❤️ Local Events February 20th Issue

Hello {{First Name|Las Cruces}},

Check out these big events this weekend

Yes… it’s still happening all month! 2026 For The Love Of Art Tour (pdf). And here is the tour map.

If you are new to town or if you just want to break out of your comfort zone and meet some new people, check out our new Dinner Club coming up next Thursday February 26th. Sign up closes next Tuesday 2/24 at 6 pm.

⛽ Gas Prices in Las Cruces

✅ Looking for a job? We have a new Job Board.

Check our Online Events Calendar for even more events.

Check out the latest Live Music issue.

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✅ Las Cruces Home Expo | Las Cruces Convention Center | 12 - 6 pm | More Info

Moonlight: Adult Night at the Museums | Museum Of Nature And Science | 5 pm

Food Truck Friday | Morning Star Las Cruces | 5 - 8 pm

Soriba Fofana African Drum and Dance | First Christian Church | 6 - 9 pm

Mahjong | Thomas Branigan Memorial Library | 2/20, 1:00—3:45 PM

⭐ Museum Rocks Gem & Mineral Show | NM Farm & Ranch | 9 am - 5 pm

✅ Las Cruces Home Expo | Las Cruces Convention Center | 10 am - 5 pm | More Info

NM Concealed Handgun License Class | Sportsman's Warehouse | 7 am

Valles Canyon Petroglyph Hike | Las Cruces Short Hikes | 9 am

Weaving for Justice - Sale Maya Textiles and Gifts | First Christian Church Atrium | 10 am - 3 pm

Seventh Annual Lunar New Year Celebration | Branigan Cultural Center | 10 am

Beginner's Loom Weaving Workshop | Assembly Craft Studio | 2/21, 12-3 pm

Ryan Shields & Friends Comedy | Truth or Consequences Brewery | 7 pm

Meal Share | Food Not Bombs Las Cruces | Young Park | 4 - 6 pm | Food & Winter Jacket giveaway.

⭐ Museum Rocks Gem & Mineral Show | NM Farm & Ranch | 10 am - 4 pm

✅ Las Cruces Home Expo | Las Cruces Convention Center | 11 am - 4 pm | More Info

ASCMV Drive-Thru Vaccination Clinic | Field of Dreams | 9 am - 1 pm

New Mexico State Baseball vs. Towson University Tigers Baseball | NMSU Presley Askew Baseball Complex | 11 am

Wild Waters: Passport to New Mexico’s Rivers Book Tour | New Mexico Wilderness Alliance | 2/23, 6 pm | More Info

Tuesday Mornings - NMSU Campus Run | Pat and Lou Sisbarro Community Park At NMSU | 2/24, 6:30 am

Chess Night | Rio Grande Winery | 2/25, 7-9 pm

Highland Cow Paint & Sip | Rio Grande Winery | 2/26, 6-8 pm

Why Fly South for Stem Cells | B-Well Regenerative Medicine and Wellness Clinic | 2/26, 5 pm

The Game Billiards & The Association hosts the Greater Chamber Business After Hours | The Game Billiards | 2/26, 5:30 pm

👉 Check out the Performing Arts for this weekend below

The 14th annual Museum ROCKS! Gem and Mineral Show is back at the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum on February 21 and 22 in Las Cruces. 

​Explore dazzling crystals, gems, minerals, fossils, meteorites, and unique jewelry, with hands-on fun for rockhounds of all ages. 

​Meet expert exhibitors, discover one-of-a-kind gifts, and enjoy a family-friendly weekend celebrating the wonders of the natural world. 

​​Plan your visit, see hours, and view ticket prices at MuseumRocks.com

Lucky 5K/10K/Half Marathon | La Llorona Park | 2/28, 8:30 am

Free Tree Giveaway | Dona Ana Soil and Water Conservation District | 2/28, 12:30-1:30 pm

St. Patrick’s Bar Crawl | Downtown Las Cruces | March 14th

Las Cruces Film Festival | NM Farm & Ranch | April 8th - 12th

¡Mira! Las Cruces | Plaza de Las Cruces | April 24th & 25th | Note: Farmers Market will move to Sunday 26th.

2026 Art in the Garden | Artists of Picacho Hills | May 9th

Lucille Fletcher's NIGHT WATCH | Las Cruces Community Theatre | Feb 06-Feb 22

A Trip to the Moon | A Children’s Theatre @ Rio Grande Theatre | Feb 20-28

The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged | NSTC - Black Box Theatre | Mar 13-Mar 29

Frankenstein | NSTC - Black Box Theatre | May 01-May 17

One Flea Spare | NSTC - Black Box Theatre | Jun 12-Jun 28

City of Las Cruces Senior Recreation Program Calendar. Also check our online events calendar for more.

Registration is open for the Doña County 2026 Senior Olympics now and the games begin on March 06th. Learn more and sign up now.

Check our Events Calendar for more fun things to do such as Local Sports, NMSU events, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Pickleball, Tennis Scramble, Family Bingo, Teen Splash Nights, Chess Club, and more.

👉 Check this page for the weekly recurring events that happen every week like the Farmers and Crafts Market, Growers Markets, Farm Stands, Bird Walks etc.

Whether you are new to town or just want to meet new friends check out our fun new Live Love Las Cruces Dinner Club.

Six people. One table. Next Dinner Club is Thursday, February 26th at 6:00 PM.

How it works: Take our quiz and we'll match you with five people who either mirror your energy or totally flip your perspective (you pick).

The fun: Your restaurant stays under wraps until that morning.

After Dinner: Halfway through dinner, we'll text everyone a spot nearby to keep vibes going if you want. You can decide.

Here's the deal: Just $16 locks in your seat. You handle your own check, while we orchestrate the rest.

Perfect for: New residents or long-time locals looking to have great conversations and meet new friends in Las Cruces.

Last week, I visited the new restaurant La Jefa at NMSU, and it was excellent. The owners, Jorge Covarrubias and Magdalena Covarrubias, along with their son Jorge Covarrubias, are wonderful. Just look at those smiles!

The food was absolutely delicious, and their prices are among the most affordable in town. Hailing from Guadalajara, they prepare everything fresh using family recipes. I will definitely return!

They wanted to share a special discount for our readers: If you mention that Charlie with Live Love Las Cruces sent you, they will provide a free cucumber agua fresca and 20% off your first visit. Menu

They are located at 940 College Avenue, Las Cruces, NM 88001, in Gerald Thomas Hall. Note: If you do not have an NMSU parking sticker, park on Knox Street behind Knox Hall. Here is a screenshot.

This could become your next favorite lunch spot! Visit La Jefa soon and tell them Charlie sent you.

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