If you're looking for a fun-filled day out, look no further than the ABQ BioPark Zoo. Here, you can get up close and personal with various exotic and native animals, including gorillas, orangutans, polar bears, and many more. Since its founding in 1927 on the banks of the Rio Grande River, this 64-acre zoo has been a popular destination for families and animal lovers alike. But there is more - besides the zoo, you can also explore the Botanic Garden, Albuquerque Aquarium, and Tingley Beach. Whether you're interested in cats, birds, primates, other mammals, reptiles, or aquarium animals, there's something for everyone at the ABQ BioPark Zoo.
Saddle up for an unforgettable Western-themed nightlife experience at The Dirty Bourbon Dance Hall & Saloon in Albuquerque. With the only mechanical bull in town and a 1,300-square-foot dance floor, you can two-step to live music or test your skills on the bull. If you do not like dancing, you can enjoy a pool or shuffleboard game. The bar has two massive 53-foot main bars, and the staff wears old-fashioned costumes that add to the traditional Western atmosphere. The nightly drink specials and live bands will keep you entertained while you soak up The Dirty Bourbon's unique ambiance.