Good morning, Albuquerque.

Will TrillBot Ribbans, known as a versatile house/dance DJ and guitarist-vocalist with Sun Sounds, will launch his new record Leap on April 17 at 8 p.m. at Sister—407 Central Ave NW—where he will mix electronic beats with live instruments and feature guest acts including Dollarstore Queen, Kid Plastic, Jaxsun Planet and Pocket Elephant.

Star Wars Fest 2025: Rise of a Thousand Vaders will take place at Loma Colorado Main Library on April 26, where Star Wars fans of all ages will meet characters from the 501st and Rebel Legions, test their skills at Sith Training Camp, and enjoy storytelling by Harriet Cole, a Rebel scavenger hunt, free snacks from the Cantina, hourly raffles, and craft activities including lightsaber making and Yoda bookmarks. The free event will run from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and is expected to draw a large crowd following last year’s turnout.

Alice Cooper and Judas Priest will co-headline a North American tour — Albuquerque will host their show at the Isleta Amphitheater on October 23 — and presale tickets are available today with general sales starting Friday at 10 a.m.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham vetoed House Bill 191 that would have set up funds for wildfire suppression and post-fire recovery because she said $12 million was too little against growing wildfire costs.

Rep. Nathan Small, the bill’s sponsor, said New Mexicans will pay the price and urged lawmakers to act in 2026 — while state officials look at temporary funding options.

Public defenders met in Albuquerque on Friday to review the legislative session that ended March 22, noting wins in stopping bills like HB204 and HB190 and a budget increase of only 4.1% instead of the nearly 13% they requested — leaving the agency short on full-time staff.

They also said they will rearrange funds to pilot paying contract attorneys an hourly rate — as they work to close long-standing resource gaps.

Measles was diagnosed in an unvaccinated child in Dona Ana County — the first case reported there — and residents may have been exposed in Las Cruces at a preschool and several medical centers.

The NM Department of Health recommends that infants 6–11 months old living in or traveling to Dona Ana and Lea counties receive the MMR vaccine, noting that vaccinations nearly doubled from Feb 1 to April 4 compared to last year.

Today, the Albuquerque Isotopes celebrate Jackie Robinson Day by inviting students in grades K through 12 to submit art and essays on the legacy of the civil rights and baseball icon, and those who participate can claim free tickets by dropping off their projects at the park administrative offices between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.+Students will attend tonight’s game against El Paso Locomotive with first pitch at 6:35 p.m.

Santana: Oneness 2025 Tour

6:00 PM — Isleta Amphitheater — Tickets from $56 — Experience the legendary Santana live with a blend of rock, jazz, and Latin rhythms.

Great New Mexico Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival

12-5 p.m. — Balloon Fiesta Park — Cost varies — Dive into the flavors of the Southwest with a variety of food trucks and craft beers.

Duke City Pedaler | Sawmill Pub Crawl

12-2:30 p.m. — TourABQ — Drinks not included — Enjoy a fun, eco-friendly ride through Albuquerque's vibrant pub scene on a party bike.

Fozzy 25th Anniversary Tour

6:30-10 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — $25-$75 — Celebrate 25 years of Fozzy with special guests Liliac and The Nocturnal Affair.

Bone Broth Workshop

11:30 p.m. — Los Ranchos De Albuquerque — Free entry — Explore the world of bone broth with expert insights and delicious tastings.

BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN Matinee

8:15-10:30 p.m. — Guild Cinema — $10 admission — Experience the iconic music of Led Zeppelin in a vibrant matinee setting.

Public Winery Tour and Tasting

5-6 p.m. — Casa Rondeña Winery — Experience the artistry and flavors of New Mexico wines amid scenic landscapes.

CIS Prom 2025

6 p.m. — Chandelier Event Center — Ticket required — A special evening for CIS students and their guests to celebrate at prom.

Village Of Los Ranchos Community Yard Sale

3-7:30 p.m. — 6610 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Los Ranchos De Albuquerque — $25 registration fee for sellers — A community yard sale to support the Lavender & More Festival featuring a variety of items for sale by neighbors.

NAACL 2025 Conference

Tue, Apr 29 - Sun, May 4 — Albuquerque, New Mexico — Registration info available — Annual conference focusing on computational linguistics and machine learning innovations.