Live music in Rio Rancho, NM

Mariachi Night with Mariachi Xochitl brings lively mariachi music, refreshing drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere for friends and families. It is open to the public, is family friendly, and offers food for purchase.

Get ready for an old-school funk, groove, and house DJ night as the Lava Room takes over the Historic Lobo Theater. Doors open at 6:00 PM with a happy hour from 6 to 7 PM, and the music keeps going through 1:00 AM. This is a 21 and over event with valid physical ID, and cover is $5 at the door.

Ben's Birthday Bash takes place at Moonlight Lounge with a lineup featuring performances by The Dezert Penguinz, Crash Bandits, Ashes of Jupiter, A Minute Past 9, and November Radio.

Catch Tolliver live at Sister in Albuquerque. The show is scheduled for 7:00 PM, with additional artists listed under the event lineup on the page.

La Marquesina After Dark is a Summer Latin patio party at Juno Brewery, presented by Robledo Hospitality. DJ Solovino plays Latin party music across Latin House, Cumbia, Salsa, Bachata and everything in between. This is an after party following Salsa Under The Stars, offering more time on the dance floor. Entry is $10, or $5 with a Salsa Under The Stars stamp. The bar serves craft beers and cocktails.

A live rock and roll performance takes the stage at Dragonhorn Tavern.

Hybrid Minds bring drum and bass to Effex Albuquerque with support from Tempza, Fury, and MC Dino, along with additional acts. Tickets are available for purchase.

Shop fresh local produce, handcrafted wellness items, unique art, and hot prepared foods at the Downtown Growers' Market in downtown Albuquerque. There will also be live local music every Saturday, plus the Budding Biz Youth Market running alongside the main market.

Part of the 35th Annual Music Under the Stars Saturdays series devoted to jazz and blues, the fourth edition of Enchantment Blues & Guitars centers on a salute to the Three Kings of blues guitar... Albert King, B.B. King, and Freddy King. Curated by New Mexico songwriter, guitarist, and performer Chris Dracup, the program brings together leading blues talent from across the state. Featured artists include Dracup, Levi Platero, Rudy “Boy” Jaramillo, Stanlee Kee, Armando Ortega, and Tiho Dmitrov, with Brant Leeper on B3 organ and piano, Jose Romero on bass, Alex Moralez on drums, Brad Dubbs on trumpet, Lee Taylor on alto saxophone, Sam Nesbitt on baritone saxophone, and Murray Kelly on rhythm guitar. Previous editions have created a space for top local musicians to collaborate on shared performances. Dracup, inducted into the New Mexico Music Hall of Fame in 2024, has performed for more than four decades as a solo artist and as guitarist and vocalist with New Mexico groups including The Muttz, The Rattlecats, and Soul Kitchen. His playing spans bottleneck slide rooted in southern delta traditions and electric blues shaped by classic Texas and Chicago sounds, and his recent project, Chris Dracup: Funk of the West, blends American funk and blues with Afro pop percussion crafted for the dance floor.

As part of Summer Music Saturdays, Canteen Brewhouse presents a patio performance by Mike Mares of The NOMS. The set blends the band’s own songs with well-known covers, touching on artists such as James Taylor and Blink-182, all suited to a relaxed summer atmosphere.

Enjoy a candlelit tribute concert featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, performed by a string quartet at the African American Performing Arts Center. The program includes Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter, along with Sonata n.12 in d-minor “La Follia.” Doors open 45 minutes before the show, and there is no entry once it starts. Seating is assigned on a first come, first served basis within each zone. This event is for ages 8 and up, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Catch a live performance by Steve Earle at KiMo Theatre. The show is scheduled to start at 6:30 PM.

Enjoy a full Saturday night of flamenco at Tablao Flamenco Albuquerque, featuring live dancers, singers, and guitar music. The evening includes a four-course prix fixe dinner served to your seat, with doors opening at 6:15 PM and dinner at 7:00 PM. The performance starts at 8:00 PM and runs about 50 minutes to an hour, with a short intermission during the show. Guests must be 21+ or accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Lil Boosie (also known as Boosie BadAss) is bringing his Reloaded Talent and Trap Boi Muzic energy to Oasis Event Center. The event is for ages 18+ and includes a bar with ID. Doors open at 7:00 PM, and the show runs through late evening.

Enjoy a solo acoustic evening with Steve Earle, highlighting 51 years of songs and storytelling. A protege of Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, Earle has seen his writing interpreted by Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Joan Baez, Emmylou Harris, The Pretenders, and many others. His breakthrough album Guitar Town topped the country charts in 1986 and is widely considered a classic of Americana. Later releases The Revolution Starts...Now, Washington Square Serenade, and Townes earned consecutive Grammy Awards. Tickets are nonrefundable unless otherwise noted, with exchanges available when possible. For events at City venues, the City of Albuquerque is the only authorized ticket provider, and tickets from third-party resellers are not accepted.

Get ready for an all-ages Sunday brunch at Hollow Spirits Distillery with a Morgan Wallen soundtrack. Expect themed cocktails, brunch eats, and a country-music atmosphere paired with fan-favorite hits and a playlist built for Wallen lovers. It’s part of the ABQLive Brunch Series and includes a photo-ready, country-inspired vibe.

Dave Payne and Salt Cedar bring a relaxed, rootsy energy to Canteen Brewhouse with a blend of honky tonk, rock and roll, and Southwest grit. The performance focuses on rhythm and storytelling, creating an easygoing atmosphere. It is a strong local lineup made for a mellow afternoon, ideal for turning the volume up while keeping the vibe laid back.

A mashup of trivia, a name-that-tune challenge, and karaoke puts pop music knowledge to the test. It is free to play, and prizes are up for grabs.

The lineup features Famous Friend, Floats, and The Citie, bringing these acts together on one bill.

Toto, Christopher Cross, and The Romantics perform together at Isleta Amphitheater in Albuquerque, New Mexico, bringing a multi-artist concert to this venue.

Kyle Martin is back at Steel Bender Brewyard for a live set. He will perform on stage at the brewyard, marking another appearance at this venue.

Franklin Jonas & The Byzantines bring an up-close, high-energy performance to Backstage at Revel. The small-room setting keeps the experience immediate, with every moment landing a little harder. This show is open to all ages.

Catch The Sword at Sunshine Theater in Albuquerque. The show starts at 7:00 PM and tickets are available through the ticketing partners listed on the page.

An open mic in collaboration with the Albuquerque Songwriters' Cooperative fills Ancora Cafe and Bakery with community and creativity. The evening centers on music and sound, offering a friendly space where performers can share a couple of favorite songs, try out new material, and meet others to jam with, while listeners are welcome to relax and enjoy. Every Thursday night the focus stays on connection, discovery, and the joy of live performance.

Abbaquerque delivers an energetic ABBA tribute at Canteen Brewhouse, with audience sing alongs to well known hits. Dancing, smiles, and a nostalgic vibe carry the set as the band keeps the momentum high. The performance unfolds on the patio.