Park News

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.

Diving Into Summer

City opens pools offer to help residents beat the heat and learn water safety

City Reactivating Park Activation Program

City offers partnerships, sponsorships to community groups to encourage programs at local parks

District Eight City Parks Get Major Improvements

Upgrades at High Desert Park, Lynnewood Park feature new playgrounds, sport facilities, amenities, and increased accessibility

Tree Planting Efforts In Full Bloom

City Unveils New Phase of “Let’s Plant Albuquerque” Campaign

Study Explores Trail to Connect East and West Downtown

Multi-use trail would connect to Rail Trail and existing trail network; increase recreation, support small businesses and economic development

Reimagining Barelas Park

Enhancements will provide increased access to communities and revitalize historic area

City Continues Significant Investments in Park Safety and Security

Security staff, along with $800,000 in park infrastructure improvements will improve accessibility and comfort.

City Invests Nearly $800,000 More Into Park Safety

New lighting, security measures make parks safer for families

City Opens Second Location for Free Bike Shop

Esperanza Bike Shop and Education Center will soon open on Albuquerque’s east side

Los Altos Pool has reopened

City Makes Improvements at Vista del Norte Park in Time for Balloon Fiesta

First phase nearly doubles area of popular landing site for balloonists, recreational sports

City Rolls Out Therapeutic Nature Kits for Youth

EcoCare Kits aim to connect foster children to the healing qualities of nature

CABQ and Native American Leaders Host Albuquerque Indian School Cemetery Acknowledgement

City makes acknowledgement and apology as step towards reconciliation, takes up community recommendations including additional input, non-invasive archeological techniques

City Publishes Report from First 4H Park Stakeholder Meeting

City Begins Public Input Sessions for Former Poole Property

Tours, listening sessions and more planned at the newly protected open space

Albuquerque Wraps Up 2021 USAC Masters Road National Championships

After successful cycling event, Albuquerque gears up to host again in 2022

Neighborhood Park Activate Program Accepting Applications

Initiative provides funding to bring arts, culture and educational events to City parks

7/30/2021 - Sierra Vista Pool Closure

Pool will be closed Friday, July 30 for maintenance.

Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Lands in Top 10 Among Large U.S. Cities

City receives high marks in new report, shows investment in parks facilities paying off

Open Space newsletter July/August 2021

Please enjoy our quarterly newsletter for staff updates, great stories from our volunteers, upcoming volunteer opportunities, new Duende onions, news from the Open Space Alliance and much more.