Happy weekend, Albuquerque! In today’s happening-today edition: Festival Flamenco Albuquerque, a new mental health facility, and introduction to lapidary + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A celebration of flamenco artistry: Festival Flamenco Albuquerque opens today for its 39th year, bringing nine days of performances and workshops, featuring 87 artists from Spain plus a large-scale work by María Pagés -- explore the flamenco festival.
New mental health facility: UNM Health completed construction on a $36 million replacement and expansion of UNM Hospital’s Children’s Psychiatric Center in Albuquerque, adding 36 beds, a dining area and four-bed acute care unit -- see the full project details.
City service changes ahead: Albuquerque’s 311 no longer answers Sunday calls, and hours Monday through Saturday are expanded. Councilor Renee Grout’s change could affect trash, graffiti, fireworks, and the 768 homeless line -- see the service changes.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Quick range fix: When you need an easy tune-up without hiking 18, Golf & Event Center at Balloon Fiesta Park delivers with a laid-back driving range, a bite-size Pitch & Putt, and big-sky views that make topping a few balls feel oddly therapeutic.
Seafood fix unlocked: When the desert has you dreaming of the coast, Meet Crab comes through with roll-up-your-sleeves seafood that lets you crack, dip, and grin. Grab a friend, bring extra napkins, enjoy a messy, satisfying break from green chile overload.
In-town RV refresh: If your rig's been sitting or you’ve got friends rolling through, NomadLand RV Park Albuquerque is a clean ABQ base with a wash bay, detail bay, propane, dump stations, laundry, a bath house and a dog area.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
💎 Introduction to Lapidary @ Meltdown Studio | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Skip yardwork. Spend a hands-on weekend in the studio, where gem whisperer Jim Hill walks you through cutting cabochons like a pro. You’ll pick stones, learn safe technique and gear care, tackle soft, medium, hard, and turquoise, materials included, and head home with finished cabochons.
🚗 The SuperNationals 2nd Annual Father's Day Weekend Car Show @ Albuquerque Journal | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Father's Day Weekend at the Journal means polished chrome, a sunburn risk, and a sea of lawn chairs. SuperNationals is back for year two with lowriders, classics, and dads retelling the legend of their first El Camino. Walk, gawk, and call it bonding.
🌿 Plant Bingo Fundraiser @ Wellness Studios | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Feeling lucky and competitive about houseplants? Plant Bingo at Wellness Studios on Coors is raising travel funds for Masani's Massage, heading to Navajo Nation senior centers to give chair massages. 15 to 20 games, $5 a card or 5 for $20, snacks, daubers, bragging rights.
🐤 Morning Toons @ The Guild Cinema | Saturday (6/20) at 11:30 AM – Trade your news alerts for Saturday morning bliss at The Guild Cinema, where old-school cartoons hit the big screen, pajamas, blankets, and nostalgia approved. Your ticket covers admission and a bowl of cereal, because adulthood still tastes better with marshmallows, and seating is limited.
🤠 Ranchero Day @ Rail Yards Market | Sunday (6/21) at 10:00 AM – Boots up, ABQ. Ranchero Day at the Rail Yards Market is all about our roots, with rancheros, indigenous traditions, and farmers bringing the music, food, and handmade goods. Dress the part, sip something local, and let the kids wrangle churros while you talk chile strategy.
🍵 Tropical Paradise Afternoon Tea @ The Fragrant Leaf Tea Boutique | Sunday (6/21) at 1:30 PM – Skip the airport and take a tropical tea vacation, dine-in or carry-out. Three courses of island-inspired savories, scones, and mini desserts pair with two teas, herbal and vegetarian options available. It’s $40.95 per person, reservations required, no walk-ins. Consider it Hawaii without the TSA.
💃 Flamenco Fandanguero @ National Hispanic Cultural Center | Sunday (6/21) at 6:00 PM – Part of Festival Flamenco Alburquerque 39, our own Yjastros throws down a high-voltage set of precision footwork, live music, and big ensemble drama. Less touristy tapas, more goosebumps as tradition meets innovation, and the room vibrates like your neighbor's swamp cooler in July. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Albuquerque report Weather forecastToday — High: 99°F — Low: 63°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 99. West wind 0 to 15 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 63. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 98°F — Low: 63°F — Precip: 0%
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