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Carlsbad Museum and Art Center
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Museum
418 W Fox St
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Carlsbad Museum and Art Center displays local Southwestern art, Apache artifacts, and regional memorabilia, located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Duration: 1-2 hours.

Free. Some special exhibitions may require a paid ticket.

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Living Desert State Park
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Park
1504 Miehls Road
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Living Desert State Park in Carlsbad, NM features diverse outdoor gardens, reptiles, and animals amidst the natural beauty of the Chihuahuan Desert.

Duration: 2-3 hours.

Admission fee: $5 for adults, $3 for children ages 6-12, free for children under 6.

Lake Carlsbad Golf Course
7:00 AM–6:00 PM
Golf Course
820 Muscatel Ave
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Lake Carlsbad Golf Course in Carlsbad, NM, features an 18-hole course surrounded by scenic lakes, providing challenging play for golfers of all levels.

Duration: Around 4 hours.

Green fees vary; generally $20-$40 for adults, discounts available for seniors and juniors.

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San Jose Catholic Church
9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Church
1002 DE Baca St
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San Jose Catholic Church in Carlsbad, NM offers a rich history and beautiful architecture, serving as a spiritual hub for the community and visitors alike.

Duration: 1 hour.

Free. Donations are appreciated for maintenance and community activities.

Carlsbad Community Theatre
10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Theater
New Mexico
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Carlsbad Community Theatre in California offers local plays, musicals, and performances, promoting cultural engagement and artistic expression in the community.

Duration: Approximately 2-3 hours.

Generally affordable, with prices varying by production. Check specific event for details.

Blodgett Street Baptist Church
10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Church
Carlsbad
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Blodgett Street Baptist Church in Carlsbad is a historic congregation founded in 1905, known for its unique Gothic architecture and community involvement.

Duration: 1 hour.

Free. Donations are appreciated for community programs.

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Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Park
1504 Miehls Dr N
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Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park in Carlsbad, NM, features diverse Chihuahuan Desert life with exhibits of animals and native plants along a scenic trail.

Duration: 2-3 hours.

Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children ages 6-12, and free for children under 6.

Carlsbad Shopping Mall
10:00 AM–9:00 PM
Mall
2320 W Pierce St
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Carlsbad Shopping Mall is a top retail destination featuring over 100 shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues in Carlsbad, California.

Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Free to enter. Individual store purchases apply.

Eddy County Courthouse
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Public Building
Carlsbad
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The Eddy County Courthouse in Carlsbad, New Mexico, features stunning architecture and serves as a historic government building housing county administrative functions.

Duration: Approximately 1 hour.

Free. No ticket is required for general access.

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Lake Carlsbad Beach Park

Open all day
Park
E Riverside Dr
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Lake Carlsbad Beach Park is a great place for water sports, picnics, and outdoor fun. It features trails, playgrounds, and areas for swimming and fishing along the scenic lake.

Duration: approx. 1-2 hours

Free

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Bat Flight Program in Carlsbad Cavern National Park

Sunset
Cave
3225 National Parks Hwy Carlsbad Caverns National
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The Bat Flight Program at Carlsbad Cavern National Park showcases thousands of bats emerging from the cave at sunset. This spectacular sight attracts many visitors each year and highlights the importance of bats in our ecosystem.

Duration: approx. 1 hour

Free

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Carlsbad Water Park

10:00 AM-6:00 PM
Amusement Park
708 Park Dr
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Carlsbad Water Park is a fun place for families and friends. It features water slides, a lazy river, and a wave pool for everyone to enjoy.

Duration: approx. 2-3 hours

$20

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Pecos River Flume

8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Bodies of Water
Carlsbad
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The Pecos River Flume is an artificial channel in Carlsbad, New Mexico. It transports water from Lake Avalon to arid areas, helping with irrigation and was once featured in 'Ripley's Believe It or Not' for crossing itself.

Duration: approx. 1-2 hours

Free

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Eddy House

9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Sights
Callaway and Westridge drives Flume Park
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Eddy House is a supportive shelter for youth in Carlsbad. It offers counseling and resources to help young people find stability and create better futures.

Duration: approx. 1-2 hours

Free