Kimo Theatre Tickets

Complete Guide to Buying Tickets at Kimo Theatre

The Kimo Theatre, located at 423 Central Avenue NW in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a historic landmark renowned for its unique Pueblo Deco architecture, blending Art Deco with Native American motifs. Built in 1927 and restored to preserve its cultural significance, this 650-seat venue hosts a diverse array of events, including live theater, concerts, film screenings, and community programs like the Albuquerque library’s “Books to Big Screen” series. Ticket options include general admission, reserved seating across orchestra, mezzanine, and balcony sections, and VIP packages for select performances. Tickets are available through primary sources like Ticketmaster and the Kimo Theatre box office, with resale options through platforms like Ticket Squeeze for sold-out shows.

Known for providing the highest quality entertainment around, the KiMo Theatre makes the perfect setting to catch all of your favorite events as they take place throughout the year. Albuquerque becomes an exciting hub throughout the concert and theatre season as it brings all of the greatest names to the Kimo Theatre stage. If you love being a part of the crowd then all you need to do is select your tickets and sit back and wait for the Kimo Theatre to open it’s doors and invite you in for an unforgettable live experience.

When booking your tickets and selecting your desired seat, it is encouraged to book early to avoid any disappointment so that you can be first in line as soon as the tickets are released.

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Kimo Theatre Upcoming Events

• 12th Oct 2025: Stop Making Sense: Hosted by Jerry Harrison (Tickets from $69 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 19th Oct 2025: Las Cafeteras (Tickets from $59 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 20th Oct 2025: Black Jacket Symphony: AC/DC's Back In Black (Tickets from $62 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 22nd Oct 2025: Richie Kotzen & John 5 (Tickets from $62 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 25th Oct 2025: New Mexico Gay Mens Chorus: Annual Movie SingAlong (Tickets from $51 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 02nd Nov 2025: A New World: Intimate Music From Final Fantasy (Tickets from $84 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 14th Nov 2025: Romantic Guitar by Candlelight (Tickets from $73 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 22nd Nov 2025: Enchanted Sleeping Beauty: The Legend of Briar Rose (Tickets from $34 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 23rd Nov 2025: Enchanted Sleeping Beauty: The Legend of Briar Rose (Tickets from $34 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 04th Dec 2025: DakhaBrakha (Tickets from $80 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 13th Dec 2025: Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico: The Nutcracker (Tickets from $63 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 14th Dec 2025: Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico: The Nutcracker (Tickets from $63 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 20th Dec 2025: Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico: The Nutcracker (Tickets from $63 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 21st Dec 2025: Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico: The Nutcracker (Tickets from $63 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 06th Jan 2026: Shaun Cassidy (Tickets from $68 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 17th Jan 2026: Live And Let Die - Paul McCartney Tribute (Tickets from $47 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 26th Jan 2026: Welcome To Night Vale (Tickets from $58 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 17th Feb 2026: Take It To The Limit - Eagles Tribute (Tickets from $84 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 18th Feb 2026: Ladysmith Black Mambazo (Tickets from $90 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 24th Mar 2026: Pink Martini (Tickets from $89 at TicketSqueeze.com)
• 01st May 2026: Tommy Emmanuel (Tickets from $74 at TicketSqueeze.com)

Kimo Theatre Venue Information

The Kimo Theatre, a cultural gem in downtown Albuquerque, opened on September 19, 1927, as a Pueblo Deco picture palace, combining adobe-style Pueblo Revival architecture with Art Deco elements. Named “Kimo” (meaning “mountain lion” or “King of the Beasts” in a local Native American dialect) through a 1927 naming contest, the theater is celebrated for its Native American-themed murals, buffalo skull decorations, and vibrant history. With a seating capacity of 650, it offers an intimate setting for performances ranging from concerts by artists like Macy Gray and Levi Platero to free movie screenings and educational tours. Fully renovated by the City of Albuquerque, the venue features modern amenities while preserving its historic charm. Located on Route 66, it’s easily accessible with on-site parking available at 5th and Copper Street.

Kimo Theatre Seating Chart

Kimo Theatre Seating Options

Balcony

Balcony seating, located on the highest level of the Kimo Theatre (rows T-Y), offers a sweeping view of the stage. These seats are budget-friendly, making them ideal for attendees seeking an affordable yet clear perspective. The theater’s intimate size and excellent acoustics ensure that balcony seats provide a great experience for concerts, theater performances, and film screenings, with unobstructed sightlines.

