Valentine’s day is known for cliches, but luckily Albuquerque isn’t. If you want to take your significant other, or yourself, out for a good time this Valentine’s weekend, check out this list of local events for lovebirds and loners alike! From balloon rallies and bike rides to aquarium tours and the single loving ABQ Pedaler, there’s something for everyone. Explora even offers Parent’s Night Out, so you can drop the kids off for an evening of fun while you go out and enjoy your Valentine’s weekend. Oh, and did I mention that many of these events are free? Who doesn’t love a free event? Take a look at the links and info below, and find your perfect match!
1. Friends and Lovers Balloon Rally
February 13, 2016 – February 14, 2016
Time: 7am launch both days
Recurrence: Recurring daily
Admission: Free
Location: Balloon Fiesta Park – Multi-Use Sport Facility
5000 Balloon Fiesta Pkwy., Albuquerque, NM 87113
More info: http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/abq365/events/detail/Friends-Lovers-Balloon-Rally/26919/
2. EXHIBITION: VALENTINE SHOW FEATURING DAVID ZAINTZ AND MARK BALDWIN
Through February 27, 2016
Time: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12-4pm
Recurrence: Recurring daily
Admission: Free
Location: Sumner & Dene Creations in Art
517 Central Ave. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505-842-1400
3. Love at the Lobo Theater
February 12, 2016
Time: 7pm
Admission: Free
Location: Lobo Theater
3013 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Phone: 505-338-3661
More info: http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/abq365/events/detail/Love-at-the-Lobo-Theater/29110/
4. Seasons of Love Cabaret
Through February 14, 2016
Time: Friday 7:30pm, Saturday 2pm & 7:30pm, Sunday 4pm
Recurrence: Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday
Admission: General admission $25, VIP tables for 2-$70
Location:Musical Theatre Southwest
6320-B Domingo Rd. N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87108
Phone: 505-265-9119
More info: http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/abq365/events/detail/Performance-Seasons-of-Love-Cabaret/28267/
5. Velo-Tine’s Bike Tour
February 12, 2016 – February 14, 2016
Time: 12pm
Recurrence: Every Sunday, Friday, Saturday
Admission: $65 pp with bike rental / $60 pp BYOBike
Location:
Routes Bicycle Tours & Rentals, Inc.
404 San Felipe St. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: 505-933-5667
More info: http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/abq365/events/detail/Velo-Tines-Day-Bike-Tour/28987/
6. AHCC LA NOCHE ENCANTADA: HAVANA
Event Details
February 13, 2016
Time: 6pm-12am
Admission: $175
Location: Albuquerque Convention Center
401 Second St. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505-842-9003
More info: http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/abq365/events/detail/AHCC-La-Noche-Encantada-Havana/28054/
7. Parent’s Night Out
February 13, 2016
Time: 5:30-10pm
Admission: $10-$45
Location: Explora
1701 Mountain Rd. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: 505-224-8341
More info: http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/abq365/events/detail/Parent-s-Night-Out/28335/
8. Albucreepy is for Lovers
February 13, 2016
Time: 7-9:30pm
Admission: $40
Location:Albuquerque Tourism & Sightseeing Factory (AT&SF)
219 Central Ave. N.W. Ste 102, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505-200-2642
More info: http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/abq365/events/detail/Albucreepy-is-for-Lovers-Tour/28982/
9. LOVE BUGS ADULTS-ONLY VALENTINE’S EVENT
February 13, 2016
Time: 6-8pm
Admission: $30-$45
Location: Botanic Garden – ABQ BioPark
2601 Central Ave. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: 505-768-2000
More info: http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/abq365/events/detail/Love-Bugs-Adults-Only-Valentine-s-Event/28926/
10. NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM: LICENSE TO SPY-A NIGHT OF EXQUISITE ESPIONAGE
February 13, 2016
Time: 6:30-10:30pm
Admission: $20
Location:New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science
1801 Mountain Rd. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: 505-841-2861
11. DUKE CITY PEDALER: SINGLE & LOVING IT!
February 14, 2016
Time: 6-8:30pm
Admission: $25 General Admission, ages 21+
Location: Albuquerque Tourism & Sightseeing Factory (AT&SF)
219 Central Ave. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505-200-2642
More Info: http://www.visitalbuquerque.org/abq365/events/detail/Duke-City-Pedaler-Single-Loving-It-/29162/
12. THAT’S A MORAY! ADULTS-ONLY VALENTINE’S DAY TOUR
February 14, 2016
Time: 6-8pm
Admission: $30-$45
Location: Aquarium – ABQ BioPark
2601 Central Ave. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: 505-768-2000
