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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| February - 2025
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Museum Rocks! Gem & Mineral Show
February, 2025
The Museum ROCKS! brings together wholesale and resale dealers of both cut and uncut gemstones, rocks, minerals, fossils, meteorites, jewelry, jewelry-making supplies and educational displays on the art and science of rocks and gems. The Museum ROCKS! is sponsored by Friends of the NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum to support the special needs of the museum as a service to the community. More info coming soon.
NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
4100 Dripping Springs Road
Las Cruces, NM
(575) 522-4100 |
| March - 2025 |
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Cowboy Days
March, 2025
Chuck wagon cooking, children's activities, cowboy music, stagecoach, mini-train, and pony rides, Western authors, food and craft vendors, and more. Continuous activities: Wool carding, spinning and weaving demonstrations, chuck wagon cooking, blacksmith demonstrations, craft booths, food trucks, plant sale, exhibits. More info coming soon.
NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum
4100 Dripping Springs Road
Las Cruces, NM
(575) 522-4100 |
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Bataan Death March
March, 2025
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 coming soon. |
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Arts Fair
March, 2025
The Las Cruces Arts Fair, sponsored by Doña Ana Arts Council, is an annual juried show at the Las Cruces Convention Center. The show features around 80 artists who work in a variety of mediums. There are local artists as well as artists from across the US. Entertainment and a silent auction. More info coming soon.
Las Cruces Convention Center
680 E. University Ave.
Las Cruces, NM
(575) 523-6403 |
| April - 2025 |
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La Viña Spring Wine Festival
April, 2025
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 |
| May - 2025 |
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Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
May, 2025
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 |
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Southern New Mexico Wine Festival
May, 2025
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. More info coming soon.
Southern NM State Fairgrounds
12125 Robert Larson Blvd.
Las Cruces, NM
(575) 649-8994 |
| June - 2025 |
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Cherry Festival
June, 2025
Come out for the 2025 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
(575) 430-7953 |
| July - 2025 |
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Electric Light Parade
July, 2025
The annual Fourth of July Electric Light Parade. Parade route and other info coming soon.
Parks & Recreation Dept.
(575) 541-2454
Las Cruces, NM |
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Electric 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run
July, 2025
Race starts at Meerscheidt Recreation Center, 1600 E. Hadley Ave. More info coming soon.
Parks & Recreation Dept.
(575) 541-2454
Las Cruces, NM |
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4th of July Concert & Fireworks Display in Las Cruces
July 4, 2025
The annual Fourth of July fireworks display will be 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 |
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4th of July Fireworks Display in Mesilla
July 4, 2025
The annual fireworks display is tonight. Free to attend. More info coming soon.
Fireworks display is on
Tierra de Mesilla, off of Ave. de Mesilla
Behind Planet Fireworks
Old Mesilla, NM |
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2025 Tequila, Taco & Cerveza Festival
July, 2025
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! More info coming soon.
Plaza de Las Cruces
100 N. Main St.
Las Cruces, NM |
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Franciscan Fine Arts Festival
September, 2025
This is an outdoor show on the beautiful grounds of the Holy Cross Retreat Center. It features over 80 artists who display a variety of fine arts, including paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, wood works, jewelry, and more. The show also features an enchilada dinner and other food vendors, a silent auction, a raffle, live music on two stages, and a beer/wine garden. More info coming soon.
Holy Cross Retreat Center
600 Holy Cross Rd.
Mesilla Park, NM
(575) 524-3688
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Hatch Chile Festival
September, 2025
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
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New Mexico Harvest Wine Festival
September, 2025
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. More info coming soon.
Southern NM State Fairgrounds
12125 Robert Larson Blvd.
Las Cruces, NM
(575) 522-1232 |
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Diez y Seis de Septiembre Fiesta
September, 2025
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 |
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La Viña Wine Festival
September, 2025
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 |
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Southern New Mexico State Fair & Rodeo
September - October, 2025
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
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Mesilla Valley Maze
September to October, 2025
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 |
| October - 2025 |
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Mesilla Jazz and Blues Festival
October, 2025
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 |
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Dia de los Muertos
October, 2025
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 |
| November - 2025 |
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Renaissance Arts Faire
November, 2025
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 |
| December - 2025 |
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Christmas Carols and Luminarias on the Plaza
December 24, 2025
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 |
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Las Cruces Chile Drop
December 31, 2025
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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