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What's happening around New Mexico May 30-June 5? Kirtland Air Fiesta and more
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Check out community events around New Mexico from May 30 to June 5.
May 30 Friends of Dorothy: PRIDE Cocktail Mixer – Celebrate with community, cocktails, and queer joy at the Arrive Hotel, hosted by Friends of Dorothy. Cover charge is $10 (ages 21+) and the event starts at 7 p.m.
May 31 Brujas y Curanderas: A Witches' Market – Wander through a marketplace full of spells, potions, art, ritual tools, herbal remedies, handmade treasures, and more. Receive readings, healings, and blessings from gifted curanderas, brujas, and spiritual workers rooted in ancient traditions. This event is from 1 to 9 p.m. in Old Town.
May 31 Downtown Growers' Market – Visit Albuquerque's longest-running farmers' market for the largest selection of local farmers providing fresh produce, eggs, honey, meats, local goods, hot prepared foods on-site, and handmade art, crafts, and body care products. Every Saturday from April to mid-November, enjoy live music starting at 10 a.m.
May 31 Kickoff to Summer Carnival at Liv & Mimi's – This free carnival hosts a bounce house, face painter, carnival games, and prizes, with food and drinks available for purchase. The event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 31 Winrock Artisan Market – Visit Winrock Park every Saturday for a one-of-a-kind market experience. This market is pet-friendly, with local artisans, food trucks, live entertainment, and family fun. It starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 12 p.m.
May 31 Fur & Flowers Adoption Festival – Meet rescue dogs from partner shelters, all looking for their forever homes. With local vendors, interactive activities, a photo booth, food and drinks, live performances, outdoor games, and dog amenities, this Expo NM event is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
May 31-June 1 2025 Kirtland Air Fiesta – This event will feature a dynamic lineup of aerial demonstrations and static displays. Attendees can look forward to a current line-up of performances by the U.S. Army Golden Knights, the F-16 Viper Demonstration Team from Shaw Air Force Base, and a comprehensive showcase from the 58th Special Operations Wing. More information is available online.
June 1 Indigenous Peoples' Day at the Rail Yards Market – With over 200 farm, food, and art vendors, community yoga, and live performances, celebrate Indigenous cultures at the Rail Yards Market. The market is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
June 1 Open to All: A Century of Access at the Special Collections Library – A special conversation with current and former library staff, this event will explore the library's legacy of providing access to a world of learning for generations of Albuquerque residents. The event starts at 2 p.m.
June 1 SNO Social: Isotopes Pride Night – Sunday Night Out and Friends hosts pride night at the Smith's Picnic Pavilion, which includes all-you-can-eat dinner, dessert, and non-alcoholic drinks for $38.50 per person. This event starts at 5 p.m.
May 31 Pride Market – Join Sunland Park for a full day of fun, celebration, and community. Shop queer-owned businesses, enjoy a delicious brunch, partake in community yoga, watch a drag show, donate blood, and paint and sip from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 31 Mental Health Awareness 5K Walk and Health Fair – Join Clovis and come together to promote understanding, compassion, and access to vital mental health resources. The walk starts at 8 a.m.
May 31 Moonlight: Adult Night at the Museums – This program will be in coordination with two exhibits, 'LUSTER' at the Museum of Art and 'Aliento a Tequila' at the Branigan Cultural Center in Las Cruces. This 'Moonlight' program evening will feature lowriders and detailed car painting in a small car show in the courtyard, along with music and other activities. This event is from 5 to 9 p.m. for ages 21+.
May 31 Zozobra Stuff Party – It's that time of year again. Santa Fe's favorite monster needs A LOT of shredded paper to fill up his ginormous body and light up the night. Kick off the day with a pizza party for all participants, and kids will receive a special Zozobra sticker (turn it in at Dairy Queen for a free ice cream cone). Masks will be provided, and the friendly Zozobra staff will be on hand to teach newcomers the ropes. This event is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
May 31 Otero County Farmer's Market – Check out the only year-round farmers market in the area with many local farmers, crafters, bakers, and more, exclusively from Otero County. This event occurs every Saturday from 8:30 to 11 a.m.
June 1 MAC Summer Party – Kick off summer in Rio Rancho at a Lilo and Stitch-themed luau, a day filled with thrilling activities, including ice skating, a limbo and hula contest, and a kid-friendly tiki juice bar. This event is from 2 to 8 p.m.
June 2-5 Inspired by Science Camp '25 – From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. daily in Carlsbad, kids ages 7-12 can attend this STEAm camp for $65 with additional access to Cave Night at the National Cave and Karst Research Institute on June 3rd and Family STEM Night on June 5th.
June 2-6 NMMI Summer STEAM Camp – From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily in Roswell, NMMI Campus offers Junior Camp (kindergarten – 4th grade) and Senior Camp (5th – 12th grade) with a $500 scholarship towards future IPA enrollment upon camp completion. Tuition is $275 per camper (including lunch and snacks each day) with $25 off per sibling and $25 off for NMMI faculty and staff.
June 3 Gallup Summer Indian Dances and Art Market – Shop for Native American art and jewelry with local Native artist vendors set up in the area north of the dance grounds. Don't forget to buy some fry bread or a snow cone with food vendors onsite. This event is from 6 to 8 p.m.
