DJ Quico first spiced up the Albuquerque music scene in 1997 every Friday night on KUNM’s Salsa Sabrosa show. He soon moved on to throwing weekly parties at various local nightclubs. He represents a history of great parties and has filled the most popular nightclubs and bars with great people and exciting music. KXX nightclub and Route 66 Casino are proud to present one of the strongest musical forces in the community
Since the mid 90’s, Justin Case has immersed himself in Albuquerque’s music scene. You may remember him from his early days at Kiss 97.3 or Wild 106 where he made his Albuquerque debut at the young age of 14. You can catch Justin weekly spinning Hip-Hop, Top 40, Old Skool and Dance sets that ignite the crowd. You can also find him on 97-7 OMG Radio where he serves as the Afternoon Jock on Albuquerque’s newest & hottest radio station.
Thunder Road will feature live entertainment during dinner with an eclectic mix of music from the DCN Project. At 10 PM we’ll be kickin’ it up with the spicy, hot and stimulating music of Calle 66 for Salsa Spectacular. Join us in our newest entertainment venue as we count down the New Year. All- Access Passes accepted.
The DCN Project’s repertoire has earned a reputation for the vast variety of songs they perform. It is amazing what three musicians can do! With refined talent and expertise, they adapt with ease to a wide range of genres performing Jazz Standards, Bossas, R&B, Funk, and Soul Classics.
Calle 66, a native New Mexican salsa band, was formed in 2005. Calle 66 plays a mix of contemporary salsa with a unique style and flavor, while keeping the integrity and respect that the salsa art form deserves.
If you are looking for a pure dance party to your favorite hit music, then you’ll want to be at the Fat City Dance Party in the Route 66 event center. With the All-Access pass you can enjoy your favorite slots and jump right back into the action at the Fact City Dance Party. All-Access pass accepted.
The Reed Easterwood Jazz trio is outfitted with veteran Albuquerque, New Mexico Jazz musicians. The group plays a wide variety of Jazz standards, Bebop and Latin styles within the idiom. The members also continue to play across the state with a wide variety of New Mexico’s finest musicians and ensembles such as Tommy Gearhart, Cathy McGill, and trumpeter Paul Gonzales, to name a few.
Enjoy live entertainment as you dine on your last meal of 2010 in Buffet 66. The buffet opens for dinner at 4 PM and will be serving until 11.
When we said the most live entertainment, we meant it. Even Bingo at Route 66 will be kickin’ with favorites from the King of Rock and Roll. Elvis Live! Make sure to see the PayMaster between 4-10 PM on New Years Eve to reserve your spot in the $2,011 Promotion.
Straight from Las Vegas, Magician Seth Grabel will be dazzling and entertaining Route 66 guests on the casino floor, along with his team of performers you’ll see everything from belly dancing, stilt walking acrobatics, a human statue and even a Charlie Chaplin Mime. Route 66 is bringing the best in entertainment to New MexicoGrand Opening
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Route 66 Casino Hotel invites you to join the celebration in July for the Grand Opening of our new $15 million expansion. We did the research and you told us you wanted a place to enjoy great steaks and good times as well as more slots and a non-smoking section. We responded in a big way by undertaking the largest expansion since 2008. With the all-new Thunder Road Steakhouse and Cantina, our 360 Lounge and expanded casino floor, Route 66 Casino Hotel now offers more kicks than ever before.
Everywhere you turn, you will see something new at Route 66. With our newest expansion, we have added a new Steakhouse, expanded our casino and added a new lounge, and that's not all. We also have a new Players Club, Poker Room and Poker Pub, our Bingo Hall is entirely new and we have even redone all our bathrooms as an added bonus. You may also enjoy the convenience of our new non-smoking section and new south entrance.
It's a whole new experience at Route 66 Casino Hotel that you won't want to miss. Come join the action and Get MORE Flavors, MORE Sizzle, MORE Twists, MORE Thrills and MORE Kicks. Get yours today at the all-new Route 66.
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New Thunder Road Steakhouse and Cantina
You won't believe your eyes or your ears when you join the party at the all-new Thunder Road Steakhouse and Cantina, an exciting new concept in drink, amusement, food and fun. Boasting exhilarating entertainment and a world-class selection of tequilas and beer, every night is a fiesta at Thunder Road. Thunder Road's dazzling two-level Cantina features live entertainment, 180 video screens and a state-of-the-art light and sound system.
Thunder Road has spiced things up with a hearty new menu that includes all your favorites. Enjoy slow-smoked Southwestern barbecue, hand-cut steaks and Mexican cuisine made with freshly prepared tortillas. The menu is a mix of flavor influences from the beaches of Mexico to the shores of Louisiana, and everywhere in between. Thunder Road is a dining experience that is truly one-of-a-kind, bringing together an explosive mix of flavors and electric entertainment, all in an environment that is lively, interactive and fun.
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Thunder Road Tequila Bar
Life's too short to drink lousy tequila. Which is why we offer a huge variety of tequilas. Lick, suck and shoot to your heart's content, our Cantina Girls and expert mixologists are here to serve you.
Thunder Road Live Entertainment - Thursday | Friday | Saturday
We guarantee you have never experienced live entertainment quite like you will at Thunder Road, where a classic car is raised high in the air to reveal a live-performance stage from behind the bar. The atmosphere is open and airy with a high-energy vibe. We have live entertainment scheduled every Thursday, Friday and Saturday for your enjoyment.
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New 360 Lounge and New Poker Pub
Introducing 360 Lounge
With its contemporary decor and sleek circular bar, the sparkling new 360 Lounge is a great place to chill out, people-watch, refresh with a cocktail and chat with your friends.
Raise a glass to the new Poker Pub
Enjoy a little taste of the Emerald Isle at this authentic Irish pub located inside the new expanded Poker Room.
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Over 200 New Slots | New Poker Room | New Bingo
Check out the new expanded gaming floor at Route 66, which features over 200 of the latest slots. We've added a new Poker Room, too, and the Bingo Hall has been moved and updated with a state-of-the-art sound system.