New Mexico
New Mexico’s natural beauty and year-round sunshine make it a top-tier destination for sporting events of all kinds. With high desert trails, mountain peaks, and wide-open spaces, the state offers an unforgettable setting for everything from endurance races and mountain biking to youth tournaments and outdoor festivals. Its mild climate, rich cultural heritage, and welcoming communities create an atmosphere where athletes and spectators
alike can thrive—making the Land of Enchantment as inspiring as it is accessible.
New Mexico

New Mexico’s natural beauty and year-round sunshine make it a top-tier destination for sporting events of all kinds. With high desert trails, mountain peaks, and wide-open spaces, the state offers an unforgettable setting for everything from endurance races and mountain biking to youth tournaments and outdoor festivals. Its mild climate, rich cultural heritage, and welcoming communities create an atmosphere where athletes and spectators
alike can thrive—making the Land of Enchantment as inspiring as it is accessible.
As the largest city in New Mexico, Albuquerque is rich in history and culture. From unique architecture to one-of-a-kind cuisine, the city offers an immersive experience for visitors of all ages. With more than 310 days of sunshine each year and a mild four-season climate, Albuquerque is the perfect location for both outdoor and indoor sporting events.
Hotel Rooms: 17,000Hotel tax rate: 15 percent
Major Facilities:
- Jennifer Riordan Spark Kindness Regional Sports Complex features five collegiate-level baseball fields that can also accommodate softball
- Balloon Fiesta Park is an 86-acre multipurpose grass park
- New Mexico Soccer Tournament Complex features 22 grass fields
- Jerry Cline Tennis Complex has 18 courts
- Manzano Mesa Pickleball Facility houses 18 lighted courts
- Los Altos Softball Complex encompasses five lighted softball fields
The 600,000-square-foot Albuquerque Convention Center is a versatile facility that can accommodate a variety of sports from archery to volleyball.
Contact:Visit Albuquerque, VisitABQ.org.
Farmington is the ultimate playground for outdoor enthusiasts and active families, offering excellent sports facilities and year-round adventure. From championship golf courses and baseball diamonds to pools and wrestling arenas, Farmington delivers top-quality venues ready to host tournaments of all kinds.
Hotel Rooms: 1,707Hotel tax rate: 13 percent plus $2.50 per room, per night
Major Facilities:
- Ricketts Park is a 6,100-seat baseball park
- Justis Park has ball fields on its 9.1 acres
- The 156-acre Farmington Sports Complex contains three soccer fields, eight lighted tennis courts, four baseball fields, and four softball fields
- Worley Baseball Field is a 200-seat ballpark
- The Aquatic Center features an indoor Olympic-sized pool
McGee Park Convention Center is a 49,500-square-foot facility.
Contact:Farmington CVB, farmingtonmn.org.
Las Cruces is nestled in the Mesilla Valley between the Organ Mountains and the Rio Grande. The city sits at the crossroads of two interstates—I-10 and I-25—and is the second largest city in the state.
Hotel Rooms: 3,000Hotel tax rate: 13.39 percent plus $2.50 per room, per night
Major Facilities:
- Hadley Sports Complex boasts 11 baseball/softball fields
- Pan American Center is a 12,000-seat multipurpose arena
- Aggie Memorial Stadium is a 30,000-seat college football stadium
- High Noon Soccer Complex consists of 12 soccer fields
- Field of Dreams Softball offers four fields
- Field of Dreams Baseball has three fields
The Las Cruces Convention Center has hosted numerous events such as the US Combat Sports Grapplefest and Battle of the Badges Boxing event.
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Contact:Visit Las Cruces, VisitLasCruces.com.
Rio Rancho’s mild high desert climate allows for outdoor sports almost year-round with close to 300 days of sunshine each year.
Hotel Rooms: 445Major Facilities:
- Rio Rancho Events Center is a 7,000-seat multipurpose facility
- Rio Rancho Sports Complex has seven softball fields that can also accommodate soccer
and football - Bernalillo Soccer Complex features 22 fields
- McDermott Athletic Center is a 60,000-square-foot arena for baseball, basketball, and hockey
- Rio Rancho Aquatic Center includes an eight-lane, 25-yard pool
Visit Rio Rancho, VisitRioRancho.org.
Santa Fe is located at an elevation of 7,000 feet, which makes it an ideal high-elevation training ground for athletes. The city also ranks high for having the best air quality in the U.S.
Hotel Rooms: 5,000Hotel tax rate: 15 percent
Major Facilities:
- Municipal Recreation Sports Complex has seven soccer fields, four baseball fields, and a rugby field
- Genoveva Chavez Center houses an Olympic-sized pool, three volleyball courts, indoor track, and an ice rink
- Las Campanas has two Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses
- Forked Lightning Racquet Club will open in the fall of 2025 and feature 12 tennis courts, 12 pickleball courts, and three padel courts
The 72,000-square-foot Santa Fe Community Convention Center boasts 40,000 square feet of indoor flexible meeting space.
Contact:Tourism Santa Fe, santafe.org.
