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Music

Alex Maryol • blues, acoustic

Friday, April 20: 5-7pm

Tractor Brewing Wells Park

Words

5th Annual Poets Cafe

Friday, April 20: 5:30-7pm

Harwood Art Center

Anticipate poets and writers of ArtStreet to take the microphone and read their written works in this open mic-style event. Snacks and refreshments are served.

Kids

Aquarium Overnight

Friday, April 20: 6:30pm-8am

ABQ BioPark Aquarium

Learn about ocean species and their fascinating nighttime behaviors.

Music

420 Fest • The Riddims • roots, rock, reggae • The Big Spank • ska • Prism Bitch • punk • Tesuque Revolt • surf rock, electronica, Latin, dub • Sharksuit • DJ Jett Nasty

Friday, April 20: 7pm

Launchpad

Photo by Sachyn Mital

Song & Dance

Vieux Farka Touré

Friday, April 20: 7:30-9pm

Albuquerque Museum of Art and History

Often referred to as "The Hendrix of the Sahara," Vieux Farka Touré plays his captivating styles live.

Stan Kee and Step In • blues, rock, soul, jazz

Friday, April 20: 8-11pm

Marble Brewery Heights Tap Room

Music

Hops and Dreams • Desert Darlings • bellydance, variety

Friday, April 20: 8pm

Tractor Brewing Wells Park

Music

Chile Pi • pop, folk, acoustic

Friday, April 20: 8:30-11:30pm

Blue Grasshopper Brew Pub Taproom

Country Fest • DJ Mister E • country

Friday, April 20: 9pm-1am

First Turn Lounge @ The Downs Casino

Image via Pixabay

Comm

Earth Day Celebration

Saturday, April 21: 10am-2pm

ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden

Discover different ocean habitats and how to protect them. Learn about why it is important to buy sustainable seafood. Also make a recycled craft to take home.

Image via Pixabay

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Mini-Maker Faire

Saturday, April 21: 10am-6pm

Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum

Maker Faires showcase lots of cool folks and their projects as they discuss their processes and teaching skills with the public.

Imag Courtesy of NM Jazz Workshop

Song & Dance

Son Como Son 25th Anniversary: A Retrospective Celebration of Salsa

Saturday, April 21: 8pm

National Hispanic Cultural Center

Daniel and César Bauvallet celebrate the 25th anniversary of their musical partnership in this heartfelt tribute to their fans and the dancers of Albuquerque.