Albuquerque, NM – June 8, 2026 – The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) is pleased to announce “Avanyu Nights: Music in the Plaza,” taking place on June 20 and sponsored by the 19 Pueblos District. This free event will take place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. in Avanyu Plaza, across the street from IPCC.
The main event of the night will be live music from local pop-rock band Red Light Cameras, who will be bringing their high-energy, catchy songs to the Plaza. Attendees can also enjoy a beer garden and a community car show from the Albuquerque Classic Car & Truck Club with over 75 classic cars on display. There will also be concessions from 12th Street Tavern available, and restaurants in the Plaza will be open for both dine-in and takeout throughout the event.
"Avanyu Nights represents what Avanyu Plaza is all about—community, culture, and connection,” said Vice President of Property Management Skyler Sargent. “We’re excited to welcome guests into our shared space and create an engaging experience that supports our retail partners and celebrates the energy of our property."
For more information on this event, please contact Marianne Billy.
About Avanyu Plaza:
Avanyu Plaza is a lively business and cultural corridor on 12th Street just north of I-40 and across from the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. Owned by the 19 Pueblos of New Mexico, Avanyu Plaza reflects a longstanding vision to create economic and employment opportunities for Pueblo communities, local neighborhoods, and the City of Albuquerque.
The Plaza is home to a number of vibrant businesses, including ones that are owned by Indian Pueblos Marketing Inc (IPMI). These businesses include Rainwater Wellness Day Spa, 12th Street Tavern, Itality Plant Based Foods, and the only Native-owned Starbucks in New Mexico.