Albuquerque Fairgrounds Master Plan Has Been Selected
The state chose an Albuquerque-based design firm to lead the 200-acre redevelopment project at Expo New Mexico.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Job Fairs
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The state has selected the Hartman + Majewski Design Group to develop a master plan for the 200-acre Expo New Mexico fairgrounds in Albuquerque. The ambitious redevelopment effort aims to provide new economic, cultural, and recreational opportunities within the city's International District.
Why it matters
The project is designed to revitalize a significant portion of the International District by creating a multipurpose space. Officials intend for the development to drive long-term growth and stability for the area.
The redevelopment project spans 200 acres at the Expo New Mexico site. It is projected to support approximately 940 jobs annually over the next 30 years.
The players
Hartman + Majewski Design Group
An Albuquerque-based design firm that has been selected to create the master plan for the State Fairgrounds.
General Services Department
The state agency responsible for overseeing the project development and selecting the anchor developer.
The details
The project is overseen by the General Services Department, which has already issued a request for proposals to find an anchor developer. Early planning for Phase One suggests the site could eventually feature new housing, parks, a stadium, and a dedicated event center.
Timeline
December 2026: The state will select an anchor developer for the project.
30 years: The duration for which the redevelopment is projected to support local job growth.
Market Landscape
This selection follows the established project timeline set by the New Mexico State Fairgrounds redevelopment initiative. The move signals a transition toward modernizing underutilized state-owned land to compete with private commercial developments in the region.
Residents in the International District can expect significant changes to the local landscape, including new recreational and cultural facilities. The anticipated job creation may provide new long-term employment opportunities for those living in the immediate area.
The takeaway
The transformation of the 200-acre fairgrounds is intended to act as an economic engine for the city over the next several decades. Residents should monitor the upcoming anchor developer selection in late 2026 for the next phase of site development.
What happens next
The General Services Department is scheduled to select an anchor developer for the project in December 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local labor market initiatives on the Job Fairs page.
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