NAACL 2025 Annual Conference

Visiting Albuquerque 

In Albuquerque, diverse cultures, authentic art and dynamic traditions have helped shape our centuries-old story. No matter your interests, the city has countless opportunities for you to explore while you're here for the NAACL 2025 Annual Conference. From outdoor adventure and delicious food to world-class museums and fun for the whole family, Albuquerque's beauty and character will beat any expectations. Explore our lively neighborhoods, stroll along Central Avenue under the vintage neon glow of Route 66, or soar high above the city in the hot air ballooning capital of the world — and our city is sure to change your perspective.

Find inspiration for things to do around town on our blog, our events calendar, or our website. 

Getting to Albuquerque 

Getting to Albuquerque is easy. Most major airlines serve the Albuquerque International Sunport including Alaska Airlines, American, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit and United.

There are nonstop flights to and from more than 20 cities in the United States. Lack of congestion at the Albuquerque Airport (Sunport) means visitors experience very few ground delays.

Getting Around The City 

There are many ways to get around Albuquerque during your stay. With taxi services and all major rideshare apps it is easy to connect with a reliable ride. Buses are also available for transportation to many of Albuquerque's cultural attractions, and the Albuquerque Rapid Transit (ART) bus provides easy access to and from the Nob Hill, University and Downtown neighborhoods. 

Airport Shuttle Service

Conference attendees arriving at the Albuquerque International Sunport can catch a shuttle from the airport to The Clyde Hotel, DoubleTree or Crowne Plaza. Attendees can follow the wayfinding signage to the designated meeting location for the shuttle. Shuttles will arrive at the airport every 20 to 30 minutes. Additionally, a staffed Visit Albuquerque visitor information booth will be available to assist and direct attendees to the shuttle. 

Complimentary service provided by Visit Albuquerque during the following hours:

• Tuesday, 04/29 | 9:00 AM - 3:00PM

Conference attendees departing from the Albuquerque International Sunport will be able to catch a shuttle to the airport from The Clyde Hotel, DoubleTree or Crowne Plaza. 

Complimentary service provided by Visit Albuquerque during the following hours:

• Sunday, 05/04 | 6:00AM - 1:00PM

• Monday, 05/05 |  6:00AM - 1:00PM

Evening Shuttle Service 

Show your NAACL badge for free shuttle service provided by Visit Albuquerque from the Clyde Hotel to Sawmill Market. 

Sawmill Market houses 27 individual local merchants including a variety of foods, a brewpub, a cocktail and wine bar and a mercantile. Indoor and outdoor dining space is available. Walking south, Old Town is an easy two-minute walk from Sawmill Market. Old Town’s narrow streets and centuries-old adobe houses are home to many restaurants and shops. Old Town Plaza is a charming spot overlooked by 18th-century San Felipe de Neri Church. Learn more about the Old Town neighborhood before your visit. 

Complimentary service provided by Visit Albuquerque / Elegance Limousines / Clyde during the following hours:

• Wednesday, 04/30 | 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM

• Friday, 05/02 | 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM

• Saturday, 05/03 | 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM

Visit Albuquerque's Downtown Convention Welcome Center

Need more? Come by the Visit Albuquerque Convention Welcome Center located on the Southeast corner of 3rd St. & Tijeras Ave. between The Clyde Hotel and the Albuquerque Convention Center.

Hours of Operation for NAACL :

• Tuesday, 04/29 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Wednesday, 04/30 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Thursday, 5/01 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Friday, 5/02 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Find Things To Do In ABQ 

Both traditional and modern, equal parts cool and quaint, Albuquerque is an oasis set in the high desert, full of people with rich histories and inspiring ideas you won’t find anywhere else. Convention delegates coming to Albuquerque for the first-time, or lucky enough to be enjoying a return-trip, will find rest, relaxation, and renewal in a mini-vacation on either end of a conference or meeting.  Immerse yourself in a destination where no visitor has the same experience. There is truly no city like it.

Have a free night during your trip? Check our blog post for things to do in Downtown Albuquerque

See upcoming events in Albuquerque

Check our blog for more ideas during your stay

Events & Entertainment

Sunday ‘Park & Chill’ on Central Avenue

Sunday night, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. – Lowriders will be cruising on Central Avenue (historic Route 66). Some Lowriders will be parked in the lot between 6th & 7th St., north of Central. While in the area stop in at ARRIVE’s DWTNR patio on 8th St. or Ex Novo’s Taproom & Restaurant on 7th St. and Central Ave. Or hang out in Robinson Park at 8th St. and Central Ave.

DoubleTree's Lounge 201

Lounge 201's bar service will be open until 11 p.m. and food orders are open until 10 p.m. nightly for NAACL.

The Clyde Hotel's 1922 Bar

The Clyde Hotel's 1922 Bar is open until 12 a.m. nightly for NAACL.