Garden Music
Garden Music | 6-8:30 p.m. | Botanic Garden
Bring the family to enjoy an evening in the Garden. The Shark Reef Cafe will be cooking up delicious food for the perfect picnic on the grass and local bands will provide a dinner soundtrack. Kids can get their face painted and adults with an ID can order a drink from the variety of bars around the Garden. Plan for a relaxing time in one of the city’s most beautiful settings.
Ticket Prices:
NMBPS members 50% off with valid ID.
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2022 Garden Music Dates and Entertainment Schedule
Thursday, June 9 - Red Light Cameras (Garage-Pop)
Red Light Cameras are a show-stopping rock band out of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Lead by powerhouse vocalist, Amanda Machon, this band packs a punch and always has the dance floor moving as fans belt out the lyrics, singing along with one of the best front people you will ever see. The songs are super catchy, the hooks infectious, and the beats will absolutely have you bouncing. It's all the pop you need with some serious garage rock edge to blow you away.
Thursday, June 23 - Alex Maryol (Blues-Rock)
Alex Maryol has matured into a critically-acclaimed alt-blues artist. His vocals exude a sweet grit and, on guitar, Alex is a slow-burn virtuoso whose adept at conjuring muddy Mississippi river blues, gritty indie rock, buttery R&B, and sweat-soaked Chicago-style blues with an unmistakable swagger. Alex has opened for a wide array of artists, including Etta James, G. Love and Special Sauce, Bo Diddley Bonnie Raitt, Lyle Lovett, Leon Russell, Corey Harris, Blues Traveler, and Otis Taylor, among others. He’s also earned the “Best Blues Song” award at the New Mexico’s MIC Awards.
Thursday, July 7 - Nosotros (Latin)
Nosotros is one of the most recognizable Latin bands in the Southwest United States. They have twice been featured on NPR's Alt Latino, twice been named winners in the prestigious John Lennon Songwriting Competition, been awarded 13 New Mexico Music Awards and have shared the stage with some of the biggest names in music. The 9-piece, Latin music powerhouse, seamlessly combines Latin rhythms with elements of rock, salsa, jazz and cumbia creating an original sound that is unmistakably Nosotros. But M.E. Schenck of Hyperactive Music Magazine may have interpreted their sound best by saying “Nosotros’ music is not to be explained, it is to be felt in the pit of our souls.”
Thursday, July 21 - Joseph General & High Vibration (Reggae)
Joseph General & High Vibration is a 6-piece reggae/worldbeat group consisting of members of diverse cultural backgrounds. They are celebrating 12 years making music together in New Mexico! Since 2010, this band has worked hard to promote unity through the power of music! In 2015 and 2016 Joseph General & High Vibration alongside of Soulcialite Productions, won the New Mexico Music Award (NMMA) for Best Reggae Production and picked up another NMMA in 2019 for Best Electronica production. This company of musical talent is composed of some Albuquerque’s top musicians and vocalist who all perform in other successful groups in New Mexico and around the country. They have 2 albums available with a third on the way in the next year. With love and positivity at the heart of the message, Joseph General & High Vibration deliver uplifting sounds to entertain adults and children alike.
Thursday, August 4 - Ivon Ulibarri & Café Mocha (Salsa) - Cancelled
Ivon Ulibarri & Café Mocha are a spicy blend of Latin musical influences that span the globe from New Mexico to the Caribbean, to Old Mexico, and all points Latino therein. The band's sizzling music uplifts the dancers, enchants audiences, captivates the spirit, and uplifts the soul. Ivon's verve and distinctive voice gives identity to the band's signature sound. Their originality is inspired by a penchant for creating Latin and salsa arrangements of popular Mariachi, blues and pop songs, coining their unique style as "Salsariachi".
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Planning Your Visit
Get tickets ahead of time and beat the line. The family can spread out a blanket and grab some dinner from The Shark Reef Café.
Event Details
Guests are welcome to bring chairs, coolers and picnics. Glass containers, alcohol, sports equipment and canopies are prohibited. Pets are not allowed at the ABQ BioPark.
The Aquarium, Heritage Farm, and BUGarium will not be open during Garden Music.
Gates open at 6 p.m.
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