👻 Are You Ready For 2 Weeks of Halloween Celebration?

Could this be the longest Holiday Celebration? Hope you like Spooky and Candy 🙂

Live Love Las Cruces Logo

Hello, Las Cruces!

Thanks for joining the 3,021 and counting Las Cruces enthusiasts who know that our community isn't just amazing—it's like a fiesta in a piñata!

Weather

Friday 🌤️ Mostly Sunny 87°/51° | Winds E at 5 to 10 mph.

Saturday ☀️ Sunny 88°/54° | Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph.

Sunday ☀️ Sunny 90°/56° | Winds SSE at 5 to 10 mph.

Las Cruces Symphony Pops 1

Dance with the Dead: A Symphonic Celebration of Dia de los Muertos

This concert offers a perfect blend of spooky classical favorites and Mexican-inspired pieces to celebrate the Dia de los Muertos holiday.

Audiences can look forward to an evening of evocative music that captures both the eerie and festive spirit of the occasion. Note: This is the last event of 2024.

This Saturday and Sunday Oct 26th and 27th. More Info

👻 The Real History of Halloween

It’s maybe the only non-religious holiday that we have. Ever wondered about how Halloween got started? Maybe an answer here.

Las Cruces Local Event Divider for Newsletter

 ⭐️ Turn our audience into your clients/customers More Info

Events

Friday, Oct 25

Mesilla Arts & Crafts Farmers Market | Mesilla Plaza | 11am-4pm

Annual Fall Festival | Las Cruces Catholic School | 5:30-7:30 pm

Trunk or Treat | Viva Dodge Las Cruces | 5-8 pm

Trunk or Treat | Esperanza Children's Therapy | 5:30-7:30 pm

La Emi Flamenco | Hotel Encanto | Oct 24 & 25 | 7:30 - 8:30 pm | Tickets

Moon Bash Halloween Costume Party | Blue Moon | 7-11 pm

Annual Trunk or Treat 2024 | Las Cruces Cruising Council | Rudys BBQ | 7 pm

Saturday, Oct 26

Las Cruces Farmers and Crafts Market | Downtown | 8:30 am - 1 pm | Pet Costume Contest & Trick or Treat

RX Take Back Day | Dona Ana County | 10 am

Opening Reception: Dina D'Argo, "Foundlings" | Rio Grande Fine Art | 12-4 pm

25th Anniversary of Las Esperanzas | Las Esperanzas | 1-5 pm | Mesquite Street Historic District

Cornhole for a Cause Tournament | Icebox Picacho | 1 pm | Benefits Doña Ana County Humane Society

Haunted Insane Asylum | Southwest Expeditions | 4 time slots | 7 pm | Tickets

Real Life Fall Fest | Real Life Church | 4 pm | Hay Maze, Carnival Games, Candy

Trunk or Treat | McCoy’s Building Supplies | 2-5 pm | Treats & Games

Salsaween Party | Amaro Winery | 7 pm

Haunted After Hours Movie | Las Cruces Public Libraries | 6:15 pm

Fall Festival | University Presbyterian Church | 5-8 pm | Bouncy House, Pumpkin Painting, Cake Walk

Fall Festival 2024 | Church of Christ | 3-6 pm | Hay Rides, Face Painting

Trunk or Treat & Haunted House | St. Andrew's Episcopal Church | 5-8 pm | Music, Games, Prizes

Spooky Science Fall Festival | St. Paul's United Methodist Church | 5-7 pm

The Arbors' Trunk or Treat | Vista Living Care | 5-8 pm | Haunted House, Candy

The Living Ghetto Blaster Zombie Walk | Downtown Las Cruces | 7 pm

Pumpkin Carving Contest | Casa Autoplex | 3-5 pm | Cash Prizes

Trunk or Treat | Sisbarro Buick GMC | 9 am | Bring the Kids

Trunk or Treat @ Restore | Mesilla Valley Habitat for Humanity | 11 am - 3 pm

Trunk or Treat | Olive Garden | 6-9 pm

Mesilla Fall Festival | Mesilla Plaza | 5-9 pm | Haunted House, Games, Live Music, Costume Contest, Safe Trick or Treating Stations

Fall Harvest Festival | Rio Grande Winery | 12 pm | Hay Rides, Grass Maze, Games

Annual Fall Harvest Fest | Farmesilla | 12 pm | Pumpkin Patch, Face Painting, Music

Gun Show | Sunrise Lions Club | Las Cruces Convention Center | Oct 26 & 27 | 9 am

Guided Bird Tour | Leasburg Dam | 8-10 am

Star Gazing Program | Leasburg Dam | 6:30-8:30 pm

Campfire Kitchen | Fort Selden Historic Site | 10-11 am | Adobe horno restoration & preservation

Fall Festival | University Presbyterian Church | 5-8 pm

Masonic Cemetery Tour | Las Cruces Museums | 2-3 pm

Zombie Mash | Icebox Cantina | 6-10 pm

Haunted After Hours Movie | LC Public Libraries | 6:15 pm | Beetlejuice

Trick or Treat @ Artist, Crafters & Creators Bazaar | Mesilla Valley Mall | Sat 26 & Sun 27 | 12-6 pm

Las Cruces Symphony Día de los Muertos Celebration | NMSU Atkinson Recital Hall | 7:30 pm | Tickets

Marathon - Day of the Dead Series | La Llorona Park | 6 am | 26th & 27th | Marathon, half, 50K, 10K, 5K each day

Pumpkin Patch | Nichols Ranch La Luz | Sat & Sun 9 am - 5 pm | Carnival games, train rides, petting zoo, costume contest

Hazy Moon Night Market | Sunland Park | 5-10 pm

Pet Costume Contest | Mija Coffee | 7-8 pm

OutsmART Table Top Sculptures | NMSU Art Museum | 1 pm | Free, Material Provided, create your own.