Mezzanine

The mezzanine level (rows O-S) is situated on the second tier, offering a balanced view of the stage from a higher vantage point. These seats are perfect for those who prefer a slightly elevated perspective, providing excellent sightlines for theatrical productions and concerts with intricate staging. Mezzanine box seats on the sides offer a unique side view for a more private experience.

Orchestra

Orchestra seating (rows A-N) is located on the main floor, closest to the stage, offering the most immersive experience. These seats are ideal for concertgoers and theater enthusiasts who want to feel up close to the performance. Orchestra box seats on the sides provide a distinctive side view and added privacy, catering to those seeking a unique perspective. Orchestra seats are typically the most expensive due to their proximity and direct sightlines.

VIP Packages

For select events, Kimo Theatre offers VIP packages that include premium seating, often in the orchestra or mezzanine sections, and exclusive perks like meet-and-greets, pre-show receptions, or special merchandise. These packages cater to fans seeking a high-end experience, particularly for high-profile concerts or special performances. Availability varies, so check Ticketmaster or the box office for details.

Kimo Theatre Ticket Sources

Ticketmaster (Primary Tickets)

Ticketmaster is the primary ticket source for many Kimo Theatre events, offering a secure platform to browse events, view interactive seating charts, and purchase tickets at face value. The site provides real-time availability, detailed event information, and secure payment processing. Ticketmaster is ideal for securing tickets early, especially for popular shows, and may offer student or group discounts for certain events.

Box Office

The Kimo Theatre box office, located at 423 Central Avenue NW, provides in-person ticket purchasing and pickup. Open from Wednesday to Sunday (11:00 AM–8:00 PM, except Sunday until 3:00 PM), the box office accepts card payments only and allows attendees to select seats with staff assistance. Tickets can be picked up one hour prior to showtime, and purchasing directly avoids online fees. The City of Albuquerque emphasizes that it is the sole provider of tickets for its venues, ensuring authenticity through the box office.

Ticket Squeeze (Resale Tickets)

Ticket Squeeze is a reputable resale platform for Kimo Theatre tickets, offering options for sold-out events. Tickets are sold by other fans or brokers, with prices varying based on demand, sometimes exceeding face value. Ticket Squeeze provides a 100% buyer guarantee for ticket validity, making it a reliable choice for last-minute or high-demand purchases.

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Kimo Theatre Ticket Types

Theater Tickets

Theater tickets are available for live performances such as plays, musicals, and dance shows at Kimo Theatre. These tickets typically offer reserved seating in the orchestra, mezzanine, or balcony sections, with prices varying by seat location and production scale. Discounts for students, seniors, or groups may be available through Ticketmaster or the box office.

VIP Packages

VIP packages enhance the experience for select events, offering premium seating in orchestra or mezzanine sections and perks like artist meet-and-greets, exclusive receptions, or special merchandise. These packages are limited and best suited for high-profile concerts or special performances. Check Ticketmaster or the box office for availability.

Seating Tickets

Seating tickets refer to standard reserved seats across the orchestra, mezzanine, or balcony sections. These tickets allow you to choose specific seats based on your preferred view and budget, with orchestra seats being the priciest, followed by mezzanine and balcony. Interactive seating charts on Ticketmaster help you select the best option.

General Admission

Some Kimo Theatre events, such as free movie screenings or community programs, offer general admission tickets. These tickets do not assign specific seats, allowing attendees to choose their spots on a first-come, first-served basis. General admission is often more affordable and suits events where seating flexibility is less critical.

Resale Tickets

Resale tickets, available through platforms like Ticket Squeeze, are for sold-out events and are sold by other fans or brokers. Prices may be higher than face value, depending on demand.

Ticket Squeeze

Ticket Squeeze is known to be one of the best online ticket marketplaces around, we’ve teamed up to enhance your booking experience for events at Kimo Theatre. Not only does Ticket Squeeze offer incredible and unique benefits, it also gives an easy to use platform to check out all of your favorite artists all in one place. You can find all of your local events as soon as they are announced in the New Mexico.

With our outlined policies below, we aim to put your mind at ease and ensure ticket authenticity and simplify the process so you can concentrate on getting prepared and excited for all upcoming shows within your area.

When selecting your desired tickets at Kimo Theatre, Ticket Squeeze will enable you to book directly through the Kimo Theatre website, this allows the customer to receive the great benefits all listed below.

Ticket Squeeze has the strictest ticket authenticity and vetting procedures in the industry, offering you great buyer protection when using their system.

