Good morning, Albuquerque.

Bank of Albuquerque has donated $10,000 to Roadrunner Food Bank after a month-long food drive under its Guide the Giving program; the funds will help expand services to fight food insecurity.

Albuquerque offers outdoor music and festival events starting today with Music Under the Stars at the museum & Zoo Music’s final concert at BioPark on Friday, followed by Hot Girl Summer and an R&B Block Party downtown and Lavender in the Village Festival Saturday at Balloon Fiesta Park.

The Albuquerque Isotopes will celebrate Native American Heritage Night on Saturday, Aug.

8 at their game against the Space Cowboys. The first 2,500 fans will receive a hat while players wear themed jerseys and game-worn items will be auctioned to support local scholarships.

High school students at the Hubbell Agricultural Center in South Valley worked this summer on the APS Agriculture and Nutrition Internship Program — harvesting carrots, learning farming and job skills, and earning $15 per hour to support their education.

The WATR Alliance filed a petition with the Water Quality Control Commission to change rules so treated wastewater from oil production can be reused outside oilfields (no hearing date has been set) while regulators review tests to ensure water stays safe.

Albuquerque’s ABQ Ride recorded 8 million boardings with ridership up 4% for the fiscal year ending in June — nearly reaching pre-pandemic numbers as safety improvements lowered incident reports.

County commissioners backed a transfer of nearly 10,000 acres from the Forest Service to the Pueblo of Sandia last month, while a resident coalition says the move risks public access (with congressional sponsors now being sought).

A City of Albuquerque inspection on July 15 found 15 food safety violations in the patient kitchen at Presbyterian Hospital, although officials allowed the kitchen to stay open while correcting issues+ the facility later earned green tag status after meeting required food safety standards.

Monthly Book Meetup: Discussing 'The Day of the Triffids'

11 a.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Free entry — Join in on a lively discussion about one of the first post-apocalyptic novels ever written.

Round Rock Express vs. Albuquerque Isotopes

1:35-2:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — Free lunch bags — Cheer on the Isotopes as they take on the Express in a fun-filled baseball afternoon.

Albuquerque Speed Dating for Ages 25-45

7-9 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 singles in a fun and friendly speed dating atmosphere.

2026 Dive-In Movies Film Fiesta

7 p.m. — Hotel Zazz — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with short films showcased poolside under the stars.

The Technicolors Live

8-11 p.m. — Launchpad — Tickets from $69 — Experience an unforgettable night with The Technicolors in Albuquerque.

Simple Plan Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater — Tickets from $46 — Be there live for an exciting performance by Simple Plan in Albuquerque.

Olivia O'Brien Presents: The PIXIE Tour

7-10 p.m. — Launchpad — $21.50+ — Celebrate a night of pop music with Olivia O'Brien's vibrant performance.

Sugar Land Space Cowboys at Albuquerque Isotopes

6:35-7:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking for vehicles with three or fewer people — Celebrate Native American Heritage Night with the Isotopes and enjoy post-game fireworks.

Sugar Land Space Cowboys at Albuquerque Isotopes

1:35 – 2:35 PM — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking — Catch an exciting Minor League Baseball matchup with local flair as the Isotopes face off against the Space Cowboys.