Hyde Memorial State Park Yurts
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Hyde Memorial State Park
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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
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Clayton Lake State Park & Dinosaur Trackways
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Balloon Fiesta
Arguably the most iconic event in the state, New Mexico hosts the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta every October. It is practically a rite-of-passage for…
Clayton Lake State Park and Dinosaur Trackways
Have you ever seen the Milky Way with your bare eyes? If not, this is the place to see it! Stargazing…
Oliver Lee Memorial State Park
As the weather turns around and summer is on the horizon, are you Lobos looking for a fun escape for you…
Day Trip to White Sands National Park
White Sands might be the warmest snow-like dunes you will ever see. Filled with grains of gypsum, White Sands National Park…
Sustainability Expo
Imagine an event that celebrates community sustainability! Well, that’s exactly what the UNM Sustainability Expo aims to achieve! Organized and managed…
International Festival
Be captivated by a celebration of diverse cultures, mesmerizing performances, a fashion show, live music and mouthwatering global cuisine at one of The University of New Mexico’s…
PistachioLand
Picture this, you sit down with an ice cream cone stacked with two scoops of pistachio ice cream and watch the…
Tia B’s La Waffleria
Craving a treat or change of environment? Tia B’s La Waffleria is the perfect place for you! Only a short and…
Heron Lake State Park
A popular destination in northern New Mexico for Lobos, Heron Lake State Park offers picturesque scenery and a variety of activities….
ASUNM Southwest Film Center
The Associated Students of The University of New Mexico (ASUNM) Southwest Film Center is conveniently located on campus on the bottom…
ASUNM Arts and Crafts Studio
Need a break from classes? Want to get creative and hands on, but don’t want to go far? Fear no more!…
Snowshoeing at the Sandia Crest
This might be our chilliest adventure yet. Not even winter can stop these Lobos on a snowy adventure! At about 10,678…
New Mexico Natural History Museum
The New Mexico Natural History Museum is a source of awe and interesting information for Lobos of all ages! Located a…
Hanging of the Greens
Every year, at the beginning of December, groups on campus come together to put on one of the oldest student traditions…
Rude Boy Cookies
While strolling down the street on your way to campus one day, you pick up on a familiar aroma that takes…
Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
The Rio Grande Nature Center State Park State Park exhibits a native plant garden, pollinator garden, ponds with observation windows for…
Aspen Vista Trail
Aspen Vista Trail is a must-do hike in Santa Fe, especially in autumn! During the fall months, the trail is drenched…
Red Rally
Every year, before the UNM Lobos vs NMSU Aggies football game, students gather on Johnson Field to burn a 25-ft. tall…
Silent Lights
With six DJs, three stages, a massive light show and thousands of students vibing and dancing, Silent Lights is always a…
Zozobra
The incineration of a giant, screaming 50-foot-tall paper marionette nicknamed Zozobra, or Old Man Gloom, is a tradition that goes back…
African American Student Services Welcome Back BBQ
The Annual African American Student Services Welcome Back BBQ is held on the first Thursday of every school year in August….
Class Crawl
Welcome Lobos! Still trying to figure out where your classes are? Worried you might get lost on campus? Class crawl is…
Move-In Day
Each fall, one by one, Lobos return after a long summer break and the campus slowly gains back its lively and…
Elephant Butte Balloon Regatta
Follow the Rio Grande from Albuquerque for a few hours and you’ll find yourself at Elephant Butte Lake. Sandy beaches with…
The Duck Pond
The Duck Pond, located on The University of New Mexico main campus, is a highlight of the Albuquerque area, attracting not…
Electric Playhouse
Have you ever wondered what walking through the multiverse would feel like? Electric Playhouse is about replicating such an experience through…
Eating in the Student Union Building
The Student Union Building, SUB, is open to the public and is a popular place on The University of New Mexico…
UNM Observatory
Have you ever wanted to get a closer look at the farthest areas of the night sky? One of the best…
Embudito Canyon Loop
The UNM Geology & Environmental Science Club (GESC) is a student-run organization that shares a passion for rockhounding, exploring, and admiring…
Trinity Site
From the history books, students around the world know of New Mexico’s role in the Manhattan Project, and our state continues…
Sandia Cave
If you follow NM State Road 165 into the Sandia Mountains from Placitas, you’ll quickly find yourself surrounded by steep slopes…
Lobo Day
