Summer Nights Concert Series

These hot summer nights grab a picnic and enjoy the Summer Nights Concert Series at the Botanic Garden.  There are various activities to partake in throughout the concert including magic shows and and model trains.



Summer Nights musical concerts are performed by local and regional talent in the beautiful setting of the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden.

2012 Summer Nights Performers

• June 14 - Bearfoot - Americana Roots
• June 21 - Michael Hearne - Country Swing
• June 28 - Lori McKenna - Country
• July 5 - Wagogo - World
• July 12 - Trout Fishing In America - Family, Folk and Pop
• July 19 - Red Molly - Folk
• July 26 - David Wilcox - Folk and Pop
• Aug. 2 - Lao Tizer - Smooth Jazz
• Aug. 9 - Tony Furtado - Eclectic Pop
• Aug. 16 - Boris McCutcheon - Americana
• Aug. 23 - Joy Kills Sorrow - Indie and Folk Rock

Gates open at 6 p.m. Concerts play from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. rain or shine!

Music & More

During the concerts, stroll the grounds, enjoy a magic show, and check out the Garden's model train.
The Heritage Farm is open from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Aquarium also is open during concerts.
The PNM Butterfly Pavilion is not open during the concerts.  In addition, the Ritzy Rouge Hula Hoop Troupe will be at the Botanic Garden every Thursday and the Clan Tynker Family Circus will join the fun on June 21 & 28 and July 5, 12, 19 and 26.

Seating

General lawn seating. Bring your own seating - blankets or lawn chairs.
The lawn has a capacity for about 2,000 people.

Food & Drinks

You may purchase food from vendors at the Botanic Garden, or bring your own picnic.
Beer and wine are also available to purchase. You may not bring in your own.

For more information and ticket information see CABQ.gov.