Barelas Park awaits 'phase 2' of long-awaited makeover

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A popular park in the Barelas neighborhood has undergone a long-awaited makeover. Talks of having renovations at Barelas Park started six years ago. Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Director Dave Simon said renovations started in February 2021, costing a total of $1.6 million.“We've got one of the city's coolest playgrounds here in Barelas, we have a brand new multi-use court with beautiful art on the court. We planted over 120 trees in this park