June 5-8 Fiesta Latina – This cultural event, organized by Western New Mexico University in Silver City seeks to recognize, celebrate, and assist in the preservation of New Mexico's heritage, customs, and traditions. The four-day outdoor festival features the traditional folk art of more than 50 artisans from throughout Mexico, Latin music and dance performances, food and drink, children's activities, hands-on crafting workshops, films, demonstrations, and more.
🔶 City of Albuquerque seeks input on fiber optic installation rules in meeting on June 5 – Albuquerque city leaders are looking for input on new rules for fiber optic installation. The city will host a virtual public meeting on June 5 at noon. It comes amid complaints saying fiber installation crews have damaged lawns, cut water lines, and left work incomplete.
🔶 Dispose of household hazardous waste at City of Albuquerque's disposal day – The City of Albuquerque is giving residents a chance to safely dispose of their household hazardous waste. May 31, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Balloon Fiesta Park East Lot, the city is holding a household hazardous waste collection event.
🔶 City of Albuquerque offers free lunches for children over the summer – The City of Albuquerque is offering free lunches for children over the summer. Children age 1 to 18 are eligible to grab those free meals at various local parks and community centers from June through August.
🔶 Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department offers free microchips for dogs and cats – The City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department is offering free microchips for dogs and cats as part of the 'It's Hip to Microchip' campaign running from June 1 to July 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. No appointment is needed.
🔶 Study shows residents oppose I-25 'S-Curve' project plans – Months after project plans were announced to fix a dangerous stretch of I-25, the Department of Transportation has released the results of its public comment study. A large number of residents aren't convinced.
🔶 Albuquerque Public Schools Story Time in the Park program begins soon – Albuquerque Public Schools keeps families engaged during the summer break with its Story Time in the Park initiative. The program runs June 9 – July 17 at several parks around Albuquerque and Bernalillo County.
🔶 City of Albuquerque looks to catch up on backlog of needed trash bins – Taking out the trash hasn't been so straightforward for some Albuquerque property owners since last summer. The city's struggled to swap out or fix up busted trash bins.
🔶 Local organization using technology to preserve language and culture – Indigenous Hands and Voices is an organization committed to the documentation and preservation of indigenous and minority signed and spoken language and cultural heritage.
🔶 First-of-its-kind indoor pickleball facility coming to northeast Albuquerque – It's a growing sensation nationwide, reaching players of all ages and levels. And now, Albuquerque is getting a first-of-its-kind facility to play the popular sport indoors.
🔶 Bernalillo County providing free groceries to low-income seniors – Bernalillo County is offering free groceries to low-income and all veterans in a partnership with Silver Horizons. Each household will be able to get groceries twice a month. Food is available while supplies last, and the doors will open 30 minutes before the start time. Veterans will need to provide proof of veteran status.
🔶 When does monsoon season start in New Mexico? What you can expect this summer – Monsoon season officially runs from June 15 through September 30. During the monsoon season, states in the southwest can see heavy rain, strong thunderstorms, and flash flooding along with very hot temperatures. KRQE's Chief Meteorologist Grant Tosterud explains what people should expect this monsoon season.
🔶 New Mexico Environment Department temporarily moving office to Rio Rancho – If you need a permit from the New Mexico Environment Department, you'll need to head to Rio Rancho; the Albuquerque office will be closed for repairs. Their field office on Tijeras Avenue needs to fix some mechanical system problems. Right now, it isn't safe for employees or the public.
🔶 Treasurer of New Mexico's Democratic party abruptly resigns 5 weeks into the job – After just five weeks on the job, the treasurer of New Mexico's democratic party abruptly quit, claiming the head of the party has sabotaged her efforts every step of the way.
🔶 New Mexico lawmakers learn about the potential impact of federal funding cuts to SNAP – Amid uncertainty on how federal funding cuts will impact Americans, New Mexico lawmakers are learning of the potential impact on New Mexicans and their SNAP benefits.
🔶 Governor declares state of emergency due to severe drought in New Mexico – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has declared a state of emergency due to severe drought in New Mexico. The order was issued last Thursday and assembles a task force to coordinate a response, including helping communities conserve water, and share resources to other local and tribal governments.
🔶 Sandoval Co. Clerk's Office: State-wide marriage license fee increase starts June 20 – Senate Bill 290 was signed into law on April 8, 2025. It increases the cost of marriage license fees in New Mexico for the first time in over 22 years. The Sandoval County Clerk's Office is reminding the public that increase goes into effect on Friday, June 20.
🔶 New Mexico State Police conducting sobriety checkpoints throughout June – New Mexico State Police announced it will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols; and registration, insurance, and driver's license checkpoints across New Mexico in June 2025.
🔶 What should New Mexicans do if they come across a raccoon? – New Mexicans say they are seeing more raccoons inside and outside their homes, but before you try to trap them, you should ask yourself, what exactly do raccoons do for our ecosystem?
🔶 Celebrity Historian Raffi Andonian speaks on New Mexico's history of BBQ – May is National BBQ Month and in New Mexico, there is a special style with the traditional matanza. Celebrity Historian Raffi Andonian speaks on the style and how it got started.
🔶 Officials speak on closure of Hobbs prison – KRQE News 13 is learning more about the Hobbs prison that is shutting down next month, leaving more than 200 workers out of a job. In a town hall meeting, state and county officials assured they are working to connect employees with other jobs with the New Mexico Corrections Department and elsewhere.
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