Free events in Rio Rancho, NM

Enjoy a casual coloring session with free materials provided, including coloring sheets, markers, colored pencils, and crayons.

Enjoy a free Thriller dance class designed for dancing zombies who want to take part in Thrill The World, a synchronized worldwide performance and fundraiser for Cornucopia Adult Day Services. Participants will practice the routine and be part of a moment when zombies everywhere dance at the same time. Late arrivals are welcome. Bring water, a smart friend in case the zombie appetite kicks in, and a completed waiver.

New Mexico historian and author John Taylor will share The School on the Bluff, a history of the University of Albuquerque. The talk will be held in St. Cecilia Hall, Stage 2 on the St. Pius X School campus. Admission is free, all are welcome, and a reception will follow. The event is sponsored by The Guadalupe Institute. For seat reservations, email advancement@spxabq.org.

Test your knowledge with friends at a free trivia night at The Tatted Bee Brewhouse, featuring cash prizes ranging from $10 to $25.

A free, fun gathering with $10 to $25 in house cash up for grabs. Bring your gang and show off your wits.

Chess Night at Slice and Dice Pizzeria (Eastside) features USCF rated quads with free entry and a G/25d5 time control each week, along with casual games for those who want to play informally. Participants check in before play begins.

Brain Gang Trivia brings a free, fun night in the Turquoise Desert with house cash awards between 5 and 15 dollars up for grabs. Bring your group and put your knowledge to the test.

The Bernalillo Farmers Market marks its opening day at Bernalillo Rotary Park. SNAP is accepted and Double Up Food Bucks are available, and select vendors also participate in WIC and the 5 Sandoval Tribes WIC. Food or produce vendors interested in selling can get in touch through Facebook or email for more information.

Settle in at Slice and Dice Pizzeria (Eastside) for a free open gaming meetup centered on socializing and tabletop fun. Every last Friday of the month brings casual time with friends, good food, and a wide selection of board games, plus beer and plenty of non-alcoholic options. You do not have to drink beer to take part. The venue provides a large library of games with no hourly charge, and attendees are asked to make a purchase of food, a beverage, or a game to help keep this resource available. Expect options ranging from party and casual titles to heavy strategy games. This gathering is intended for adults who want to meet and hang out with other adults. Children are welcome at Slice and Dice, so please be mindful that the meetup is adult oriented.