Independence Day Holiday Information: 2025
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Buses, Animal Shelters except for the admissions desk and reclaims, City offices, community and child development centers, libraries, senior meal sites, and youth summer meals are closed in observance Independence Day. Please see below for a complete list and details.
ABQ RIDE & Sun Van
No bus service July 4 - ABQ RIDE Customer Service is open 365 days a year and will be available to answer your calls from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 4. The Alvarado Transportation Center lobby will be closed to the public. Regular bus service resumes on Friday, July 5, 2024.
Animal Shelters
Eastside & Westside Shelters closed July 4, admissions desk & reclaims remain open July 4
Childhood Development Centers
Early Head Start & Pre-K closed July 4
City Offices
Most City Offices closed July 4
Community Centers
Golf & Event Center at Balloon Fiesta Park
Health & Social Service Centers
KiMo Theatre
Business & ticket offices closed July 4
Libraries
Open Space Visitors Center
Senior Centers
Senior, Multigenerational & 50+ Sports & Fitness Centers closed July 4
Senior Meal Sites
Shooting Range Park
Summer Meals for Children
Swimming Pools
Close at 5 p.m. on July 4 Cesar Chavez and Wells Park Spray Pads Closed all day
Tennis Facilities
311, trash pickup, pools, golf courses, the ABQ BioPark, and museums are all open and operational on Independence Day. Please see below for a complete list and details.
311 Community Contact Center
- Report illegal fireworks anytime online
- Report issues anytime on the ABQ311 app.
- Call center special hours are:
- July 2 & 3: 6 a.m. to midnight
- July 4: Closed 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., Open 3 p.m. to midnight
- July 5: 6 a.m. to midnight
- July 6: Open Regular Hours
Airport
Albuquerque International Sunport open July 4
Albuquerque BioPark
Aquarium, Botanic Garden, Tingley Beach, & Zoo open July 4
Albuquerque Museum
Balloon Museum
Golf Courses
Swimming Pools
Close at 5 p.m. July 4, Cesar Chavez and Wells Park Spray Pads Closed all day
Tennis Facilities
Trash & Recycling
Trash will be collected July 4
Trash Drop Off
Freedom 4th at Balloon Fiesta Park
July 4, 3-10 p.m.
Celebrate our country's Independence Day with the brightest firework show in the state, food, local beer in The Cantina, and children activities during a free, family-friendly event!
Entertainment Schedule
- 3 p.m. Gates Open
- 4 p.m. The Danny Duran Band
- 5:15 p.m. La Ansiedad Norteña
- 6:30 p.m. Michael Moxey and The Easy Sinners
- 7:30 p.m. 4th of July Ceremony
- 7:45 p.m. Hunter Hayes
- 9:15 p.m. Fireworks
Two Park & Ride locations will provide free bus service to and from the celebration. All parking at Balloon Fiesta Park is $10 per vehicle.
View more information about the Freedom Fourth event.
Stars and Stripes Skate Jam at North Domingo Baca Skate Park
July 4, 6-10 p.m.
Celebrate Independence Day with a thrilling mix of skateboarding, music, and patriotic vibes at the Stars and Stripes Skate Jam! It’s a day for the community to come together and enjoy.
Whether you're landing tricks or cheering on the sidelines, this event is all about good vibes and great company. Bring your board, your friends, and your patriotic spirit to make this 4th of July unforgettable!
Firework Safety
Follow Albuquerque Fire Rescue's firework safety tips and rules.
Pet Safety
View tips to protect pets from potential harm during the Fourth of July festivities.
Report Illegal Fireworks
Report illegal fireworks in your neighborhood with online firework reporting, on the ABQ311 mobile app, or by calling 311. Please provide the exact address you are reporting when possible. For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergency police calls, call 505-242-COPS (2677).