Albuquerque Maize Maze
A view from within the Maize Maze
Every September and October, the Maize Maze attracts thousands of visitors to Rio Grande Community Farm. The corn grown through the summer becomes 6 feet or taller – and has paths precisely cut by GPS technology to form the Maze. Proceeds from the Maze fund Farm operations, including growing corn for wildlife – and next year’s Maze!
Spend time outdoors as you explore a 7-acre corn maze.
The 2010 Maize Maze will depict wildlife found at the farm and was specially designed by Gerald McDermott, an award winning author and illustrator.
Currently, we are also offering fresh picked organic produce. Heirloom and Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Squash, Sunflowers, and more.
September 3- October 31st, 2010
Maize Maze Hours
Fridays, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Saturdays, 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sundays and Holidays, 11:00 am- 6:00 pm
OPEN ON LABOR DAY
Special Events
Wildlife Maze, September 11th. Experience meeting many wildlife animals in a safe setting.
Moonlight Maze, September 24-25th and October 22-23rd open until 10:00 pm. Connect with your ancient roots, challenge your senses and use the light of the full moon to navigate the maze.
Starlight Maze, September 25th open until 10:00pm. Gaze at the stars with the help of The Albuquerque Astronomy Society’s telescopes and see the stars like never before.
Haunted Maze, October 29th and 30th: open until 10 p.m. Put on your make-up and your costume for a scary good time. Be ready for friendly haunters to safely surprise you.
Music in the Maze, October 2nd. Listen to an afternoon concert as you make your way through the Coyote Magic Maze.
Pricing
Adults (12 and older) $7.50; Children (4-11) $4.00; Children under 4 are free. Groups
Maze/Farm Location
1701 Montano Rd. NW, Albuquerque – Get Directions
Public access at Los Poblanos Fields Open Space, including the Maize Maze entrance, is from Montano Road, 1.1 miles west of Fourth Street. Turn north on Tierra Viva, and park in the gravel lot to your left.
Group Visits
Field trips for schools, community groups, corporate team-building or any other group wanting a weekday visit may be arranged by making a reservation. Field trips can also include Farm tours or educational activities provided by Farm staff. To schedule your group’s visit please visit our group details or call 345-4580.
Rio Grande Community Farm in collaboration with the Albuquerque Public Schools transportation office is pleased to offer a special bus transportation rate of $155.00 (tax included) for a bus. This rate applies to school groups attending the 2010 Maize Maze during the week. Please call Herrera Coaches at (505) 836-4742. Speak with Nicole Martinez or Bernadette Martinez. Make sure and mention the special APS/RGCF maze rate.
Free parking is available at the Open Space parking lot on Tierra Viva. Take Montano 1 mile west from 4th street NW or 1.5 miles east from Coors Boulevard NW. Turn north into Tierra Viva. The parking lot is on the left.
Weekday tours for school, corporate, church and other groups available. Please contact us for Special Event reservation information or call the office at 345-4580.
Volunteers
We especially need volunteers for the Maize Maze each September and October. This is a good way to get involved with the Farm for the first time or to help out if you only have limited time. Maze volunteers can help with ticket sales, concessions and promotional items, providing information and helping at special events, such as the Moonlight Maze, Starlight Maze or Haunted Maze. You can also help during weekdays with school and community groups visiting the Maze. Please learn more about the benefits of Maze Volunteering or fill out the Maze Volunteer Form.
