Special Events
The City of Albuquerque's Special Events Section organizes free music festivals, parades, concerts, and other cultural events.
Special Events also oversees the rental of the Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza facility and the SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT PROCESS.
Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza Rental
Have you considered renting the Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza for your special event?
Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza
Civic Plaza is the social and ceremonial center of our community. This unique, outdoor venue has a capacity for more than 20,000 people and includes a performance stage measuring 35 feet by 96 feet. A beautiful fountain compliments the area.
The rental fee for the Harry E. Kinney Civic Plaza is $60.00 per hour. Additional fees may apply.
Call the City of Albuquerque at 768-3556 for rental information.
- Civic Plaza Rental Package [pdf, 858k]
- Map to Civic Plaza
Mobile Stage Rental
Need a stage for your upcoming event? The Special Events Section rents a Mobile Stage.
Mobile Stage
The stage is about 32 feet long and 18 feet deep and can be towed to most locations within the City of Albuquerque.
A power source, such as a generator, is required to operate the stage.
Mobile stage costs consist of a daily rental and towing fees.
Rental Fees:
- 1 Day Rental - $100
- 2 Day Rental - $150
- 3 Day Rental - $200
- Each additional day costs $50
Towing Fees:
Determined by Knittle's Towing, the cost is based on the towing distance to and from your event. Call 884-5289 for towing cost information.
A Mobile Unit Rental Agreement with the City of Albuquerque is required. Call the Special Events Section at (505) 768-3556 for more information.
- Mobile Stage Rental Form[pdf, 51k]
How to Get a Special Event Permit
Are you planning an event in the City?
Special events require advanced approval and permits from the City of Albuquerque.
The Special Events Office is happy to help guide you through the Event Permitting Process.
A Special Event Permitting Committee meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Event organizers should call early in the planning stages to arrange a meeting.
- SpecialEventPermitApplicationUpdatedFeb2007[pdf, 275k]
- Chief Administrative Officer's Approval Form for Central Avenue closure [pdf, 60k]
- Special Event Permit Schedule Form [pdf, 20k]
- Block Party Application [pdf, 56k]