Albuquerque Sports Commission

EXCEEDING YOUR EXPECTATIONS FROM START TO FINISH!

Our dedicated sports & services teams will help make your event go the distance. Learn more about why Albuquerque is the perfect destination for your next event.

WHY CHOOSE ALBUQUERQUE

Knowledgeable, Friendly and Dedicated Albuquerque Sports Commission and Services Team
In-house marketing and public relations support
Accessible: centrally located with ample air and ground access
Affordable: hotels, facilities, amenities and attractions
Mild year-round weather

Albuquerque is a welcoming Southwest destination with stunning landscapes, 310 days of sunshine, gorgeous sunsets, blue skies and low humidity.

Rich in culture and tradition, Albuquerque will be a unique and incredible destination for your sporting event participants.

Albuquerque has several hotel districts, all within 20 minutes of the airport. Many hotels offer a distinct New Mexican atmosphere that allow attendees to immerse themselves in the rich culture and hospitable charm of the city. With over 17,000 hotel rooms in the Albuquerque area, no event is too large.

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SPORTS FACILITIES

Albuquerque is home to many high quality sporting venues with the Sandia Mountains creating a magnificent backdrop for your event. The Albuquerque Sports Commission will help you find the perfect site. For more information on additional venues and how to book a venue, contact the Albuquerque Sports Commission.

FEATURED FACILITIES:

Albuquerque Indoor Track Facility

200-meter banked Mondo track
Infield events: Oval - 6 lanes; Sprints - 8 lanes
Field events: Vertical and Horizontal jumps; Throwing Pit
Located inside the Albuquerque Convention Center
Bleacher seating for 2,000
TV ready lighting
Learn more about the facility and view upcoming track meets here.

Jennifer Riordan Spark Kindness Sports Complex

5 collegiate level baseball fields with high school level field lighting
Modifiable to accommodate baseball and softball
Fully synthetic turf
Two bullpens and dugouts per field
Bleacher seating with shade canopies at each field
Multi-purpose building with a full concession stand, press boxes, locker rooms, and an event room

Balloon Fiesta Park

86-acre multi-purpose grass field
Indoor command post available
Sid Cutter Pavillion: 12,000 sq ft multi-use indoor space
Dedicated staff on-site
Ample parking
Ideal for a variety of sporting events

Duke City BMX Facility

Covered BMX track
Bleacher seating
Concessions and parking

Jerry Cline Tennis Complex

18 laykold courts (13 lighted)
On court benches (12 with shade structures)
Tournament command indoor facility
Locker rooms
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Staff on-site

Manzano Mesa Pickleball Facility

18 lighted courts
Ample parking
Auxiliary space for tournament needs

New Mexico Soccer Tournament Complex

22 grass fields (8 lighted)
Tournament command building available
Open space that can be utilized for vendors and food trucks

University of New Mexico Sports Facilities

University Arena aka “The Pit”: 15,400 seat indoor basketball arena
Branch Field at University Stadium: 39,200 seat outdoor football stadium
Soccer and track complex: 6,200 seats
Indoor and outdoor tennis courts: 13 lighted outdoor; 6 indoor
Ample parking and concessions available

ALBUQUERQUE CONVENTION CENTER

Located in downtown Albuquerque and minutes away from the Albuquerque International Sunport, the 600,000 sq. ft. Albuquerque Convention Center (ACC) is a versatile facility capable of handling sports from archery to volleyball. The staff of the ACC is very sports-friendly and eager to support your event. A dedicated event manager will ensure that your needs are met and that your event is a success.

167,562 total square feet of exhibit space (106,200 clear-span/30’ floor to truss)
31,000 square-foot ballroom and balcony
Versatile public areas
Over 900 hotel rooms located within walking distance
Free Wi-Fi zones in lobby areas
Easy access to Interstates 25 and 40

GOLF COURSES

Golf Digest and Golf Magazine have ranked several Albuquerque, New Mexico golf courses among the best in the country. The natural attributes of Albuquerque’s landscape translate into a creative edge in golf design that offers parkland, desert, and mountain courses.

The destination’s high desert setting provides mile-high elevation, varied landscape, sunny days, low humidity and an endless blue sky for a perfect golf experience.

15 courses in the Albuquerque area
9-, 18-, and 27-hole courses available
Lighted driving ranges available
Pro Shops and Dining available

PAST EXPERIENCE

The Albuquerque Sports Commission has considerable experience hosting a wide range of sporting events both large and small and understands the significance of collaborative efforts and the importance of cooperation from a multitude of organizations to create a successful event.

Past Experience Highlights

National Senior Games - 2019
NCAA Regional and National Championships
USA Roller Sports Speed, Figure, and Hockey National Championships - 2013 and 2015
USA Track & Field Indoor Championships - 2010–2014, 2017-2018, 2020
USA Track & Field Masters Indoor Championships - 2011, 2016 and 2017
USA Track & Field Junior Olympic Cross Country - 2003, 2012 and 2015
United States Olympic Committee events - USA Archery, USA Boxing, USA Climbing, USA Gymnastics, and USA Weightlifting
US Bowling Congress Open Championships - 2000 and 2008
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta - annually in October
New Mexico Bowl - annually in December