The Rio Rancho Events Center is a 7,000-seat, multi-purpose arena owned by the City of Rio Rancho and managed by Oak View Group. Located at 3001 Civic Center Circle NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144, this versatile venue hosts concerts, sports, family shows, and political events. With seating configurations that range from roughly 6,000 for hockey and arena sports to around 7,500 for concerts, there’s a setup for every type of event. Ticketmaster provides event-specific seating charts so you can pick the best seats for your night out.

Whether you’re traveling from Albuquerque or the surrounding area, we’ve got practical tips to help you plan a smooth visit—from parking and transit options to nearby hotels and dining. Consider us your friendly connection for securing the right seats and planning a hassle-free experience.

Parking around the venue is typically ample and free, with accessible parking close to the main entrance and VIP areas. For transit, ABQ RIDE serves Rio Rancho, and Rio Metro offers additional options—check local transit guides to map your trip. If you’re staying nearby, there are convenient hotel choices such as the Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque North/Rio Rancho, Days Inn by Wyndham Rio Rancho, and Quality Inn Rio Rancho – Albuquerque North Valley. We’ll highlight affiliate partners for easy booking when available, making your ticket and travel plans straightforward. Recent and notable events include a historic rally in 2019 and frequent concerts and sports appearances, including Harlem Globetrotters in 2026. Previously known as Santa Ana Star Center from 2006 to 2020, the venue renamed back to Rio Rancho Events Center in 2020 when naming rights ended. For specific event seating, always refer to the seating chart on Ticketmaster for that show to choose your ideal great seats and the section you want.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 3001 Civic Center Circle NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144.
Venue type: 7,000-seat multi-purpose arena / events center owned by the City of Rio Rancho and managed by Oak View Group.
Capacity: about 7,000 total; approximately 6,000 for hockey/arena sports and up to around 7,500 for concerts (configurations vary).
Seating chart: detailed seating charts are available for each event on Ticketmaster.
Parking: abundant parking around the venue, usually free; accessible parking near main entrance and VIP areas.
Transit: accessible via ABQ RIDE (Rio Rancho buses) and Rio Metro services; plan trips using local transit guides.
Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque North/Rio Rancho; Days Inn by Wyndham Rio Rancho; Quality Inn Rio Rancho – Albuquerque North Valley.
Notable events: hosted Donald Trump’s 2019 campaign rally in Rio Rancho; hosts frequent concerts and sports events (e.g., Harlem Globetrotters 2026).
Renaming history: formerly Santa Ana Star Center (2006–2020); renamed back to Rio Rancho Events Center in 2020 when naming rights ended.