Everyone loves to celebrate their birthday, and The University of New Mexico is no different! Founded in 1889, UNM is New…
Climbing at Las Conchas
New Mexico is home to some of the best climbing crags in the American Southwest, but few have the views and…
ABQ BioPark
Sitting next to the iconic Rio Grande, the Albuquerque BioPark Zoo is a quick getaway that’s easy on the wallet. Hosting…
Spring Break Day Trip – Eagle Nest Lake State Park
The uniqueness and beauty of Eagle Nest Lake State Park is in its location! The park is in a glacier carved…
Spring Break Day Trip – Fenton Lake State Park
The biggest attraction at Fenton Lake State Park is the exceptional trout fishing! Fenton Lake is regularly stocked with Rainbow Trout…
Spring Break Day Trip – Hyde Memorial State Park
Hyde Memorial State Park is a 350-acre forested park in the Santa Fe mountains. Visitors can enjoy various terrains for hiking,…
Elephant Butte Lake State Park
If you like camping, fishing, boating, or just being outdoors, Elephant Butte is the park for you! There is plenty of…
Spring Break Day Trip – Morphy Lake State Park
Morphy Lake State Park was closed for an extended period of time for major renovation projects and was re-opened to visitors…
Paseo del Bosque Trail
This semester may be an unusual one, but living the Lobo Life doesn’t stop just because classes are online and group…
Carlsbad Caverns
Out in the distant lands of New Mexico, far beyond the snowy white peaks of any mountain or dense green foliage…
The Bisti Badlands
Welcome to where the West is still wild. The Bisti, otherwise known as the De-na-zin Wilderness, is over 60 square miles…
Jemez Hot Springs
Sylvia Plath once said “There must be quite a few things a hot bath won’t cure, but I don’t know many…
Eagle Nest Cabins and Marina
After an exciting day of ice fishing at Eagle Nest Lake State Park, kick off your frosted boots and cozy up…
The Lobo Life Student Organization
The Lobo Life is where the classroom ends and the Land of Enchantment begins. The Lobo Life is every experience a…
La Cumbre Brewing Co
Local craft breweries have seen a substantial rise in popularity in New Mexico in recent years. With so many breweries to…
The Guild Cinema
For Lobos looking to get out of the dorm for the evening, popcorn and a movie is a natural choice. Sure,…
Boxing Bear Brewing Co
Friends plus high-quality drinks and food at Boxing Bear Brewing Co. equal the perfect place to relax off-campus. With a wide selection of house-made drinks that vary from heavy…
Hi Boba
Imagine with me, a stop at Hi Boba. Before you know it, between sips and quips, you’ve forgotten all about the…
Art! Attack
Located on San Mateo, 13 minutes from UNM’s main campus, Art! Attack is a magical place for both young and old…
Kiwanis Cabin at the Sandia Crest
There are two types of people who live in Albuquerque: those who have hiked to the Kiwanis Cabin on the Sandia…
Villa Myriam Coffee Roasters & Coffee Shop
Looking for authentic coffees and teas that are refined to perfection, rooted in tradition and made with pristine craftsmanship? Villa Myriam…
New Mexico United
There is a long list of unique things that are definitively New Mexican experiences – like eating green chile or going…
Quiet Waters Paddling Adventures
Coursing through the entire Land of Enchantment, the Rio Grande is a familiar river to New Mexicans. Because of the vast…
Gruet Winery & Tasting Room
How does a wine with ripe blackberries, figs and hints of sweet oak sound? Or an aged wine that offers notes…
Tractor Brewing Company
If you’re a fan of live music, friendly people and tasty brews then there is a good chance that you are…
Red Door Brewing Co
Located in the heart of downtown Albuquerque, Red Door Brewing is the perfect spot to check out local entertainment while having…
Eagle Nest Lake State Park
At Eagle Nest Lake State Park, the soft rustling of a summer breeze wandering through the abundant rolling wildflower fields is…
Lavender in the Village
Once a year, down at the Los Ranchos Agri-Nature Center, lavender farms from all over New Mexico gather to present some…
Chello Grill
Soon you’ll be saying “hello to Chello”, not only because it’s catchy, butbecausewho wouldn’t say “hello”to fresh, flavorful, and affordable mediterranean…
Riverbend Hot Springs
Take a deep breathe in. Close your eyes and find yourself unwinding in a moment of bliss at New Mexico’s only…
Piñon Coffee House
If you’re looking to savor the day with locally-inspired New Mexican flavors, then Piñon Coffee House vows to be your daily…
Fenton Lake State Park
It is well-known that New Mexico holds a long list of beautiful state parks, and the majestic mountain escape found at…
Zendo Coffee
After a long day of studying for finals, there’s nothing like treating yourself to a delightful espresso or tea creation at…
Hotel Luna Mystica
Sometimes a place so magical exists that you dream about it before, during, and after your time there, so majestic that…
Cinnamon Sugar and Spice Cafe
