The 12th annual HomeGrown New Mexico Food Show and Gift Market takes place November 21–22, 2026, at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces. The two-day culinary and craft market features more than 60 regional vendors offering food samples, locally produced wines, and handmade holiday gifts. Admission includes access to all standard museum exhibits and galleries.
The New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces is the best place to jumpstart your holiday shopping because the annual HomeGrown market gathers the state’s top agricultural and culinary producers under one roof. By partnering directly with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture, this event ensures every item available, from award-winning green chile salsas to handmade Native American pottery, is grown or crafted locally.
“This annual collaboration we have with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture has produced a fun event in Las Cruces that showcases products grown in our state,” said New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs Cabinet Secretary Debra Garcia y Griego. “HomeGrown has developed into a much-anticipated celebration at the Farm & Ranch Museum, thanks in part to the opportunity it provides for the public to sample these New Mexico products and begin their holiday shopping.”
When is the 2026 HomeGrown Food Show?
In short: The two-day event runs Saturday, November 21, and Sunday, November 22, 2026, with staggered morning and afternoon hours.
The New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum hosts the event in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture. The market serves as an agricultural showcase timed for the start of the winter holiday shopping season.
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What products can you find at the market?
In short: Over 60 vendors sell locally made food, regional beverages, and handmade Southwestern crafts.
The bulk of the market features businesses registered with the state’s official “New Mexico—Taste the Tradition®” and “Grown with Tradition®” programs. Attendees can sample and buy specialty food items directly from the producers.
- Pantry Items: Award-winning salsas, red and green chile sauces, local honey, and native New Mexico pecans.
- Drinks: Bottles and samples from regional New Mexico wineries and beverage companies.
- Art and Crafts: Native American pottery, handmade jewelry, and custom artwork sourced from northern and central New Mexico.
- Holiday Decor: Hand-decorated miniature Christmas trees and festive wreaths sold by the Doña Ana County 4-H club members.
“The HomeGrown event has become a premier showcase for New Mexico-grown food, beverage, and craft products that make our state special,” said New Mexico Agriculture Secretary Jeff Witte. “This event is a source of New Mexico products that has come to define the spirit of the holiday season across the state and region. It clearly reflects people’s love for locally made products and successfully meets consumer demand year after year. I invite you to come ‘Taste the Tradition,’ enjoy the variety of New Mexico products and kick off the holiday season at the HomeGrown event!”
Where is the event located?
In short: The market takes place at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum on Dripping Springs Road.
The event occurs across the 47-acre campus of the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, located at 4100 Dripping Springs Road in Las Cruces. Maintained by the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, the facility documents 4,000 years of regional agricultural history. A standard event admission ticket covers entry to the main vendor spaces along with access to the museum’s permanent livestock barns, green bridge, and interior galleries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all the food products at the market made in New Mexico?
Every food and beverage vendor participating in the HomeGrown market is a certified member of the New Mexico Department of Agriculture’s official marketing programs. These strict criteria guarantee that the ingredients are either grown directly within state borders or processed by businesses operating inside New Mexico communities. Visitors can look for the official “Taste the Tradition” logo on individual product labels to verify the regional origin of the salsas, nuts, and sauces available to buy.
Can you sample the wines and foods before buying them?
The vast majority of the 60 participating agricultural vendors provide small, complimentary samples of their products directly at their booths. This setup allows attendees to try specialty hot sauces, spice blends, and food items before buying full-sized packages for holiday gifts. Regional New Mexico wineries also offer regulated tastings of local vintages, though buyers must present a valid government-issued photo identification card to verify they are 21 years of age or older before sampling alcoholic beverages.
Is the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum wheelchair accessible?
The main museum building, indoor galleries, and central paved pathways connecting the event vendor spaces are fully accessible to visitors using wheelchairs or strollers. Because the facility sits on a working 47-acre historic ranch property, certain outdoor exhibits, livestock pens, and secondary dirt trails consist of gravel or packed soil that can be uneven. Designated accessible parking spaces are located directly in front of the main entry doors for vehicles carrying official state disability placards or license plates.
Can you bring your own food or pets to the market?
Outside food, personal coolers, and independent alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited inside the museum gates during the event. Pets are also barred from entering the indoor galleries and vendor zones to protect public health and prevent conflicts with the museum’s resident livestock. Legally protected service animals trained to perform specific tasks for individuals with disabilities are permitted in all public areas, but emotional support animals do not qualify for this access exemption.
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