Open Space Events

West Gallery Exhibit, VAST: Under New Mexico Skies by Janet Bothne

Jan 24, 2026 02:00 PM to Mar 07, 2026 04:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Janet Bothne has been “weaving” color into bold, abstract paintings for over two decades. Her artistic journey began early, evolving from realistic works in watercolor, oil, and pastel to fully imaginative abstract paintings in acrylic. This shift allowed her work to flourish, leading her to pursue art full time after a career in graphic design.

East Gallery Exhibits titled: Open Spaces with Richard Davidson, Artist.

Jan 24, 2026 02:00 PM to Mar 07, 2026 04:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

You’re invited to the Open Space Visitor Center for the opening reception of Richard Davidson’s exhibition on January 24, 2026, from 2:00–4:00 PM.

Bosque Wild Guided Hike

Mar 07, 2026 from 08:30 AM to 11:00 AM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us for a stroll in the Bosque!

A Free Composting Class with Worms!

Feb 14, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Learn the secrets of turning food scraps into nutrient-rich soil at our free composting class! Join us at the Open Space Visitor Center to explore the world of vermicomposting—composting with worms—and discover how easy it is to reduce waste, enrich your garden, and support a healthier environment.

Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch

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

Join staff and volunteer experts and explore various Open Space properties and experience all that your public lands have to offer.

A Free Home Composting Basics Class!

Feb 21, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Want to turn your kitchen and yard waste into nutrient-rich soil for your garden? Join us at the Open Space Visitor Center for a hands-on, beginner-friendly composting class! Learn how to reduce waste, enrich your soil, and make your home and garden more sustainable.

Open Space Division Trail Watch Volunteer Training!

Feb 28, 2026 from 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join a team that protects, educates, and inspires responsible trail use.

African Drumming Workshop, Drum, Dance & Storytelling: An African Cultural Experience

Feb 28, 2026 from 02:00 PM to 07:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Join us at the Open Space Visitor Center for an immersive Drum, Dance, and Storytelling Workshop celebrating the rich traditions of West African culture. This interactive experience will bring together rhythm, movement, and ancestral stories to create a vibrant space of learning, connection, and community.

Family Nature Club: Cottonwood Forest Creatures (all ages)

Mar 07, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Candelaria Nature Preserve —

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.

Hands-On Soil Microscopy Exploration

Mar 13, 2026 from 01:00 PM to 05:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Come explore the hidden world beneath your feet with Habitat Farms as they present: Meet the Soil Food

Intro to the Outdoors: Learn to Birdwatch

Mar 14, 2026 from 07:30 AM to 09:30 AM — Embudo Trailhead —

Join staff and volunteer experts and explore various Open Space properties and experience all that your public lands have to offer.

East Gallery Opening Reception for Jane Cornish Smith, artist.

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

Join us for the opening reception of Jane Cornish Smith art exhibit “Intertwined Detritus”.

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.

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!

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 Astronomer's!

Family Nature Club: All About Adaptations (all ages)

Apr 04, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

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.

Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators (ages 0-6)

Apr 09, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — Westgate Heights Public Library —

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

Apr 11, 2026 from 07:30 AM to 09:30 AM — Alameda Open Space —

Join staff and volunteer experts and explore various Open Space properties and experience all that your public lands have to offer.

Learn to Track Wildlife at the OSVC!

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

The tracking workshop will be a hands-on, in-the-field experience open to all ages and skill levels. The session will last approximately 2–3 hours and cover 1.5 to 2 miles. Participants will learn how to identify tracks and signs left by a variety of bosque wildlife.

Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators (ages 0-6)

Apr 15, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM — East Mountain Public Library —

Discovery Day: Powerful Pollinators (ages 0-6)

Apr 18, 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM — Taylor Ranch Public Library —

Intertwined Detritus Workshop with Jane Cornish Smith, artist!

Apr 18, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM — Open Space Visitor Center —

Jane will provide a demo and workshop to the Albuquerque community detailing how the pieces for the show Intertwined Detritus were made, as well as a hands-on art project creating abstracted water and landscapes, using recycled papers, wax, silt, and charcoal on mineral paper. Join us for this free workshop!