KiMo Theatre

KiMo Theatre In the heart of Downtown Albuquerque stands a majestic and historic theater unlike any other. Enjoy https://abqtickets.com/
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AMP Concerts presents! This weekend on Saturday, August 23 at 7:30 pm, Levi Platero and Chris Dracup: Funk of the West w...
08/18/2025

AMP Concerts presents!

This weekend on Saturday, August 23 at 7:30 pm, Levi Platero and Chris Dracup: Funk of the West will perform at the KiMo Theatre. The two local favorites will fill the historic theater with their individual blues styles and electric live performances. Get your tickets today to join the audience and enjoy a night of live music with AMP Concerts!

Purchase your tickets online at the link. https://ow.ly/UH1c50WGONo

It’s almost time! “Michael Martin Murphey's 50th Anniversary of Wildfire” is coming to the KiMo Theatre tomorrow, Sunda...
08/16/2025

It’s almost time!

“Michael Martin Murphey's 50th Anniversary of Wildfire” is coming to the KiMo Theatre tomorrow, Sunday, August 17. Murphey will take the stage at this historic theater to celebrate a monumental milestone in his career, the 50th anniversary of his classic Pop-Country song, “Wildfire”. Whether you’ve followed him from the very beginning or are discovering his music for the first time, this concert is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It's a celebration of music, life, and legacy, honoring an artist whose career has touched the hearts of millions.

Doors open at 5:30 pm, show begins at 6:30 pm.

Purchase your tickets today at the link. https://ow.ly/HkZC50WGOzV

Date change! Due to scheduling conflicts with the tour’s travel, “Romantic Guitar by Candlelight - Benise & Pavlo” has b...
08/13/2025

Date change!

Due to scheduling conflicts with the tour’s travel, “Romantic Guitar by Candlelight - Benise & Pavlo” has been rescheduled for Friday, November 14 at 7 pm. The concert, featuring world renowned guitar virtuoso and PBS Allstars, Benise and Pavlo, will take audiences on an intimate and romantic journey through fiery Spanish guitar and cool Mediterranean rhythms.
BENISE

Tickets and more information is available at the link. https://tinyurl.com/3a6pfdpj

Tonight at the KiMo Theatre! Lensic 360 presents “Macy Gray: On How Life Is 25th Anniversary Tour” tonight, Tuesday, Aug...
08/12/2025

Tonight at the KiMo Theatre!

Lensic 360 presents “Macy Gray: On How Life Is 25th Anniversary Tour” tonight, Tuesday, August 12 at 7:30 pm. With a unique ability to compose refreshingly candid music that resonates with listeners, Gray brings her vivacious voice and funky spirit to this historic theater for a performance you will not want to miss!

Doors open at 6:30 pm.

This is a sold out show.
Lensic 360 Macy Gray

KiMo Theatre History! In recognition of the KiMo’s architectural and cultural significance, the City of Albuquerque pu...
08/06/2025

KiMo Theatre History!

In recognition of the KiMo’s architectural and cultural significance, the City of Albuquerque purchased the aging movie palace in 1977. Refocusing artistic output towards local theater productions and music concerts, the KiMo steadily regained popularity. In 1981, architect Harvey Hoshour oversaw the renovation of the first floor and restored the exterior to its original appearance. The history of the building played a significant role in restoration efforts. Mission light fixtures on the façade were replicated from old photographs, and the iron thunderbird figures on the lobby’s balcony railings used additional metal provided by the grandson of the balcony’s original craftsman.


City of Albuquerque Saves the KiMo
1977
Albuquerque Museum

Tonight at the KiMo Theatre! It’s finally time for the Buena Vista Orchestra to take the stage at the historic KiMo Thea...
07/27/2025

Tonight at the KiMo Theatre!

It’s finally time for the Buena Vista Orchestra to take the stage at the historic KiMo Theatre. Tonight, Sunday, July 27 at 7:30 pm, join Lensic 360 for a performance by the legendary group full of all their greatest hits and deep-dive cuts. Tickets are almost sold out, get yours while you still can!

Doors open at 6:30 pm.

Purchase your tickets online at the link or in person at the KiMo Theatre Box Office tonight. https://ow.ly/uwyi50Wvvqk

The KiMo Theatre continued to provide a space for more than just movie-goers. Children could attend matinee performances...
07/24/2025

The KiMo Theatre continued to provide a space for more than just movie-goers. Children could attend matinee performances and leave their bicycles on Central Avenue on the curb under the marquee. There was also a coffee shop at street level and Ki-Va restaurant above it, KGGM Radio broadcasted their programs from the second and third floors, with one studio in the theatre lobby.


