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Launchpad Tickets
- Location
- Albuquerque, NM
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Upcoming Events at Launchpad
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October 2026
1 eventNovember 2026
5 events- NOV112Dead Boyz & The Underachievers8:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV14Violet Grohl8:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV15INOHA8:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV20Forbidden8:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV21Holy Wave8:00 PMFrom $51View Tickets →
December 2026
1 eventJanuary 2027
1 eventFebruary 2027
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Headliners Coming to Launchpad
2Dead Boyz
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
INOHA
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Forbidden
Friday, November 20, 2026
Holy Wave
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Ballyhoo!
Wednesday, January 27, 2027
Surfer Girl
Sunday, February 7, 2027
The venue
About Launchpad
Launchpad is a beloved small independent music venue in Albuquerque with a rock-forward lineup and a loyal local following. Located at 618 Central Ave SW, the venue features GA standing room with an official capacity around 300, making for an intimate, high-energy show experience. Most events are 21+ (some all-ages shows occur from time to time). The venue has hosted long-running events and annual specials like Night of the Living Cover Bands, capturing the city’s vibrant live music scene. Whether you’re here for a high-octane rock night or a chill set, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.
Practical tips: Review the seating chart on the Ticketmaster listing to understand GA standing space and any reserved areas. Parking is straightforward with a free lot across the street and another lot behind the venue. For a seamless trip, consider nearby lodging like Arrive Albuquerque, just about a block away at 717 Central Ave NW, and explore affiliate-recommended dining options before or after the show. If you’re looking for a nearby convenience, you’ll find a range of hotels and eateries in the Central Avenue corridor. When you’re ready to book, we’ll help you secure your tickets quickly and reliably—like having a friend who can pull the right seats for you. For venue-specific details, confirm age requirements for each show on the event page.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: 618 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102.
- Capacity: approximately 270–300 (GA standing; official capacity 300).
- Venue type: small independent music venue/club with a rock emphasis.
- Parking: free parking available in a lot across the street and behind the venue.
- Seating chart: seating map available on Ticketmaster listing.
- Age policy: most shows are 21+, with some all-ages events on occasion.
- Nearby hotels: Arrive Albuquerque is about a block away (717 Central Ave NW).
- Notable events: long-running Albuquerque venue; hosts annual events like Night of the Living Cover Bands; anniversary coverage noted in local media.
- Renamed/demolished: no evidence of demolition or renaming; venue continues to be listed as Launchpad.