I’m often asked, what is the first step to planning a wedding, it’s your DATE then VENUE then the TIME of your ceremony. So, if you have no clue where you want to have your ceremony or reception, I have compiled my personal list of places to consider. Plus, I’m happy to share it with you! Of course, I do so with the hopes that you will reach out to me again to see if I am available to Officiate your wedding.
BUT before you go, should you decide to contact one of the VENDORS OR VENUES, please tell them I referred you, but even more important than that is, should you have to leave a message, PLEASE leave as much information as possible… besides your name and phone number.. provide the DATE you want to get married or a couple of dates if you are flexible, otherwise, you might not get a return phone call. I on the other hand will call you back no matter what. 🙂
♥♥♥♥NEW on my list of favorites is Explora. You may not have expected it, but the Explora Science Center & Children’s Museum offers a unique wedding venue, providing a perfect balance between fun for the kids and celebration for the adults. Explora features an array of captivating spaces to host your wedding ceremony, with the Rotary Pavilion being a standout favorite. While it boasts the stunning Sandia Mountains as a backdrop, it’s not the only incredible feature – there are plenty of other enchanting spots to choose from. Celebrate your special day in a setting that harmoniously combines education and joy, all against the backdrop of the beautiful Sandia Mountains. Almost no decoration needed! https://www.explora.us/about/ 505-600-6507 or rentals@explora.us
CHAPELS
UNM Chapel, 277-9093 Kathy Scott, email kascott1@unm.edu
Hotel ABQ, ask for Aimee, 222-8716 www.hotelABQ.com
Chapel Guadalupe Old Town, Tamara Hochman 860-558-7149 https://chapelguadalupe.com/
Old Ysidro Church http://www.corraleshistory.com/index.html 263-0666
Shriners on Zuni 255-5329, 6600 Zuni Rd SE
Village of Tijeras – small church + gazebo 281-1220
Hyatt Regency Downtown, 505-843-2679 http://albuquerque.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/meetings-and-events/weddings.html
COUNTRY CLUBS
Albuquerque Country Club ask for Jerrielynne 247-4111 ext 107 https://albuquerquecountryclub.memberstatements.com
Canyon Club, Carol Julie 505-299-9555 ext 102 email: jdees@canyonclubgolf.com
Tanoan Country Club 505-822-0422 http://www.tanoancountryclub.com/weddings-events
HOTELS
Sheraton Uptown 505-830-5782-Natalie Ramos https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/abqsi-sheraton-albuquerque-uptown/
Sandia Resort 798-3970, http://www.sandiacasino.com/weddings/
Hotel Andaluz 505- 242-9090 http://www.hotelandaluz.com/weddings/
Hyatt Regency Downtown 505-843-2679 email:Carin.Corrie@hyatt.com http://albuquerque.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/meetings-and-events/weddings.html
Hyatt Regency Tamaya “Chelsea” 771-6039 http://tamaya.regency.hyatt.com/en/hotel/weddings.html
Sheraton ABQ Airport 505-244-8549, ask for Cherie www.sheratonalbuquerqueairport.com
Courtyard by Marriott, 998-2165 ask for Raelene www.marriott.com/abqcy
Marriott Uptown 505-837-6674 www.marriot.com/abqnm
Hotel Parq Central 998-7601 ask for Noelle http://hotelparqcentral.com/
Inn at Rio Rancho 892-1700, http://www.riorancho-inn.com/
Hotel ABQ, ask for Aimee, 222-8716 www.hotelABQ.com
Marriott Pyramid, ask for Sarah 505-798-6445 www.marriott.com/abqmc
MCM Eleganet, ask for Catherine 314-7695, chatcher@mcmelegante.com
Hotel Cascada ask for ? 855-6115 email rhenry@thehotelcascada.com
Barcelona Suites 255-5566 www.barcelonasuitesabqcom pfollo@newmexico-lodging.com
EVENT CENTERS
Explora Science Center https://www.explora.us/about/ 505-600-6507 or rentals@explora.us
Casas de Suenos/ Old Town Banquet Hall 505-247-4560 http://www.casasdesuenos.com/
Prairie Star 867-3327 “Rebecca” http://mynewmexicogolf.com/prairie_star/
The View Event Center 505-463-2998 https://thevieweventcenter.com/
Casa Rodena Winery, ask for Jerry or Vicki, 505-278-0506, www.casarodena.com
El Zocalo ask for Rudy 505- 867-8687 www.ElZocaloPlaza.com
Nature Pointe 450-2384 http://www.naturepointe.com/~naturepo/weddings/
ABQ Party Space 505-250-5807 ask for Avery http://www.albuquerqueweddinghall.com/index.html
Casa Vieja 505-269-1919 ask for Gary or Linda http://www.casaviejaevents.com/
The Banque Lofts, David 280-2598 www.downtownbanquelofts.com
Casa Esencia, 222-8736, 800 Rio Grande Blvd NW http://www.casaesencia.com,
