Las Cruces KOA Journey

2022 Fourth of July Celebration

Starts: 07/04/2022 - Ends: 07/04/2022

Annual Independence Day celebrations are heating up this year with featured concerts for July 4 and the traditional Electric Light Parade July 3. Rock band Plain White T's will headline the city's free public concert July 4 at the Pat and Lou Sisbarro Community Park (3205 Arrowhead Dr.) on New Mexico State University's main campus. Miami's Raúl Malo will open. The city's annual fireworks display will follow the concert.

50th Anniversary Hatch Chile Festival

Starts: 09/03/2022 - Ends: 09/04/2022

Head north where the Village of Hatch will be buzzing with activity in late summer with the 50th annual Hatch Chile Festival. Over the weekend of Sept. 3 and 4, all are welcome to enjoy vendors, a carnival, parade, live music, games and watermelon, ice cream and chile eating contests. Usher in the fall season with fresh roasted chile and ristras.

2022 Harvest Wine Festival

Starts: 09/03/2022 - Ends: 09/05/2022

Celebrate the festival with wine tasting, grape stomping, live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, children activities, and wine seminars. Located at Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds off I-10 west of Las Cruces at either exit 127 or 132 (follow the signs). Hours: 12-6 pm each day. Pricing: varies.

Diez y Seis de Septiembre

Starts: 09/17/2022 - Ends: 09/18/2022

Celebrate Mexico's Independence from Spain in Mesilla over the Sept. 17 and 18 weekend. Sept. 16, 1810 is recognized as the day Mexico rebelled against the Spanish ruling party. Mesilleros celebrate with live music, mariachis, ballet folklorico, food trucks and vendors.

An Evening With Journey

Starts: 07/29/2022 - Ends: 07/29/2022

Iconic rock band Journey will be jamming out this summer at New Mexico State University's Pan American Center. Their one night only performance will be held at 7 p.m. July 29. Tickets available for purchase online at www.ticketmaster.com/journey-las-cruces-new-mexico.

'Me, Myself & Shirley' starring Cindy Williams

Starts: 07/23/2022 - Ends: 07/23/2022

Head back down to the Rio Grande Theatre in July for a special appearance by “Laverne & Shirley's” Cindy Williams. The actress will sit down with the audience at 7 p.m. and discuss her life in the entertainment business, her relationships with fellow entertainers and more. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.riograndetheatre.org.

2022 Mudd for Matches Tournament

Starts: 08/20/2022 - Ends: 08/20/2022

Big Brothers Big Sisters is hosting its 12th annual mud volleyball tournament Aug. 20 outside of the Grapevine Event Plaza, 3900 W. Picacho Ave. Sign up your team and support the organization's Big/Little matches in the community. Entries are on a first-come-first-serve basis. The registration deadline is 5 p.m. Aug. 13, but organizers expect the event to sell out before then. Team captains can find their packets online at www.bbbsmountainregion.org. 

(575) 496-9388

Las Cruces Summer Dock Diving Splash 2022

Starts: 07/08/2022 - Ends: 07/10/2022

Take part in or watch the canine sport of dock diving this summer at the Las Cruces Dock Diving & K9 Event Center. Between July 8-10, dogs will be competing for longest and highest jump into the water. Titles and recognitions are up for grabs. Owners can register their pets online at northamericadivingdogs.com.Those interested in joining the sport can find information on classes online at dockdivinglc.com.

2022 Downtown Las Cruces Tequila, Taco and Cerveza Fest

Starts: 07/16/2022 - Ends: 07/16/2022

After a two-year hiatus, the Downtown Las Cruces Tequila, Taco and Cerveza Fest is back this summer on the Plaza de Las Cruces. The sixth annual festival will be held from 5-11 p.m. July 16 at 100 N. Main St.Over 40 tequilas will be available to sample along with live lucha libre wrestling, taco trucks, mariachi music, DJs, salsa sampling, vendors, lawn games and more. Tickets include a sampling cup, tequila samples and five salsa samples. Children 12 and under will be admitted for free if accompanied by a parent. Tickets can be purchased online at www.eventbrite.com.

New Mexico Wine Festival over Memorial Day weekend

Starts: 05/27/2023 - Ends: 05/29/2023

The annual Memorial Day weekend wine fest will be held from noon to 6 p.m. May 27-29 at the Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds. New Mexico-based wineries, live music, vendors and more will be set up at the event for people to enjoy.satsunmonTickets are available online at nmwine.com.

Las Cruces Comic Con

Starts: 08/20/2022 - Ends: 08/21/2022

Las Cruces Comic Con is making a comeback this year Aug. 20-21 at the Las Cruces Convention Center. Featured guests include Aleks Paunovic (“Battlestar Galactica”), artist Joe Staton and wrestler Theodore Marvin DiBiase Sr., aka The Million Dollar Man.Vendors, exhibitors, costume contests and more are on the schedule. Celebrity photo and autograph sessions are also planned for fans. Tickets can be purchased online at lascrucescomiccon.org.

Trinity Site Tour October 2023

Starts: 10/07/2023 - Ends: 10/07/2023

Trinity Site (location of the first atomic bomb explosion on earth) is open to the public twice a year (on the first Saturday in April and on the first Saturday in October). Considered more of an open house event than a guided tour. No charge and no reservations required. 

https://www.wsmr.army.mil/fn/Pages/2022-Trinity-Site-Open-House-Dates.aspx

2022 Las Cruces Summer Beer Fest at Plaza de Las Cruces

Starts: 08/13/2022 - Ends: 08/13/2022

Over 200 craft beer selections will be available for sampling at the return to this annual summer event. From 5-11 p.m., Aug. 13, at the Plaza de Las Cruces, located at 100 N. Main St. Included with the price of a ticket are food trucks, live bands, live DJs, activities, vendors and sample glassware. Tickets are available for purchase by people 21 and older online at www.lcbeerfest.eventbrite.com. Minors 12 and under will be admitted for free as long as they are accompanied by a legal guardian.

2023 Annual Bataan Death March

Starts: 03/19/2023 - Ends: 03/19/2023

The Bataan Memorial Death March is a challenging march through the high desert terrain of the White Sands Missile Range. The memorial march is 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. Where: White Sands Missile Range on Highway 70 E.

Las Cruces Farmers Market-Wednesday's

Starts: 06/29/2022 - Ends: 06/29/2022

Las Cruces Farmers Market-Wednesday's

Starts: 07/06/2022 - Ends: 07/06/2022

Las Cruces Farmers Market-Wednesday's

Starts: 07/13/2022 - Ends: 07/13/2022

Las Cruces Farmers Market-Wednesday's

Starts: 07/20/2022 - Ends: 07/20/2022

Las Cruces Farmers Market-Wednesday's

Starts: 07/27/2022 - Ends: 07/27/2022

Las Cruces Farmers Market-Saturday's

Starts: 07/02/2022 - Ends: 07/02/2022

Las Cruces Farmers Market-Saturday's

Starts: 07/09/2022 - Ends: 07/09/2022

Las Cruces Farmers Market-Saturday's

Starts: 07/16/2022 - Ends: 07/16/2022

Las Cruces Farmers Market-Saturday's

Starts: 07/23/2022 - Ends: 07/23/2022

Las Cruces Farmers Market-Saturday's

Starts: 07/30/2022 - Ends: 07/30/2022