Come monkey around at the ABQ BioPark Zoo. Hang around with gorillas and orangutans. Chill with the Zoo's polar bears at Inukshuk Bay. Founded on the banks of the Rio Grande River in 1927, the 64-acre zoo attraction is home to a jungle full of exotic and native animals, along with the Botanic Garden, Albuquerque Aquarium, and Tingley Beach.
The National Fiery Foods & BBQ Show located in Albuquerque is the hottest show on earth. Join 15,000 fiery fans and wander from a booth to booth tasting over 1000 spicy foods and BBQ from 200 extra hot exhibitors. The Sandia Resort and Casino is host to the event, making it the perfect place to plan your next fiery getaway.