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The marquee event of the week takes place Thursday as the Harlem Globetrotters bring their "100 Years of Thrills" celebration to the Rio Rancho Events Center.
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High-flying thrills and stand-up laughs: Your Rio Rancho weekend preview

nm.news by Kevin Hendricks 2 days agoApril 2, 2026

The City of Vision is kicking off April with a high-flying celebration as the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters arrive in Rio Rancho, anchoring a weekend of professional comedy, local markets and youth STEM programs. From the hardwood of the Rio Rancho Events Center to community hubs on the city’s south side, here is what’s happening in […]

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Rio Rancho’s weekly ‘Resist Tyranny’ protest persists alongside ‘NO KINGS’ rally in Albuquerque

nm.news by Kevin Hendricks 1 week agoMarch 26, 2026
The weekend’s headlining event is the Eggs ’N Beggin’ PET-ACULAR, a massive community gathering designed for pet owners and their furry companions.
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Grab your leash and get ready to laugh: The Rio Rancho weekend preview is here

nm.news by Kevin Hendricks 1 week agoMarch 26, 2026
Rock and roll royalty headlines a packed weekend in Rio Rancho and surrounding communities, with Heart bringing its "Royal Flush Tour 2026" to the Rio Rancho Events Center on Saturday
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Your weekend lineup: Rock royalty rolls into Rio Rancho 

nm.news by Kevin Hendricks March 5, 2026March 5, 2026
The weekend's marquee event arrives Saturday night when Ramón Ayala brings his Historia De Un Final farewell tour to the Rio Rancho Events Center, 3001 Civic Center Cir NE. Known as the "King of the Accordion," Ayala is a towering figure in norteño and conjunto music. The show begins at 8:30 p.m.
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Rio Rancho’s weekend lineup: Music, history and family fun

nm.news by Kevin Hendricks February 26, 2026February 26, 2026
The Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce's "Back Our Veterans" Bowling Tournament has sold out, organizers announced, signaling strong community support for an event aimed at raising grant funding for veteran-owned businesses.
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Bowling tournament set to raise funds for veteran-owned businesses in Rio Rancho

nm.news by Kevin Hendricks February 19, 2026February 19, 2026
The New Mexico Goatheads will reveal their NHL affiliation and introduce their mascot to the public for the first time Saturday at THE BLOCK in Rio Rancho. (NM Goatheads)
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New Mexico Goatheads to unveil NHL affiliation, mascot this weekend

nm.news by Kevin Hendricks February 19, 2026February 19, 2026
More than 70 hot-air balloons will ascend over Rio Rancho this Valentine's Day weekend as the Friends & Lovers Balloon Rally returns for its annual celebration.
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Balloons to fill Rio Rancho skies for Valentine’s weekend rally

nm.news by Kevin Hendricks February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

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