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Corrales Garden Tour
2026-05-16 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Corrales
This year’s tour will feature five properties that offer helpful approaches to sustainable growing in our challenging environment. Sandoval Extension Master Gardeners will be on-hand at each property to talk with you about specific sustainable features. In addition, there will be experts available to answer questions about topics such as integrated pest management and creating wildlife habitats. During the tour there will be talks on topics such as soil health to provide more information about sustainable growing. New this year for tour goers will take home a booklet featuring helpful articles about sustainability as well as property descriptions.
All properties on the 2026 Corrales Garden Tour offer beautiful spaces with an abundance of native and locally adapted plants, planted for visual interest, to attract pollinators and improve the soil or for all three reasons. Tour-goes will find creative use of shade and unique solutions to the various challenges we face when growing in the desert southwest. There will even be aliens!

🌲 Women Who Explore 🥾 New Mexico Chapter - Nambe Lake Hike (Santa Fe)
2026-05-16 09:30 - 14:30
Hike Theme ~ Wear Purple for Peace Day & National Mimosa Day ~

WWE New Mexico – Nambe Lake Trail – Day Hike
Nambe Lake Trailhead – Santa Fe, NM
Saturday, May 16 from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm (potentially a little later depending on group pace)
Hike Theme ~ Wear Purple for Peace Day & National Mimosa Day ~
We invite you to wear your favorite purple gear on this hike! It also happens to be National Mimosa Day so feel free to bring any mimosa supplies if you would like to partake. The themes are optional. The goal is to have a fun day, no pressure!
Nambe Lake Trail – Day Hike
**PLEASE NOTE: EVENTBRITE REGISTRATION IS NECESSARY TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. Responding as “Going” to this event on Facebook does not reserve a spot; you must register on Eventbrite in order to attend this event.**
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THE HIKE
Join us for a challenging & rewarding hike to Nambe Lake. A 6.5 mile trail that begins at the Ski Santa Fe Basin Parking lot and leads through the Sangre De Cristo subrange of the Southern Rockies. If you like aspens and lakes, this hike is for you 🙂
Alltrails has the estimated time for this hike to be 4.2 hours but we will probably take a little more time than that if we have a larger group. This hike is rated “hard” so please use your best judgement. Feel free to reach out to Victoria or Krys if you have any questions.
The hike starts with a moderate incline along a well-maintained trail through aspen and pine trees. As we get closer to the lake there is an increase in elevation gain. A nice challenge with a payoff at the end. We will stop at the lake for as long as the group would like.
Make sure to be there at 9:30 AM MT
We will meet at the WINDSOR TRAILHEAD #254, by the bathrooms at the trailhead. This is to the left of the basin of Ski Santa Fe. When you see the Ski Santa Fe entry/ Welcome sign – take a left and park near the bathrooms. It should be easy to find!
Coordinates:
35.79558° N, 105.80470° W
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WHAT TO BRING
• List of essentials can be found here if you haven’t been hiking before and would like more detailed info: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/ten-essentials.html
• Pack plenty of water, lunch, + snacks for along the way
• Sunscreen, hat, and/or sunglasses
• Dress appropriately, *bring layers* (i.e. beanie, fleece layer, extra pair of socks, pants if you tend to run cold, etc)
• Shoes with good traction
• OPTIONAL – micro spikes if you have them (just in case) – not required
• A light backpack for your gear
• Trekking poles (optional but recommended)
• A rain jacket or poncho – VERY IMPORTANT as this area can be unpredictable when it comes to afternoon rainstorms
• A lightweight hammock if you have one for relaxation at the lake

Mimosa supplies if you wish to partake 🙂

Free Lowe's kids workshops
2026-05-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Lowe’s
Free, monthly workshops for kids at local Lowe’s locations

Stories Under the Cottonwood
2026-05-16 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for Stories Under the Cottonwood at The Rio Grande Nature Center State Park.
Stories Under the Cottonwood is offered at 10:30am on the third Saturday of each month.
This is a participatory story session filled with fun natural history facts, songs, poems, and stories for the tall and the small, especially for those aged 5 to 10 years old. Children should always bring their own adult, so they can enjoy the fun, too!
Aside from the Parking Fee, there is no additional charge for this program. The Parking Fee is $5.00 per vehicle exact cash (Friends of the RGNC permit holders enter free with valid permit displayed).

