Shady Lakes Trout Fishing

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.

Discover the excitement of the New Mexico State Fair, located in Albuquerque. Here, you can experience a blend of cultural heritage, unique attractions, and top-notch entertainment, making it the biggest show in town. The festival has something for everyone, including action-packed professional rodeo cowboys, agricultural and livestock competitions, and fantastic country music performances. You will want to experience this unforgettable experience. EXPO New Mexico is the state's premier multi-use entertainment and events facility, hosting the New Mexico State Fair annually and hundreds of other events annually. In addition to the fair, they have the most prominent outdoor year-round flea market that attracts numerous vendors and patrons every weekend. The 236-acre site is available for rent for both public and private events, including cultural villages, outdoor spaces, historic arts facilities, and expansive trade show spaces.