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About Albuquerque Convention Center
Welcome to the Albuquerque Convention Center, your reliable, no-fuss destination for extraordinary events in downtown Albuquerque. Located at 401 2nd Street NW, this versatile complex houses the Kiva Auditorium, expansive Fran Hill Exhibit Hall, and a spacious ballroom, all built to host concerts, trade shows, conventions, and community gatherings. We’ve got you covered with accessible parking, convenient transit options, and nearby hotel and dining choices to make your planning seamless.
Whether you’re attending a Broadway show in Kiva Auditorium, exploring trade shows in the Fran Hill Exhibit Hall, or assembling a large banquet in the Ballroom, this venue is designed for comfort, clarity, and a smooth attendee experience. Read on for parking, transit, seating details, and trusted hotel and restaurant recommendations to pair with your event plans.
Venue basics: Downtown multipurpose convention center with performing arts spaces including Kiva Auditorium (approximately 2,300 seats), Fran Hill Exhibit Hall (up to 9,048 theater-style, 106,200 sq ft), and a 31,000 sq ft Ballroom (up to 1,800 banquet or 2,400 general session).
Location & access: 401 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. On-site Convention Center Parking Structure offers roughly 1,500 spaces. Overflow parking available in Civic Plaza lot/garage. The center is connected to downtown via an underground concourse to nearby hotels, making arrival easy from most nearby accommodations.
Transit: Accessible via ABQ Rapid Ride and downtown transit options. The underground concourse provides a weather-protected link to nearby hotels, offices, and dining. If you’re driving, secure your parking early for peak event days.
Nearby hotels & dining (affiliates preferred): For convenient stays, consider Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton (125 2nd St NW); DoubleTree by Hilton Albuquerque (201 Marquette Ave NW); The Clyde Hotel (formerly Hyatt Regency Albuquerque) at 330 Tijeras Ave NW; Comfort Inn & Suites Albuquerque Downtown. We partner with trusted hotel and restaurant options to help secure your reservations and ensure smooth planning for your trip.
Notable events hosted: Albuquerque Comic-Con, lowrider exhibitions, concerts and Broadway shows at Kiva Auditorium, and large trade shows at the Fran Hill Exhibit Hall. Whether you’re attending or organizing, we’ve got you covered with practical details and dependable service.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 401 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
- Venue type: Downtown multipurpose convention center with performing arts spaces (Kiva Auditorium, exhibit halls, ballroom)
- Kiva Auditorium capacity: approximately 2,300 seats
- Fran Hill Exhibit Hall capacity: 106,200 sq ft exhibit space; up to about 9,048 in theater-style configuration
- Ballroom: about 31,000 sq ft, capable of up to 1,800 banquet or 2,400 general session
- Parking: on-site Convention Center Parking Structure with roughly 1,500 spaces; overflow in Civic Plaza lot/garage
- Transit: accessible via ABQ Rapid Ride and downtown transit; connected to downtown via an underground concourse to nearby hotels
- Nearby hotels: Hotel Andaluz Albuquerque, Curio Collection by Hilton (125 2nd St NW); DoubleTree by Hilton Albuquerque (201 Marquette Ave NW); The Clyde Hotel (formerly Hyatt Regency Albuquerque) at 330 Tijeras Ave NW; Comfort Inn & Suites Albuquerque Downtown
- Notable events hosted: Albuquerque Comic-Con, Lowrider exhibitions, concerts and Broadway shows at Kiva Auditorium; large trade shows at the Fran Hill Exhibit Hall