Good morning, Albuquerque.

Riders will pedal 64 miles from downtown Albuquerque to the state law enforcement memorial in Santa Fe for the annual ride honoring officers who lost their lives—this year adding a tribute for Bernalillo County Sheriff Sergeant Michael Schlattman—to benefit police counseling services.

Local Kidzz Mechanical owner Chad saved Lucinda $3,000 in unnecessary HVAC repairs by cleaning her AC heads + offering upfront pricing in February; the company continues to provide honest, neighborly advice for Albuquerque residents.

Millan Baca, principal at Rio Rancho High School, was named New Mexico Principal of the Year at the NASSP conference in Washington, D.C.

He has spent 22 years in district schools and introduced programs to boost attendance, instructional time and tutoring services.

Albuquerque’s Solid Waste Management, partnering with Keep Albuquerque Beautiful (and Clean Harbors), hosts a hazardous waste disposal event at Balloon Fiesta Park to help residents discard items like gasoline, paint, and lithium batteries; hazardous waste is also accepted at the SWD Safety Clean facility on Girard Boulevard.

Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm marks 50 years of organic farming and historic beauty.

The Rembe family expanded the property into a bed-and-breakfast, event space and retail destination and was honored by ULI New Mexico at an event on Friday.

Acoustic Gap Performance

6-10 PM — Steel Bender Brewyard — Free entry — Experience a mix of modern bluegrass, western swing, and light jazz in a vibrant atmosphere.

Unknown Mortal Orchestra Live

7-9:30 p.m. — The Historic El Rey Theater — $28+ — Experience the unique sounds of Unknown Mortal Orchestra with supporting acts Elliot & Vincent.

Louis Hayes Live Performance

7-9 p.m. — Outpost Performance Space — Tickets start at $54 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of renowned jazz drummer Louis Hayes in Albuquerque.

Carin Leon at Boots In The Park 2026

May 15-16 — Golf & Event Center at Balloon Fiesta Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience the bold melodies and lyrical roots of regional Mexican music with a pioneering artist.

The Dust Devils Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company Albuquerque Taproom — No cover charge — Enjoy the lively tunes of classic country western swing from the Dust Devils.

Martin Amini Standup Comedy Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hyena's Comedy Nightclub — Tickets required — Experience a night of laughter with Martin Amini's unique blend of comedy inspired by his multicultural heritage.

Route 66 Connected: A Photo-Ethnographic Exploration

11 a.m. — Wheels Museum — Free entry — Explore the heritage and narratives of Route 66 in New Mexico through visual storytelling.

Gardening U Class

1-2 p.m. — Albuquerque Garden Center — Free entry — Enhance your green thumb with insights from Master Gardener Barb Shapiro.

Albuquerque Isotopes vs. El Paso Chihuahuas

6:35-7:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking — Cheer on the Albuquerque Isotopes as they face off against the El Paso Chihuahuas.

Windwaker Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Launchpad — All ages — Experience live music from Windwaker, If Not For Me, and Colorblind at the Hounds of the Underground Tour.