September 13-19: Upcoming Events Across New Mexico You Don’t Want to Miss
Albuquerque Events
- September 13-14: All About Birds – Join The Bird Alliance of Central New Mexico at the Public Library Downtown from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
- September 13-14: The Show – Albuquerque’s longest-running comedy show, every Friday and Saturday at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $12.
- September 13-15: New Mexico State Fair – Enjoy live events, exhibits, food, and a lively midway at Expo New Mexico.
- September 14: Downtown Growers’ Market – Every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to noon at Robinson Park.
- September 14: West Coast Swing Fundraiser – Dance lesson from 7:30-8:30 p.m. and social dancing after, benefiting the Trevor Project.
- September 14: International Observe the Moon Night 2024 – Moon activities, a raptor presentation, and night sky viewing begin at 5:00 p.m.
- September 14: Flower Arranging Workshop – Pick your own flowers and join a guided workshop at Big Jim Farms, 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
- September 15: Albuquerque Isotopes vs. Las Vegas Aviators – Game begins at 1:35 p.m.
- September 15: Gratitude Day at Rail Yards Market – Celebrate with vendors and customers, starting at 10:00 a.m.
- September 19: Ancora Open Mic Night – Songwriters can showcase their music at Ancora Cafe & Bakery starting at 5:00 p.m.
New Mexico Statewide Events
- September 13: Taos County Job Fair – UNM-Taos hosts this hiring event starting at 2:00 p.m.
- September 13: Make and Believe Time – Meow Wolf Santa Fe presents kids’ art and story time at 10:00 a.m.
- September 13: HIVE Game Night – Free fun-filled game night in Taos starting at 5:30 p.m.
- September 13: Second Annual Pop-up Market – Find original art, jewelry, and more in Gallup at 10:00 a.m.
- September 14: Silver City Farmers’ Market – Market at 1120 N. Main St., open 9:00 a.m. to noon.
- September 14: 9/11 Remembrance Stair Climb – The New Mexico Museum of Space History hosts this event in Alamogordo starting at 7:00 a.m.
- September 14: Alamogordo Farmers’ Market – Local farmers, crafters, and bakers from Otero County from 8:30-11:00 a.m.
- September 15: Sunday Chess Club – Popolo’s Games in Taos hosts a free chess club at 1:00 p.m.
- September 17: Santa Fe Farmers’ Market – Open Tuesdays year-round at Santa Fe Railyard.
- September 17: Swing on the Plaza – Free event at Plaza De Las Cruces, swing dance lesson at 7:00 p.m., open dance at 8:00 p.m.
Albuquerque Community Notices
- Fiesta Fanatics Cleanup Event – The City of Albuquerque is seeking volunteers to help clean parks and neighborhoods before Balloon Fiesta.
- UNM GO Bond 3 Vote – UNM asks voters to support the bond to repair the humanities building.
- Del Norte High School 60th Anniversary – Celebration on October 5 for the school’s founding in 1964.
- New Mexico State Fair Guide – Hidden gems and long-standing fair traditions.
- Balloon Fiesta Special Shapes – New special shape balloons to look for at the 52nd Balloon Fiesta.
- UNM Campus Parking Updates – New back-in parking spaces under construction until mid-October.
- World Indigenous Business Forum – Albuquerque to host the forum in October.
- Twinkle Light Parade Applications Open – The event is set for December 15, local groups can apply now.
- Mission Aerospace Exhibit – The National Museum of Nuclear Science’s exhibit runs until October 6.
New Mexico State Notices
- $125M Affordable Housing Program – New Mexico begins funding applications for developers to build affordable housing.
- Increased Trash Fees in Bernalillo County – A slight increase in trash and recycling fees for residents.
- NM Secretary of State on Election Confidence – Maggie Toulouse Oliver speaks on combating misinformation.
- Child Welfare Abuse Rates – 13% of New Mexico children in the welfare system experience abuse, compared to the national average of 8%.
- Ruidoso Leaders Discuss Wildfire Damage – Local leaders share the impacts of wildfires and flooding.
- NM Attorney General on Social Media Warning Labels – Raúl Torrez urges federal lawmakers to require warning labels on social media platforms.
- Law Enforcement Pushes for DWI Test Policy Changes – State police advocate for policy changes on DWI blood testing.
- Los Alamos Email Scam Warning – Public advised to be aware of recent email scams threatening personal information.
- Pecos Adventure Day – Fishing derby and river cleanup event on September 28 at Monastery Lake.
- Haze Over New Mexico – Smoke from wildfires is expected to cause haze across the state.
