Parks & Recreation Upcoming Events
View upcoming events from the Parks and Recreation Department.
Havaa tum, ghul jaana, kho jaana, mil jaana Lecture and Artist Talk
May 08, 2026 from 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM
— Open Space Visitor Center
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This artist talk is centered around the creation of the project, exploring themes of wind ecology, anti-colonial methodologies, embodied field research and relational ontology.
Join us for a free lecture, Acequias of Albuquerque: Walking Ancient Waterways, with Joyce Salisbury and Kim Hafermalz.
May 09, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM
— Open Space Visitor Center
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Discover the hidden waterways beneath our feet! Join us for a free lecture, Acequias of Albuquerque: Walking Ancient Waterways, with Joyce Salisbury and Kim Hafermalz. Learn how these historic irrigation systems shaped Albuquerque’s landscape, culture, and communities, and why they still matter today. This engaging talk brings history to life and invites you to see the city through the flow of its ancient waters.
Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Identity Native Plants (ages 18+)
May 09, 2026 from 01:30 PM to 03:00 PM
— Rudolfo North Valley Library
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Play like a grown-up and join us for classes that introduce the basic principles of various outdoor activities.
Pop Up Repair Clinic - Rudolfo Anaya North Valley Public Library
May 13, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM
— Rudolfo Anaya North Valley Public Library
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Esperanza Bicycle Safety Education Center provides hands-on bicycle safety education.
Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators (ages 0-6)
May 13, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
— South Valley Public Library
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Join an Open Space Educator with your little one at an Albuquerque Public Library and have fun together making discoveries about the natural world with hands-on science, story time, and an art project.
Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch
May 16, 2026 from 07:30 AM to 09:30 AM
— Elena Gallegos Open Space | Double Shelter
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Join staff and volunteer experts and explore various Open Space properties and experience all that your public lands have to offer.
Bosque Adventure Hike!
May 16, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM
— Open Space Visitor Center
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Join us for a free, family-friendly hike and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors together!
Foothills Wild Guided Hike
May 17, 2026 from 08:30 AM to 10:30 AM
— Elena Gallegos | Cottonwood Spring Trailhead
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Come learn about the local flora and fauna in the Sandia Mountains.
Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators (ages 0-6)
May 20, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
— Central & Unser Public Library
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Join an Open Space Educator with your little one at an Albuquerque Public Library and have fun together making discoveries about the natural world with hands-on science, story time, and an art project.
Esteban and Esteban Jr. Nature Collective
May 23, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM
— Open Space Visitor Center
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Join the Office of African American Affairs at the Open Space Visitor Center for a guided hike experience.