Free events in Bernalillo County, NM

Round up your friends for free fun that puts your wits to the test. Cash prizes ranging from $10 to $25 are up for grabs.

Admission is free, and house cash prizes from $10 to $25 are available. Participants can form teams and test their wits for a chance to win.

Local wedding professionals gather at the historic Albuquerque Rail Yards for a relaxed, in-person networking meetup focused on genuine conversations and connections. Attendees can explore the venue, enjoy the atmosphere, and connect with others across the wedding, hospitality, and event community in a welcoming setting without a set agenda. Admission is free with RSVP. Hosted by Southwest Weddings, the meetup encourages coming as you are, building new collaborations, and discovering new venues or businesses alongside familiar faces.

Chess Night at Slice and Dice Pizzeria Eastside brings players together for USCF rated quads with free entry, using a G/25 d5 time control. Casual games are welcome alongside the quads for a relaxed way to get in some moves. Presented by the Albuquerque Chess Club at Slice and Dice Pizzeria (Eastside) in Albuquerque.

Marking three decades in Albuquerque, Downtown Growers’ Market continues a longstanding community tradition that connects neighbors with local farms and small businesses. Shop seasonal New Mexico produce, from heirloom picks to freshly roasted chiles, browse handmade art and wellness goods by local makers, and enjoy hot prepared foods and snacks beneath the trees. Expect live local music and other entertainment, plus a community yoga session with donations appreciated. An on-site information booth can assist with market details, SNAP benefits are doubled on local food, and ADA parking is available. Please honor parking meters and lot fees and avoid blocking residential areas or business access. Leashed pets are welcome, and guests are asked to clean up after them.

An open mic welcomes karaoke singers, poets, and instrumentalists to share their talents. Hosted by Becca Grant, this family friendly event is free to attend, with donations appreciated. Please use the south door accessed from the parking lot behind the building.

Enjoy a coloring session where all supplies are provided at no cost. Coloring sheets, markers, pencils, and crayons will be available so you can focus on creating and relaxing.

Get ready to learn the Thriller choreography in a free class at Enso Studio NM in Albuquerque. It is geared toward dancing zombies planning to participate in Thrill The World at Cornucopia, a fundraiser for Cornucopia Adult Day Services, with dancers moving in sync with others across the globe. Late arrivals are welcome. Please bring water, a smart friend, and a signed waiver.