Museum of Natural History 363-9890 “Beverly”
Southwest Event Center, Los Lunas 505-865-4600 https://www.swecevents.com/
ABQ Bio Park 848-7115
ABQ Museum 768-3525, Lucia Garcia, better to go in person
Casa Perea Art & Event Center, Holly 505-503-7636 or 315-576-1943 https://casapereaartspace.com/
ABQ Garden Center 296.6020, ask for Suzy or Laurie www.albuquerquegardenctr.org
El Nido del Halcon 906 Isleta Blvd 221-3014
The Event Palace 323-3730 www.eventpalace.org on Eubank
Old Town Farm 505-720-4649 Trish http://oldtownfarm.com/
Hispano Culture Center “Diana” 246-2261
ABQ Balloon Museum (505) 768-6028 www.cabq.gov/balloon
Rio Grande Nature Center http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/prd/rgnc.htm
Viva Events 867-4587 http://www.vivaeventsnm.com , Bernalillo
Salon Del Alba 505-203-3345 or 505-304-5015 8001 Central Ave NE
Hubbell House http://www.hubbellhousealliance.org/property.htm
Fiesta on the Green 768-6044 Rebecca Hammer or 768-6050 ~ Susan Rice $250 Parks & Rec department
Sandia Lakes 505-771-5190 http://www.sandiapueblo.nsn.us/sandia-lakes/
Casa Benavides on 4th http://www.casadebenavidez.com 898-3311
ABQ Railyards
UNM Student Union 505-277-3258 email eshelton@unm.edu ask for Edith Shelton
Koinonia Gardens 505-294-5070 http://koinonia-abq.com/koinonia-gardens.html
Indian Pueblo Culture Center, ask for Amy 505-724-3509 email aliotta@indianpueblo.com
Birthday Blitz (yes, they do weddings there) ask for Ann 505-873-3792 https://www.birthdayblitzllc.com/
Indoor Party Tyme 450-8483 www.indoorpartytyme.com
ABQ Convention Center 505-768-3873, ask for Marjorie email mgallegos@albuquerquecc.com
La Mesita Ranch http://la-mesita-ranch.com/ 505-920-2698 ask for Michelle
Manzano Mountain Retreat 505-384-4467 or 505-241-9000 www.manzanoretreat.com
Pongal Event Center 505-892-5022 http://pongalevents.com/
If in CHAMA, NM …Log River Ranch 575-209-0589 https://www.logriverranch.com/
BED N BREAKFAST
Casas de Suenos Old Town Banquet Hall 505-247-4560 http://www.casasdesuenos.com/
The Chocolate Turtle 505-898-1800 www.chocolateturtlebb.com
Inn at Paradise ask for Diane 898-6161 http://www.innatparadise.com
Red Horse Vineyard B & B ask for Darlene 505-877-1491 www.redhorsebb.com
GOLF COURSES
Desert Greens 898-7001 http://www.desertgreensgolfcourse.com/albuquerque-wedding-ceremony/
Sandia Golf Course Event Center, 553-6802,
Four Hills Country Club 299-9555 ext 131 http://www.fourhillscc.com
Ladera GC GC “Billy” 768-5365
UNM Golf Course 505-277-3258 email eshelton@unm.edu ask for Edith Shelton
PARKS
UNM Duck Pond (720 Yale NE) Student Activity Ctr 277-4706 ask for Crystal …..www.ems.unm.edu or email event@unm.edu (this contact info could very well be wrong, so if it is ask whoever answers the phone for the correct phone #.
Old Town Gazebo ~ Culture Services 768-3531 or 205-6789
Kiwanis Picnic area @ Elena Gallegos https://www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/open-space/facilities/rental-facilities (505) 452-5217
Pat Hurley Park @ Central & Yucca (over looks the city)
West Park Bluff (I40 & Coors) R on Ouray, R on Alamogordo, L on Ian, R on Vista Grande Dr NW
McDuffy Park aka Hidden Park (this park is really hidden but if you go to address 3710 Mackland Ave NE you will see an oversized alley way to the right of their driveway …. You enter the park from here.
Shady Lakes 11033 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-2568 http://www.shadylakes.com/
Lazy River Hiking Trail @ 6770 Lazy River Ct NE (this is actually a residence but the trail is a public trail next to this address. Sandy trail but great views of the river and mountains.
Westside ~ Rio Vista Park
Rio Rancho Veterans Memorial Park (Behind Post Office on Southern & Pinetree. Must see to appreciate.
Las Huertas Picnic Area, Placitas, NM http://www.recreation.gov/camping/las-huertas-picnic-area/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=75382
NM Veterans Memorial 1100 Louisiana Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
RESTAURANTS with private rooms for a ceremony/reception
Seasons 766-5100 http://seasonsabq.com
Savoy 294-9463 http://savoyabq.com/
St. Clair 243-9916 http://www.stclairwinery.com/
Casa Benavides on 4th http://www.casadebenavidez.com 898-3311
El Patron 275-0223 http://www.elpatronabq.com/
Sadies 345-5339 ask for Lori www.sadiesofnewmexico.com
El Pinto http://www.elpinto.com/ 898-1771
If in CHAMA, NM …Log River Ranch 575-209-0589 https://www.logriverranch.com/