Not used to dessert sun? Here are some suggestions for beating the Las Cruces heat. Partake in Icy Treats Chilly’s Ice Cream: Find the perfect stuffed snow cone or homemade ice cream flavor for you. Need something sugar-free or dairy-free? Hit up this mobile creamery for a sweet and friendly cold…
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Friday Evening Enjoy unique amphibian-themed craft cocktails and a friendly environment open to all at this hot spot. Little Toad Creek is a great place to hit for good drinks, great music, delicious food and lots of laughs. With something always going on, join the community for their events like…
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With over 320 days of sunshine, Las Cruces is teeming with outdoor activities. Here are some to check out! Walk the Farmers Market Boost your walk and energize with a delicious drink at Mija Coffee, or browse and shop dozens of local arts and crafts vendors. Pick up a treat like boba or kettle corn…
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March means it’s Women’s History Month and Las Cruces is teeming with influential and driven women. Show your support for these local innovators by shopping at these women-owned businesses. GROUNDED Founded, owned, and operated by the Espiritu family, this local hotspot quickly gained traction after…
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Don't miss out on some of this year's biggest events! Here are a few can't-miss Las Cruces happenings in 2026. Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally January 16-18, 2026 Watch as New Mexico history paint the sky with mesmerizing colors and designs at this family-friendly, free event. Head out to the Field of…
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Las Cruces offers tame winters and holiday spirit. Make the most of your stay this season — shop, eat, see, listen and enjoy! Pop into the Las Cruces Holiday Market Stop and shop at this FREE seasonal market complete with local vendors, family activities, holiday music and a on-site food truck…
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A guide to festivals, flavors, and outdoor escapes that make Las Cruces autumn unforgettable Fall Festivities Diez y Seis de Septiembre 9/13 Celebrate Mexican Independence Day in Mesilla, NM with traditional Mexican festivities such as folklorico dances, mariachi music, Mexican cuisine and…
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Summer heat in Las Cruces is no joke, so spend the rest of summer cooling off with some ice-cold snow cones and shaved ice. Here are a few spots we recommend. New Mexico Snow Shaved Ice Shop Newly opened, and ready to serve up lots of icy goodness. New Mexico Snow is the perfect spot to cool off…
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If you’re looking for a new dining experience, be on the lookout for the Las Cruces Convention Center’s Chef Creates events. Up your dinner plans with a carefully crafted menu created by Chef Armando Murillo. Chef Creates with Chef Armando Murillo The Las Cruces Convention Center and Chef Armando…
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It may not be the first place that comes to mind where wine is concerned, but Las Cruces is part of the oldest wine-producing region in the country. Whether you're visiting or a local, our wine trail offers a number of options for you to visit but here are three gems you can't miss! La Viña Winery…
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