Friday, January 16, 2026
January Contra Dance With Seth Levine and "Rave Review" Friday, January 16th (7:15-10 pm) 2251 Calle de Santiago, Mesilla $10 General Admission ($8 under 21) More information: 575-636-5509
Arts/Crafts & Farmers Market (Old Mesilla) Come see some amazing artists and their talent, and some great produce when in season. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2231 Avenida De Mesilla.
Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally 2026! Kick Off Glow- 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Downtown Plaza (100 N Main St, Las Cruces, NM 88001). The RC (radio controlled) balloons gather and glow in the Downtown plaza to give spectators a taste of the sights and sounds of the upcoming weekend.
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally 2026! Morning Ascension - Sunrise (around 7 am) at the Field of Dreams (2300 Tashiro Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88007). The Full-Size Balloons inflate, launch and fly in the morning from the southwest lot (the dirt lot) of the Field of Dreams. The RC balloons put on their show in the west parking lot of Field of Dreams.
Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally 2026! Evening Glow - Sunset (around 5:30 pm) at the Field of Dreams (2300 Tashiro Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88007). All full-size and RC balloons show off their colors in the night. Come revel in the magic!
Guided Hikes and Programs: Dona Ana Trailhead. Join Don for a guided mountain bike ride and learn about your monument lands along the way! Riders must bring their own trail-ready mountain bike and helmet. (3-3 miles, depending on interests and abilities of attendees). Meet at Dona Ana Trailhead at 9 a.m. Info: 575-494-3701. Please leave a voicemail if no response!
Guided Hikes and Programs: Picacho Peak Recreation Area Parking, Hike through history and geologic time to learn of Picacho Peak's formation and this history of the Butterfield Trail with Mary and Anne (History focus). 9 a.m. start time. RSVP required at: https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/events/ (May not appear for signup until closer to the date). Follow driving directions on events signup page. All programs are free and open to the public excepts a $5/vehicle day-use fee at Dripping Springs. Pre-registratin only requires where indicated. Questions? Text/call 575-494-3701. Please leave a voicemail if no response!
Guided Hikes and Programs: Ridgeline Trailhead at Prehistoric Trackways. Start time 9 a.m. Join BLM Paleontologist Colin Dunn on a moderate hike to the Discovery Site, where the first excavation of the Permian-age mega trackways occurred. Along the way, learn about the geology and paleontology of the Monument. 3 miles round trip. Questions? Text/call 575-494-3701. Please leave a voicemail if no response!
Taylor Talks: An Archaeological Perspective on Hunting in New Mexico. At 2251 Calle De Santiago, Mesilla. FREE! From 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Hunting has always played a pivotal role in Native American subsistence and culture. This presentation explores the archaeology and history of hunting in New Mexico from the arrival of hunters and gatherers to the twenty-first century. This Taylor talk will be presented by Matthew J. Barbour.
NMSU Women’s Basketball vs. Missouri State. 12 p.m. at the Pan American Center, Las Cruces
Weaving for Justice will sell Maya textiles, 10 am to 3 pm in the Atrium of the First Christian Church, 1809 El Paseo Rd. Proceeds go to Maya weaving collectives in Chiapas, Mexico. Information: www.weaving-for-justice.org
Sunday, January 18, 2026
Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally 2026! Morning Ascension - Sunrise (around 7am) at the Field of Dreams (2300 Tashiro Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88007). Once again, the Full-Size Balloons take to the skies from the dirt lot. The RC balloons will strut their stuff in west parking lot.
Arts/Crafts & Farmers Market (Old Mesilla) Come see some amazing artists and their talent, and some great produce when in season. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2231 Avenida De Mesilla.
The MVJBS calendar kicks off on Jan. 18 with a favorite of the society, the David Borrego Trio, for the first monthly meeting of the year. Meeting starts at 3 p.m. at Alma d’Arte Charter High School, 402 W. Court Ave., Las Cruces, NM 88005
Guided Hikes and Programs: La Cueva 1st Parking Area. Start time at 9 a.m. Hike to Filmore Canyon and back with Don as he shares indigenous plant use the historical highlights along the way as well as a Modoc Mine history sidebar. (2 miles roundtrip.) RSVP required at: https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/events/ (May not appear for signup until closer to the date).
