Mayor Keller, MRA Director Brunner, City Councilor Joaquín Baca, and City Councilor Klarissa Peña Announce "Park & Chill Sundays" Pilot Program

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – The City of Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller, Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA) Director Terry Brunner, District 2 Councilor Joaquín Baca, and District 3 Councilor Klarissa Peña are proud to announce the launch of a new pilot program, "Park & Chill Sundays," offering Albuquerque's lowrider community and car enthusiasts a designated space to showcase their vehicles on Sunday evenings in Downtown Albuquerque.

"Albuquerque’s lowrider culture is deeply woven into the fabric of our city, and Park & Chill Sundays gives us a chance to celebrate it in a way that unites our community,” said Mayor Tim Keller. “This program brings our families and friends together in a safe environment in the heart of downtown.”

Park & Chill Sundays will take place every Sunday from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The pilot program started on November 10, 2024, and will continue each Sunday through February.  Lowriders will be able to use the parking lot located between 6th & 7th St, North of Central.

"Park & Chill Sundays is a perfect example of our commitment to supporting Albuquerque’s vibrant cultural identity,” said Chief of Staff and Interim Metropolitan Redevelopment Director Terry Brunner. “We want our downtown to reflect the spirit of our community and celebrate Albuquerque’s traditions."

“The Park & Chill pilot program will be a great addition to the lowrider and downtown communities. One unique aspect of downtown is that culturally diverse groups can come together, which doesn't happen often in other cities,” said District 2 City Councilor Joaquín Baca.

Details:

• Celebrating Albuquerque's Lowrider Culture
• 150 parking spaces will be reserved for lowriders on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Lowriders should enter the lot through the east side entrance (off of 6th St.). Traffic flow will be directed by the lowrider community.
• All participants must adhere to city traffic laws (Chapter 8 of the Code of Ordinances).
• Exhibition driving, including peeling out, doughnuts, and using hydraulics, is strictly prohibited.
• Saving or reserving spaces for absent vehicles is not permitted.
• Vendors are not allowed within the designated parking area.
• Each vehicle is limited to one parking space. Parking outside designated spaces will be enforced.

“I want to express my gratitude to District 2 City Councilor Joaquín Baca for working with my Office and the City of Albuquerque’s Cruising Task Force to offer this opportunity to the lowrider community in his District,” said District 3 City Councilor Klarissa Peña, co-sponsor of the event. “Together, with the Cruising Task Force, the City continues the commitment to creating a space where the lowrider community can gather, showcase their passion for cars, and celebrate a unique cultural heritage.”

For more information, view and share the Park & Chill Sundays flyer or email Mara Salcido at [email protected].