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Las Cruces, New Mexico, is a vibrant, borderlands city with so much to do! Whether you’re here for a day, a week, or longer, you can stay busy throughout your visit. If the great outdoors appeals to you, find events at places like White Sands National Park or the Organ Mountains–Desert Peaks National Monument. If live performances are more your thing, find events at the Amador and other restaurants, local theatres, and New Mexico State University. Since Las Cruces is a college town, you can also find football and basketball games, along with activities and exhibitions at the university’s museums and galleries. Don’t miss the award-winning Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces and other events in the newly revitalized downtown area, which also offers many art galleries and museums. Find events in historic Old Mesilla, too, from music on the plaza to historical reenactments. So, from exciting adventures to the area’s annual events, you’ll find them on our events calendar!
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Winter Fun in Ruidoso
It comes as a real surprise to some visitors to Southern New Mexico that there is a thriving, vibrant, and exciting winter sports scene in and around the resort community of Ruidoso. Set at an elevation of almost 7,000 feet, in a good winter one can sled, ice skate, and snowshoe right in town. Seventeen miles away and some 3,000 feet higher in elevation is the southernmost major downhill ski area in the nation, Ski Apache. ALPINE SKIING One of only a few ski areas in the nation owned and operated by a Native American tribe, Ski Apache offers up… Read More Related
Experience Las Cruces in Video
Our video production team is second to none and they’ve created videos about exciting places to go and things to do in the Mesilla Valley. Here you’ll be able to experience some of Las Cruces’ most exciting venues virtually as you plan your own experience. Check them out!
Wheeler Peak
Wheeler Peak is famous for being the highest peak in New Mexico. It’s 7.3 mile trail is most commonly used …
Chaco Culture National Historical Park
Chaco Culture National Historical Park and Canyon is a must see. Its historical pueblos and vast scenery makes it the …
La Llorona Park
La Llorona Park is the perfect place to get active and enjoy the outdoors! Located right along the Rio Grande …
Recycled Roadrunner Sculpture
This 20 foot sculpture of the New Mexico state bird was built in 1993 by local artist Olin Calk and …
Spaceport America
Spaceport America is the first purpose-built commercial spaceport in the world. The FAA-licensed launch complex, situated on 18,000 acres adjacent …
Rio Grande Theatre
The Rio Grande Theatre has been a entrainment focal point since it was first built as a movie theatre in …
Las Cruces Green Chile
New Mexico grows the best Green Chile in the world and Las Cruces roasts it up. Roasted During harvest season, …
Historic Old Mesilla, New Mexico
Complete with 100 year old adobe walls and carefully laid brick that tourists still walk on today as they roam …
THINGS TO DO IN Las Cruces
There’s always something exciting happening in Las Cruces! Here at LasCruces.com, we help you be in the know about new things to do and old favorites to experience again. Check this spot for the hottest ticket in town or insider tips on places to go and things to do.
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Every year, the City of Las Cruces lights up the downtown area with thousands of colorful lights lining the streets, but it’s the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, at Plaza de Las Cruces, that really brings in the crowds. This year, it’s Saturday, December 3, 2022, when live music, giveaways, refreshments and activities for the entire family are offered, from 6-8 p.m., with the switch for the tree being flipped at 7 p.m. Food trucks and a visit with Santa Claus are also included in this free public event. Following the events at Plaza de Las Cruces, the Rio Grande… Read More Related
Featured Businesses
Shop and support local when you visit these Las Cruces businesses. Explore multiple categories, from art galleries to restaurants, or home services to real estate. Whether you’re a Las Cruces resident or a visitor, you’ll find someplace you’ll want to visit. If you’re a visitor who decides to become a resident, we have lots of businesses to help you make the transition, too!
Real Estate
If you’re considering a move to the Mesilla Valley or want to move to a new home, check out our real estate section to find some beautiful homes. Click each home to learn all about it and how you can take a tour!
If you’re considering a move to the Mesilla Valley or want to move to a new home, check out our real estate section to find some beautiful homes. Click each home to learn all about it and how you can take a tour!