Neighborhood Artists Sale | The Pines Neighborhood | 9 am - 1pm | Artists throughout the neighborhood include woodworking, fine arts/prints, gourds (painted), miniatures, stained glass, beadwork, jewelry,

Sunday, Oct 27

Mesilla Arts & Crafts Farmers Market | Mesilla Plaza | 11am-4pm

Howl-O-Wine Dog 2024 | La Vina Winery | 11 am - 5 pm | Dog Walk & Costume Contest.

Fall Market and Book Swap | Bean on Mesquite | 10 am

Fall Festival | DH Lescombes | 2-8 pm | Live Music, Games

Ghost Stories by Campfire! | Southwest Expeditions | 7-9:30 pm | Tickets

Trunk or Treat | Kids for Christ | 5-7 pm

Great Pumpkin Candy Drop | Maag Field | 11 am - 3 pm

Gun Show | Sunrise Lions Club | LC Convention Center | Oct 26 & 27 | 9 am

Spaceport Motorcycle Ride | LC Motorcycle Rides | 9 am

Trick or Treat @ Artist, Crafters & Creators Bazaar | Mesilla Valley Mall | Sat 26 & Sun 27 | 12-6 pm

Las Cruces Symphony Día de los Muertos Celebration | NMSU Atkinson Recital Hall | 3:00 pm | Tickets

Marathon - Day of the Dead Series | La Llorona Park | 6 am | 26th & 27th | Marathon, half, 50K, 10K, 5K each day

Pumpkin Patch | Nichols Ranch La Luz | Sat & Sun 9 am - 5 pm | Carnival games, train rides, petting zoo, costume contest

Halloween Party and Costume Contest | Rad Retrocade | 4-8 pm

La Grande UPick | Calhoun Flower Farm | La Mesa | Pumpkins and Flowers | Tickets

Monday, Oct 28

42nd Annual Jewelry Sale | NMSU Metalsmithing Students | NMSU Bookstore Coffee Shop | 7:30 am - 6:30 pm | Handmade, wearable art pieces. More Info

Ongoing

Mesilla Valley Corn Maze - Sep 28 - Oct 27 | Tickets

Theatre

Adams Family Values | A Children's Theatre | Rio Grande Theatre | Oct 26 | 7pm

Good People | NSTC Black Box Theatre | Oct 18-Nov 03

Big Bad Green Cast | A Children's Theatre | Rio Grande Theatre | Oct 25 & 26

Check out more events in our online calendar. Take a look!

Got Events? You can add them to our events calendar. It’s easy and free. Click Here

Business Spotlight

Mary Jane's Pilates Studio! Think of Pilates as a blend of yoga, strength training, and mindfulness, all focused on creating a stronger, more flexible, and balanced you through controlled, precise movements. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, Pilates is a low-impact workout that targets deep muscles, increases strength, and promotes a strong mind-body connection. Experience the Pilates difference – book your first class today! Visit mjpilatesstudio.com or call me at (575) 649-5591 *

*indicates Sponsored Advertising

Music

Friday, Oct 25

CW Ayon Duo | Amaro Winery | 7 pm

Bourbon Legend | Elephant Ranch | 7 pm

Sebastian Lescombes | DH Lescombes | 6 pm

Calista | DH Lescombes | 6:30 pm

Sons of Soul | Little Toad Creek | 8 pm

Daniel Sanchez | Pecan Grill | 7 pm

Rudy Saenz | NM Vintage | 7 pm

Benji Rivas | Grounded | 7 pm

Grady Hodnett | Rio Grande Winery | 6 pm

Dallas David Ochoa & Travis Manning | Game 2 | 7 pm

Rick & Belle | Valley Pizza | 7 pm

Unforgettable | Palacio Bar | 8 pm

Chris Baker | Blue Moon | 7 pm

Saturday, Oct 26

Proud Pete | Amador Patio Grill | 8 pm

Hayden Haddock | Blue Moon | 7-11 pm | Tickets

The Big Spook Band | Amador Patio Bar & Grill | 6:30 pm

Pumpkin Party | NM Vintage | 12-2 pm

Jamie O’Hara | NM Vintage | 7 pm

Dusty Low | Rio Grande Winery | 6:30 pm

Matthew Mercado | Icebox Picacho | 6 pm

Clinton Wilcox Orchestra | Valley Pizza | 7 pm

Michael Avillar | Dry Point Distillers | 7 pm

Kicks | Palacio Bar | 8 pm

Sunday, Oct 27

CL Smith | NM Vintage | 2:30 pm

Frank Zona | Rio Grande Winery | 5 pm

Chris Baker | Sparky’s Hatch | 12 pm

Visit our online calendar for additional music events and shows.

Learn how to make AI work for you

AI won’t take your job, but a person using AI might. That’s why 800,000+ professionals read The Rundown AI – the free newsletter that keeps you updated on the latest AI news and teaches you how to use it in just 5 minutes a day.

@livelovelascruces

Follow us on Instagram @livelovelascruces

Quote of the Day

“Halloween was confusing. All my life my parents said, 'Never take candy from strangers.' And then they dressed me up and said, 'Go beg for it.”

Rita Rudner

What Did You Think About Today's Issue?

Your feedback helps us create a even better newsletter. After you click leave us a comment.

Login or Subscribe to participate in polls.

 Thank you for reading!

Your support means the world to us! If you enjoyed this issue, the greatest thanks you can give is sharing it with someone special.

Charlie Barks - Publisher - Live Love Las Cruces

Reply

or to participate.