Guided Hikes and Programs: Sierra Vista Trailhead off Dripping Springs Road. Start time 1 p.m. Hike to Filmore Canyon and back with Don as he shares indigenous plant use the historical highlights along the way as well as a Modoc Mine history sidebar. (2 miles roundtrip) RSVP required at: https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/events/ (May not appear for signup until closer to the date).
Monday, January 19, 2026
The Mesilla Valley Chorale will begin rehearsals on Monday, January 19th for its Spring concert, “I Hear America Singing,” scheduled for Sunday, May 3rd 2026 at the Rio Grande Theatre. The first rehearsal will begin in the choir room of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church at 6:30 PM, for registration and music distribution. All following rehearsals will be on Monday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00. The Chorale is under the direction of Judy Bethmann. Interested singers wishing to join should visit the Chorale’s website for more information at mesillavalleychorale.org .
Mondays Connect Playgroup at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 2540 El Paseo Rd Ste A, Las Cruces. From 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Our Connect Playgroup meets every Monday at 10:00 am and is open to parents and caregivers of children aged 0-5! Each week we’ll have stations set up for free play, including toys, art supplies, Play-Doh, books, sensory bins, and more! At the end of our session, our Pastor will join us for story time and a song. With fun free play for kids and FREE coffee for caregivers, Connect Playgroup is a great way to start your week!
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
National Day of Racial Healing. This year’s event will take place across two locations and is being co-hosted by additional community partners, allowing us to better serve students, families, and community members. Session One will be held at New America High School Gym, 207 S. Main, from 2-4:15 p.m. Session Two will be held at the Electric Caregivers Building ( Old Wells Fargo Building, Downtown) 506 S. Main Street, 7th Floor room 710 from 5-8 p.m. The day will feature youth-centered activities, panels, community vendors, free food, and live music — including performances by DJ Rodriga Rockmore, New World Drummers, students from Raices del Saber Elementary, Sunihateyou, plus youth DJ sets and open mic. Session Two will also include an arts & crafts table for young children, making it especially family-friendly. Please RSVP to attend, vend, or volunteer:https://forms.gle/fBTwv2seSV96o9nX9
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Are you ready for tax season? Come join us at our January meeting at Peace Lutheran Church on January 21, 2:00 PM. We will have an AARP Tax Aide Volunteer to discuss tax changes for 2025 tax year. Refreshments will be provided.
Guided Hikes and Programs: Dripping Springs Visitor Center Native Plant Garden. Starting at 11 a.m. Guest Pop-Up! Las Cruces library hosts a mobile book station. Check out a book, return a book, ask questions or get your library cards! RSVP required at: https://organmountainsdesertpeaks.org/events/ (May not appear for signup until closer to the date).
Thursday, January 22, 2026
NMSU Men’s Basketball vs Missouri State at the Pan American Center! Games starts at 7 p.m. 1810 E University Ave.
Ongoing Events
Southern NM N Scalers Model Railroad Club meets at the Southern NM Fairground and are open to the public the 3rd Saturday of every month from 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM. Enter through the far west gate. Contact Mike Fifer, 575 993 7078 for more information
Las Colcheras Quilt Guild meets in the winter at 5 p.m. on the third Monday every month at the American Legion Post 10, 1185 Madrid Ave. Info: 575-639-4327
Southern NM N Scalers Model Railroad Club meets at the Southern NM Fairground and are open to the public the 3rd Saturday of every month from 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM. Enter through the far west gate. Contact Mike Fifer, 575-993-7078 for more information
Grief Support Group 2nd & 4th Thursdays at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Open to all and free of charge. Hosted by High Desert Hospice. Info:575-201-3636.
Overeaters Anonymous, 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, Peace Lutheran Church, 1701 Missouri Ave. Hybrid meeting, available by Zoom. Info: Bob at 610-762-3779.
Saturday Morning Breakfast for Veterans, 8-10 a.m. every Saturday at Deming American Legion Bataan Post 4, 619 W. Spruce St., Deming. Info: 575-546-8385
Coffee & Donuts for Veterans, 8-11 a.m. every Monday & Wednesday at Deming American Legion Bataan Post 4, 619 W. Spruce St., Deming. Info: 575-546-8385
Overeaters Anonymous, noon Wednesdays at St. James Episcopal Church, 102 St. James St. Hybrid meeting, available by Zoom. Info: Bob at 610-762-3779.
