Good morning, Albuquerque.

Today on Giving Tuesday, UNM Gives coordinators are urging local residents to donate to UWNCNM through a portal that remains open until Dec.15.

Donors can direct their gifts to any eligible nonprofit to help fund essential community services.

Trey Gunn and David Forlano will host an album release show for their new record Select Habits of Invertebrates at FUSION | 708 on Dec.

6 — fans will see live music with surround sound and video art and enjoy an opening set by Chris Meyer’s Alias Zone.

Albuquerque celebrates the season with holiday light displays as Chris McCord transforms his home at 6401 Pepperdine Street NE with over 50,000 lights and music while collecting toy and food donations.

The ABQ BioPark hosts the River of Lights along a 1.6-mile route featuring 700 displays — drawing families to enjoy the festive atmosphere.

Starting mid-November, the flooded fields along the Rio Grande have drawn thousands of migratory birds to Albuquerque's bosque, including Sandhill cranes and Canadian geese.

Scientists say that lower water levels—due to reduced snowpack—have left once full ponds cracked and may force birds to avoid the area in coming decades.

UNM extended head coach Jason Eck’s contract for five years to keep him through the 2030 season, but a buyout clause of $4 million applies if another school hires him before the end of 2026—his contract includes reduced buyout amounts of $2 million in 2027, $750,000 in 2028, $500,000 in 2029, and $300,000 in the final season. UNM has seen similar moves before in its sports programs and may still explore options for a new coach this decade.

Stories & Music in the Sky

11 a.m. — Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum — Free entry — Experience a magical adventure of storytelling, music, and art for young children and their grown-ups.

AACR Special Conference in Cancer Research: Cancer Evolution

Event Duration — Thu, Dec 4 – Sat, Dec 6 — The Clyde Hotel — Registration required — Delve into how evolutionary principles shape cancer dynamics.

Holiday Stroll in Old Town with NM Museum of Natural History

5-9 p.m. — Old Town Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with local shopping and entertainment from performers.

Emo Night Karaoke

7-9:30 p.m. — 120 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM — 21+ Ages — Sing your heart out with a live band at this vibrant karaoke night.

Monday Night Watch Parties with 100.3 The Peak

6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Great food and drink specials with live NFL action — Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere complete with giveaways and delicious food.

The Bouncing Souls Concert

6-9 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening with punk rock legends The Bouncing Souls in their energetic live performance.

Aaron Watson Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Sunshine Building — Tickets from $67 — Experience a night of country music with Aaron Watson in Albuquerque.

The Legacy Continues: 2 Seasons Beatings

7-9 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Ticket required — Experience an electrifying showdown as top athletes compete for glory in a thrilling celebration of sport's legacy.

Albuquerque December Brunch

11:30 a.m. — Central Grill and Coffee House — $10 reservation fee — Celebrate the season in your ugliest holiday sweater with delicious food and new connections.

2nd Annual Luminito Celebration

5:30-11:30 p.m. — National Hispanic Cultural Center — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with cultural performances, music, and local vendors in a festive outdoor setting.