Albuquerque’s Neon Welcome for Route 66 Centennial

Albuquerque just unveiled a dazzling new neon sign on East Central that waves hello to incoming visitors and peace out to those heading east—part of a bold, $328,800 grant-funded campaign to revitalize the city’s iconic neon scene ahead of the Route 66 Centennial in 2026. Designed to celebrate the historic highway’s role in putting Albuquerque on the map, the sign kicks off a larger refresh of Old Town, Nob Hill, and the West Side, blending nostalgia with a vibrant future. The structure went up Thursday, but the lights won’t shine until a special ceremony later—mark your calendars. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ae2733d7b3979584