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Lilith Stargazer Presents: Ballroom Lessons
Thursday April 17th
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Karaoke with Simone
Thursday April 17th
Join Simone every first and third Thursday for karaoke!
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
RuPaul's Drag Race Viewing Party
Friday April 18th
Every Friday
ARE YOU READY FOR SEASON 17?! Join ViLette Stratton every Friday starting on the 3rd of January for Rupauls Drag Race Viewing Party! tons of entertainment and wonderful spotlight performers.
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Easter Glow Show
Friday April 18th
The Easter Glow Bunny is on his way to Sidewinders April 18th!! It's time to get your glow on and celebrate the holiday weekend with a dance party featuring DJ The Collective on the bar side! And a "Hopping" Show in the Cabaret Hosted by Madam Sucia 2025 ViLette Stratton! Along with an amazing cast! Doors at 9 PM Show at 10 PM $10 Cover
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Inner Demons
Saturday April 19th
Ms. NMGRA Presents - Inner Demons A Charity Show for NMGRA hosted by Tanisha Jones and featuring an amazing cast. Can't wait to see you April 19th at 3 PM!
03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Divas Latinas
Saturday April 19th
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
420 Bingo
Sunday April 20th
This 420 Sidewinders Bar and Grill Sidewinders is the place to be! Michael Lynn Hertz and his amazing cast are ready to give away some fantastic prizes, so come play some 420 Bingo and enjoy a show! With Prizes from Smoke Palace and Elements Dispensary! With Performances by Indica Von Skeleton Sunny Marmalade Tanisha T. Jones ViLette Stratton and more! $5 Suggested Cover in the Cabaret
03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Sunday Funday Dance Night
Sunday April 20th
Every Sunday
Join us every Sunday night! Featuring DJ Kuwani! 9pm - NO COVER
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Poly Meet- Up
Monday April 21st
Monthly on every third Monday
Come and meet people in the Poly community! Meeting in the cabaret, for a more private experience. Grab some, food, a drink and hang out! Karaoke/game night on the bar side! Every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month! Doors 7pm07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Gayme Night Monday - Charades Tournament
Monday April 21st
Every Monday
Join us for March's tournament “Charades” You have your looks, your pretty face. And Don't Underestimate the Importance of BODY LANGUAGE!!"09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Toby Tuesday
Tuesday April 22nd
Every Tuesday
Join us for a fun night of Karaoke, delicious Cocktails and a wide selection of mocktails! With your host Michael Lynn Herts and KJ Papas you’re bound to have a good time!!!
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Wednesday Karaoke with Sunny Marmalade
Wednesday April 23rd
Every Wednesday
Join us on Wednesday for karaoke featuring our new KJ Sunny Marmalade!
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Lilith Stargazer Presents: Ballroom Lessons
Thursday April 24th
Every Thursday
Seeking a safe and inclusive space to learn Ballroom Dancing? Lilith Stargazer offers classes every Thursday at Sidewinders! $10 per class. This month's classes she will be teaching the Waltz! Class starts at 6 PM and it's open to everyone!06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Royal Karaoke
Thursday April 24th
Monthly on every last Thursday
Join us for Karaoke with Royal!
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Saints Ball: On Repeat
Friday April 25th
LET’S BRING IT BACK, Y’ALL Saints Ball: On Repeat is celebrating over 6 years of the most kickass, alternative drag in Albuquerque. On Friday, 4/25/25, we are reinterpreting some of our favorite themes we’ve done and bringing back some of your crowd favorites! Whether you were enchanted by our botanical beauties for Bloom Core or you want to revisit the dance floor at Studio 69, get ready to get revamped and come back better than before! Feel free to dress in your favorite Saints Ball inspired look and let’s celebrate all of the stunts of years past and future! $10 Cover 10PM Showtime
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Make Me Blush
Wednesday April 30th
Need Help learning The basics of drag makeup? Ever wanted to watch a drag entertainer paint their face? Looking for Tips and tricks? Sidewinder is the place the last Wednesday of every month! Come watch a local drag performer do their makeup and paint along! These entertainers will be taking you step by step through their makeup application process and answer any questions you may have. For this class in February We will be focusing on drag kings BUT we will still offer basic skill tips like blending, contour, eyelashes, winged eye, cat eye,cut crease etc. You must bring your own kit and supplies. Things you will need: •Makeup sponges (beauty blender) •Makeup brushes •Foundation •Glue stick •Cream contour •Powder contour •Blush •Setting powder •Highlighter •liquid eyeliner •pencil eyeliner-black, white •Eyeshadow-blacks, browns and a fun color! •Eyelashes •Eyelash glue •lip liner •lip color
08:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Karaoke with Simone
Thursday May 1st
Monthly on every first Thursday
Join Simone every first and third Thursday for karaoke!
