City Council President Klarissa J. Peña invites everyone to "Route 66 WestFest 2026"
Route 66 WestFest - Celebrating the “Mother Road’s Centennial!"
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — District 3 Councilor and City Council President Klarissa J. Peña, in partnership with the West Central Community Development Group (WCCDG), invites the media and the public to WestFest, a free and vibrant community fiesta at the West Central Route 66 Visitor Center.
Held during this year’s Route 66 Centennial Celebration, the event will feature live music, local vendors, a massive car show, and opportunities for civic engagement. Attendees are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food donation to support the Rio Grande Food Project.
WHO:
- City Council President Klarissa J. Peña (District 3)
- West Central Community Development Group (WCCDG)
- Rio Grande Food Project
- City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, and Nonprofit Representatives
WHAT: Route 66 WestFest. The event will include:
- A classic car show featuring over 100 vehicles.
- Live music and local business vendor booths.
- Community surveys to gather resident input on needs, wants, and neighborhood ideas.
- Information on future projects and redevelopment successes along West Central.
- A food drive benefiting the Rio Grande Food Project.
WHEN: Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
WHERE: West Central Route 66 Visitor Center 12300 Central S.W., Albuquerque, NM 87121 (Note: Free Park and Ride services are available from the Westgate, West Mesa, and Alamosa Community Centers.)
CONTACT: For more information, contact WCCDG at [email protected] or call 505-808-9278.
