It is our goal at the Las Cruces Convention Center to provide great customer service for all planners, visitors, and exhibitors that will be our guests.  Below are some frequently asked questions to help address some of the initial questions you may have. 

In addition, please feel free to call us at 575.526.0100 so we may answer any other questions you may have.

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

Does the Center have a sustainability/Green program in place?

            Yes, the building is LEED certified and operationally we utilize Global Spectrum’s STEP UP Program to create a sustainable building.

I'm interested in holding an event in Las Cruces.  Who do I contact?

            Click here to meet the Sales Team.

Who is the food and beverage provider at the convention center?

            The food and beverage department is run in-house by Global Spectrum.  By managing the department in-house this gives our team more flexibility and control over pricing, service, and quality.

            Click here view our floor plans.

Does the Convention Center host weddings?

            Yes, the convention center can handle weddings and quinceaneras from 50 to 800 guests.  The Las Cruces Convention Center has small, medium, and large spaces to make your event intimate and personalized.

            Click here to meet the Sales Team.

What is your animal policy?

            For the safety and comfort of all our visitors, animals are not permitted in the Las Cruces Convention Center.  However, animals that are part of an approved exhibit, display or performance, which absolutely requires the use of an animal, will be permitted on a case by case basis.  The customer is responsible for obtaining all appropriate permits.  Guide, signal or service dogs (as defined by Law) are allowed in the Las Cruces Convention Center. All sanitary needs for animals are the responsibility of the show or guest.

            We have complimentary public wireless internet located throughout the building.

PARKING:

Where can I find parking?

            The Las Cruces Convention Center has an dedicated parking lot adjacent to the building with overflow parking located at the corner of Knox St and College Ave on the New Mexico State University Campus.

Can I stay in my RV/motor home overnight at the Convention Center?

            The utilization of an RV/Motor Home in the Convention Center parking lot is strictly prohibited.  For information regarding RV Parks please visit the Las Cruces Convention and Visitors Bureau by Clicking Here.

TRAVEL:

What’s the address for the Las Cruces Convention Center?

            For directional and mailing purposes, we are located at 680 E University Ave. Las Cruces, New Mexico 88001

Click here to view our Parking and Directions page.

How far away is the Las Cruces Convention Center from an airport?

            The closest commercial airport is the El Paso International Airport [ELP] located a short 45 minute drive from the Las Cruces Convention Center. 

What are the nearest hotels?

            Please visit the Las Cruces Convention and Visitors Bureau (click here) for more information regarding hotels within close proximity of the Las Cruces Convention Center.  There are over 2,500 hotel rooms within a 6 mile radius of the Las Cruces Convention Center.

Do you have a list of nearby restaurants?

            Please visit the Las Cruces Convention and Visitors Bureau (click here) for more information regarding a list of restaurants.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Can the convention center accept packages prior to my move-in? 

            The Las Cruces Convention Center does not operate a shipping and receiving department.  All shipments should be sent no earlier than 2 days prior to move-in. Packages being shipped out need to be placed in the designated area on the loading dock, have all proper paperwork and a pick up call must be placed by the shipper.  The Las Cruces Convention Center is not responsible for packages being misplaced, lost, shipped, or received therefore this liability falls directly on the shipping and receiving organization/person.

Employment at the Convention Center?

            The Las Cruces Convention Center is managed by Global Spectrum, a subsidiary of Comcast-Spectacor. 

            Click here to view job listings at the Las Cruces Convention Center and any other Global Spectrum-managed venue.