Real estate thrives on relationships. The stronger your network, the stronger your business. Fortunately, GAAR members do not have to hunt far for opportunities to meet new partners, deepen industry connections, and stay visible in the Albuquerque market.

GAAR  Committees and  Affiliate Members play a major role in creating a steady rhythm of events that bring brokers and industry partners together all year long. From monthly coffees to signature annual events, your membership unlocks a wide landscape of ways to grow your sphere, strengthen referral pathways, and stay plugged into the community.

Below is the 2026 full lineup of networking events available to both GAAR REALTOR® members and Affiliates, many at no cost.

• YPN Coffee & Networking (Jan 16th)
• First Wednesday "Updates from NMREC" (Feb 4th)
• YPN Coffee & Networking (Feb 20th)
• QB Summit (Feb 20th)
• Q1 REALTOR/Affiliate 5:05
• First Wednesday "Empowering Your Buyers" (Mar 4th) 
• Awards Gala (Mar 6th)
• YPN Coffee & Networking (Mar 20th)
• Affiliate Q&A First Wednesday "Protecting Your Asset" (Apr 1st)
• YPN Coffee & Networking (Apr 17th)
• Q2 REALTOR/Affiliate 5:05
• Run for the Zoo (May 3rd)
• Affiliate Q&A First Wednesday "Manufactured Homes" (May 6th)
• YPN Coffee & Networking (May 15th)
• YPN Music Bingo for RPAC (May 15th)
• First Wednesday "The Wildfire Challenge" (June 3rd)
• Golf Tournament (June 6th)
• YPN Coffee & Networking (June 19th)
• Affiliate Q&A First Wednesday "Before You Buy" (Jul 1st)
• YPN Coffee & Networking (Jul 17th)
• G.R.E.A.T. Event (Jul 31st)
• First Wednesday "The Value of GAAR" (Aug 3rd)
• YPN Coffee & Networking (Aug 21st)
• Q3 REALTOR/Affiliate 5:05
• First Wednesday "Pathways to a Better Burque" (Sept 2nd)
• YPN Coffee & Networking (Sept 18th)
• Boots & BBQ for RPAC (Sept 10th)
• Affiliate Q&A First Wednesday "Living La Vida Legal" (Oct 7th)
• YPN Coffee & Networking (Oct 16th)
• Bowl-A-Thon (Oct 17th)
• Make-A-Difference Day (Oct 24th)
• Q4 REALTOR/Affiliate 5:05
• First Wednesday "AREA on the Economic Pulse of ABQ" (Nov 4th)
• YPN Coffee & Networking (Nov 20th)
• Annual Meeting (Dec 2nd)

That’s 35 touchpoints with your peers, potential partners, and future referral sources. Better yet, 88.57% of these events cost nothing to attend for REALTOR® members, making it easier than ever to plug into the real estate community and stay consistent in your networking. Click the image below to see all upcoming events, including webinars and trainings!

Free Events for REALTORS® 

YPN Coffee & Networking: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sept, Oct, Nov → 11
First Wednesday Member Forums: Feb, Mar, Jun, Aug, Sept, Nov → 6
Affiliate Q&A First Wednesdays: Apr, May, Jul, Oct → 4
REALTOR®/Affiliate 5:05 Networking: One Each Quarter → 4
QB Summit & G.R.E.A.T. Event: Feb, Jul → 2
Annual Meeting: 1

Why These Events

Every time you show up, you strengthen your visibility, reinforce your professionalism, and build deeper trust within the industry. Pair these local opportunities with the wider benefits you enjoy through NMAR and NAR, and your membership becomes a powerhouse of connection and credibility.

Whether you prefer morning coffees, industry forums, or high-energy fundraising events, there is a place for you at the table all year long.

If you ever feel your business could use more momentum, remember this:
Your membership already comes with a built-in pipeline of opportunity.
All you have to do is walk through the door.

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