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Annual Events and Festivals in Las Cruces - 2024
January - December 2024

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The following are fun annual events that are normally scheduled
for their respective months
in and around Las Cruces, NM.

As the event dates draw draw closer, exact dates and more info
will be added, so please check back.

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 March - 2024
 

Cowboy Days at the NM Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces, NM March, 2024

 

Cowboy Days

March 2 - 3, 2024

Enjoy cowboy demonstrations, music, food trucks, the Parade of Breeds cattle program, and activities that celebrate the state’s ranching traditions. 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. $20 per vehicle.

NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
4100 Dripping Springs Road
Las Cruces, NM
(575) 522-4100
Map and directions

 

2024 Annual Bataan Death March, Las Cruces, NM

 

Bataan Death March

March 16, 2024

The Bataan Memorial Death March is a challenging march through the high desert terrain of White Sands Missile Range, conducted in honor of the heroic service members who defended the Philippine Islands during World War II, sacrificing their freedom, health and, in many cases, their very lives. More info here.

 

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 April - 2024
 

La Viña Winery Spring Wine Festival 2024

 

La Viña Spring Wine Festival

April, 2024

Over 20 wines will be available for tasting and purchase. Admission includes a souvenir glass and choice of nine wines to taste or a glass of wine. More info coming soon.

La Vina Winery
La Union, NM
(575) 882-7632
Map and directions

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 May - 2024
 

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta - Mesilla, NM 2024

 

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

May, 2024

Spanish for "Fifth of May." This celebration is celebrated across the United States and Mexico. The date is observed in the U.S. as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride. Held in Mesilla, NM. Arts and crafts, and food vendors line the plaza for the two day event. Mexican music fills the air for a fun celebration. Enjoy live Ballet Folklorico and Mariachi performances, art & crafts vendors, games, and traditional mexican food. On the plaza in Old Mesilla. Free to attend. More info coming soon.

Mesilla Plaza
Mesilla, NM
(575) 524-3262
Map and directions

 

Southern New Mexico Wine Festival 2024

 

Southern New Mexico Wine Festival

May, 2024

The New Mexico Wine Festival at the Doña Ana Fairgrounds is a Memorial Day weekend tradition, with over 20 wineries, great food and live local music, what's not to love. This is our second year featuring our garden theme, we welcome you to wander in the wine garden with us and enjoy the beautiful New Mexico sunshine. Sample over 200 wines from New Mexico's finest wineries. Find your favorite to enjoy by the glass. And purchase by the bottle or case with special Festival pricing. 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. More info coming soon.

Southern NM State Fairgrounds
12125 Robert Larson Blvd.
Las Cruces, NM
(575) 649-8994
Map and directions

June - 2024
 

Cherry Festival 2024 NM

 

Cherry Festival

June, 2024

Come out for the 2024 Cherry Festival for cherry-picking, cherry pie, and cherry cider! Over 20 food and snack vendors, more than 80 arts and crafts vendors! Live music! Beer and wine! With a petting zoo, mechanical bull, and games, there is fun for all ages! 

An annual tradition, the Cherry Festival celebrates the more than 100-year history of cherries grown in the Sacramento Mountains. Nichols Ranch and Orchards invites you to enjoy breathtaking views of the Tularosa Basin including White Sands National Monument, mountain fresh air, and a fun-filled experience that your family will remember for years to come. More info coming soon.

236 Cottonwood Canyon
La Luz, NM
Google Map Here
(575) 430-7953

 July - 2024
 

Electric Light Parade Las Cruces July, 2024

 

Electric Light Parade

July 3, 2024

The annual Fourth of July Electric Light Parade. The parade begins at Apodaca Park, 801 E. Madrid Ave., travels south on Solano Avenue, east on Hadley Avenue, and ends a t the Maag  Softball Complex. The theme of this year’s parade is “Patriotic Spirit and American Dreams. Begins at 9:00 PM. More info coming soon.

Parks & Recreation Dept.
(575) 541-2454
Las Cruces, NM

  Electric 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run in Las Cruces July, 2024  

Electric 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run

July 3, 2024

Race starts at Meerscheidt Recreation Center, 1600 E. Hadley Ave. Begins at 7:30 PM. More info coming soon.

Parks & Recreation Dept.
(575) 541-2454
Las Cruces, NM

 

4th of July 2024 Fireworks Celebration in Las Cruces, NM

 

 

4th of July Concert & Fireworks Display in Las Cruces

July 4, 2024

The annual Fourth of July fireworks display will begin at 9:45 PM tonight. Free to attend. More info coming soon.

Pat and Lou Sisbarro Community Park
3205 Arrowhead Dr., NMSU campus
(575) 541-2454
Las Cruces, NM

 

4th of July 2024 Fireworks Celebration in Mesilla, NM

 

4th of July Fireworks Display in Mesilla

July 4, 2024

The annual fireworks display is tonight at 9:30 PM. Free to attend. Music by Neal Mccowan and dancing on the plaza from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. More info coming soon.

Fireworks display is on
Tierra de Mesilla, off of Ave. de Mesilla
Behind Planet Fireworks
Old Mesilla, NM

  2024 Las Cruces Tequila, Taco, & Cerveza Festival in Las Cruces July, 2024  

2024 Tequila, Taco & Cerveza Festival

July, 2024

The annual Tequila, Taco, & Cerveza Summer Festival in downtown Las Cruces! Featuring 40+ Tequilas To Sample + Live Lucha Libre Wrestling + Local Taco Trucks + Mariachi + DJs + Lawn Games + Paletas + Mercado +Vendors + Lawn Games y Mas! From 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM. More info coming soon.

