Farmers market · Central NM
Corrales Growers' Market
A village market in the Corrales bosque with produce, eggs, honey, baked goods, and plants from local growers.
No fee
Corrales is a small village in southern Sandoval County along the Rio Grande, offering a rural oasis amid the Albuquerque metro area with historic ties to Tiguex Pueblo farming and Spanish settlement.
The Village of Corrales is a small, treasured oasis located alongside the fast-growing Albuquerque metropolitan area. Prehistoric sites indicate the Corrales Valley was occupied as early as 500 A.D. when ancestors of the present day pueblo Indians inhabited the area.
Stroll the Corrales Road Scenic Byway to experience the sounds of birds in the bosque, water in the acequia, and the earthy smells of livestock and tilled earth. Enjoy the lush greenness of the middle Rio Grande cottonwood forest along ten miles of the river, home to over 180 species of birds.
Savor New Mexican flavors with red or green chile, often ordered Christmas style for both. Local growers' markets and harvest events highlight fresh produce from the fertile valley.
Corrales sits in the central region, easily reached as part of the Albuquerque metropolitan area with scenic drives along historic routes.
The village offers intimate lodging options amid its rural setting, providing easy access to local trails, markets, and cultural sites.
Corrales sits on the site of historical Tiguex Pueblo settlements and remains near modern Pueblos including Sandia Pueblo. Respect all posted protocols at nearby tribal lands; photography, drones, and access may be restricted—follow guidance from Pueblo authorities and obtain permits where required. The area honors living traditions through events celebrating Puebloan and Hispano heritage.
Corrales has a population of 8,493 and sits at an elevation of 5,036 feet.
Yes, it is near Sandia Pueblo and other central Pueblos, and was historically occupied by Tiguex Pueblo people.
Enjoy the Corrales Road Scenic Byway, local growers' markets, and events such as the Harvest Festival.
Many accommodations in this area are owned and operated by the Pueblo or tribe and directly support the community.
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A village market in the Corrales bosque with produce, eggs, honey, baked goods, and plants from local growers.
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