FolkMADness Registration Details

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Registration for events-only weekend passes, day/evening passes remain open through Memorial Day weekend at the door. Online registration and on-campus housing is now closed! But there are plenty of off-campus housing options in Socorro. 

Evening Passes (6pm-11pm): $45 adults, $15 dancing children
Day Passes (9am-11pm): $110 adults, $30 dancing children
Full Weekend Passes (Friday-Monday): $175 adults, $90 dancing children
Prices do not include housing or meals.

Meals: Meals are included with Full Weekend Registration. If you do not register for Full Weekend, meals are also available for purchase in the cafeteria during designated meal times. Cost for meals are: Breakfast $10; Lunch $11; Dinner $12 (plus tax) and will paid directly to NM Tech. 


Registration Information for 2024

If you have any questions regarding registration options please contact our registrar, Lindsay Taylor.

Events Only Registration – No Meals or Lodging
Registration typeAdults Dancing Children
(17 & under)
Full Weekend Events Only (Friday-Monday)$175$90
Evening Passes (6pm-11pm)$45$15
Day Passes (9am-11pm)$110$30
Non-Dancing Children: Free for Events Only!  

Off-Campus Housing Options

Hotels: The following hotels are within walking distance to NM Tech’s campus, and have rates from $84-$126/night, depending on how early you book.

Best Western, 1100 N California St, Socorro, NM
Econo Lodge, 713 California St W, Socorro, NM
Holiday Inn Express, 1040 N California St, Socorro, NM

RV Parks:
Casey’s Socorro RV Park, 1101 NM-1, Socorro, NM, 575-835-2234
Socorro RV Spaces, 1207 Frontage Rd NW, Socorro, NM, 505-702-6820

Full Weekend Registration / On-Campus Housing Information – CLOSED

Registration for Full Weekend Registration (access to on-campus housing) closed April 7th. 

Full Camp Registration – Dorm Stay + Events + Meals
Full Camp Registration TypeDouble Room (per person)Single Room (per person)
Adults (age 26 and over)$430$460
Adults (age 18 to 25)$385$415
Children (age 17 and under)$255$285
Children (no bed – age 17 and under)$90N/A

On-Campus housing is held in three college dorms: Driscoll Hall, Presidents Hall and South Hall. All rooms have two twin beds, a closet, and air conditioning. Bathrooms are shared and are gendered male/female. If you register for a double room and do not request a roommate, one will be assigned to you based on age and gender. NM Tech offers optional linen rentals (sheets, blanket, pillow, and towels) for $24 per person. 

South Hall is ADA accessible and ground floor access is available in South and Driscoll Hall. Presidents Hall is not ADA accessible, as each floor is accessed via steps. 

Cancellations

Your registration, less $35, will be refunded if you cancel by May 8. After May 8, your full fee will be retained if we cannot find a replacement attendee. However, if you are canceling due to being positive for COVID-19, a full refund will be issued, as long as you can provide proof of a positive test. Email a dated photo to our registrar, Lindsay Taylor to receive a refund

Volunteering/Snacks

Each camper is asked to volunteer for one shift during the weekend and bring a snack. Check your confirmation email for more information!

Work/Trade Positions

We offer $75-$125 discounts for Work/Trade Positions. To apply for a Work/Trade position contact Tristan Fin and wait for confirmation prior to registering. We request that anyone interested in Work/Trade register prior to April 1st.

Some of the needed jobs are:

  • Friday Setup
  • Big Gym Setup
  • Concert Set Up
  • Water Station Setup
  • Workshop Setup
  • Floor Cleaning Coordinator
  • Gym Upkeep
  • Snacks Assistant
  • Admissions Assistant

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