❤️ What's Happening this week in Las Cruces August 14, 2026

Local Events on Tuesday & Friday @ 6 am
Live Music on Thursday @ 1 pm

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Some towns just feel like a deep breath. Las Cruces is one of those places. Glad we’re all here together, noticing the good stuff as it unfolds.

The BLM has a series of free Patio Chats starting this Friday August 14th through Saturday August 29th. What a great program and resource for the local community. Check out the Chats

The Special Meeting will be at 4:30 pm today, Friday August 14th and is available via livestream on Youtube. Here is the Agenda.

The Las Cruces Home Expo hits the Las Cruces Convention Center September 11–13, 2026—free admission, free parking, and a whole weekend of local contractors, the latest trends, and show-only deals under one roof.

Whether you’re remodeling, decorating, or just hunting inspiration (and a few good quotes), this is the one to hit.

Full details: lascruceshomeexpo.com

The City of Las Cruces is developing a Transportation Safety Action Plan (TSAP) to reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries for everyone who walks, bikes, drives, or takes transit.

Community input is essential right now—attend the virtual meeting on August 18 or the open house on August 25, or watch for the upcoming online survey and map.

Details and how to participate

The last chance to register for our upcoming Dinner Club on Wednesday August 19th is Monday August 17th at 5:30 pm. Whether you are new to town or have lived here all your life our Dinner Club is a fun way to meet new people and make friends in Las Cruces.

Take a Quiz, get paired with 5 compatible people, enjoy a meal and great conversation. After the meal join the after dinner gathering to meet up with everyone from the other restaurants to meet even more Las Cruces friends.

Julia B commented “This is a great idea, I'm so glad I signed up for the first dinner. My dinner-mates were friendly, engaging, and interesting. Looking forward to doing it again soon!”. Come Join us at the next Dinner Club More information

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Check our Online Events Calendar for even more events

Music lovers here is the latest Live Music issue.

Join us for the next Dinner Club on August 19th at 5:30 pm.

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RGW has a cork-poppin’ list of reasons to stop by so let’s talk music!  

Friday: Enjoy high-energy Blues and Rock with the Desert Crows.

Saturday: Experience the blend of Country and Rockabilly from Down By Fore; book a table for great seating.

Sunday: Delight in smooth jazz from Frank Zona and band, plus enjoy grape picking.

Also, save the date for Ryan Painter & the Resistors next week for original country music plus we have glass etching, line dancing, and a Sunset Sip & Paint planned!

Check out our sites Events Calendar for more future gigs, or better yet, sign up for our newsletter.

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Note: Always check to confirm event details with venue before attending events for changes or weather cancellations.

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MMC, TOTS and Day One Home Visiting Story Time | Memorial Medical Center | 10:30 am

Walk-in Painting: Pottery, Canvas, Glass, Wood, Tote Bags, Hats | Wet Paint Art Studio | 5 pm 

3rd Annual Drive for Diabetes Golf Tournament Foursome Scramble | Sonoma Ranch Golf Course | 7 am

Flights & Sights - Discovery Flights | War Eagles Air Museum | 8 - 11 am

Guided Morning Kayaking & Pilates on Caballo Lake | Southwest Expeditions | 9:30 am

🎈 Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie Workshop | Lowes | 10 am | Kids will love this

Seventh Annual Bug Fest | Museum Of Nature And Science | 10 am - 1 pm

Weaving for Justice 3rd Saturday Sale of Maya Textiles and Gifts | First Christian Church Atrium | 10 am - 4 pm

Preschool Art: Music & Movement Class | Wet Paint Art Studio | 10 - 11 am

Monster Truck Wars | Doña Ana County Fairgrounds | 12 pm & 6 pm shows

Polymer Clay Jewelry Workshop | Assembly Craft Studio | 1 - 4 pm

Men Who Cook | Las Cruces Convention Center | 6 - 10 pm

21st Annual El Paso Holocaust Museum's Tour de Tolerance | Santa Teresa High School | 7 am | 50k Bike Ride, 5k Run/Walk, 1mi Family Fun Walk, or 1mi Dog Walk

Reign Volley Ball Tryouts | Las Cruces Ave Gym | 6 pm

Las Cruces Career Fair | Hilton | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Trivia | T or C Brewing | 6 pm

Tuesday Morning Campus Runs | Pat and Lou Sisbarro Community Park | 6:30 - 7:30 am

👉 There’s so much more….Be sure to check our Events Calendar and Live Music events and weekly recurring events like the farmers & crafts markets.

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Cruces Car Show Fiesta | Sisbarro GMC/575 Cars | August 22nd | 9 am - 1 pm

2026 Wellness Expo | Alameda House | August 29th | 9 am - 4 pm

Las Cruces Motorcycle Swap Meet | Barnett Harley-Davidson | September 5th | 8 am - 3 pm

The Hatch Chile Festival is on September 5th & 6th 🌶

Las Cruces Home Expo | Las Cruces Convention Center | September 11th-13th

Public Lands Palooza | BLM | September 12th, 9 am - 12 pm | BLM celebrating their 80th anniversary and America’s 250th. More Info

Mudd Volleyball Tournament | Blue Moon Bar & Grill | September 19th | Register now | Benefit for Big Brother/Big Sister of New Mexico.

Doña Ana Mountain Bike Race 2026 | FYZICAL | October 30th | Registration Opens August 01st.

NMSU Homecoming 2026 | November 6th & 7th

Come From Away | LCCT | August 7th-23rd

Mean Girls | A Children’s Theatre | Rio Grande Theatre | August 14th & 15th

Mr Burns | Blank Conversations Theatre Company | Rio Grande Theatre | August 21st-30th

Tiny Beautiful Things | Black Box Theatre/No Strings Theatre Company | Sep 18-Oct 04, 2026

The Seuss Odyssey | A Children’s Theatre | Rio Grande Theatre | October 16th & 17th

See our events calendar for Artist & Gallery Shows

*Artists and Galleries add your shows to our calendar! We love sharing the Arts!

City of Las Cruces Senior Recreation Program Calendar.

Also check our online events calendar for more.

"New to Las Cruces or craving real connections?

Our Dinner Club is the perfect mix: personality-matched tables, amazing food, and genuine conversations that turn strangers into fast friends.

Newcomers feel at home immediately. Locals leave loving this community even more.

Wednesday, August 19th • 5:30 pm

Calling All Vendors! 🛍️

Join us for the Alameda Depot Neighborhood Association & Las Esperanzas, Inc. Rummage Sale on Saturday, October 17, from 8 AM–Noon at Pioneer Women’s Park (500 W. Las Cruces Ave.)

We’re looking for vendors with vintage collectibles, antiques, art, yard treasures, handmade goods, and more! It’s a great opportunity to clean out, sell your treasures, connect with neighbors, and support local preservation efforts.

Vendor donation: $10 for neighbors | $20 for community vendors

Bring your own table.

Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! RSVP

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