If you have a tough day coming up tomorrow and you’re in the market for something nice to look forward to,…
Capulin Snow Play Area at the Sandia Crest
As busy college students, it can be hard to remember the simpler times of childhood, when the only thing that had…
The Brew Coffee & Tea Cafe
There’s nothing more heartwarming than being welcomed by a family of sparkling cacti, blooming succulents, and friendly baristas at one of…
Empire Board Game Library
Making the transition from studying in Zimmerman Library to laughing so hard it hurts at Empire Board Game Library is easy…
The River Of Lights
The holidays glow more and more each year at the Albuquerque BioPark Botanic Garden, just in time for finals to wrap…
Dion’s Pizza
Needless to say there’s nothing more New Mexican than green chile, but little can beat a freshly–baked, steaming slice of Dion’s…
Maize Maze
Ever wondered what it would be like to truly wander endlessly through a giant 8–acre patch of corn in Albuquerque’s North…
Harvest Festival
Sometimes it just feels like fall, and El Rancho de Los Golondrinas’s 200 acres of color-changing leaves make the perfect place to celebrate…
Downtown Growers’ Market
Imagine eating a fresh apple or peach right off of the tree while a gentle breeze ruffles through your hair. Now…
Santa Fe Renaissance Faire
Whether it be dressing up as your favorite mythical creature, eating a massive turkey leg while watching two fully armored knights…
Very Large Array
Do you ever find yourself forgetting how small you are in our ever-expanding universe? Need a good reminder? Then look no…
Outpost Ice Arena
Sometimes you need a break from the sweltering New Mexico sun. Luckily, a frosty refuge is just around the corner. The…
Old Barrel Tea Co.
Over the last decade, there has been a boom in the coffee industry, with what seems like a new café opening up on…
International Folk Art Market
This past weekend, the Santa Fe International Folk Art Market arrived in the capital. This eclectic art market showcases thousands of…
Ninja Force Gym
How many of us have sat down to watch an episode of American Ninja Warrior and thought to ourselves, “I can…
The Chocolate Cartel & Van Rixel Bros Gelato/Sorbet
The old adage “do what you love and love what you do” could not be any truer for the folks over…
The National Museum of Nuclear Science and History
Have you ever wanted to travel back in time while taking a step toward the future? If so, a trip to…
Santa Fe Railyard Market
A quick five minutes away from the heart of the capital lies the Santa Fe Railyard Market. As soon as the weather starts to warm…
El Malpais National Monument
At El Malpais, the endless landscape of the western horizon, dotted with small trees, and the seemingly vertical cliffs bordering the eastern skies ignite a feeling of true…
Cowgirl BBQ
Nestled in the middle of the Guadalupe District in Santa Fe lies a quaint establishment, Cowgirl BBQ. This rustic eatery is…
Santa Fe Opera House
Set atop the mesa outside one of the global art capitals of the world, the Santa Fe Opera House is an…
Tinkertown
Reminiscent of a life-size Where’s Waldo page, Tinkertown’s enormous and eccentric collection of hand carved faces and figures gaze out in…
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
From permanent art and historical installations to the annually held American Indian Week, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center transports visitors to…
Climbing Box Canyon
In the desert of Socorro, a climber’s paradise awaits against the rhyolite cliffs and boulders. Ideal for winter climbing and days of…
Ojo Caliente
Of the hundreds of spas and hot springs New Mexico is home to, Ojo Caliente is the original destination for rest…
Fiestas 2018
Every year, ASUNM Student Special Events hosts Fiestas – one of the largest music festivals in New Mexico and one of…
Sipapu Pond Skimming
Spring in Northern New Mexico means the snow starts to melt, the winter jackets can come off, and little puddles begin…
Bahama Buck’s
As spring rolls around and New Mexico heats up, Bahama Buck’s has the perfect way to cool off with their one-of-a-kind…
Lobo Men’s Basketball
There’s few events in New Mexico that can compare to the hype of a Lobo basketball game in The Pit at Dreamstyle…
Pyramid Rock
While most Lobo Life adventures stem from UNM’s main campus, Lobos find adventure no matter which campus they attend. A favorite getaway for those…
Taos Ski Valley
There are ski resorts, and then there is Taos Ski Valley. One of the most iconic and famous mountain resorts in…
Sauce Pizza & Wine
Delicious, affordable, farm-fresh food is the standard at one of Albuquerque’s best new Italian restaurants, Sauce Pizza & Wine. Offering mouth watering mac…
San Antonio Hot Springs
The Jemez Mountains are home to plenty of volcanic activity, visible today at locations such as Soda Dam, the Valles Caldera, and…
The Gilman Tunnels
One of the countless attractions to Northern New Mexico’s Jemez Mountains, the Guadalupe River box canyon and Gilman tunnels should be on…