Albuquerque Things to Do

A part of the busy downtown of Albuquerque, the Orpheum Arts Space is an intimate space hosting a myriad of events. While the usual musical and theater performances are presented here, the venue is also ideal for activity train... more

A huge dance floor, about 5,500 square feet is tempting enough to pull crowds to dance to the groovy tunes. The DJ plays really good music that's foot-tapping and energetic, inspiring the crowd to take to the floor. Food and dr... more

This hipster bar and pool hall has the best jukebox in town. "The 'Dyne" is a red light bulb, unpretentious kind of joint. Chat at the bar, skulk in a dimly lit, leather upholstered booth or grab one of the ten or so pool table... more

Betty's Bath and Day Spa features a full menu of treatments and packages that are affordable by spa standards. Several are offered in 30, 60, or 90 minute options, allowing you to sample more than one treatment without breaking... more

This is an awesome orchestration of natural wonder. Sleek and graceful sharks glide about their sovereignty, a 285,000-gallon climate controlled, simulated natural habitat. Saltwater from the Gulf of Mexico is contained and cap... more

Go in for complete makeover at the Patty's Salon and Spa. It provides a wide range of services from personalized cuts to pedicures. Experiment on your looks with highlighting your hair. Get a soft and glowing skin with the faci... more

Locals in the know get their massages at the NM School of Natural Therapeutics. The treatments are with students and therefore inexpensive, although they also therefore vary in standard depending on the individual and their lev... more

A distinctive hand-painted wooden sign featuring the face of the bulldog for which the venue was named marks this addition to the Albuquerque theatre scene. A not-for-profit organization, "Aux Dog" has stadium seating for 80 in... more

I Scream Ice Cream is an affordable, fun, family-oriented ice cream shop that includes a cafe-meets-play space packed with children's toys. The ice cream is not top of the range but this place is designed for the kids and is ch... more

Eisenhower is one of several public pools managed by the City of Albuquerque. An outdoor facility, it is open during school summer vacations only. The pool is long enough for laps and also has a sectioned off area with two... more