Plaza de Las Cruces
100 N. Main St.
Las Cruces, NM

 September - 2024
 

Franciscan Fine Arts Festival in Las Cruces, NM September 2024

 

Franciscan Fine Arts Festival

September, 2024

This is an outdoor show on the beautiful grounds of the Holy Cross Retreat Center. It features over 90 artists who display a variety of fine arts, including paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, wood works, jewelry, and more. The show also features a varity of food vendors, live music and more. More info coming soon.

Holy Cross Retreat Center
600 Holy Cross Rd.
Mesilla Park, NM
(575) 524-3688
Map and Directions

 

Hatch Chile Festival in Hatch, NM September, 2024

 

Hatch Chile Festival

September, 2024

Held annually on Labor Day weekend in Hatch, NM. The Hatch Chile Festival draws visitors from all over the country. There are vendors selling all sorts of foods, interesting arts and crafts, a carnival, horseshoe tournaments, and of course lots of chile. Hatch is famous for the chile it produces and with the Mesilla Valley being the chile capitol of the world, what better place to have a festival. More info coming soon.

In the Village of Hatch
Hatch, NM
(575) 267-5132
Map and directions

 

New Mexico Wine Harvest Festival, Las Cruces, NM, September, 2024

 

New Mexico Harvest Wine Festival

September, 2024

The Southern NM Wine Festival. Come sample over 200 wines from New Mexico's finest wineries. Enjoy your favorites by the glass and take it home by the bottle or case. Shop fine art, jewelry, local foods and crafts. Enjoy live music and have some fun. 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM daily. More info coming soon.

Southern NM State Fairgrounds
12125 Robert Larson Blvd.
Las Cruces, NM
(575) 522-1232
Map and Directions

 

Diez y Seis de Septiembre Fiesta, Mesilla, NM September, 2024

 

Diez y Seis de Septiembre Fiesta

September, 2024

The celebration kicks off with a parade along Avenida de Mesilla. While vendor booths line the plaza offering a variety of arts, crafts and games. There will be mariachi music and folklorico and flamenco dancers, amusement rides, piñatas and the traditional greased pole climb, with a chance to win cash rewards. It is a great day of fun for the whole family. More info coming soon.

Mesilla Plaza
Mesilla, NM
(575) 524-3262
Map and directions

 

La Viña Winery Wine Festival September, 2024

 

La Viña Wine Festival

September & October, 2024

Located in La Union, NM. Come on out to taste wines, listen to live bands, eat great food and shop from local arts & craft vendors. Over 20 wines will be available for tasting and purchase. More info coming soon.

La Vina Winery
4201 S. Highway 28
La Union, NM

(575) 882-7632
Map and directions

 

Southern New Mexico State Fair Carnival, Las Cruces, NM, 2024

 

Southern New Mexico State Fair & Rodeo

September - October, 2024

Lots of attractions this year: Rodeo, carnival, exotic petting zoo and pony rides, several bands playing, fair exhibits, and much more. More info coming soon.

Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds
12125 Robert Larson Blvd.
Las Cruces, NM
(575) 524-8602
Map and directions

 

Mesilla Valley Maze, Las Cruces, NM,  2024

 

Mesilla Valley Maze

September to October, 2024

Continuing a family tradition that started in 1999, the Mesilla Valley Maze and Family Fun Farm has all kinds of amazing activities for the whole family, student groups and community organizations. You're always welcome here at the farm! More info coming soon.

Mesilla Valley Maze
3855 West Picacho Ave.
Las Cruces, NM
(575) 526-1919
Map and directions

 October - 2024
 

Jazz Band at the Mesilla Jazz Happening, Las Cruces, NM October 2024

 

Mesilla Jazz and Blues Festival

October, 2024

Free live music on the Historic Mesilla Plaza and at the Mercado Plaza. Free to attend. Stadium seating is available (but limited) so please bring a lawn chair or blanket for a wonderful time. This is a free community event. More info coming soon.

Old Mesilla Plaza
Mesilla, NM
(575) 524-3262
Map and directions

 

Dia de los Muertos at Mesilla, NM 2024

 

Dia de los Muertos

October, 2024

This annual community celebration is normally held in the Town of Mesilla with music, dancing, food, activities for kids, and arts vendors. More info coming soon.

On the Plaza
Mesilla, NM
Map and directions

 November - 2024
 

Renaissance Arts Faire in Las Cruces, NM 2024

 

Renaissance Arts Faire

November, 2024

One of the largest cultural events in Southern New Mexico, this juried art show showcases local and regional artists, crafts-people and entertainers. Lots of food and fun for the whole family! Jousting on Horseback, as well as the Dragon’s Eye Tavern, the Beer and Wine Garden, and much more. More info coming soon.

Young Park
1905 Nevada Ave.
(575) 523-6403
Map and directions

 December - 2024
 

Luminarias on the Mesilla Plaza in Old Mesilla, NM 2024

 

Christmas Carols and Luminarias on the Plaza

December 24, 2024

The Town of Mesilla will host the annual Luminarias and Christmas Carols on the Plaza. Luminarias are placed in the plaza and around town beginning at dusk. Absolutely beautiful! More info coming soon.

Mesilla, NM
(575) 524-3262
Map and directions

 

2024 Las Cruces Chile Drop

 

Las Cruces Chile Drop

December 31, 2024

Ring in the new year downtown with live entertainment, carnival games, food, beer, dancing, and the Chile Drop at midnight!! More info coming soon.

Plaza de Las Cruces
100 N. Main St.
Las Cruces, NM

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