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What's Happening This Week In Las Cruces, NM May 3 - 10, 2026
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Chess GameJoin 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. 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Branigan Library |
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Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
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Film - "Ghost Elephants"In the highlands of Angola, conservation biologist Steve Boyes sets out on an epic journey to search for a mysterious, elusive herd of ghost elephants - creatures long believed to be a myth. 2:00 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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Music - "I Hear America Singing"Presented by the Mesilla Valley Chorale. Doors open at 2:00 PM, show at 3:00 PM. $10 online tickets here. Rio Grande Theatre |
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| Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | |||
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Children's ActivityThis 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 PM. Branigan Library |
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Fiestas de Las Cruces Mariachi Conference ShowcaseCelebrating Hispanic Heritage on Cinco de Mayo featuring Mariachi Los Arrieros, Mariachi Aguilas and more… Online tickets here. 6:00 PM. Alma d'arte Charter High School |
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Film - "All the President's Men""The Washington Post" reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein uncover the details of the Watergate scandal that leads to President Richard Nixon`s resignation. 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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| Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | |||
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Farmer's & Crafts Market in Las CrucesChristmas Eve Market. Local food, crafts, and entertainment in the heart of Downtown Las Cruces. 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Free admission. Downtown Mall |
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Film - "Ghost Elephants"In the highlands of Angola, conservation biologist Steve Boyes sets out on an epic journey to search for a mysterious, elusive herd of ghost elephants - creatures long believed to be a myth. 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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| Thursday, May 7, 2026 | |||
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Film - "Ghost Elephants"In the highlands of Angola, conservation biologist Steve Boyes sets out on an epic journey to search for a mysterious, elusive herd of ghost elephants - creatures long believed to be a myth. 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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Nature & Science Discovery: Pre-KNurture 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 |
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StorytimeJoin 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 |
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| Friday, May 8, 2026 | |||
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Farmer's and Crafts Market in Old MesillaOne 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 |
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Film - "Mr. Nobody Against Putin"A Russian teacher secretly documents his small town school`s transformation into a war recruitment center during the Ukraine invasion, revealing the ethical dilemmas educators face amid propaganda and militarization. 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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Fine Art Flea MarketIn collaboration with LAB x Fine Arts Flea Market, our Education & Community Equity Associate, Patience Sabaque, presents Indigenous Excellence Fashion Show. Featuring three Indigenous designers with roots in Pueblo and Chicano communities, this show celebrates culture through, education, creativity, and storytelling through fashion! 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Plaza de Las Cruces |
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Mahjong GameHave 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 3:45 PM. Branigan Library |
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Theatre - "Frankenstein"Set in the icy polar regions where scientist Victor Frankenstein has chased the creature he brought to life, this highly theatrical and emotional play traces Frankenstein's path to the final confrontation with his intelligent, articulate, sensitive, and powerfully violent child. 8:00 PM. Call to reserve. Black Box Theatre |
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| Saturday, May 9, 2026 | |||
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Basic Emergency Preparedness ClassAn emergency, evacuation or disaster can happen at any time. Are you and your family prepared? then join us in the Roadrunner Room to learn about why it's important for you and your family to be ready, the types of common disasters and emergencies that can happen and examples of what you need to be prepared in any emergency or disaster. 10:15 AM to 12:00 PM. Free to attend Branigan Library |
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Bird WalkCome join the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society and bird walk leader for our monthly bird walk at Sagecrest Park. Meet your bird walk leader at 8:00 AM. Birders of all ages, skill levels, and abilities are welcome. The walk meanders through the state park for approximately 1.5 miles, lasting 2 hours. The trail is mostly flat and easy to navigate. There is no fee to participate in the walk. 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Sagecrest Park |
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Farmer's & Crafts Market in Las CrucesLocal food, crafts, and entertainment in the heart of Downtown Las Cruces. 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Free admission. Downtown Mall |
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Film - "Mr. Nobody Against Putin"A Russian teacher secretly documents his small town school`s transformation into a war recruitment center during the Ukraine invasion, revealing the ethical dilemmas educators face amid propaganda and militarization. 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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Pancake BreakfastSupport High School Key Clubs and youth in our region by purchasing an $8 ticket from a high school student or at the door! 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Las Cruces High School |
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Theatre - "Frankenstein"Set in the icy polar regions where scientist Victor Frankenstein has chased the creature he brought to life, this highly theatrical and emotional play traces Frankenstein's path to the final confrontation with his intelligent, articulate, sensitive, and powerfully violent child. 8:00 PM. Call to reserve. Black Box Theatre |
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| Sunday, May 10, 2026 | |||
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Chess GameJoin 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. 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Branigan Library |
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Film - "Mr. Nobody Against Putin"A Russian teacher secretly documents his small town school`s transformation into a war recruitment center during the Ukraine invasion, revealing the ethical dilemmas educators face amid propaganda and militarization. 2:00 PM. Online tickets here. Fountain Theatre |
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Theatre - "Frankenstein"Set in the icy polar regions where scientist Victor Frankenstein has chased the creature he brought to life, this highly theatrical and emotional play traces Frankenstein's path to the final confrontation with his intelligent, articulate, sensitive, and powerfully violent child. 2:30 PM. Call to reserve. Black Box Theatre |
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