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Seniors Ride Free
Seniors age 60+ can ride any New Mexico Rail Runner Express train at no cost every Wednesday! This is a great opportunity for residents and visitors to explore New Mexico’s outstanding local restaurants, museums, and shops, as well as the great outdoors.
How it Works
- Every Wednesday, seniors age 60+ can ride any north or southbound train for free.
- Show the onboard ticket agent your valid photo ID (must contain your birth date).
- Bus Transfer: Planning on making a connection to an ABQ Ride, Santa Fe Trails or Rio Metro bus? Ask your ticket agent to print out a free bus transfer slip.
- Call Customer Service at 1-866-795-RAIL (7245) for help with trip planning. Click here How it Works for customer service hours and information.
Things to Do
Santa Fe
Dining
There are several restaurants and breweries in walking distance of the Santa Fe Depot, including:
Shopping
- Santa Fe Railyard shops and galleries
- Shops along Guadalupe St.
- Santa Fe Plaza
- Shops and galleries on Canyon Road
Entertainment
- Violet Crown Cinema (in the Railyard)
- Jean Cocteau Cinema (in the Railyard)
Museums
Santa Fe Plaza area museums:
- New Mexico Museum of Art*
- New Mexico History Museum/Palace of the Governors*
- Museum of Contemporary Native Arts**
Museum Hill area:
- Museum of Indian Arts & Culture*
- Museum of International Folk Art*
- Nuevo Mexicano Heritage Arts Museum*
At the Santa Fe Railyard:
Outdoor Activities
Albuquerque
Dining
Shopping
Museums & Galleries
Downtown area:
Old Town area:
Outdoor Activities
Belen
Exit the train and walk south across the pedestrian overpass.
Dining
Museums
*Free admission on Wednesdays for New Mexico residents 60+ with ID
**Half price admission for Seniors 62+
***Free general admission on the first Wednesday of each month (except during Balloon Fiesta)
****Reduced admission rates for Seniors 65+ with ID
Helpful Resources
Below are links to resources for seniors in central New Mexico. Find information on activities and opportunities to promote active and healthy living.
- Bernalillo County Senior and Social Services Website
- Bernalillo County Senior Centers
- City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs Website
- City of Albuquerque Senior and Multigenerational Centers
- City of Santa Fe Division of Senior Services Website
- Sandoval County Senior Centers
- State of New Mexico Department of Aging and Long-Term Services Website
- Prime Time Magazine
- Senior.One - Free Care Navigation for Seniors & Their Caregivers