Elegant wedding reception setup at the Albuquerque Event Center with round tables, ambient lighting, and a decorated head table

Albuquerque's Most Flexible Wedding Venue

Your Wedding, Your Way

A beautiful, open-layout venue for up to 150 guests. Bring your own caterer, your own traditions, and your own vision. We provide the space, the support, and the freedom to make your day unforgettable.

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Where Albuquerque Celebrates Love

Where Albuquerque Celebrates Love

Albuquerque is a city where cultures come together, and weddings here reflect that beautifully. Whether your celebration includes a lazo ceremony, a hora loca, a traditional Anglo reception, or a fusion of family traditions from every corner of New Mexico, the Albuquerque Event Center is built to welcome it all. Our open floor plan adapts to ceremonies and receptions of every size, from intimate gatherings of 30 to celebrations of 150. With an open vendor policy and a dedicated coordinator to help you pull everything together, you get complete creative control without the inflated price tag of a hotel ballroom. Located in the heart of Albuquerque with ample free parking, our venue is easy for your guests to find and impossible for them to forget. Your love story is one of a kind. Your venue should let you tell it your way.

Why Choose Us

Everything You Need for Your Wedding

A venue designed to give you flexibility, freedom, and peace of mind.

Up to 150 Guests

A spacious, versatile layout that comfortably seats 100 for dinner or hosts up to 150 for a standing reception. Room for the dance floor, the buffet, the photo booth, and everyone you love.

Open Catering Policy

Bring any licensed caterer, food truck, or family-prepared spread. No vendor lock-in, no kitchen fees. From green chile enchiladas to a five-course plated dinner, serve exactly what you want.

Photo-Ready Spaces

Beautiful backdrops for wedding photos inside and out. Our ambient lighting and clean aesthetic give your photographer stunning shots without extra setup.

Flexible Lighting & Decor

Enhanced ambient lighting, customizable color washes, and full freedom to bring in your own decor. String lights, floral arches, draped ceilings, or a neon sign with your new last name. Make it yours.

Ceremony & Reception in One Venue

Host your ceremony and reception in the same space and skip the logistics of shuttling guests between locations. We will reconfigure the room during the reception transition so everything is seamless.

Dedicated Wedding Coordinator

Our on-site coordinator works with you from the first walkthrough to the last dance. Vendor coordination, timeline management, and day-of support so you can focus on enjoying your wedding.

Our Space

Wedding at Our Venue

Ballroom set up for a celebrationElegant table settings with centerpiecesVenue interior with modern lightingDance floor area with decorative lightingOutdoor entrance and facadeEvent space configured for a celebration
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Simple Pricing

Transparent, Honest Pricing

No hidden fees. No surprise charges. Just a beautiful venue at a fair price.

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Base Package

Venue Rental

$750

Plus tax · up to 8 hours

Our base package includes everything you need for a beautiful event. Tables and chairs included, with the freedom to bring your own vendors.

  • Up to 8-hour venue rental
  • Tables and chairs (up to 75 chairs included)
  • Free parking for all guests
  • Open vendor policy — bring any caterer, DJ, or decorator
  • Flexible floor plan configuration
  • Setup and cleanup time included
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Available Add-Ons

  • Additional Chairs$5 per chair

    Need seating for more than 75 guests? Add extra chairs as needed.

  • Linen Rentals$15 per table

    Elegant table linens to elevate your event décor.

  • Sound System$150 per day

    Bluetooth speaker system for music, speeches, and announcements.

Reserve Your Date

$250 deposit to reserve your date. This deposit goes toward your event total. The remaining balance is due in full 7 days prior to your event.

Military, nonprofit, and recurring booking discounts available. Contact us for details.

A Venue That Honors Your Traditions

Albuquerque weddings are unlike weddings anywhere else. Here, a reception might open with a mariachi serenade, include a lazo ceremony uniting two families, and end with biscochos on every table. The padrinos and madrinas play a central role, and the dollar dance is a celebration in itself. Whether you are continuing traditions passed down through generations of New Mexico families or weaving together customs from different cultures and backgrounds, the Albuquerque Event Center gives you the space and flexibility to do it all. Our team has experience supporting multi-part celebrations and events that blend the formal with the festive. We never impose a template on your day. We just make sure the room, the sound, the lighting, and the logistics are handled so your traditions can take center stage.

  • Lazo and arras ceremonies with dedicated altar space
  • Mariachi and live music friendly with professional sound system
  • Space for a traditional dollar dance and bouquet toss
  • Dedicated MC and event coordination support
  • Flexible timelines for multi-part celebrations
  • Room for padrinos seating, sweet table, and family displays
A Venue That Honors Your Traditions

Testimonials

Loved by Our Community

Real stories from real celebrations at our venue.

“From the moment we toured the Albuquerque Event Center, we knew it was the right place for our wedding. We had 120 guests, a full mariachi band, and a taco bar from our favorite local caterer, and the space handled it all beautifully. The open vendor policy saved us thousands compared to other venues, and the coordinator helped us set up the lazo ceremony area exactly the way we envisioned it. Our families are still talking about how perfect everything was. If you want a venue that respects our traditions and gives you the freedom to make your day your own, this is it.”

Maria & Carlos Garcia

Wedding • October 2024

Only a few Saturday evenings still available this spring.

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FAQ

Wedding Questions Answered

Common questions about hosting your wedding at our venue.

Yes. Many of our couples host both the ceremony and the reception at the Albuquerque Event Center. We will set up the ceremony layout and then reconfigure the space during the transition so the room is ready for dinner and dancing. This eliminates the need for guest transportation between locations and keeps your day running smoothly.
Setup access depends on your package. The Essential package includes a 1-hour setup window, the Standard package includes 2 hours, and the Premium package includes 3 hours before your event start time. If you need extended access for elaborate decor or vendor setup, we can arrange early entry for an additional fee.
Yes. We have a private bridal suite where the wedding party can get ready, relax, and take photos before the ceremony. The room includes a full-length mirror, seating, good lighting, and a secure space for personal belongings throughout the event.
Absolutely. Our sound system supports live music, and we have experience hosting full mariachi ensembles, DJ setups, solo acoustic performers, and multi-piece bands. For the Standard and Premium packages, our coordinator will work with your musicians on sound checks and timing.
Events can run until 11:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays and until 10:00 PM on Sundays through Thursdays. Music volume must be reduced after 10:00 PM on weekends. If you need a later end time, please ask, and we will do our best to accommodate.
Yes. Our Standard and Premium packages include a dedicated event coordinator who manages your vendor arrivals, keeps your timeline on track, handles room transitions, and serves as the point of contact so you and your families can focus on celebrating. For the Essential package, coordination can be added as an upgrade.
No. We have a fully open vendor policy. You can use any licensed caterer, baker, florist, DJ, photographer, or other vendor you choose. We do maintain a preferred vendor list of local professionals we have worked with and trust, which we are happy to share as a starting point.
We recommend booking 6 to 12 months in advance for Friday and Saturday weddings, especially during peak season from May through October. Weekday and Sunday dates are generally available with shorter lead times. A 25% deposit secures your date.

Only a Handful of Saturday Dates Left This Season

Peak-season Saturdays fill fast. Schedule a free walkthrough to see the space, ask questions, and lock in your date before it is taken.

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