Storybook STEAM Club
2026-05-16 10:30 - 12:00 | International District Library, 7601 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108, United States
Calling all builders, scientists, artists, and thinkers! In this monthly program, we will gather to read a story, then work together to do a hands-on activity in science, tech, engineering, arts, or math.
This program will allow kids to engage in these academic disciplines in a fun and engaging way, fostering discovery, imagination, creativity, and teamwork.
For ages 4+.

Family Movie: Homeward Bound - Main Library
2026-05-16 11:00 - 13:00 | main library, 501 Copper Ave NW, Albuquerque, 87102, United States
Three pets—a wise old dog named Shadow, a young excitable dog named Chance and a snobby feline named Sassy—escape from a California ranch and embark on a dangerous quest to find their owners. The pets must work together to survive the elements and find their way home.
Rated G. Runtime 85 minutes.

Color Wheel Toys Folded Window Stars
2026-05-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Color Wheel Toys, 6855 4th St NW, Building D, Los Ranchos, NM, 87107, United States
Sat May 16th 11 am – 1 pm: Folded Window Stars! Learn simple folds, repeat 7 times and wow – your own pretty window star to make your space fancy. The free make and take project is best for people ages 5 – adult: people ages 5-8 might want to work with an adult as a team.

Party at the Polls
2026-05-16 12:00 - 16:00 | Kirtland Park, 1408-1572 San Jose Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, United States
We’re making it fun to get registered to vote! Get registered to vote! Enjoy free food, live DJ, and more!

Daddy & Me Splash Time
2026-05-16 12:30 - 13:00 | SwimWorks Swim School, 8120 Ventura St. NE, Albuquerque, 87122, United States
Join us for a special bonding experience designed just for dads and their little ones! Our Daddy & Me Splash Time is a fun, 30-minute introductory class led by one of our amazing SwimWorks coaches and created specifically for new families.
Designed for swimmers ages 3 and under, this class gives dads the opportunity to hop in the water with their babies, build confidence together, and get a feel for our Parent Tot program in a relaxed, welcoming environment. It’s all about connection, comfort, and creating positive first experiences in the water.
Along the way, you’ll explore our facility, meet other dads, and enjoy a playful, supportive setting where both you and your little swimmer can feel right at home.
Come make a splash, make memories, and maybe even make a few new friends!

Gather: a casual afternoon of creating art
2026-05-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Star Heights Recreaction Center, 800 Polaris Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124, United States
Gather is a relaxed, come-as-you-are art afternoon. Bring your own project, or dig through the Open Arts Studio stash of supplies and see what sparks your interest. Need inspiration? No worries! Each month, there will be an ‘art invitation’ – simple prompt to help get the creative juices flowing. Whether you come to play, experiment, or just be around other makers, this is your space to unwind, connect, and create in community. No pressure, no expectations.
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Gather is for all ages; however, children 14 and younger must be accompanied by a paying, participating adult for the entirety of the event.
Go to www.rr-cc.org for more details and to register.

Moana 2 - South Broadway Library
2026-05-16 13:00 - 15:00 | South Broadway Library, 1025 Broadway SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
Join us for a family movie. the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month. from 1:00PM till 3:00. All Movies G, PG, or PG-13.
Today we are screening Moana 2 (PG). “Moana 2” reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. Runtime of 100 minutes.

Shakespeare at the Library - Loma Colorado
2026-05-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Loma Colorado Library, 755 Loma Colorado Blvd, Rio Rancho, NM, 87144, United States
The New Mexico Shakespeare Festival is coming to the library! Actors will perform key scenes from Julius Ceaser and The Winter’s Tale and then engage the audience in a dynamic lecture and discussion. Join us, and see why, “All the world’s a stage…”

Mother's Day Tea for Moms After Infant Loss
2026-05-16 16:00 - 17:00 | The Village Motherhood Company, 6200 Coors Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87120, United States
Mother’s Day can be a complex and tender time when you are grieving a child. If you’ve experienced infant loss, we invite you to join us for a quiet, gentle afternoon of tea and connection.
There is no agenda, no pressure, and no need to be anything other than exactly who you are. This is simply a space to hold one another, share stories if you choose, or just find comfort in the presence of those who truly understand.
We would be honored to share this space with you.

