Our Fairgrounds, Reimagined
Catalyzing Opportunity
The Fairgrounds redevelopment is a once-in-a-generation project with the opportunity to transform the 250-acre parcel itself, and the immediate surrounding communities, including the International District, with ripple effects throughout Albuquerque and across the entire state.
“We are called to think big. Future generations will judge us harshly if we think small in this endeavor.”
– New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
What’s New
Survey closing: Feedback on Phase 1
The survey on the recommended Phase 1 Planning is closing Sunday, March 29.
March Board Meeting
The Fairgrounds District Board meeting took place March 23, 2026 at the Alice K. Hoppes African American Pavilion.
Survey: Finalizing the Master Plan – Feedback on Recommended Phase 1 Planning
Review the Recommended Phase 1 Plan and take the survey.
Fairgrounds Reimagined Community Meeting
Save the date for the final Fairgrounds Reimagined community meeting on Friday, March 13.
SB 48 Passes the Legislature
Today, Senate Bill 48, which authorizes $92M in bonding for pre-development of the Fairgrounds passed off the House Floor.
OPINION: Every State Fairgrounds plan is good for the International District
“Yes, there are still details to debate — housing density, park size and whether the State Fair stays or moves. These conversations matter. But let’s not lose sight of what’s at stake.”
Senate approved $92 million for Fairgrounds Reimagined
On February 6, 2026 the New Mexico State Senate approved $92 million in bonds for the Fairgrounds Reimagined project.
Discussion Concept survey closing
The survey for the three preliminary discussion concepts is closing Sunday, February 1, 2026.
KUNM: Let’s talk about redeveloping the State Fairgrounds
On January 8th, 2026 KUNM’s Lets Talk New Mexico hosted guests to discuss the redevelopment of the Fairgrounds.
Discussion Concepts for the Fairgrounds District
The master planning team has shared three discussion concepts to spark imagination on what is possible for our future Fairgrounds.