Gravel Bike Rides
Multi-surface group rides, that range from 10-25 miles. Routes and meet-up location are posted Tuesdays and rides begin every Thursday ~6:30/7PM. For more information go to Monumental Loop | Facebook
Multi-surface group rides, that range from 10-25 miles. Routes and meet-up location are posted Tuesdays and rides begin every Thursday ~6:30/7PM. For more information go to Monumental Loop | Facebook
Parade, Carnival, Chile roasting, Restaurants, Food Vendors, Craft Vendors, Entertainment, Chile Eating & Watermelon Eating Contests, and fun for the kids. Be prepared to walk or to catch complimentary shuttles. […]
The Sunset Stroll is a leisurely, ranger-guided stroll through the gypsum sand dunes. It is a splendid opportunity to experience the dunes first-hand while learning about the uniqueness of our […]
The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will offer Family Fun Walks! These 5-kilometer walking events will be on Saturdays during July through September. This series consists of […]
Help us celebrate Monuments to Mainstreet and Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks' 10th Anniversary with a guided hike! MORE INFO Informational guided hike to visit La Cueva Archeological site […]
The Franciscan Festival of Fine Art is sponsored by the Holy Cross Retreat Center (HCRC) to promote appreciation for fine artists and their work. All participants are approved by a […]
Join Ranger Flo for a guided tour of the Fort Selden ruins. Explore 1400 years of history from the Mogollon to the Spanish and the American military. Tour included in […]
Sample over 200 wines from New Mexico’s finest wineries. Find your favorite to enjoy by the glass. Purchase by the bottle or case to enjoy all Summer. Click here for […]
Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park: 1st Monday of the month bird walk. Meet at the visitors center. Walk leader will be Wayne Treers, substituting for Mark Pendleton. Please contact Wayne by […]
The Loco Loop: Scrambling Up the Three Highest Peaks in the Potrillo Mountains in a Day. The Potrillo Mountains Wilderness Area is a located on the remote southern end of […]
Multi-surface group rides, that range from 10-25 miles. Routes and meet-up location are posted Tuesdays and rides begin every Thursday ~6:30/7PM. For more information go to Monumental Loop | Facebook
Live music and activities on the plaza de Las Cruces.
Have you ever wanted to hike the dunes under the magical glow of the full moon? This is your chance to enjoy the peace and serenity of this elusive environment […]
Sagecrest Park / East of Las Cruces Dam: 2nd Saturday of the month bird walk. Group leader: Joel Gilb. Meet at Sagecrest Park by the MVAS “Keep the Park Beautiful” sign. […]
Join Ranger Mike and learn some basic campfire cooking. Recipes and tips will be provided. Demonstration and ranger interaction included in general admission. *Ranger Mike’s ability to cook over a […]
All movies are free. Bring the family and enjoy an evening of fun! ***Movies start at dusk!***
Enjoy the radiance of the dunes beneath a full moon with this night of extended park hours. The park will have extended closing hours until 11:00 pm to enjoy the […]
FEE: Free. No fee for program, park entrance fees apply. LOCATION: Meet near the sunset stroll sign parking area, a 5-mile (8.05 km) drive from the fee station. Days: Every […]
Multi-surface group rides, that range from 10-25 miles. Routes and meet-up location are posted Tuesdays and rides begin every Thursday ~6:30/7PM. For more information go to Monumental Loop | Facebook
The 2022 White Sands Balloon & Music Festival combines the beauty of the Tularosa Basin Landscape, Red Dirt Country Music, Hot Air Balloons, and Family-Friendly Activities. The Alamogordo Center of […]
September 17-18 – Diez y Seis de Septiembre Fiesta, Old Mesilla, near Las Cruces, New Mexico Mexican Independence Day! Join the village of Mesilla as they commemorate Mexico’s independence. Be […]
Help us celebrate Monuments to Mainstreet and Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks' 10th Anniversary with a hike and brunch! MORE INFO We will carpool to location. Meet up location […]
Join Ranger Flo and learn about the history of El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro, one of North America’s oldest roads. Walk on a portion of the trail and check […]
Registration Fee: $25 day of event/$20 per registration before September 5th. Vendors $80 Day of event/$75 pre registration before September 5th. Set Up Time: 7 am – 10:30 am, show […]
Tellbrook Park: Third Wednesday of the month bird walk. Group Leader: Wayne Treers, substituting for Mark Pendleton. Meet at the park entrance. Please contact Wayne by telephone (575-528-8696) at least 2 […]
Friends of Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks 10th Anniversary Event Click here for more info
Multi-surface group rides, that range from 10-25 miles. Routes and meet-up location are posted Tuesdays and rides begin every Thursday ~6:30/7PM. For more information go to Monumental Loop | Facebook
National Public Lands Day - Free entrance to White Sands National Monument (NPS) and BLM-managed recreation areas (Dripping Springs, Aguirre Springs, Three Rivers Petroglyph Site) "Established in 1994 and held […]
Help us celebrate Monuments to Mainstreet and Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks' 10th Anniversary with Yoga on the Monument! LOCATION La Cueva Amphitheater at the large La Cueva Group […]
Event will be held in Ice Canyon (Behind the A.B. Cox Visitor Center) at Dripping Springs Natural Area. Open to the public No entry fee for the event
Join Ranger Mike for a guided tour of the Fort Selden ruins. Explore 1400 years of history from the Mogollon to the Spanish and the American military. Tour included in […]
Event Dates: September 24th & 25th, 2022. La Viña Winery, 4201 Highway 28, Anthony, NM 88021. More Info
All movies are free. Bring the family and enjoy an evening of fun! ***Movies start at dusk!*** Family friendly movies all summer – select Saturdays June to September.
Help us celebrate Monuments to Main street and Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks' 10th Anniversary with a guided hike! MORE INFO Come learn about the night sky and night-dependent […]
Help us celebrate Monuments to Mainstreet and Friends of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks' 10th Anniversary with Yoga on the Monument! LOCATION Ice Canyon behing the Dripping Springs Visitors Center $5 […]
12th Annual SalsaFest celebrates “ALL THINGS SALSA” with the Salsa Triple Threat! Salsa Tasting, Salsa Music and Salsa Dancing at the AmadorLive Eatery & Entertainment District, Sunday Sep 25th, GATES […]
September 28 – October 2 – Southern New Mexico State Fair & Rodeo, Las Cruces, New Mexico The Southern New Mexico State Fair has something for everyone; a midway, an auction, food, music, livestock shows and a cowboy rodeo. Southern New Mexico State Fairgrounds. (575) 524-8602. www.snmstatefair.com Children Under 6 Years of Age – Free […]
Multi-surface group rides, that range from 10-25 miles. Routes and meet-up location are posted Tuesdays and rides begin every Thursday ~6:30/7PM. For more information go to Monumental Loop | Facebook
Leasburg Dam State Park. Last Saturday of the month bird walk. Group leader: CJ Goin. Meet at the park visitor’s Center at 8:00 AM and plan to carpool to the picnic area on the Rio Grande. Walk the Mogollon Trail for approximately one mile. Return to picnic area via upper road or trail.