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 treat.
New Mexico Snow Shaved Ice: Hit this seasonal shop dedicated to serving up shaved ice in an abundance of flavors and sweet and creamy toppings. Conveniently located next to Klein Park, bring the kids for a fun time.
Snow Cones (Tropical Snow): This gem has been a local ice treat staple for years. Located in the Mesilla Valley Mall foodcourt, shoppers can swing by for infinite flavor combos and various other treats like churros, elote en vaso and more.
Paleteria La Reyna Michoacana: Another local hotspot for ice-cold treats. Find traditional paletas, ice cream, aguas frescas and other ways to beat the heat. Don't feel like leaving the car? Swing by their drive thru, open late.
The Paleta Bar: The spot for gourmet Mexican paletas. Find unique flavors like chocolate de abuelita, fruity pebbles and passion fruit. Dip it in your choice of chocolate and top it off with various nuts, cookie crumbs or cereals, or make it fruity. Want your paleta in a different style? Try turning it into a shake, topping it with crema, or make it savory with chile, fruit, lime and more.
Paleteria Las Cruces: This paleteria is the newest addition to Las Cruces' repertoire of cool delights. Find paletas, various horchata and agua fresca flavors, sorbet, shakes, drinks and so much more. From sweet to savory, they've got it all — including a cold pop for your pup too!
Caliche's Frozen Custard: Get the true New Mexican experience at Caliche's with their unique flavors and some of the best frozen custard around. Try eccentric options like their green chile sundae or mango dango.
Keva Juice: Looking for something on the healthier side? Get a creamy, blended fruit or vegetable smoothie or juice from Keva Juice. Need something dairy-free? Try their juice-blend smoothie options. Snack on an acai bowl, or fuel up with a ginger shot to start your day.
Spicy Bean: If it's caffeine you're looking for, head over to Spicy Bean for speciality red bull drinks, lemonades, Italian sodas, ice cream, fresas con cream and other food items.
Ride the River
Summer means its time to hit the gentle flow and waves of the Rio Grande River for tubing, kayaking, rafting, and more. Soak up rays while enjoying the cool water. Don't sweat the details and book your river adventure with Southwest Expeditions for a fun and relaxing time in the current.
Theatre Sanctuary
Allen Theatres
This year brings a jam-packed lineup of block-busters hitting the big screen. Check out your local Allen Theatre for air-conditioned comfort complete with reclining seats, fresh popcorn, greasy food and plenty of opportunities for more entertainment. Allen Theatres not only provides your typical movie night, but also provides the opportunity to rent out a theatre for your special occasions so you may enjoy your favorite films with some privacy and comfort.
Summertime at the theatre also means free movies for the kiddos to enjoy throughout the week, for more info click here. Additionally, viewers can purchase tickets on Tuesdays at a discounted price of $6 as opposed to the usual price. Veteran or active military? Swing by on a Wednesday and flash your ID for a BOGO deal on tickets.
Fountain Theatre
Run by the Mesilla Valley Film Society, the Fountain Theatre hosts a variety of more indie projects, along with foreign, art and documentary-based films. If you're looking for obscure and under-represented films, this is the place to be. The theatre is located in historic Mesilla, NM where its been entertaining residents since 1905.
Rio Grande Theatre
Help this downtown icon celebrate its 100-year birthday this July! Hit the Rio Grande Theatre for local productions, open mic nights and screenings of classics, oldies and iconic films.
Grab a Drink — Cruces Style
RAD Retrocade: Grab a frozen drink to end the night at RAD Retrocade. Fill up on hot food and pop-culture references. Try sipping on drinks like Revenge of the Nerds, Runt2D2, Regina George and so much more.
La Posta de Mesilla: Known for its award-winning margaritas and tequileria, settle down at this tourist hot-spot for an ice cold pick-me-up. Swing by for a delicious New Mexican dinner or stop in for lunch.
Si Señor: While mostly recognized for its delicious authentic Mexican cuisine, Si Señor also dishes up Mexican and New Mexican inspired cocktails with creations like the Flor de Jamaica, Tres Leches and Amor Y Paz cocktails.