Events
All events are FREE, open to the public, and take place at Valle de Oro's visitor center
unless noted otherwise. All times are in Mountain Time. Check websites and
our Facebook/Instagram pages for more information.
Sat. November 22
Mural Loop Interpretive Walk
Join Ranger Dakota for an easy 1-mile walk along our Field Murals trail to learn how these works of art represent our community's dreams of habitat restoration at Valle de Oro. 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Sat. November 29
BARK Rangers
Bring your furry friends to learn about our pet policies on the refuge and take the pledge to be apart of our BARK Ranger program. All dogs required to be on leash and non-reactive around others. 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Fri. December 5
Nature Tots
Children ages 3-6 with an adult are invited to explore nature with a refuge volunteer! 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Fri. December 12
Nature Kids
Children ages 7-10 with an adult are invited to explore nature with a refuge volunteer! 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Fri. December 19
Luminaria Set Up Volunteer Event
Help make winter magic with us on the trails at Valle de Oro! We will be setting up 1,000 paper luminarias and we need your help! Join us to participate in this special New Mexico tradition. To RSVP, email dakota_dominguez@fws.gov 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Fri. December 19
Luminaria Walk and Star Party
Enjoy luminarias around the visitor center and watch the stars with The Albuquerque Astronomical Society. Free refreshments will be provided by the Friends of Valle de Oro. 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Sat. December 20
Breakfast Burritos & Luminaria Clean Up Volunteer Event
Help us clean up after a magical luminaria night! We'll be picking up and disassembling 1,000 paper luminarias- coffee and breakfast burritos will be provided by the Friends of Valle de Oro to help fuel volunteers! Space is limited, please RSVP by emailing dakota_dominguez@fws.gov 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
Thu. December 25 National holiday - Visitor Center closed.
December 31
2025 PHOTO CONTEST DEADLINE
Valle de Oro NWR invites photographers of all ages & skill levels to enter the 2025 contest by submitting images that highlight the beauty of the refuge's wildlife, landscapes, and visitors. Winners will have their photo displayed in the Visitor Center and be awarded a gift from the Friends of VdO. Email your submissions to valledeoro@fws.gov. Deadline to enter is Dec. 31st
Thu. January 1 National holiday - Visitor Center closed.