Good morning, Albuquerque.

Albuquerque is offering safe Halloween and Dia de los Muertos events across the city—featuring haunted houses, pumpkin carving, library programs, and pet parades at community centers, parks, and cultural venues.

The events are scheduled from Oct. 17 to Nov. 3 and are designed to provide well-lit, supervised celebrations for all ages.

Opera Southwest’s new production Dolores tells the life of civil rights advocate Dolores Huerta by weaving protest, family, loss, and hope into music at the National Hispanic Cultural Center — Journal Theatre in Albuquerque.

Three performances are scheduled for Sunday, Oct 26 at 2 p.m., Friday, Oct 31 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Nov 2 at 2 p.m. — ticket prices range from $29 to $109 with discounts available for students and low-income residents.

Today the New Mexico Shakespeare Festival launches its 2025 season with a live performance of Coriolanus at North Fourth Art Center at 7:30 p.m. — the festival also schedules Evil Dead: The Musical for Friday at Musical Theatre Southwest and the Espooky Homegirls Mercado for Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at El Chante: Casa de Cultura —.

UNM Vice President for Research Ellen Fisher received the John A.

Thorton Memorial Award for her work in plasma science—rewarding over 30 years of research and mentorship at UNM. The honor reflects her ongoing efforts to advance plasma chemistries and guide new scientists.

The UNM Grand Challenge Water and Climate Science Communication Fellowship paired 14 undergrad students with research mentors to develop projects on water and climate science—students used various media and each received a $1,000 stipend.

Projects were showcased at the spring UROC and the university will accept applications for the Spring 2026 cohort online before Thanksgiving.

New Mexico's Public Education Department reported a 10-point gain in reading scores for students in grades three through eight—marking the highest one-year increase—while math and science scores stayed flat.

The department said it will ask legislators for funding to boost math and science programs.

HCA Secretary Kari Armijo said that if the government shutdown continues, 450,000 SNAP recipients will miss nearly $90 million in benefits in November and the USDA may revoke authorization for 1,700 SNAP retailers—food banks are being alerted and notices prepared to help affected residents.

PNM has maintained assistance for furloughed federal workers by offering payment plans and suspending disconnections for those who receive red disconnect notices—furloughed workers are urged to submit a Special Consideration Request Form to get extra time to pay their bills.

New federal rules on utility deductions will change food assistance benefit amounts next month—affecting thousands of New Mexicans.

Drivers in Northeast Albuquerque face delays as crews close eastbound Lomas Boulevard between Wyoming and Louisiana to install irrigation lines—Route 11 buses are on detour until Friday.

Marisela Concert

8:30-10:00 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary voice of Marisela, the Queen of Palenques, live in concert.

Easton Corbin Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Dirty Bourbon — Ticket info unavailable — Enjoy a night of traditional and modern country music with the talented Easton Corbin.

SkyDxddy Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Launchpad — All Ages — Experience a night of music with SkyDxddy featuring Demi The Daredevil.

Black Jacket Symphony Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Kimo Theatre — Tickets on sale now — Experience a live rendition of AC/DC’s 'Back in Black' along with greatest hits in a full rock-and-roll spectacle.

MasterChef All-Stars Live! Featuring Past Contestants

7-8:30 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Tickets start at $88 — Experience a culinary journey with beloved MasterChef contestants live on stage.

FrankenToys Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Central & Unser Public Library — Free entry — Breathe new life into forgotten toys in a creatively monstrous workshop.

Alice Cooper & Judas Priest Tour

6:45-8:15 p.m. — Isleta Amphitheater — Ticket resale available — Experience a heavy metal extravaganza with legends Alice Cooper and Judas Priest in Albuquerque.

Dia De Los Muertos Celebration

Multi-day event — Time varies — Old Town Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate life and memory with vibrant art, music, and the Catrina Procession.

Great Pumpkin Chase

9-11 a.m. — Rio Grande Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Halloween with a fun-filled day of races including a 10K and kids activities.

Emorfik Live Performance

9:30-11 p.m. — Electric Playhouse — Tickets available — Experience the energetic DJ Emorfik bringing his unique stage presence to Albuquerque.