PRESENTED BY
Culture. Color. Community.
Get ready for Visit Las Cruces' vibrant, FREE family-friendly celebration at the fourth annual MIRA! Las Cruces—spotlighting the art, culture, cuisine, outdoor fun, and creative spirit that make Las Cruces and its surrounding communities truly one of a kind.
| FREE, NO TICKETS REQUIRED TO ATTEND |
Join us April 24, 6-9 p.m. and April 25, 2026, 2-9:30 p.m.
Headliner
Annie Bosko
Entertainment Lineup
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5:30pm: Pre-show – Ballet Folklorico Corazón de Las Cruces
6:00pm: Sol Ballroom Dance Lesson
7:00pm: Rebel Creek Radio band
8:15pm: Cautivo Norteño band
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2-2:30pm: NMSU Dance Program
2:30-3pm: Ballet Folklorico
3-4pm: Danza Azteca Prehispanic Dance Group Canek
4-5pm: Mariachi Raíces de América
5-6pm: The 575 Band
6-7pm: Sol Ballroom (country line dance)
7-8pm: Dzaki Sukarno
8-8:45pm: Annie Bosko part 1
8:45-9pm: Drone Show
9-9:30pm: Annie Bosko part 2
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3-4:30pm: Lucha Libre Matches
5:30-7pm: Lucha Libre Matches
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3:30-7:30pm: NM Juneteenth Jazz Arts Festival Preview – MOSIAC
New This Year!
- For the first time, the Mira Las Cruces event expands to Friday night, April 24
- Live performances by Rebel Creek Radio and Cautivo Norteño from 6 to 9 p.m.
- Food trucks on site throughout the evening
- The main Mira Las Cruces event continues as usual on Saturday, April 25, from 2:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
What to Expect
🎨 Art in Action – Stroll artist alley and see the chalk art exhibition
🎭 Lucha Libre Matches – Catch thrilling, crowd-favorite luchador showdowns
🚀 Drone Light Show – A stunning display lights up the sky in sync with music
🎶 Live Performances – Enjoy a variety of music and entertainment
🌮 Local Eats & Drinks – Savor regional flavors from food trucks and vendors
👨👩👧👦 Fun for All Ages – Free, family-friendly atmosphere with something for everyone
Hotel Special
Your stay includes reserved seating for ¡Mira! plus fun extras like sunglasses, a tote bag and more festival swag.
2026 vendor participation
UPDATE 4/2/26
Vendor application form CLOSED / Car Show spots FULL. If you were selected as a vendor, you have been contacted by our Event Manager or designee. For questions, please contact Liz Vega at .
FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions
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New this year is an opening concert on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m.
This year’s main event is on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 2-9:30 p.m.
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The FREE, family-friendly event takes place on Main Street in downtown Las Cruces, with live performances on Plaza de Las Cruces. Additional attractions include vendors, free activities, a car show, lucha libre, drone show, live music at the Rio Grande Theatre and much more
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Yes, folding/camp chairs are encouraged as there will be limited seating available by stage and Luchador ring.
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Yes, well-behaved and leashed pets are welcome!
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The event is FREE to attend; however, there will also be vendors selling items and most will accept both cash and credit cards. Tickets to attend the event are NOT required.
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FREE parking is available in the downtown area. This includes street parking and lots north and south of the plaza. Those located east and west of the plaza are accessible along Water Street and Church Street.
CLOSED LOTS
- The lot located on the southeast side of Main Street, directly behind the New America School, will be closed for drone setup and launch.
- The lot behind the Rio Grande Theater will also be closed to the public.
