Summer Food Service Program for Children
The Food Service Program for Children provides meals at City community centers, parks, schools, apartment complexes, public housing, churches, and at non-profit organizations during the summer.
2025 Summer Food Service Program
Please note that dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Please check this page regularly for the most up-to-date information.
Locations, Dates, Times, and Menus
- Meals served Monday through Friday at various times.
- There is no meal service on Juneteenth, June 19, and Independence day, July 4.
- Meals will be served at each site for one hour on a first-come, first-served basis.
- View the Summer Breakfast Menu and Lunch Menu!
- Food distribution at local park locations begins June 4 and will end on July 25th.
- Food distribution at CABQ community centers begin June 9.
- PDF Site Listing
Program Rules
- Children must be present and between the ages of 1–18 to receive a meal
- All meals will be served on a first-come, first-served basis
- Must receive entire meal, including milk
- Each child will receive one meal
- Meals will not be given to adults without child present
- Children must eat their meal at the site. Meals cannot be taken off site.
- Clean up your area when you are done
- Respect others around you and have FUN!
Note: The City of Albuquerque program is separate from meals administered at sites in unincorporated Bernalillo County. To find a meal site outside the city limits, visit Bernalillo County's website.
Summer Meals Volunteer Opportunities
We are looking for volunteers to facilitate summer meals at park locations across Albuquerque. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, visit our Volunteer Opportunity Page.
2025 Summer Meal Sites
Data is current as of April 25, 2025. All Parks locations will end summer lunch on July 25th, 2025. Sites are subject to change.
Locations marked with an *asterisk include APS Story Time In the Park.
View a PDF with Locations & Times
Lunch Starting June 2
| Meal Site | Address | Breakfast Time | Lunch Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque Sign Language Academy | 225 Griegos NW | 8:00-8:30 | 11:30-12:30 |
| First Fruit Christian Academy | 500 Oliver Dr. NW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 |
Lunch Starting June 3
| Meal Site | Address | Breakfast Time | Lunch Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABQ Childrens Academy | 9924 Menaul Blvd NE | 9:00-9:30 | 12:00-1:00 |
| Central & Unser Library | 8081 Central Ave. NW | 11:30-1:00 (Tuesdays only) | |
| Christina Duncan Charter | 1900 Atrisco NW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 |
| Legacy Church | 7201 Central Ave NW | 8:15-9:00 | 12:00-1:00 |
| Mountain Mohogany Comm | 5014 4th St NW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:00-12:00 |
| YMCA St. Pauls Church | 9500 Constitution NE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 |
Lunch Starting Wednesday, June 4 - *Story Time In the Park
| Meal Site | Address | Lunch Time |
|---|---|---|
| *4-H Park | Indian School & Prospect NW | 11:00-12:30 |
| *Alamosa Park | Sunset Gardens & Bataan SW | 11:00-12:30 |
| Avalon Park | 90th & Starboard NW | 11:30-1:00 |
| *Aztec Park | Moon & Headingly NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Bennie Aragon Park | 1215 Cerrilos Rd SW | 11:30 - 1:00 |
| Burton Park | Carlisle & Kathryn SE | 11:30-1:00 |
| *Chelwood Park | Nakomis & Fruit NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Conchas Park | Claremont & Parsifal NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Desert Springs Park | 7627 Blue Avena Ave SW | 11:30-1:00 |
| El Ranch Atrisco Park |
2720 Ladera NW | Noon-1:00 |
| *Grisham Park | Veranda & Hoyle NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| *Jade Park | San Francisco & Ray NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Lynnewood Park | Nakomis & Los Arboles NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Marquez Park (KAFB) | Pennsylvania & Gibson SE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Martineztown North Park | Edith & McKnight NE | 11:00-12:30 |
| *Montgomery Park | San Mateo & Ponderosa NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| *Pat Hurley Upper Park | 5035 Bluewater Rd NW | 11:30-1:00 |
| *Phil Chacon Park | 7600 Southern SE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Quigley Park | Claremont Pl & San Pedro NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| *Sandia Vista Park | Chico & Jane NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Sister Cities Park | McKinney & Harper NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Sun Plaza Apts. | 4400 Montgomery NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Sun Point Park Apts. | 4057 Montgomery NE | 11:30-1:00 |
| Tierra West Mobile Home Park | 224 Atrisco Vista Blvd SW | 11:30-1:00 |
| *Tiguex Park | 19th St. & Mountain NW | 11:00-12:30 |
| Tingley Fields Park | 913 Atlantic SW | 11:00-1:00 |
| *Tower Park | 86th & Tower SW | 11:30-1:00 |
| Villa Hermosa Apartments | 2600 Americare Ct. NW | 11:30-1:00 |
| *Westgate Community Park | Cartagena & Valley View SW | 11:00-12:30 |
| Wilson Park | San Pedro & Anderson | 11:30-1:00 |
Lunch Starting June 5
| Meal Site | Address | Lunch Time |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Ghost Catholic School | 6201 Ross SE | 11:30-12:30 |
Lunch Starting Monday, June 9
| Meal Site | Address | Breakfast Time | Lunch Time | Breakfast Start Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alamosa CC | 6900 Gonzales Rd, SW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Barelas CC | 801 Barelas SW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Cesar Chavez CC | 7505 Kathryn SE | 8:00-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Dennis Chavez CC | 715 Kathryn SE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Griegos Elementary Play + | 4040 San Isidro NW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Heights CC | 823 Buena Vista SE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Herman Sanchez CC | 1830 Williams SE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Hiland Theatre | 4604 Central Ave SE | 1:00-1:30 | ||
| Holiday Park CC | 11710 Comanche NE | 8:00-8:00 | 12:00-1:00 | June 10 |
| Jeanne Bellamah Shelter Ctr | 11516 Summer NE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Loma Linda CC | 1700 Yale SE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Los Duranes CC | 2920 Leopoldo NW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Manzano Mesa Youth Program | 501 Elizabeth SE | 8:00-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| McKinley CC | 3401 Monroe NE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Mesa Verde CC | 7900 Marquette NE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Native American Comm Academy | 1000 Indian School Rd NW | 8:00-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Painted Sky Play + | 8101 Gavin Rd NW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Rennaluz Juarez Shelter Center | 1110 Quincy SE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Singing Arrow Comm Center | 13200 Wenonah Ave SE | 8:00-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Snow Park Shelter Center | 9501 Indian School Rd NE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Taylor Ranch CC | 4900 Kachina NW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Thomas Bell CC | 3001 University SE | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Wells Park CC | 500 Rosemont Ave NW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| West Mesa CC | 5500 Glenrio NW | 8:15-8:45 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
| Westgate CC | 10001 De Vargas RD SW | 8:30-9:00 | 11:30-12:30 | June 10 |
Starting June 10
| Meal Site | Address | Lunch Time |
|---|---|---|
| Central & Unser Library | 8081 Central Ave. NW | 11:30-1:00 (Tuesdays Only) |
Lunch Starting June 23
| Meal Site | Address | Lunch Time |
|---|---|---|
| Valley High School | 1505 Candelaria Rd NW | 11:30-12:30 |
Lunch Starting July 14
| Meal Site | Address | Lunch Time |
|---|---|---|
| West Mesa High School (APD JR) | 6701 Fortuna NW | 11:30-12:30 |
Map: Free Lunch Locations 2025
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