Low prices & no fees

We are working with Ticket Squeeze to help to find you the best price for your tickets.
We know that the competition is high and other ticket providers may charge a higher price for the same concert or theatre events taking place, but when making your purchase with Ticket Squeeze, you are receiving anywhere from a 5% – 45% lower price and fee for your selection, so that you know you are getting the very best rate possible.

Last-minute downloadable tickets

We understand that finding tickets for a must-see concert or theatre show sometimes can be a last minute rush. As tours head on sale, you may be waiting for the perfect time to secure your tickets for you and your friends and family. With so many amazing events taking in Albuquerque, we aim to relieve your stress by giving you the option of a last-minute downloadable ticket.

If you find a particular date that you want to be a part of, for most events you can secure tickets from the moment they go on sale to just a few hours before the event takes place.

With the downloadable ticket option, you will receive an email with your purchase so that you can gain entry with just the click of a button. With this incredible availability you can book right up until the event date with no extra cost, just download your ticket and show the emailed ticket barcode at the Kimo Theatre doors which they will scan or check for you.

Hot tip: Charge your phone fully before heading on down to the KiMo Theatre venue so that you can enter as quickly as possible with no hold up or delays. You will need to show your E-ticket on your phone so make sure that you have enough charge to ensure a stress free start to your event experience.

Side-by-side seating

We know that attending events at Kimo Theatre is made even more memorable when you can enjoy it with your friends and family members beside you. There’s nothing better than being in the crowd with your loved ones. We therefore offer all of our tickets available to suit a group friendly setting – so that you can buy with confidence.

When making your purchase, just select the desired number of tickets for the amount for the people in your group. There’s no need to worry about being separated when you take your seats, if you making a booking for the entirety of your group, rest assured you will be allocated seats that are together.

Event Cancellation and Refund Policy

There’s nothing worse than when the event you were looking forward to attending is cancelled or postponed. This sometimes happens due to matters that are out of our hands. But just in case this does happen, we have set in place a cancellation and refund policy so that you know you are covered if there are changes in the event date.

If you have made a purchase via Ticket Squeeze and the event has been postponed, your existing tickets will automatically be valid for the rescheduled date. So hold on to your ticket print out or downloadable ticket and remember you can use this for the rescheduled show.

In the rare chance the event has been cancelled, don’t worry – we will automatically issue you a full refund for your ticket purchase. There’s no need to get in touch, you will receive a full refund for your booking.

Ticket Authenticity Guarantee

One of the main reasons we have chosen to work with Ticket Squeeze to provide your tickets for all events at the Kimo Theatre, is due to their incredible authentic ticket guarantee.

It is unfortunately not uncommon within the ticket industry to come across a non valid purchase as there are many fraud ticket vendors around which release fraudulent tickets to the online market and we understand that this can be a confusing and upsetting experience overall.

However with Ticket Squeeze you can be rest assured that when making your booking purchase that you will receive an 100% authentic ticket. Ticket Squeeze covers the customer with a 100% money back guarantee should anything go wrong and with a strict verification system operation in place, Ticket Squeeze have the customers best interest at heart and are working hard to ensure that any tickets purchased through the Kimo Theatre website via Ticket Squeeze will be valid and will gain entry for the selected show.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parking Included in the Ticket?

Yes, parking is included with your ticket to Kimo Theatre. Ample on-site parking is available behind the theater at the corner of 5th and Copper Street. Arrive 30–60 minutes early to secure a spot, especially for high-demand events, as parking is convenient but can fill up quickly.

Where Are the Best Seats at Kimo Theatre?

The best seats depend on your preferences and the event type. Orchestra seats (rows A-N), particularly center positions, offer the closest and most immersive view, ideal for concerts and theater performances. Mezzanine seats (rows O-S) provide a balanced perspective with excellent sightlines, great for shows with intricate staging. Balcony seats (rows T-Y) are budget-friendly with clear views and good acoustics, suitable for all events in the theater’s intimate setting. Use Ticketmaster’s interactive seating chart to choose your ideal spot.

Are There Any Age Restrictions?

At this time, there are no known age restrictions for most Kimo Theatre events, making it a family-friendly venue for concerts, theater performances, and film screenings. However, specific events, particularly those with mature themes, may have restrictions (e.g., 16+ or 18+). Check event listings on Ticketmaster or contact the box office at (505) 768-3522 for details. Children under a certain age (typically 2 or 3) may require a ticket or need to sit on an adult’s lap, depending on the event’s policy.