Park News
Announcements, park closures, or construction from Albuquerque Parks.
Parks and Recreation Installs New Lighting at Roadrunner Little League Field
With youth sports returning this summer, new lighting welcomes athletes back
Mayor Tim Keller, Councilor Diane Gibson, City Leaders Break Ground on Los Altos Park Improvements Phase 1
$12 million investment in phase 1 renovations to bring economic benefit with Sports-related tourism
The Open Space Newsletter 2021 Special Edition
The Open Space Division has been busy from New Land Acquisitions to New Employees
National Ranking Reveals City’s Efforts to Create Accessible Parks Paying Off
90 percent of Albuquerque residents now live within a 10-minute walk to a park
City Announces First Phase of Improvements to Vista Del Norte Park
Preparations begin for new turf field and irrigation system
Outdoor City Pools to Reopen Memorial Day Weekend
After a year of closures due to COVID-19, aquatics staff ready to welcome back swimmers
Landscaping Improvements Complete Along Section of Tramway Blvd
New native vegetation creates important habitat for pollinators
Albuquerque to Host Inaugural New Mexico Open Pickleball Tournament
Regional event for fast-growing sport will welcome hundreds of athletes to the Duke City
Montgomery Park to Undergo Irrigation System Renovation
50-year old system revamped, addition of new plants and trees
City of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Department & One Albuquerque Fund Raising Money to Replace Stolen Little League Equipment
Alameda and Westgate Little Leagues suffer equipment thefts; City department steps in to help
Mayor Keller and Community Leaders Celebrate Acquisition of Poole Property
The 23-acre site will add to City’s Open Space Program, preserve a delicate habitat
City of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Department Unveils New Indoor Track
Brand-new track will keep Albuquerque top-of-mind for national indoor track and field competitions
City Tree Planting Alliance to Boost Albuquerque Urban Forest
‘Let’s Plant ABQ’ is a broad community coalition around 100,000 new tree goal
Next Phase of Public Input Begins for Walker Property
Residents can weigh in on four proposed concepts for Wells Park community space
Major Renovations Underway at Wilson Park in International District
Investing federal funds to transform park into community hub
Albuquerque Named a Best Place for Outdoor Enthusiasts to Live and Work
Parks and Open Space acreage create more outdoor recreation opportunities
Columbus Park Tennis Courts Reopen with Improvements
Resurfaced tennis courts and new benches highlight improvements
Trunk or Treat Returns to Balloon Fiesta Park as Drive-Through Event
Cars will drive from booth to booth for contactless treat delivery
Open Space Division Hosting Make a Difference Day Cleanups
Volunteers can help clean up Bosque and Foothills trails while enjoying Open Space
City Seeks Public Input for Renovation of Barelas Park
Planning begins for complete redesign of historic park
City Offers New Opportunities to Weigh In on Future of Walker Property
Community vision will serve as foundation for future development
Balloon Fall Fest Brings Hot Air Balloons to Albuquerque Skies
Smaller COVID-safe events to include dispersed sites for balloon launches
Mayor Keller Announces Balloon Fall Fest—Bringing Hot Air Balloons to Albuquerque Skies
Smaller COVID-safe events to include dispersed sites for balloon launches
City Leaders Break Ground on Renovation of Lynnewood Park
Irrigation renovation and improved amenities coming soon