What's Happening This Week In Las Cruces, NM September 6 - 13, 2026

			Sunday, September 6, 2026
			Concert Festival Orchestra de Las Cruces presents: Red, White & Blue All American Concert. 3:00 PM. Free to attend. Atkinson Recital Hall 1075 N. Horseshoe Las Cruces, NM
			Film - "I Love Boosters" Keke Palmer stars as the leader of the Velvet Gang, a crew of haute couture shoplifters who target a cutthroat fashion mogul (Demi Moore) and resell their spoils via underground markets. 2:00 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre 2469 Calle de Guadalupe Mesilla, NM (575) 524-8287
			Franciscan Fine Arts Festival 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. 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Holy Cross Retreat Center 600 Holy Cross Rd. Mesilla Park, NM (575) 524-3688
			Hatch Chile Festival 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. *Main Stage:* 11:00 AM: Ballet Folklorico 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Mariachis 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Ballet Folklorico 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM: Mood Swing 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Suthern Blend Band Second Stage: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Music 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Friendship Bracelet Craft 1:00 PM: Eating Contests (Watermelon, Chile, Ice Cream) 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM: Book Readings 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Decorating Hats Craft 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Music In the Village of Hatch Hatch, NM (575) 267-5132
			New Mexico Harvest Wine Festival 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. Online tickets here. Southern NM State Fairgrounds 12125 Robert Larson Blvd. Las Cruces, NM (575) 522-1232
			Monday, September 7, 2026
			Chess Game - not today, library closed Join other chess aficionados and beginners as we meet weekly to learn, play and enjoy chess with Mr. Manny. Sessions will be held in the Children's Craft Room. All ages welcome. 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Branigan Library 200 E. Picacho Ave. Las Cruces, NM
			New Mexico Harvest Wine Festival 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. Online tickets here. Southern NM State Fairgrounds 12125 Robert Larson Blvd. Las Cruces, NM (575) 522-1232
			Tuesday, September 8, 2026
			Children's Activity This week join us for a storytime where we can read, sing and build early literacy skills together! Recommended for Children age 2 and up with their caregivers. 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Branigan Library 200 E. Picacho Ave. Las Cruces, NM
			Wednesday, September 9, 2026
			Farmer's & Crafts Market in Las Cruces Local food, crafts, and entertainment in the heart of Downtown Las Cruces. 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Free admission. Downtown Mall Las Cruces, NM
			Film - "I Love Boosters" Keke Palmer stars as the leader of the Velvet Gang, a crew of haute couture shoplifters who target a cutthroat fashion mogul (Demi Moore) and resell their spoils via underground markets. 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre 2469 Calle de Guadalupe Mesilla, NM (575) 524-8287
			Thursday, September 10, 2026
			Film - "I Love Boosters" Keke Palmer stars as the leader of the Velvet Gang, a crew of haute couture shoplifters who target a cutthroat fashion mogul (Demi Moore) and resell their spoils via underground markets. 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre 2469 Calle de Guadalupe Mesilla, NM (575) 524-8287
			Nature & Science Discovery: Pre-K Nurture your little one’s love of science! Investigate nature and science through hands-on explorations, stories, and crafts. Adult caregiver participation is required. Ages 2-5. The program is free. Three different times 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM. Museum of Nature and Science 411 N. Main St. Las Cruces, NM (575) 522-3120
			Storytime Join us for Story Magic! Each and every week we'll bring stories to life with books, felt board stories, songs, and movement. Recommended for ages 3 and up, with a caregiver. 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Branigan Library 200 E. Picacho Ave. Las Cruces, NM
			Friday, September 11, 2026
			9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Join us at Aggie Memorial Stadium for the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb; an event to honor and remember the heroes of 9/11 who paid the ultimate sacrifice on this 25 anniversary. Climb the stairs and pay tribute to the brave first responders. It’s a meaningful way to connect, reflect, and show your support. Whether you're climbing alone or with friends, this event is all about remembrance and respect within our community. 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Aggie Memorial Stadium 1815 Wells St. Las Cruces, NM
			Farmer's and Crafts Market in Old Mesilla One of America's oldest markets, since 1857. The Old Mesilla Farmers and Crafts Market is open from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Free admission. On the plaza Mesilla, NM
			Film - "Reading Lolita in Tehran" A professor in revolutionary Iran gathers her most dedicated female students to study banned literary classics. 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre 2469 Calle de Guadalupe Mesilla, NM (575) 524-8287
			Mahjong Game Have you heard of mahjong, but never played? Are you a mahjong shark? Either way, or somewhere in the middle, join us on Friday afternoons. 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Branigan Library 200 E. Picacho Ave. Las Cruces, NM
			Saturday, September 12, 2026
			Farmer's & Crafts Market in Las Cruces Local food, crafts, and entertainment in the heart of Downtown Las Cruces. 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Free admission. Downtown Mall Las Cruces, NM
			Film - "Hard Ticket to Hawaii" Two drug enforcement agents are killed on a private Hawaiian island. Donna and Taryn, two operatives for The Agency, accidentally intercept a delivery of diamonds intended for drug lord Seth Romero, who takes exception and tries to get them back. Soon other Agency operatives get involved, and a full-scale fight to the ... 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre 2469 Calle de Guadalupe Mesilla, NM (575) 524-8287
			Film - "Acid Western" Saddle up for a wild ride at the world premiere of ACID WESTERN, an unforgettable evening of Wild West Arts. ACID WESTERN blends live music, championship trick roping, immersive video art, and interactive storytelling into a one-of-a-kind celebration of the mythology of the West. Doors open at 7:00 PM, film at 8:00 PM. $22. Online tickets here. Rio Grande Theatre 211 N. Main St. Las Cruces, NM (575) 541-2290
			Film - "Reading Lolita in Tehran" A professor in revolutionary Iran gathers her most dedicated female students to study banned literary classics. 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre 2469 Calle de Guadalupe Mesilla, NM (575) 524-8287
			Movies in the Park Wrap up the summer season with Encanto (PG) at Movies in the Park! Encanto Sing‑Along – Sing along to your favorite songs from the film. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and your whole crew for a magical night filled with music, color, and food trucks. Movie start time may vary slightly depending on sunset. Movies begin at dusk. Young Park 850 S. Walnut St. Las Cruces, NM
			Sunday, September 13, 2026
			Acoustic Concert Series Singer/songwriter Bree Gordon, a “phenomenal chanteuse from Chicago." Also performing, “Room to Roam,” comprised of Bob Hull, Laura Humphreys and Kelly Hoskins. “This trio is a Las Cruces treasure,” to quote Sanders. Topping the program are bluegrass and country touring artists from Illinois, Wil Maring and Robert Bowlin, with award-winning and incomparable songwriting, guitar playing and fiddling. 3:00 PM. Tickets are $20. While tickets will be available at the door, reservations are recommended and can be made by calling BBT at 575-523-1223. Seats will be reserved with a credit card, but payment will be made at the door. A portion of each ticket sale will benefit Mesilla Valley Community of Hope "Tents to Rents". Black Box Theatre 430 N. Main St. Las Cruces, NM (575) 523-1223
			Film - "Reading Lolita in Tehran" A professor in revolutionary Iran gathers her most dedicated female students to study banned literary classics. 2:00 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre 2469 Calle de Guadalupe Mesilla, NM (575) 524-8287
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