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Ready for a unique sports arena in New Mexico that combines the thrill of dodgeball with archery? Look no further than ZAHR Archery! Prior experience is optional, and this exciting new activity is perfect for beginners. You'll use bows and foam-tipped arrows to tag your opponents and score points in eight game modes. But that's not all—archery dodgeball is an excellent option for group activities, team-building events, and birthday parties. With special rates available for private group events, there's no better way to gather your friends and family for an unforgettable game of archery dodgeball at ZAHR Archery.

Saddle up for an unforgettable Western-themed nightlife experience at The Dirty Bourbon Dance Hall & Saloon in Albuquerque. With the only mechanical bull in town and a 1,300-square-foot dance floor, you can two-step to live music or test your skills on the bull. If you do not like dancing, you can enjoy a pool or shuffleboard game. The bar has two massive 53-foot main bars, and the staff wears old-fashioned costumes that add to the traditional Western atmosphere. The nightly drink specials and live bands will keep you entertained while you soak up The Dirty Bourbon's unique ambiance.

Albuquerque's National Fiery Foods & BBQ Show is the hottest food event. With 15,000 fiery food fans, you can sample over 1,000 spicy foods and BBQ dishes from over 200 exhibitors. The event will be hosted by Sandia Resort and Casino, making it the perfect destination for your next fiery getaway. You'll have the opportunity to try everything from blazing BBQ to super-hot salsa and sweet heat desserts. The show features over 1,000 products, cooking demonstrations, food samples, Scovie Award-winning products, and 505 Food Fights, a cooking competition for charity. You can expect to see 170 exhibitors and over 20,000 attendees over three days at the National Fiery Foods & Barbecue Show.

The Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway is a must-visit destination for anyone who wants to explore the breathtaking beauty of central New Mexico. This trail covers an area of 15,000 square miles and connects Albuquerque, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape from the top of Sandia Crest. For a truly immersive experience of the area's natural beauty, it is highly recommended that you take a detour from the freeway and travel through the byway. As you go along the route, you will come across the historic mining towns of Golden, Madrid, and Cerrillos - each of which has been revitalized with many arts and crafts, theaters, music, museums, and restaurants. This scenic and historically rich area encompasses a vast expanse in the heart of central New Mexico.