Automatic Entrances of New Mexico

Step back to the golden age of the 1950s with a visit to the whimsical and retro 66 Diner. Here, you can indulge in traditional diner fare surrounded by vintage jukeboxes, soda fountains, and mid-century knick-knacks. Located in Albuquerque, 66 Diner is a local favorite renowned worldwide for its fantastic diner burgers, shakes, pies, and more. If you're traveling along Route 66, stop by and get a taste of the good old days. Whether you're stopping in for lunch or dinner, you'll love the ambiance and the chance to experience the internationally-known 66 Diner on Historic Route 66.

Albuquerque's National Fiery Foods & BBQ Show is the hottest food event. With 15,000 fiery food fans, you can sample over 1,000 spicy foods and BBQ dishes from over 200 exhibitors. The event will be hosted by Sandia Resort and Casino, making it the perfect destination for your next fiery getaway. You'll have the opportunity to try everything from blazing BBQ to super-hot salsa and sweet heat desserts. The show features over 1,000 products, cooking demonstrations, food samples, Scovie Award-winning products, and 505 Food Fights, a cooking competition for charity. You can expect to see 170 exhibitors and over 20,000 attendees over three days at the National Fiery Foods & Barbecue Show.

Visit the Ice Cave and Bandera Volcano, "The Land of Fire and Ice," on the Continental Divide. Walk through ancient lava trails into the cave and volcanic rim. The cave's natural ice layers illuminate the arctic algae. See the best examples of volcanic eruption in the country and explore the historic Ice Caves Trading Post. The trading post features ancient artifacts, local art, and a museum of artifacts recovered from the surrounding areas. There's a rock shop and souvenirs available for sale. Enjoy a cozy dining room and two trails from the Trading Post's front.