Noche de Familia: Cine Para Chiquitos - Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
2026-05-16 16:00 - 18:00 | National Hispanic Cultural Center, ​1701 4th St. SW, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87102, United States
Noche de Familia: Cine Para Chiquitos featuring DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Saturday, May 16, 2026
4:00 pm
NHCC | Bank of America Theatre
Noche de Familia: Cine Para Chiquitos. Join us for a film screening and green-screen movie magic! Cine Para Chiquitos is a film night for children and families where a culturally relevant film is screened and the magic of movie making is shared through activities. The title of the film will be announced soon.
Free community event. Bring the whole family! Please let us know who will be attending below.
Sponsored in part by NM Gas.
PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATION HERE!
https://my.nmculture.org/48277/52271

Noche De Familia: Cine Para Chiquitos Featuring DreamWorks’ Puss In Boots: The Last Wish
2026-05-16 16:00 - 19:00
Noche de Familia: Cine Para Chiquitos. Join us for a film screening and green-screen movie magic! Cine Para Chiquitos is a film night for children and families where a culturally relevant film is screened and the magic of movie making is shared through activities.

Chess in the Park Rail Yards Market
2026-05-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Rail Yards Market, 777 1st Street SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
Come to enjoy some fun casual chess, chess coaching, and Giant Chess!
No Cost to Attend and no RSVP is required:
Just show up and pull up a chair to learn or play Learn more about Chess in the Park and Learners Chess at www.learnerschess.org.
Downtown Growers Market on Third Sundays

Live Animals at Hyde Memorial State Park
2026-05-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Hyde Memorial State Park, 728 Hyde Park Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87501, United States
Curious about the wildlife that can be found around you?
New Mexico Wildlife Center will be introducing one or more of our native animal ambassadors, explaining why they are permanent residents at our center, and delving into their adaptations and other natural history information.
We’ll discuss what you can do to help their wild counterparts, and offer tactile opportunities using some of our educational collection of skulls and other artifacts!

The parking fee will be waived for event goers.

Water Safety Day
2026-05-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Highland Pool, 400 Jackson St SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108, United States
May is National Water Safety Month, and we’re celebrating with a free, family – friendly Water Safety Day on May 17 at Highland Pool!

Join us for a day of swimming and safety, featuring local organizations sharing essential water safety tips, swim programs, and community resources. We will also be having free swim lessons for parents and toddlers as well as free swim lessons for adults!

Flowers with Mom: DIY Floral Frames
2026-05-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Le Macaron French Pastries, 6241 Riverside Plaza Ln, Albuquerque, NM, 87120, United States
May 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM MDT
Le Macaron French Pastries, 6241 Riverside Plaza Ln, Albuquerque, NM 87120, USA

Each ticket includes one 5×7 frame, dried pressed flowers, all the tools to complete the craft, the option for a polaroid photo with mom; 1 drink and 1 macaron at Le Macaron French Pastries.

Sunday Matinee - Abominable (PG) - Central & Unser
2026-05-17 13:30 - 15:30 | Central & Unser Library, 8081 Central NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87121, United States
After teenage Yi discovers a Yeti on the roof of her apartment building, she and two friends set out a quest to reunite the creature with his family. However, with a wealthy financier and a zoologist pursuing them, Yi and her friends must stay one step ahead to protect their new friend.
Join us every Sunday for a movie showing. Films range in rating from G to PG-13. Note: Movies are subject to change without notice, please see our website for the movie listings.

Rock 101 Music Academy - Band League Battle of the Bands
2026-05-17 16:00 - 21:00 | KiMo Theatre, 423 Central Ave, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
Rock 101 Music Academy presents the culmination of our Spring 2026 Band League and Band League Junior season at the KiMo Theatre. The event will begin with a Band League Junior performance at 4 pm, followed by a brief intermission. The Minor and Major League bands will take the stage from 6 to 9 pm for a Battle of the Bands featuring 11 youth bands. The evening will include guest judges from Albuquerque’s music community. Concessions will be available on-site provided by Little Bear Coffee.
Band League Junior at 4 pm. Minor and Major League from 6 to 9 pm.
For information on Rock 101 Music Academy visit: https://www.rock101nm.com/
Doors at 3 pm. Show starts at 4 pm.

