The weather is heating up and it's time to get out and enjoy the summer months, so we've put together a list of some of the best local events happening throughout the remainder of July! From discounted tickets to the ABQ BioPark to an intellectual lesson on New Mexico's colorful history, there's a variety of things to see and do in the heart of Albuquerque - get out and explore what the city has to offer!
Half-Priced Weekend at the ABQ BioPark
Date: July 19-20
Location: ABQ BioPark - 903 10th St. S.W., Albuquerque, NM 87102
Time: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Admission: Check website
ABQ BioPark's Half-Priced Weekend allows local residents and visitors to experience the joys of the aquarium, zoo and aquarium at low prices from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on July 19 & 20. Bring the entire family to ABQ BioPark to make the most out of this two-day special and enjoy a wonderful day in the sun at one of Albuquerque's most popular attractions.
Summer Movie Series: The Incredibles
Date: July 23
Location: South Broadway Cultural Center - 1025 Broadway Blvd. S.E., Albuquerque, NM 87102
Time: 2 p.m.
Admission: Free
Is the summer heat taking its toll? Try spending an afternoon in the cool John Lewis Theatre with the family watching the Disney-Pixar classic, "The Incredibles." It's a great way to enjoy some time with the kids and stay clear of the sun for a few hours - a win-win for all!
Lecture: Journey into the Mist of Time-New Mexico's Colorful Past
Date: July 26
Location: Petroglyph National Monument - 6510 Western Trail NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Learn about New Mexico's vast history at Journey into the Mist of Time-New Mexico's Colorful Past. The lecture will cover the coming of Spain, the Mexican and American takeovers, and everything else you need to know about New Mexico's past that you won’t find in the history books. This is a lesson you surely won't want to miss.