Albuquerque Skate Parks

There are 6 skate parks in Albuquerque. They are open to in-line skaters, BMX bicyclists, and skateboarders. May through August, they are open from 7:00am to 11:00pm and September through April, they are open 9:00am – 10:00pm. No alcohol or dogs are allowed at any of the skate parks. Not included [...]

Albuquerque River of Lights – Rio Grande Botanic Garden

Well, the time has come to enjoy the holiday season. What better way to enjoy a cold winter’s night than to bundle up and visit the Rio Grande Botanic Garden River of Lights? Each year artists and sculptors from Albuquerque create beautiful and animated light sculptures. There are many more perks this [...]

Albuquerque Malls

There are three major indoor malls in Albuquerque. One is Coronado Mall located in Albuquerque’s Uptown, and the other is Cottonwood Mall in the NW heights. Next to Coronado Mall is Albuquerque Uptown which is a newer upscale outdoor mall.
Coronado Mall
Coronado Mall is located at the corner of Menaul and San [...]

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (the largest balloon convention in the world) has been the biggest annual event in the Duke City since 1972. Each year 750 balloonist from around the world gather in early October for this nine day event which brings as many as 100,000 spectators daily. The first Balloon Fiesta, [...]

Rio Grande Botanic Garden

The Rio Grande Botanic Garden is located at 2601 Central just west of Rio Grande. Admission is $7 for adults and $3 for seniors and children under 12. The admission to the Botanic Garden also covers admission to the aquarium. Winter hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm daily.
The Rio Grande Botanic Garden is [...]