A True Western Wedding
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Southwest Event Center is a unique wedding venue located in Los Lunas, NM, that allows you and your guests to experience the Old West as you tie the knot and celebrate your love. The desert property is easily accessible from off I-25, less than 30 minutes from Albuquerque.
Say "I do" in an authentic Western outdoor/indoor venue located on a working ranch 6 miles off the beaten track. Enjoy all that New Mexico has to offer with our large balcony looking out towards breathtaking desert landscapes and sunsets. We can accommodate intimate gatherings and grand celebrations for up to 500 invitees, and we also have three different ceremony areas to choose from. So you have ample choice regarding where to embark on the latest part of your shared journey together, under the glorious Land of Enchantment sky. Southwest Event Center also boasts a wedding suite where you can prepare on-site in comfort without having to stress about being ready for a driver to pick you up.
Relive the Old West and make your entrance in a horse and buggy. Allow our bartenders to serve your guests in our saloon with a full-service cash bar. The venue will provide you with tables, chairs, and a dedicated area for your rehearsal dinner. With all packages being customizable, Southwest Event Center can also offer you add-on options. These additional services range from photo booths and centerpieces to on-site coordination. Don't wait; contact the dedicated team today to find out more about this one-of-a-kind, sun-kissed location.
13+ years in business
Speaks English
Small team (2-10 members)
Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Barn
Farm & Ranch
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Rentals & Equipment
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Reviews
4.5
out of 5.02 reviews
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Katelyn E
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5.0
11/15/2022
Everything was amazing! The staff really is great! They assured everything went as smoothly as possible for us and Brittany is spectacular and was there for whatever I needed even ...
with her being out of town! 😊
Any questions?
Carissa S
4.0
7/19/2024
Brittany, the coordinator for Southwest Event Center was amazing up until the wedding week. She was quick to answer questions or allow us to tour the property as much as we wanted....
During the wedding week we were a bit disappointed to learn that she had given a lot of false promises. For example, we were supposed to have free alcohol provided on the wedding day in the bridal and grooms suites, but that did not happen. Brittany was no where to be found on our wedding day, there were issues with simple task that were supposed to be done, but weren't so it added additional stress to the wedding week. Otherwise it was a good experience.
Response from Southwest Event Center on 08/30/2024
I am thoroughly confused by this review. Number one being that you all opted out of having...
a wedding coordinator, which means per your contract that your wedding is solely your responsibility. Secondly, alcohol was provided to bride and bridesmaids by myself and the groom & groomsmen by my manager. I was also onsite as your groom saw me multiple times as we were getting things ready for your ceremony. Had I been advised of any problems they would have been taken care of immediately. I had also just had a new baby so being that you opted out of having a coordinator, yes, I did leave your wedding in the hands of my manager who is also the bartender. I however was on the premises the entire evening, never once have I ever left an event on my property completely unattended unless I am out of state. I apologize that you were not satisfied, had I been notified I would have done anything to make it right.
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