Industry Insider

We are wrapping up a busy spring season in Albuquerque. We welcomed the final Gathering of Nations Pow Wow at the end of April and are grateful for the immense contributions the event has made to the tourism economy in Albuquerque during the past 43 years. The city also hosted the 2026 USA Judo Senior National Championships in early May, welcoming more than 1,250 attendees to our destination. With summer just ahead, we look forward to welcoming even more visitors to Albuquerque.

Each May, we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Our city is home to many great ways to explore and learn about the impact Asian American and Pacific Islander culture has had on our city.

Thank you for being a valued Visit Albuquerque Partner!

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Submit Nominations for Visit Albuquerque’s Board of Directors

As a Partner of Visit Albuquerque, you are encouraged to actively determine the Board leadership of this organization by participating in the annual selection of nominees for our Board of Directors. At our Annual Membership Meeting on September 22, 2026, we will elect a slate of nominees for the fiscal year 2027. 

We encourage you to participate in the process by identifying individuals, including yourself, whom you recommend being considered as Board nominees. Only individuals employed by Visit Albuquerque Partners in good standing are eligible to serve on the Board.

There are four open seats for the FY27 Board from the following industry categories:

• Hospitality/Lodging with 15,000 feet of meeting space – one seat open
• Hospitality/Lodging – one seat open
• Hospitality/Non-Lodging – one seat open
• General Business – one seat open

Qualifications and Expectations for Board Directors:

All nominees must be employed by a business or organization that is a Visit Albuquerque Partner in good standing. In addition, nominees must be:

• Passionate about Albuquerque as a destination;
• The primary decision maker of their company;
• Willing to serve on a high-functioning, working Board;
• Available for committee assignments, as needed;
• Able to attend Visit Albuquerque events;
• Available on the fourth Tuesday of every other month for a Board meeting (11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.) and one annual all-day Board retreat;
• Willing to work hard to provide the best possible leadership in the hospitality industry.

Get more details on the nominations process, and submit your nominations.

Rembe Family Receives Award

The Rembe family recently received the 2026 John A. Myers Award for Leadership in Urban Excellence. The Rembe family purchased the land that eventually became Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm in the 1970s, and they continue to preserve the land and heritage of Los Poblanos. The award honors the Rembe family’s legacy and contributions to the state. Visit Albuquerque is grateful to the Rembe family for the truly remarkable experiences they share with visitors and the products that help share the story of Albuquerque with the world!

The cost is $25 per person for Partner businesses and $40 per person for non-Partners. Take advantage of a special Route 66 Centennial discount and get three spots in an ACE training for $66. Snacks will be provided along with water and coffee. To register, call Trish Hathoot at 505-908-8178 or send an email to TKHTrainingABQ@gmail.com.

KNOW SOMEONE WHO MADE A MOMENT MEMORABLE? NOMINATE AN EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITY WORKER 

Visit Albuquerque is spotlighting local hospitality workers who have created memorable, meaningful experiences through exceptional service.

We’re looking for real stories of hospitality. Tell us about the moments when someone went the extra mile, turned a challenge into a positive experience or made a guest feel genuinely welcomed in Albuquerque. Whether it was a thoughtful gesture, a creative solution or a moment of kindness that stood out, we want to hear what they did and why it mattered.

When you nominate someone, you’ll be asked to share a brief story or example that shows how this individual made a difference. Specific details help us bring these moments to life and inspire others across our hospitality community.

Fill out this form to nominate someone for recognition. Help celebrate hospitality excellence!

Upcoming Meetings and Sports Events

In June 2026, almost 21,800 people will participate in or attend meetings and sports events booked and supported by Visit Albuquerque. These events will generate an estimated $8.7 million in direct spend. Some of the noteworthy events include:

Bolded events are citywide events, defined as events that require a minimum of 400 room nights on peak, and will take place across the city. Although each of these events takes place in one part of town, the people who attend them will visit businesses throughout the city for shopping, dining and entertainment.

Let's come together to make their stay memorable, showcasing the best of Albuquerque’s hospitality. Your welcoming spirit can contribute to a positive experience for these visitors and foster a lasting impression of our community.

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ABQ in the News

Local

• National judo championships come to Albuquerque with $768K economic impact - Albuquerque Business First
• Champions crowned at the 2026 Judo Senior National Competition - KOAT
• Love 4 ABQ: Heart of ABQ 6.6K - KOB
• Love 4 ABQ: Bard Bar Crawl - KOB
• Love 4 ABQ: Cinco de Mayo Lowrider Fiesta - KOB

National

• Route 66, a ‘Linear Museum Stretched Across Eight States,’ Turns 100 - The New York Times
• Route 66 - Colorado Expression
• Best places to celebrate on Cinco de Mayo - The Manual
• Drive In on Route 66 - Group Travel Leader
• Albuquerque, New Mexico: A Mother Road Mecca - Select Traveler
• Best Scenic Drive (U.S. Route 66 ranked No. 7) - USA Today 10Best
• 10 travel destinations inspired by your favorite TV shows - MSN

Resources

April Destination Dashboard

April Leisure eNewsletter

April ABQ365 eNewsletter

May-July Conventions with 500+ Attendees