2026 Albuquerque Statewide CreativeCon Registration

NM CreativeCon is a statewide celebration of New Mexico’s creative community, taking place from March through June 2026. Hosted by the New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Creative Industries Division, CreativeCon brings together creative entrepreneurs, community partners, and support organizations from across the state to connect, learn, and share ideas.

Saturday, June 6, Albuquerque, NM – National Hispanic Cultural Center: for statewide stakeholders, Bernalillo, Valencia and Torrance Counties

Join us at the statewide convening in Albuquerque for in-depth workshops, public-private partnerships in action, and more!
- Track 1: Hobby creatives and artists – those with no established business
- Track 2: Existing creative businesses + support organizations
- Track 3: Local governments, developers, policy makers, and elected officials

The Registration and application form is below. We look forward to having you join us and being part of this CreativeCon season.

Participant Information

Preferred Name (For name tag purposes etc.)

Business or Organization Name?

Phone number

City & State of Residence

County

Zip Code

How did you hear about this event?

Creative Industries Division Social MediaCreative Industries Division NewsletterCreative Industries Division Website (EDD.NewMexico.gov)EDD Newsletter or social media (not Creative Industries Division)MainStreetLocal governmentSocial MediaWord of mouthEmail announcement

Creative Con Follow Up

Did you attend one of the other CreativeCons this season?

Yes No, this is my first one !

Which CreativeCon did you attend ?

(Optional) What did you enjoy most about the CreativeCon you attended?

Are there specific tracks, topics, or workshops you are most interested in at the ABQ CreativeCon?

Thank You For Signing UP!

Thank you for completing the information portion of your registration. Please press the submit button and you will be redirected to the ticket purchasing site to complete the final portion of your registration. Payment must be completed in order for your registration to be final and in good standing.

*If you are a Panelist, Volunteer, or Government Representative Please send an email to arlen.nelson@edd.nm.gov with shani.harvie@edd.nm.gov cc'd so that we can get you connected to the proper form before completing your the purchase of your ticket.*

For any question or concerns please reach out to Creative Industries Coordinator Arlen Nelson at arlen.nelson@edd.nm.gov or Creative Industries Director Shani Harvie at shani.harvie@edd.nm.gov.

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