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Kiva Auditorium

3.1 (18 reviews)
PriceyMusic Venues
Closed • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Tonight we went to see RuPaul's Drag Race World Tour at the Kiva Auditorium at the Albuquerque Convention Center. It it a beautiful facility that is well maintained. Tonight we saw RuPaul's Drag Race World Tour there. We sat in Section 1, Row N, seats 3 and 4. We had to watch most of the show on the big screens, as the set blocked the view from the sides of the stage. We would get glimpses of the performers only when they came to the very front of the stage. We never saw the Time Machine that the performers stepped out of! The fan shape of the Auditorium is very wide and the outer seats deprive the patrons of getting their money's worth, being able to see the live show without obstruction. When we bought these tickets last March, 6 months ago, we did not get to pick our actual seats, we were assigned them randomly and then e-mailed our tickets to print or be scanned. The show was fun to watch, but would have liked to have seen more of the action, and not a fraction of it.

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This is such an awesome venue for concerts of all genre. Last year 2023, I saw Christian rock singer Zach Williams. I was in the first row (AA) on the end seats. It was such an awesome show. The security were all very chill, at the end of the show, they didn't block anybody that were from an another section and let them come to the front.

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3 years ago

This was a very intimate and enjoyable place to see your favorite artists. My only negative comment would be the 20.00 to park.

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3 years ago

Nice staff. Lady at the metal detector let me hide my vape from my mom. (I'm overage I just don't want to disappoint my mother)

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4 years ago

venue is nice enough trying to park is ridiculous only one lane into parking garage and leaving is a nightmare.

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The Smoky Note

3.7(24 reviews)
2.2 mi•Nob Hill

I was surprised to find the upstairs bar at The Smoky Note nearly empty at 10:30 on a Friday…read morenight... then we learned we were early! More folks trickled in while we enjoyed our first drinks, and by midnight the whole room was lively. We appreciated the bartender's attention when it wasn't busy. He walked us through the menu, making recommendations and steering me away from an allergen (pineapple). The menu includes a page of craft cocktails for $16 each, which seems reasonable since the place is rather classy and they use quality ingredients. We ended up trying several menu items, then asked the bartender what he really likes to make; we ended up with a special old-fashioned and the best margarita I've ever tasted. We were also given a small tray of snacks--a few nuts, olives, and chips--which I believe was complimentary. Even when it got busy later, the staff kept up and took care of everyone. The atmosphere is nice but welcoming; we were dressed casually after a day of sightseeing but didn't feel out of place. We found street parking easily (around the corner on Bryn Mawr). It's a fun neighborhood too; we came back the next day to check out the shops and such. Check it out!

This was probably my favorite cocktail I tried in town- fun, unique and tasty. The space itself is…read morepretty, and very instagrammable- so much so there was some kind of a photoshoot going on while we were there which was awkward. Not sure if that's something they schedule to happen during business hours or if the folks just showed up and did it. Someone came in with the photoshoot folks and swapped over the background display on the back wall and turned on laser lights and the vibe became weirdly clubby for a chill early night spot. Besides these quirks, a fun spot for out of towners to stop in for, chat, get a tasty drink and recommendations for other fun stops.

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4.7(36 reviews)
0.3 mi•Downtown
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Great venue. Glad they allow people to dance and be happy!…read moreParking is convenient. Not a fan of cocktails in a can but.

All the years I've lived in this city and I've never once stepped foot in this place. Though I've…read morepassed and gandered and the place many times I guess I always missed the fun surprises inside. Long story short as I was scrolling through the feed on that blue app I saw an ad for a horror themed circus that promised extra fright. Curiously I pondered at the date and thought why the heck not. Then as I looked at the website I discovered it was being hosted right at the Kimo. The light bulb in my head clicked on and I thought let me see if a friend wants to join so I can make a better decision. Needless to say I waited to buy a ticket. Why you ask? Well Ill be honest I wasn't quite sure at the time. Then fast forward to last weekend and the same ad appeared with a beautiful promotion setting a price I just couldn't refuse. I just knew I had to go. My friend canceled on me but that was ok because when I stepped through those door it was a refreshing experience. I couldn't help but get lost in its great grandeur. As I entered the seating area I looked around and the vibe had me so excited. The show was phenomenal. I had a really great time. I'm so glad I went. Not only did I get to see the inside of this place for the first time but I got to experience a show here which made it so much more special. I look forward to returning for the next show here!

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