Milner Studio
KiMo Theatre’s Ki-Va Café
ca. 1938
Albuquerque Museum, museum purchase, 1987 General Obligation Bonds
PA1992.005.295

Just two week away! Lensic 360 presents Buena Vista Orchestra at the KiMo Theatre on Sunday, July 27 at 7:30 pm. The Bue...
07/13/2025

Just two week away!

Lensic 360 presents Buena Vista Orchestra at the KiMo Theatre on Sunday, July 27 at 7:30 pm. The Buena Vista Orchestra, under the direction of Ramos and featuring key players from throughout the history of The Buena Vista Social Club, continued the legacy of the legendary group in 2024 with an exciting new stage production and repertoire pulled from the greatest hits and deep-dive cuts. The group embarked on a massive tour across the USA starting in September 2024, spending three months on the road and playing for thousands of fans new and old.

Get tickets today at the link. https://ow.ly/Su8z50Workn

Tonight!Tonight, Saturday, July 12, you are invited to the KiMo Theatre for a night of entertainment, fashion, and music...
07/12/2025

Tonight!

Tonight, Saturday, July 12, you are invited to the KiMo Theatre for a night of entertainment, fashion, and music for the Grande Rising First Peoples United event. The event will host amazing indigenous musicians, special guests, comedians, and food trucks. Sponsored by BThunder Luxe, all sales will be donated to the Foxfire Indigenous Scholarship Foundation.

Doors at 4 pm. Show starts at 5 pm.

Tickets are still available for purchase at the link. https://ow.ly/C00L50Worb5

On February 3, 1948, the KiMo Theatre hosted the world premiere of “Albuquerque”, a Western movie of twists, turns, and ...
07/09/2025

On February 3, 1948, the KiMo Theatre hosted the world premiere of “Albuquerque”, a Western movie of twists, turns, and betrayal starring Randolph Scott and Gabby Hayes. These two stars attended and spoke on stage at the first public showing of “Albuquerque” at the KiMo Theatre. The film was also screened at the Sunshine Theatre later that same night and the evening showing was repeated for the next five nights. The Bachechi family that opened the KiMo Theatre remained involved. Their relationship with executives at Warner Bros. enabled the KiMo to premiere box office hits like “Casablanca” in January and February 1943.

https://ow.ly/rB3w50WnlKH


Paramount Pictures Co.
Albuquerque Movie Poster
1948
Center for Southwest Research, University Libraries, University of New Mexico ZIM CSWR Pict Colls
PICT 000-311

KiMo Theatre history! In 1918, living standards were improving and the growing power of the labor movement forced a shor...
06/11/2025

KiMo Theatre history!

In 1918, living standards were improving and the growing power of the labor movement forced a shortening of the workday, increasing leisure opportunities such as seeing films and performances at theatres. This changed, however, in the 1930s during the Great Depression. KiMo staff had to entice visitors with extra activities like bingo nights, car giveaways, and film premiers to survive through those tough economic times. Prices reflected this with seats going for 25 cents for adults and 10 cents for children.

For more information on the history of this historic theatre and upcoming events, visit the website. https://tinyurl.com/v4pppz38


A.J. Holder Airbrushing Poster for The Hardys Ride High
1939
Albuquerque Museum, transfer from the City of Albuquerque KiMo Theatre Collection
PA2002.031.002

Join Lensic 360 at the KiMo Theatre tonight! Tonight, Saturday, June 7 is a very special Songs & Stories evening with Ja...
06/08/2025

Join Lensic 360 at the KiMo Theatre tonight!

Tonight, Saturday, June 7 is a very special Songs & Stories evening with James McMurtry, Dave Alvin, and Jimmie Dale Gilmore featuring two full sets: an acoustic “guitar pull” song swap followed by James and his band joined by Dave and Jimmy Dale. Tickets are selling fast, get yours while you still can!

Doors open at 6:30 pm. Show starts at 7:30 pm.

Get tickets online at the link or in person at the Box Office tonight. https://ow.ly/OQ7r50W5Kp1

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KiMo Theatre

In the heart of Downtown Albuquerque stands a majestic and historic landmark unlike any other -- the KiMo Theatre.

About the KiMo

A Pueblo Deco picture palace, the KiMo opened Sept. 19, 1927. It was commissioned by the innovative Oresete Bachechi, who had envisioned a Southwestern style theater for Albuquerque.

Every detail of the theater contains historical significance, making it one the region's most valued cultural gems.