Park News
Announcements, park closures, or construction from Albuquerque Parks.
City Indoor Turf Field Home in Albuquerque Following Temporary Location during COVID
City partners with EXPO New Mexico to benefit Community, State
Take Me Out to Los Altos
Sports tourism anchor will bring tournaments, revitalization to area as Phase I renovations to park are completed.
City Extends Sprinkler Play for Families Due to Heat Wave
Parks and Rec offers sprinkler play at designated parks throughout the city to help ease the triple digit heat
Parks and Recreation Announces Weekend ‘Operation Cooldown’
City extends splashpad hours, discounts pool fees, offers sprinkler runs and other resources.
Barks and Recreation: City Plans to Double the Number of Accessible Dog Parks
Parks and Recreation Department announces the expansion of the dog park system with new mini dog parks, standard dog parks and future potential locations.
City Announces Freedom Fourth Event and Fire Safety
City Officials Announce details for the annual Freedom Fourth celebration and firework safety tips amid drought season
City Celebrates the Reopening of Barelas Park
Parks and Recreation Department holds ribbon cutting to reveal new renovations to historic Barelas Park
West Mesa Aquatic Center Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Center opens for 2023 season with many facility.
Splash into Summer at a City Pool
Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Department announces pool schedule for the 2023 summer season
Bennie Hargrove Memorialized with Park Dedication
City Announces Renaming of Washington Middle School Park to Bennie J Hargrove Park
Albuquerque Parks Rank 23rd in Nation
ABQ parks rise 11 spots to crack top 25 among America’s 100 largest cities
Splashing into Westgate: Construction Underway on Phase II
Community Center expansion adds a splash pad, warming kitchen, classrooms, and more.
Parks across the City get Upgraded Hydration Stations
New hand washing and bottle filling stations make parks easier to use, encourage sustainability
Water Safety on the Rio Grande
City and State officials discuss water safety and education as rising temperatures melt snow and cause increasing river flow rates in the Duke City.
Serving Up World Records at Manzano Mesa Pickleball Courts
City hosts world record attempt of 48 pickleball games in 48 states in less than 48 days
National Arbor Day 2023: Let’s Plant Trees!
City highlights the role of trees for Downtown beauty, economic benefits, and climate resilience.
Hubbell Dam expansion survey
Public survey regarding proposed Hubbell Dam expansion and Hubbell Oxbow Farm improvements
City Not Pursuing Elena Gallegos Education Center
Parks and Recreation brings closure to project, advances other Open Space priorities.
Parks Promote Pickleball Projects
Parks and Recreation Department plans to increase and improve pickleball courts and facilities across the city to meet demand for the nation’s fastest growing sport.
Albuquerque Scores High for Expanding Parks and Access to Green Spaces
2022 ParkScore Index shows Albuquerque making strides
Phil Chacon Park Closes for Major Renovations
Parks and Recreation Department Announces First Phase of Improvements for Park.
City Acquires Two More Properties in Tijeras Arroyo Biological Zone
33 acres in the Tijeras Arroyo BioZone include site for new education center and trailhead
Parks & Recreation Serves Up New Tennis Courts at Wellesley Park
Newly resurfaced Wellesley Tennis Courts bring color to the popular sport
Paving the Way to the 50th Balloon Fiesta
City using new paving equipment to fill 300 cracks on bike trails ahead of Balloon Fiesta
Riding in to New Projects
Parks and Recreation simultaneously completes Copper Multi-Use Trail and launches new trail project along 2nd Street/Alameda Drain.
City Plans to Bring Namesake Submarine Home
Online form available for public input on future location available for residents.
Seven Outdoor Pools Extend Summer Hours
City of Albuquerque outdoor pools are staying open through Labor Day Weekend 2022.