Unity of Las Cruces Prayer & Meditation Circle, 7 p.m. each Wednesday via Zoom. ID 817 3441 31190. Passcode WEDSVC. Info: 575-936-3019.
Las Cruces Ukes meets for a Strum for Fun play-along, 5:30 p.m. every Thursday at Las Cruces Village, 3011 Buena Vida Circle, in the Creative Arts Room. Info: lascrucesukes@gmail.com.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Weekly weight loss support group, meets at 5:30 p.m. every Thursday, at the Center for Spiritual Healing, 575 N. Main St., Las Cruces. Info: 575-522-6760
Tai Chi in the Park free introductory classes every Thursday. 9-10 a.m. at the Mesilla Park Recreation Center in the Park. Ongoing class in the traditional Yan Family Tai Chi Long Form. Information: 915-584-4730.
Coalition of Conservatives in Action, 6-8 p.m. Thursdays at Kitchen Kraft Home, 980 N. Telshor Blvd. Info: 816-510-1105.
Friday Nite Trivia for Veterans and guests, 6-10 p.m. at Deming American Legion Bataan Post 4, 619 W. Spruce St., Deming. Info: 575-546-8385
Los Leones de Mesilla Lions Club meets 6:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Tuesday at La Posta Restaurant, 2410 Calle de San Albino, Mesilla. Info: 915-613-6315
Model A Ford Club meets at 1:30 p.m. on the first Sunday of the Month at Rudy's Barbeque 1020 N Telshor Blvd, Las Cruces. Info: 541-499-1356.
Hope & Healing Ambercare Grief Group meets at 12:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month, at Ambercare Home Health, 3870 Foothills Rd., Las Cruces. Info: 575-556-8409
DIY Mental Boost is a free dine and learn mini workshop at 11:45 a.m. on the first Thursday of every month. Location varies. Text ‘workshop’ to 575-201-3769 for reservation link.
Federation of Democratic Women of Doña Ana County, at 6 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Church, 702 Parker Road, every second Tuesday. Info: Sherri Nolan at 575-644-8207.
The Climate Info: walknbeauty@countermail.comEmergency Legislative Action Committee meets , 6 p.m., every second Thursday at the Unitarian Universalist Church activities room, 3845 N. Swan St., Silver City.
Las Colcheras Quilt Guild meets at 6 p.m. on the third Monday of every month, at American Legion Post 10, 1185 E. Madrid Ave., Las Cruces. Info: Linnea at 575-521-0521
The Minnesota Club meets at 11 a.m. on the third Wednesday of every month, at various restaurants around Las Cruces. Info: Call Dee – 575-642-5789 or Kris at 575-323-3624 or Kmaierrn@msn.com
Dona Ana Doll Club meets on the third Saturday of the month at different eating establishments around town. Info: Annalie Rollins at 915-479-3537.
Epilepsy Support & Education Services, Inc. meetings. 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the first and third Saturdays of every month at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Info: 575-636-4500 or EpilepsySupportNM.org.
The Mutual UFO Network presents Coffee Cups & Flying Saucers, 11 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month at Otero Artspace, 1118 Indiana Ave., Alamogordo. Info: 860-324-7614
Desert SW Cancer Support Group, 10 a.m.-noon on the fourth Saturday of the month, at Memorial Medical Center Annex meeting room (entrance on the west side of the hospital). Info: Maricela at 505-453-1789.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offers free training sessions in genealogy, 11 a.m.-noon on the last Wednesday of the month, and 6:30-7:30 p.m. on the last Thursday of the month, at 2915 E. Idaho Ave., Las Cruces. Info: 575-496-5277
Explore Fort Selden Historic Site with ranger-guided tours on Wednesday mornings from June to August. 9 - 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. Fort Selden Historic Site, 1280 Fort Selden Rd, Radium Springs, NM, 88054.
On the second Tuesday and Thursday monthly AARP Driver Safety courses are presented at First Light Credit Union (3791 E Lohman). 11:00am-3:00pm. Good for discount on auto insurance. $20 AARP members, $25 Non-AARP. Call 760-505-4757 to register and for information.
