❤️ Local Events & Happenings October 17th Issue

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Welcome to another issue Live Love Las Cruces where we share fun local events and happenings in and around Las Cruces.

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This is your chance to not only help the community but to also get some incredibly beautiful pottery made by some of the best local artisans. Check out the 33rd Annual Empty Bowls today from 11 am to 2 pm.

The 18th Annual Donate Life Car Show will be at Young Park on Saturday Oct 18th from 8 am to 3 pm and is dedicated to reclaiming the park after last year’s tragedy, with a strong focus on healing, safety, and unity for the community. With over 500 cars, Music, food and activities.

Las Cruces shines on the big screen! Catch the premiere of "In Our Blood," in Las Cruces with local crewmembers, at Allen Theatre Cineport 10 on Friday October 17.

“They utilized so much of our diverse locations and wonderful crew, and you can see all that great work on the screen!” Catch the exclusive post-show Q&A—before the official release on October 24th! Plus Meet and Greet with the Actors. More Info

The Sky Fiesta Air Show is coming up Saturday, October 25th at the Las Cruces Airport starting at 11 am - 4 pm. Enjoy Air Races, Parachute Jumpers, Expo, Live Music and Vendors. More Info

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Check out all the great music happening at Rio Grande Winery. Great music, great food, best views in Las Cruces, and beer, wine and cocktails. Who could ask for more!

To make sure you have the best seat in the house, we're offering reserved seating on our beautiful courtyard patio! Guarantee your spot by reserving a table, or grab a seat with first-come, free seating.

Come for the music, stay for the atmosphere—this is a Southwest evening you won't want to miss!

Rio Grande Winery
Phone: 575-201-3744
Address: 5321 NM-28, Las Cruces, NM 88005

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33rd Annual Empty Bowls | St. Paul's United Methodist Church | 11 am - 2 pm | This special event is a partnership between the Potters Guild of Las Cruces and El Caldito Soup Kitchen, bringing art, community, and compassion together to fight hunger. More info

Justin & Bea Harper Memorial Golf Tournament | Red Hawk Golf Course | Shotgun starts at 8 am & 1 pm | Annual fundraiser benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Las Cruces! This year, we’re bringing the laughs and energy with a Caddyshack-themed Golf Tournament | Tickets

"In Our Blood" Special Screening | Cineport 10 - Allen Theatres | 7 pm | Filmed in Las Cruces, premier local showing.

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

Build My Future | New Mexico Construction Alliance | 9:30 am - 3 pm | An exciting hands-on career exploration event designed to introduce middle and high school students to the dynamic world of skilled trades and construction!

Are We Scared Yet? (Red Cast) | A Children's Theatre of the Mesilla Valley | Rio Grande Theatre | 7 - 8 pm

Fillmore Canyon Hike | BLM Organ Mountain Desert Peaks | 8 - 10:30 am | RSVP there is still room. | Learn about indigenous plant uses and the history of the Modoc Mine.

Patio Chat - Native Plants | Dripping Springs Visitor Center Native Plant Garden | 11 am & 5:30 pm | How to incorporate native plants into your landscape.

18th Annual Donate Life Car Show | Young Park | 8 am - 3 pm | Dedicated to reclaiming Young Park after last year's tragedy, emphasizing community healing, safety, and unity. The event features over 500 cars in 18 show categories, a health and wellness expo with free screenings, a family fun zone with music, food, kids’ activities, raffles, and a community rally with increased security and a moment of silence.

Weaving for Justice Annual Scholarship Fundraiser for Maya Youth | First Christian Church Atrium | 9 am - 5 pm | All proceeds fund scholarships for Maya children and youth who show promise and passion to continue on in school past sixth grade.

Oktoberfest | Sisbarro GMC | 9 am - 3 pm

Rummage Sale at Pioneer Women's Park | Pioneer Woman's Park | 8 am - 12 pm

The KRWG Children's Literacy Celebration | Plaza De Las Cruces | 8:30 am - 1 pm | Kids and adults alike will get to meet and take pictures with Clifford the Big Red Dog and Donkey Hodie.

Nightmares Unbound: Barnes & Noble | Barnes & Noble | 1 pm - 3 pm

Shelter Sweethearts at Petco | Petco | 9 am - 12 pm

Casa Lucerito 2nd Annual Fun Run | Town of Mesilla | 8 am - 3 pm | Family Fun Event

Free Drought Tolerant Tree Giveaway | Lynn Middle School | 12:30 - 1:30 pm | First come first served. 40-50 Trees available.

Prehistoric Trackways Hike | BLM Organ Mountain Desert Peaks | 9 - 11:30 am | RSVP Room available still.

Hubfest 2025 | Hubbard’s Music | Starts at 10 am | Multiple Bands, Live Music, Food Trucks, Vendors

Two Candlelight Concerts | Las Cruces Convention Center | Halloween Classics at 6:30 pm & Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at 8:30 pm | Tickets

2025 Border Archives Bazaar - Voices Through Time | NM Farm and Ranch Museum | 10 am - 4 pm | Showcase of original historical manuscripts, photographs, maps, publications, films, oral histories that highlight the unique history and culture of our region.

Sagecrest Park Clean-up | Sagecrest Park | 8 am - 10 am | Join the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society for our monthly clean-up of Sagecrest Park, one of our bird walk locations.

Power Four | NMSU Atkinson Recital Hall | 3 pm | Performing The Works Of Beethoven, Grieg, Schumann, And Liszt.

Public Presentation & Workshop - Downtown Master Plan Update | City Of Las Cruces | 6 - 7:30 pm | More Info

On The Hook Fish And Chips | Food Truck at Lowes | 11 am - 7 pm

Artist Talk with Anthony Pennock | Plaza De Las Cruces | 5:30 - 7 pm | Get to know the artist responsible for all the Water Tank Murals.

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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.

Las Cruces Farmers and Crafts Market | Downtown | 8:30 am to 1 pm | Wed & Sat.

Mesilla Arts & Crafts Farmers Market | Mesilla Plaza | 11 am to 4 pm | Fri & Sun.

Mesquite Street Growers Market | Klein Park | Every Sunday 9 am - Noon | Food Focused Market

Urban Farm Stand | Harmony House | 8 - 10 am | Garden produce, plants, seeds, herbal remedies and crafts.

Wednesday Walks With a Ranger | Fort Selden Historic Site | 9 to 10 am | Every Wednesday thru 11/12/25.

Bird Walk | Tellbrook Park | 8 - 10 am | Every 3rd Wednesday

Mesilla Valley Corn Maze | Sept 27th through October 26th | 11 am - 7 pm

BLM Guided Mountain Bike Rides | Doña Ana Mountains Parking Area | 7 pm | * Every Tuesday | Riders must bring their own trail-ready bike and helmet. Directions

Beyond Therapy | LCCT | October 03rd - 19th

Home, I'm Darling | NTSC | October 03rd - 19th

Are We Scared Yet? | A Children’s Theatre | Oct 17th - 25th | For grades K - 12

The Lost Boys | Blank Conversations Theatre | Nov 14th & 15th

City of Las Cruces Senior Recreation Program Calendar.

Also check our online events calendar for more.

Nels Cline, Mark Dresser, Mark Feldman | Postponed | Oct 18th |

Día De Los Muertos in Las Cruces | Amador Live | Saturday November 01st

Día De Los Muertos | Mesilla Plaza | November 01st and 2nd

Jackalope MTB & Gravel Race 2025 | November 16th

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