Learn more about LGBTQ+ friendly things to do in Albuquerque and community resources through the New Mexico OUT Business Alliance and at. Albuquerque celebrates diversity and welcomes the LGBTQ community with our Southwestern hospitality. Same-sex marriage became legal statewide through a ruling by the New Mexico Supreme Court on December 19, 2013. Our fabulous weather makes Albuquerque the "Hot Air Balloon Capital of the World." Take a sunrise ride for a breathtaking bird’s-eye view of the city. Spectacular weather, with 310 days of sunshine, makes Albuquerque an ideal destination for outdoor activities, including golfing, biking and skiing. Effex Nightclub 63 Dance Clubs Downtown This is a placeholder This is a dance club for young drunk people. Bartenders need more etiquette in making clientele feel welcomed, no matter who they are. Nowhere is the confluence of past and present more dramatic than in Albuquerque, where the modern city skyline is set against a backdrop of the Sandia Mountains. Albuquerque Social Club 21 Nob Hill This is a placeholder wanting Gay Bars.
However, the funky Nob Hill district, near the campus of the University of New Mexico, and bisected by Historic Route 66, has the greatest concentration of shops, restaurants, and bars popular with the LGBT community. There isn't a distinctive neighborhood in the city with an overwhelming gay presence. Experience a history that continues to unfold, with premier cultural events, distinctive attractions, family activities, museums and shopping. The gay Albuquerque scene is low-key but visible. To top it all off, take a ride on the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway for spectacular views of all this vibrant city has to offer.Diverse cultures, authentic art and vibrant traditions have shaped the centuries-old story of Albuquerque. Gay locations are cropping up more regularly in huge cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Washington DC, to cater to the rising gay population. It is a smoking allowed bar, but if you are'nt a smoker its ok, the ventillation is good. In state DL peeps are 20, out of staters are 5, and memberships are good for a year. After working up an appetite, head to any number of fine restaurants that serve up a choice of hot or even hotter New Mexican cuisine. In a gay Albuquerque (Bernalillo County, New Mexico) you can locate all the gay events in the city, such as nightclubs or popular restaurants, take a look at Menspaces for additional information. It is a private establishment, so you need a membership or be signed in. Outdoor types will find ample opportunities for hiking, biking and golf. Families will find plenty to do at the Albuquerque Biological Park, which features a zoo, aquarium and botanic garden. The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center and the Petroglyph National Monument offer a glimpse of old Indian customs and art.
During the winter holiday season, Old Town is adorned with small lit candles and thousands come to stroll through the streets, listen to live music and celebrate. About 15 miles (24 kilometers) north of downtown Santa Fe, the Gravity Nightclub & Lounge at the Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder has two dance floors and three bars. Browsers can spend a whole day making their way through the more than 100 stores, boutiques and galleries that sell Southwestern goods as well as unique products from around the world. Santa Fe, a one-hour drive northeast from Albuquerque, offers LGBTQ+ friendly nightlife such as restaurants, lounges, and live music venues, as well as a summer Pride event in June. Cocktail Lounges Night Clubs Family Style Restaurants. In the historic section of Old Town, ancient Indian and Spanish cultures come to life through old churches, quaint shops and piazzas, winding brick paths and adobe benches. I haven't gone out in a while but my friends said it was happening so I went to check it out. Whether you're into history, culture, outdoor adventures or just in need of some new and unique scenery, Albuquerque offers exciting attractions for all ages and interests, anytime of the year.