❤️ What's Happening This Week in Las Cruces September 25, 2026

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I swear this was the longest summer that I can remember in a long time and fall has started by dumping a ton of rain…hope you didn’t get too much rain or flooding. We have lots of fun events this week and next. Let’s get started…

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Free Concerts by NMSU Music Department

Starting today and running through Oct 06th the NMSU Music Department has some exciting free Philharmonic Orchestra concerts.

Jeb reached out and commented "The best concert on Saturday is Dr. Yoshiko Arahata at NMSU, which you don't even mention." So I thought I had better mention it since Jeb says this is the Best Concert 🙂 so don’t miss it.

Check this issue and the Live Music issue for more details also but here is the schedule.

Get Ready for The Mesilla Valley Jazz & Blues Festival

It’s happening starting on Oct 01st at NMSU Atkinson Recital Hall with the remainder of the events at Plaza de Mesilla. This is going to be epic so make your plans to attend! Learn more

Southern New Mexico State Fair & Rodeo

Dust your boots and cowboy hats off and get ready for the rodeo at the fairgrounds starting next Thursday and running through the weekend. More Info. Check out all the live music at the rodeo too. This is going to be FUN!

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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 October 14th at Mesilla Restaurants. Learn More

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WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK

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Friday, September 25th

Friday Family Night | Cruces Creatives | 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Reception honoring Las Cruces Artist Adrian Aguirre | The Mad Hatter Gallery | 5:30 - 7 pm

NMSU Volleyball vs Western Kentucky | Pan American Center | 6 pm

Plant Bingo | Amaro Winery | 6 pm

Mayfield vs Deming | Field of Dreams | 7 pm

NMSU Philharmonic Orchestra Season Opener | NMSU Atkinson Recital Hall | 7:30 pm | Free Admission

Saturday, September 26th

Spaceport America’s 2026 Open House | Spaceport America | Weather Canceled

5th Annual Dr. Karen M. Trujillo Golfing for Educators Scramble | NMSU Golf Course | 7 am

Pedal & Yogalates Class | Plaza de Mesilla | 7 - 9 am

Sunflower U-Pick | Calhoun Flower Farms | 8 - 10 am

Pet Adoption | Pet Smart | 9am - Noon

Book Signing | Coas Books | 10 am - Noon | Local Author Catherine Warnock will sign her new book “Trip the Light Within a Psilocybin Therapy Guide”

Women's Self-Defense Seminar | Steel Dragon MMA | 10 am - Noon | Free

K9 & Kouture | Mesilla Valley Mall | 11 am - 1:30 pm | Adoptable dogs hit the runway in fall fashions, plus a meet-and-greet with the pups. A fun fundraiser supporting Safe Haven.

Original Townsite Fiesta | Klein Park | 11 am - 4 pm | Red Enchiladas Plate Tickets

NMSU Volleyball vs Western Kentucky | Pan American Center | noon

DIY Painted Doormat Workshop | Assembly Craft Studio | 1 - 3:30 pm

NMSU Football vs New Mexico | Aggie Memorial Stadium | 1:30 pm | Rio Grande Rivalry / Hispanic Heritage Day · CBS Sports Network · tickets

Full Moon Watch Party | Rio Grande Winery | 7 pm

WAR | Rio Grande Theatre | 7 – 9 pm (doors 6 pm) Sat & Sun

Dr. Yoshiko Arahata Faculty Recital | NMSU Atkinson Recital Hall | 7:30 pm | Free Admission

Sunday, September 27th

2026 Mayor's Bike Ride | Plaza de Las Cruces | 10 am | Join Mayor Eric Enriquez for a free, family-friendly 10-mile ride through Las Cruces. Velo Cruces.

Weekend Wine Shuttle | Mesilla Valley Wine & Brew Tours | 11:15 am - 5 pm

Cruces Cool Cats Adoptions | Pet Smart | 12 - 2 pm | Every Sunday

NMSU Soccer vs FIU | NM State Soccer Athletic Complex | 6 pm | Conference opener / Green-Out

WAR | Rio Grande Theatre | 7 – 9 pm (doors 6 pm) Sat & Sun

👉 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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HAPPENING ON STAGE

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

A Perfect Arrangement | New Mexico State University Theatre | Oct 01st - 11th

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

Footloose the Musical | New Mexico State University Theatre | Nov 12th - 22nd

ARTISTS & ART SHOWS

See our events calendar for Artist & Gallery Shows *Artists and Galleries add your shows to our calendar! We love sharing the Arts!

SENIOR ACTIVITIES

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

DINNER CLUB

"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, October 14th • 6 pm

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT

Las Cruces Home Expo

The Las Cruces Home Expo hits the Las Cruces Convention Center October 16–18, 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

* We put the spotlight on local businesses because we are committed to celebrating the innovation, dedication, and community impact of the entrepreneurs who strengthen our local economy. Submit your suggestions.

COMING SOON

Southern New Mexico State Fair | Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds | Sept 30 - Oct 04th

2026 Mesilla Valley Jazz and Blues Festival | Plaza de Mesilla | Oct 1st - 4th

Mesilla Valley Maze 2026 public season is Oct 3rd – Oct 25th

Southern New Mexico Book Festival | Doña Ana Community College | Oct 03rd

Autumn Adventure Camp | La Cueva Group Site | Grades 2 - 5 | Oct 5th - 8th

Las Cruces Reptile Expo | Dona Ana County Fairgrounds | Oct 10th

Las Cruces Home Expo | Las Cruces Convention Center | Oct 16th-18th

Art on the Range | NM Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum | Oct 17th

3rd Annual Color Fun Run | La Llorona Park | Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 8 am - 12 pm | Register

Sky Fiesta | Las Cruces International Airport | Oct 17th | 10 am - 4 pm

Jackalope Trail Run & Run&Ride | Oct 18th | Register now

Doña Ana Mountain Bike Race 2026 | FYZICAL | Oct 30th | Registration Opens Aug 01st.

NMSU Homecoming 2026 | Nov 6th & 7th

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