Parks & Recreation Upcoming Events
View upcoming events from the Parks and Recreation Department.
New Visions of the Natural World, the Albuquerque Abstract Artists Alliance is happy to introduce Collage Workshop!
Jul 25, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
— Open Space Visitor Center
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A Free collage workshop!
Summer Adventure: Stand Up Paddleboarding (Ages 11-14)
Jul 27, 2026 from 07:30 AM to 04:30 PM
— Building K
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Have you ever wanted to try Stand up Paddle Boarding? Join Outdoor Adventure for a day on the water for a Summer Adventure Stand Up Paddle Boarding.
Summer Adventure: Stand Up Paddleboarding (Ages 11-14)
Aug 03, 2026 from 07:30 AM to 04:30 PM
— Building K
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Have you ever wanted to try Stand up Paddle Boarding? Join Outdoor Adventure for a day on the water for a Summer Adventure Stand Up Paddle Boarding.
NM Art League presents: Engaging with the Natural and Human Community!
Aug 08, 2026
02:00 PM
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Sep 26, 2026
04:00 PM
— Open Space Visitor Center
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Join the Open Space Visitor Center as we welcome this beautifully crafted art exhibit in the East Gallery.
Engaging with the Natural and Human Community Presents: A Live Painting Demonstration!
Aug 14, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM
— Open Space Visitor Center
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This demonstration provides a unique opportunity to observe a skilled artist at work while gaining a deeper understanding of the creative process behind landscape painting.
Family Nature Club: In a Flash (all ages)
Aug 15, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
— Tingley Beach
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Join an Open Space educator for a family-friendly hike and engage in hands-on learning together as a family, listen to natural history fun facts, enjoy storytelling, and seek out wildlife.
Engaging with the Natural and Human Community Presents: An art Workshop for Teens!
Aug 15, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM
— Open Space Visitor Center
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Join Susan E. Roden, instructor at the New Mexico Art League, for an engaging art demonstration created especially for teens.
Pop Up Repair Clinic - International District Library
Aug 19, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM
— International District Library
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Esperanza Bicycle Safety Education Center provides hands-on bicycle safety education.
Engaging with the Natural and Human Community Presents: Encaustic Wax Art Demonstration with Carolyn Berry!
Aug 22, 2026 from 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM
— Open Space Visitor Center
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Carolyn Berry will present a demonstration exploring the history and basics of using with encaustic wax as an art medium. Using thin papers and collage images, she will create a sample art piece and discuss design strategies with attention to safety in working with hot wax, fusing skills and the unique properties of encaustic wax.
Family Nature Club: Exploring Elena (all ages)
Sep 05, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
— Elena Gallegos Open Space
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Join an Open Space educator for a family-friendly hike and engage in hands-on learning together as a family, listen to natural history fun facts, enjoy storytelling, and seek out wildlife.