6:00 PM - 10:30 PM MST
The 2026 Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque Showcase Competition will take place on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Civic Plaza in downtown Albuquerque. This free public event features outstanding mariachi ensembles from across the country performing after participating in the Mariachi Spectacular conference workshops. Groups compete across multiple divisions for the opportunity to earn top honors and the chance to open the 35th Annual Mariachi Spectacular Concert at Sandia Resort & Casino the following evening. As part of this year’s theme, “¡Viva La Canción Ranchera!,” participating groups are encouraged to incorporate traditional ranchera music into their performances. Join us for an amazing evening celebrating culture, tradition, and the next generation of mariachi excellence.
More information about the conference and related events can be found on the Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque website.
(phone: 4047316926)
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