Other Albuquerque Developments
Space startup Mantis selects Albuquerque for Headquarters and Manufacturing site
Mantis Space, a space startup aiming to build a grid in space, recently announced they have chosen Albuquerque as the site for their headquarters and manufacturing site. The move could bring over 200 high-paying jobs to the area and could generate $480 million in economic impact for the city and state over the next decade, according to the state Economic Development Department.
Rail Trail Will Link ABQ Neighborhoods and Cultural Attractions
By connecting many of Albuquerque’s popular entertainment districts, cultural attractions and busy convention corridor, the Albuquerque Rail Trail will transform the way residents and visitors experience the city. The pedestrian- and bike-friendly trail will feature colorful art installations, storytelling through historical markers, and inviting public spaces with bike racks, benches and shady spots to relax. In addition, small plazas along the trail will be programmed with music, local food vendors and community events.
Linking the Downtown, Wells Park, Sawmill, Barelas and Old Town neighborhoods, the 7-mile loop will provide an easy and safe way for people to access the city’s key cultural attractions without using a vehicle. Major stops along the trail will include the Historic Rail Yards, the Albuquerque Convention Center, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, historic Old Town, the National Hispanic Cultural Center, and the ABQ BioPark’s Aquarium, Botanic Garden and Zoo.
Construction began on the first section of the Rail Trail in 2025, and the City of Albuquerque estimates the entire trail will be open by the end of 2028. For more information about the trail’s plans and progress, visit abqrailtrail.org.
Route 66 Tours Begin in Albuquerque
TourABQ has added a new Route 66 Remixed tour to its lineup. Riders will cruise through town and uncover layers of the Mother Road's past while seeing how local artists and creatives reimagined Route 66 to celebrate the centennial. Heritage Inspirations also has a special Route 66 Albuquerque Architecture & History Tour that takes people through the history, culture and architecture of Route 66 in the city.
New Restaurants Open in Nob Hill
Two new coffee shops in Nob Hill have opened recently. Sukoon Coffeehouse is an authentic Arabic coffeehouse, serving Yemeni coffee and traditional pastries. Daily Rituals is a coffee shop and boutique selling local goods. Tony's Pizzeria serves pizza, salad and more. 4 Horsemen's Mead serves a selection of mead.
New Retail Hub Planned in Northwest Albuquerque
A new retail hub is being planned near the Petroglyph National Monument on the southwest corner of Paseo del Norte and Kimmick Drive. The development will include a mix of retail, medical, restaurant, grocery and early childhood learning tenants. A groundbreaking is expected in 2025.
Route 66 Motel Turning Into Food Court and Shopping Center
The Hacienda Motel is being transformed into the Hacienda Shopping Center. The project will include a food court, a live music space and fountain. There will be eight retail locations, seven restaurants and two bars. It is expected to open in 2025.
New Event Space at Casa Rondeña Winery
In the midst of an expansion, Casa Rondeña Winery is doubling their vineyard acreage and adding a new event center for weddings and private functions. Due to open in early 2024, Casa Rondeña will welcome guests with another beautifully designed building and features.
Legacy Development & Management Plans for Sunport Hotel
While it remains in the planning stages with the City of Albuquerque, Legacy has plans for a five-story hotel that will encompass 112 rooms across 73,595 square feet near the Albuquerque International Sunport. The project remains conceptual at this point, Kassam said. The hotel would be located off Sunport and University boulevards at 1500 Sunport Ave. SE, down the street from Interstate 25.
Netflix Studios Expansion Opens
Netflix recently completed a major expansion of its Albuquerque studios. The expansion includes two 18,000-square-foot soundstages and two 20,000-square-foot soundstages with movable dividing partitions that allow for use as a single soundstage. The expansion also includes more support buildings, mill buildings and a production office building.
Cinelease Studios to Expand in Albuquerque
Cinelease Studios is investing $95 million to expand its studio space in Albuquerque. The expansion includes five soundstages and three ancillary buildings. It is expected to be completed in two phases, and finished by 2029.
