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Uptown

The Uptown area encompasses a major business center as well as EXPO New Mexico and two of Albuquerque’s main shopping malls. EXPO New Mexico is home to the New Mexico State Fair, one of the largest state fairs in the country. During the year it is a popular venue for sporting events, festivals and concerts. Coronado Center, Winrock Town Center and ABQ Uptown feature a wide range of shopping opportunities, including local shops and national department stores.

At a Glance: Uptown

Distance from Airport: 9.8 miles/15.77 kilometers 

Activities: Shopping, dining, rodeo, performing arts, weekly flea market

Highlights: Annual New Mexico State Fair, upscale shopping, mall shopping, dining 

The Uptown area is the heart of the city’s modern shopping and business district, including the 222,000-square-foot retail center ABQ Uptown, where you will find a mix of big national brands and local specialty and boutique shops. The neighborhood is home to a wide variety of shopping, dining and lodging options. Uptown offers everything from high-rise hotels to smaller, mid-range hotels, and its dining includes well-known national and New Mexican restaurants.

EXPO New Mexico hosts the New Mexico State Fair every September and major events throughout the year. EXPO New Mexico also hosts a popular flea market every weekend, as well as regular arts and crafts shows, horse shows, concerts and sporting events at Tingley Coliseum.

Guide to Uptown Albuquerque

THINGS TO DO IN UPTOWN

Find attractions, activities, tours and more fun things to do in Uptown! 

EAT & DRINK IN UPTOWN

ABQ has an abundance of great restaurant options featuring our famous regional and traditional cuisine and more. Find places to eat and drink in Uptown!

GET AROUND UPTOWN

View a map of things to do in Uptown.

SHOPPING IN UPTOWN

Find an array of shopping options in the Uptown neighborhood! 

PLACES TO STAY IN UPTOWN

Hotels and resorts are just a few of the types of lodging in Albuquerque. Find your perfect accommodations in Uptown!

EVENTS IN ALBUQUERQUE

See all the events happening around Albuquerque and begin planning your trip!