Parks & Recreation Upcoming Events

View upcoming events from the Parks and Recreation Department.

Bosque Wild Guided Hike

Apr 04, 2026 from 08:30 AM to 11:00 AM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us for a stroll in the Bosque!

East Gallery Exhibit Intertwined Detritus by Jane Cornish Smith!

Mar 14, 2026 02:00 PM to Apr 25, 2026 05:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us for the Intertwined Detritus exhibit, it shines a light on challenges facing bodies of water across the globe. Created by artist Jane Cornish Smith, the exhibition underscores how trash and silt threaten the viability and health of community waters.

Nature Unveiled, featuring works by artists Kate Russell and Ioana Villatoro.

Mar 14, 2026 02:00 PM to Apr 14, 2026 04:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us in the West Gallery at the Open Space Visitor Center to experience an extraordinary art exhibition.

A Free Vermicomposting Workshop!

Mar 19, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us for an engaging class on composting—especially vermicomposting (composting with worms). If you’re curious about turning food scraps into nutrient-rich soil naturally, this is a session you won’t want to miss!

Bosque Adventure Hike!

Mar 21, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us for this free family friendly hike!

Splash Into Summer Hiring Event

Mar 21, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM — West Mesa Aquatic Center —

Join us to learn more about aquatics jobs and programs for summer 2026.

Reading Room Rumble: Central and Unser Library

Mar 21, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 05:00 PM — Central and Unser Library Community Room —

Reading Room Rumble is your free local video game tournament hosted by Parks and Recreation! Once a month, we meet in the community room and set up gaming stations for all to enjoy! Parent/Guardian supervision required for ages 12 and under.

Making art from the earth with Kate Russell

Mar 21, 2026 from 12:30 PM to 02:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Kate will guide attendees through the process of observing, collecting, and working with earth-based materials to create unique textures and colors.

OSVC Annual Star Party with The Albuquerque Astronomical Society (TAAS)

Mar 21, 2026 from 06:00 PM to 10:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us for an unforgettable evening under the New Mexico sky at the Open Space Visitor Center’s Annual Star Party! This family-friendly event invites visitors of all ages to explore the wonders of the night sky through guided stargazing, telescopes, and hands-on astronomy experiences guided by local astronomers!

Pump It Up! Bicycle Tire Repair at South Valley Library

Mar 26, 2026 from 04:30 PM to 05:30 PM — South Valley Library —

Esperanza Bicycle Safety Education Center presents a FREE bicycle repair class at South Valley Library. Participants will learn how to fix a flat tire and will receive a free bicycle tire repair kit, so they’ll be prepared with the tools to fix any flats they might get in the future. Limited to 8 participants. Call or stop by the library to register. For ages 5 - 18.