Family STEAM Studio at Explora
2026-05-18 16:30 - 18:00 | Explora Science Center and Children’s Museum, 1701 Mountain Rd. N.W., Albuquerque, NM, 87104, United States
Ready to get your hands dirty? Join us for a messy, hands-on exploration. From the tiny grains of sand to the rich soil beneath our feet, we’re digging deep into science. We’ll be making seed bombs, investigating soil science and sculpting your own masterpieces in clay. It’s going to be a “groundbreaking” fun time for the whole family.

International District Book Group
2026-05-18 17:00 - 18:00
see the branch calendar for this month’s selection. For ages 18+.

Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Aquarium & Botanic Garden
2026-05-19 09:00 - 10:00 | ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden
The ABQ BioPark hosts low sensory events for families as well as adults-only events throughout the year. Check the current upcoming event schedule at BioPark Events.
For the first Tuesday of the month at the Zoo and the third Tuesday at the Aquarium and Botanic Garden, a limited number of tickets will be available from 9 am to 10 am.

Early Childhood Bilingual Story Time at NHCC
2026-05-19 10:00 - 11:00
Stories come to life through art, movement, and more! For children ages 3 to 5 and caregivers.

Tuesday Family Movies: The LEGO Movie - International District Library
2026-05-19 11:30 - 13:30 | International District Library, 7601 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108, United States
The first-ever full-length theatrical LEGO movie follows Emmet an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person (the MasterBuilder) and the key to saving his LEGO world. He is drafted into a fellowship of strangers — including an old mystic (voiced by Morgan Freeman) and LEGO Batman (voiced by Will Arnett) — on an epic quest to stop an evil tyrant from gluing the universe together — a journey for which Emmett is hopelessly and hilariously underprepared. Now the fate of the world is in his tiny yellow hands. Will Ferrell, Liam Neeson, Elizabeth Banks and more also provide voices in this family adventure from the filmmakers behind Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. Prepare yourself for…the greatest movie ever assembled!

Walk-this-Way: Traffic Safety for Kids! - Taylor Ranch Library
2026-05-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Taylor Ranch Library, 5700 Bogart NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87120, United States
Join us at Taylor Ranch Library for Walk-this-Way: a program hosted by Esperanza Bicycle Safety educators.
Youth will learn how to safely walk through their neighborhoods, navigate, and remember valuable street safety tips. This program includes a presentation, videos, and a fun interactive learning activity.
Ages 4-8. Families welcome. No registration required.

Junior Foodies: Kids Cooking Club
2026-05-19 16:30 - 18:30 | International District Library, 7601 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87108, United States
Let’s get cooking! Families and kids of all ages are welcome to join our kid’s cooking club. We will meet once a month to read about and study a different seasonal, locally-grown food. Then, we’ll head to the children’s activity room and do a food tasting or learn how to prepare a simple, kid-friendly dish using our mobile kitchen! Yum!

Flowers With Mom: DIY Floral Frames at Sawmill Market
2026-05-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Sawmill Market, 1909 Bellamah Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104, United States
May 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sawmill Market, 1909 Bellamah Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104, USA

Each ticket provides a 5×7 frame, dried pressed flowers, tools to get creative, an optional polaroid photo with Mom, along with $10 off at Sawmill Market! This is a completely DIY event with no instruction provided. Enjoy your company and make memories that last forever at a beautiful, unique local spot in Uptown ABQ!

Toddler Craft: Birdhouses at Family Strengths Network
2026-05-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Family Strengths Network, 3540 Orange St., Los Alamos, NM, 87544, United States
FSN Toddler Craft in May: Bird Houses
Kiddos will put together bird houses that double as feeders by using sunbutter and seeds to decorate them.
Wednesday May 20 from 10-11 AM (no Saturday craft due to Memorial Day closure)
Free!
At FSN – 3540 Orange St.
