Special Father’s Day Events All Weekend Long
Albuquerque Folk FestivalSo much great music will be going on, so get your Dad and put on some dancing shoes to enjoy the music. Hear Michael Hearne, the Squash Blossom Boys, Bayou Seco and more.
When: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Friday, June 17 and 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. Saturday, June 18
Where: NM Expo, 300 San Pedro NE
Cost: $15 Friday evening only, $20 Saturday evening only, $30 all day Saturday. Free for anyone under 18, students 19-24 and active military with ID. Two day package ticket, $30. Parking is $5.
Father's Day "Tee"
Celebrate Father's Day by teeing off with Dad at this annual event. Make a craft with him and play a round of miniature golf. Refreshments available; register by June 3.
When: Saturday, June 11, 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Where: Sabana Grande Rec Center, Rio Rancho
Cost: $12 Dad and one child, $3 each additional child (ages 3 and up).
Summer Nights Concerts: Halden Wofford and the Hi*Beams
The summer season officially begins at the Botanic Garden with a honky tonk cowboy concert.
When: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., Thursday, June 16; gates open at 6 p.m.
Where: Botanic Gardens, 2601 Central NW
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for seniors 65+, $3 for children 3 - 12 and children 2 and under are free.
Zoo Music Concerts: The Blasters
The Blasters open the Zoo Music concert series with music that blends rock, punk, rock-a-billy and rhytmn and blues. Get there early and visit the zoo exhibits.
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 17; gates open at 6 p.m.
Where: 903 Tenth SW
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for seniors 65+, $3 for children 3 - 12 and children 2 and under are free.
Kids Workshop: Build a Present for Dad
Kids can build a special Father's Day present for Dad, or work with him for some learning fun. Especially for kids 5 - 12.
When: 9 a.m. - noon, June 18
Where: Home Depot locations around Albuquerque
Cost: Free.
Mopar Car Fest Show
If Dad loves cars, this is the show for him. There will be car shows with classic, muscle, custom and resotred vehicles, as well as raffles, car contests
When: 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 18
Where: Haynes Park, 2006 Grande Blvd., Rio Rancho
Cost: Free.
Germany Invades Burque Car Show
See German cars such as Audi, Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes and Porsche. There will be a live DJ, raffles, car awards at 1 p.m., and animals up for adoption. Lunch will be served at 11 a.m.
When: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., June 18
Where: Nuclear Museum, 601 Eubank NE
Cost: $5 donation, proceeds to benefit Watermelon Ranch Animal Rescue.
Sagebrush Auto Show
There will be more than 200 classic cars, antique tractors, hot rods, custom cars, and motorcycles. A 1964 Mustang is up for raffle. Events, food and drinks are free.
When: 2 - 9 p.m. Saturday, June 18 and 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday, June 19
Where: Sagebrush Community Church, Coors and La Orilla
Cost: Free.
Movies Under the Stars: Grease
Enjoy the music and fun of the fifties while watching the film Grease under the stars with Dad. Bring blankets and head out early with a picnic dinner.
When: Saturday, June 18; movie begins at dusk.
Where: Zia Park, 3245 Zia Street, Rio Rancho
Cost: Free.
Summerfest: Featuring Bobby Hendricks' Drifters
Hear doo-wop classics such as "There Goes My Baby," "Under the Boardwalk" and more. Along with music and dance entertainment, there will be food vendors, arts and crafts and plenty of activities for the kids. They'll have face painting, magic, fun jumps and more.
When: Saturday, June 18, 7 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Where: Civic Plaza
Cost: Free.
Church of Beethoven: Fatherly Voices for Father's Day
When: 10:30 a.m. Sunday, June 19
Where: Kosmos, 1715 Fifth NW
Cost: $15 adults, $10 FT students w/ID, $5 kids under 12.
Sunday Jam Session: Claudio Perez Quartet
The New Mexico Jazz Workshop has been jamming on the rooftop at Seasons for seven years. Join them for food, drink and some great local musicians. Arrive by 6:30 p.m. for good seats. This is a family friendly event, and happens Sundays all summer long.
When: 7:30 - 10:30 p.m., Sunday, June 19
Where: Seasons, rooftop patio, 2031 Mountain NW
Cost: No cover, but purchase of food and drink appreciated.
Father's Day Fiesta at the Zoo
Take the family and some blankets to the zoo and enjoy the Latin music. The lineup includes the performances of Mariachi Tradicional from 1 - 2 p.m., Grupo Kontratiempo from 2 - 3 p.m., Grupo Innovación from 3 - 4 p.m., Tropicalisimo Apache from 4 - 5 p.m. There will be business exhibits and prize giveaways. Visit the zoo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to learn about Asian elephants as part of the zoo's Discovery Days.
When: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday, June 19
Where: Rio Grande Zoo, 903 Tenth SW
Cost: Free with regular admission, $7 adults, $3 kids 12 and under, $3 seniors.
Father’s Day 5k Run/Walk
Get outdoors with dad and help raise money at the same time for the Thirst Project, which provides wells and clean water to Ugandan villages. There will be individual age group competitions, or the chance to walk/jog 3.1 miles at your own pace.
When: 8 - 11 a.m., Sunday, June 19
Cost: Fathers run free with a participating child. $25 per person, $20 youth (under 19) until 6/11; $30 per person, $25 youth if registering after 6/11.
Music in the Park
Bring a blanket and chairs and settle in for an evening of music with Dennis Higgins.
When: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Haynes Park, 2006 Grande Blvd. SE, Rio Rancho
Cost: Free.
Great Gifts for Dad
Betty’s Bath and Day SpaGive Dad the gift of relaxation with the Father’s Day special at Betty’s. With an upper body massage, he’ll get the most out of the areas where there is most likely to be excess stress: his shoulders and upper arms. Best of all, he’ll have the whole summer to use his gift certificate. $130 for a ninety minute treatment, which includes a 60 minute deep tissue massage and a 30 minute upper body overhaul.
Golf Game at a City Course
The city’s golf courses are affordable and open from dawn to dusk. Give Dad the gift of a relaxing time. Each course offers a pro shop with rental clubs and range balls. Or head out with him yourself to the new Balloon Park Driving Range, and hit a bucket of balls.
Membership in a Brew Club
The Marble Street Brewery offers membership in a brew club that gives discounts on beers and refills. Dad can choose from a variety of locally brewed beers. Contact a local brewery to find out about specials for Dad.
