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El Zócalo Plaza Event Center
El Zócalo Plaza Event Center
Tent Set Up
Tent Set Up
Courtyard Chairs for Ceremony
Courtyard Chairs for Ceremony
Winter Bride with Dad
Winter Bride with Dad
Farm Table
Farm Table
Demure Bride
Demure Bride
Courtyard Table Set up
Courtyard Table Set up
North Room Chair Set up for Ce
North Room Chair Set up for Ce
Tangerine Table
Tangerine Table
Cowgirls
Cowgirls
Plaza View
Plaza View
Courtyard View
Courtyard View
Cake Room
Cake Room
The Bride
The Bride
Chair Details
Chair Details
Dancing Couple
Dancing Couple
Gentlemen
Gentlemen
Outside Courtyard
Outside Courtyard
Courtyard Wedding
Courtyard Wedding
El Zocalo Front View
El Zocalo Front View

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El Zocalo Your Wedding Destination

El Zocalo Event Center is a wedding destination where the mountains meet the Rio Grande, nestled in the heart of New Mexico.

El Zocalo is a historic hacienda-style venue embraced in thick adobe walls, brick floors, and a courtyard with a fountain. The sweeping view of the Sandia Mountains provides a stunning focal point for your wedding. With friendly staff, easy planning, and elegant scenery, El Zocalo Event Center is a one-of-a-kind destination. The 1874 convent is listed on the National and State Registers of Historic Places.

Conveniently located between Santa Fe and Albuquerque, we invite you to come and explore the history, beauty, and tradition of our beloved El Zocalo.

Amenities

2,400 sq. ft Historic Building

▪ 3,750 sq. ft Courtyard

▪ Outdoor Bistro Lighting

▪ Courtyard features include curved banco with fireplace and center fountain

▪ Separate Bridal Suite

▪ Separate Grooms Room

▪ Warming Kitchen

▪ Onsite Parking

▪ Floor Plan Options for Your Selection

▪ Provide Set Up of Tables & Chairs

▪ Flexibility to Provide Your Own Full-Service Caterer

Capacity 200 Guests

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Parking
Set Up
Tables

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

10

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What bar services do you provide?

Liquor License

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
November
December

Reviews of El Zócalo Plaza Event Center

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Donna Sent on 11/06/2016
5 out of 5 rating
El Zocalo was the easiest venue to talk to and they were excited to have our wedding at their wonderful location. We thought the simple, beautiful background of El Zocalo fit our needs perfectly. I would recommend that if you are doing an evening wedding to set up a string of lights or two, we did 2 sets that were 100 ft long and it worked PERFECTLY. The venue was loved by all of our guests, they had PLENTY of room for our catering, our guests, the DJ and even a room for the bridal party to get ready in. I would recommend this venue for weddings and other events :) The staff was amazing! We had the ceremony AND the reception in ONE location, which made our guests day and my day much easier.
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Jessica Sent on 10/20/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfext cozy Venue!

This place was everything we could have dreamed of! We did our own decorations and set up but Robert was so helpful and responsive during the services!
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Donna Sent on 02/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I had my wedding here in October 2016, and it was perfect! The staff was professional, the area was clean. The price was great!
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El Zócalo Plaza Event Center frequently asked questions

El Zócalo Plaza Event Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by El Zócalo Plaza Event Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
El Zócalo Plaza Event Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
El Zócalo Plaza Event Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
El Zócalo Plaza Event Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
El Zócalo Plaza Event Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
El Zócalo Plaza Event Center is recommended by 86% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.3 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.4 in quality of service, 4.4 in average response time, 4.4 in professionalism, 4.4 in value and 3.9 in flexibility.

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