iconic campus fixture serving up legendary sweet rolls, breakfast burritos smothered in green chile, and vintage Southwest charm.
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Indian Pueblo Kitchen
Celebrating Indigenous roots with innovative culinary traditions utilizing ancient ingredients like tepary beans, blue corn, and bison.
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✨ New & Notable
Seasonal highlights and cultural touchpoints around town
The Other Route 66: 100 Years in ABQ
Special community exhibitions and neon-lit tributes celebrating a century of the Mother Road through New Mexico.
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Dia de los Muertos Preparations in Old Town
Stroll through historic Plaza Don Luis as local shops and courtyards begin their vibrant seasonal ofrendas and displays.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips within a 2-3 hour drive of Albuquerque
Santa Fe Getaway: Canyon Road & Historic Plaza
Just a two-hour drive up I-25 or the scenic Turquoise Trail, trade the city for adobe galleries, crisp mountain air, and world-class Southwestern cuisine.
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Jemez Springs & Valles Caldera Retreat
Wind through red-rock canyons north of the city to soak in natural mineral hot springs and explore vast volcanic mountain meadows.
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