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
May The 4th With Be With You!
Sunday May 4th
Your favorite star wars character and any song you want to do. May the 4th is a sacred holiday. This is the way... this is the only way... to slay. May the 4th be with you!
03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Poly Meet-Up
Monday May 5th
Monthly on every first Monday
Come and meet people in the Poly community! Meeting in the cabaret, for a more private experience. Grab some, food, a drink and hang out! Karaoke/game night on the bar side! Every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month!
07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Missy Venture Presents: Burlesque For All Class
Thursday May 8th
Monthly on every second Thursday
Join missy Venture at sidewinders Bar and grill for one of the most exciting classes Sidewinders has to offer! Every Second Thursday of the Month Learn the History of Burlesque for Male and female entertainers. Missy teaches everything from Basics to chair dancing, fan dancing and so much more!!!
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Royal Karaoke
Thursday May 8th
Monthly on every second Thursday
Join us for Karaoke with Royal!
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Mother's Day
Sunday May 11th
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
Karaoke with Simone
Thursday May 15th
Monthly on every third Thursday
Join Simone every first and third Thursday for karaoke!
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
Sandia Pageant
Friday May 16th
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
ONYX Gear Night - Kum and Glow
Saturday May 17th
Onyx Gear Night - Kum & Glo Gear: Blacklight Dance Party • NO COVER Saturday, May 17th! We dance!! Onyx is taking over, turning the evening into a blacklight party. Come painted, dressed, or geared in your best blacklight reactive wear. Join us as we dance and celebrate each other and our uniqueness!! As always, gear is not required for this event, but is encouraged. Come find out what ONYX is all about at our monthly gear night at Sidewinders S4200, ABQ Eagle. Saturday, May 18th starting at 9PM. Onyx Gear Night @ Sidewinders ABQ Eagle Don't forget the other entertainment you’ll experience: • DJ Kuwani - House music and dance. • Kink/BDSM Demo/Tastings - Various types • Vendors: Gearworks & NM Custom Leather - Gift yourself as victor with leather & kink. • Backroom Videos including Leather & Kink Trivia on all the TVs (X-/R+)! • Bartender specials and food from the Grill! ONYX brothers invite you out to our monthly Bar Night at Sidewinders Bar and Grill. And while we enjoy the leather and kink life, education and mentorship is at the heart of what we do. Spend time with Onyx and friends while you experience & learn about the fun leather & kink communities! Any type of leather, fetish, pup, furry gear, etc., is encouraged. Street clothes are fine too! This event is open to the entire kink and leather communities and those that want to explore -- come out in gear of any kind (bar legal) or casual to experience and learn more about leather and kink. We welcome all sexualities, all gender expressions, all kink and fetish interests (that are bar legal/appropriate). FREE PARKING • DRINK & SHOT SPECIALS • NO COVER FOOD MENU AVAILABLE • INDOOR-OUTDOOR SEATING 9:00 pm to Closing (Mountain Time) Sidewinders S4200 & ABQ Eagle, 4200 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
09:00 PM - 02:00 AM
National Bourbon Day
Saturday June 14th
Join us on National Bourbon Day! June 14th - Sit back, relax and sip on your favorite bourbon!
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
Father's Day
Sunday June 15th
Treat your dad and join us for Father's Day!
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
National Martini Day
Thursday June 19th
In case you needed an excuse, join us for National Martini Day June 19th!
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
National Onion Rings Day
Sunday June 22nd
Today you need to upgrade your side because it's National Onion Ring Day! Come grab some rings!
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
4th Of July
Friday July 4th
We're open on the 4th so come celebrate with us!
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
National Fried Chicken Day
Sunday July 6th
Join us on July 6th for National Fried Chicken Day and chow down!
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
National Dive Bar Day
Monday July 7th
It's National Dive Bar Day! As if we needed a holiday! Either way come join us for a drink!
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
National Pina Colada Day
Thursday July 10th
Join us on National Pina Colada Day (July 10th) and grab an icy cold one!
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
National French Fry Day
Friday July 11th
Join us on National French Fry Day July 12th and grab a bite (with a side of fries)!
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
National Mojito Day
Friday July 11th
Grab a cold refreshing Mojito because it's National Mojito Day!
11:00 AM - 02:00 AM
National Mac and Cheese Day
Monday July 14th
Mac Attack! Come down and get your mac on for National Mac n' Cheese Day July 14th!