Northeast New Mexico Calendar
A Night with the St. James Spirits
May 19, 2012
Interested in the paranormal? Want to be an investigator? Now is your chance! Investigate the haunted hotel with Altitude Paranormal Group (APG). Reservations required. Space is limited. $20 per person.
International Migratory Bird Day Hike and Presentation
May 20, 2012
Take a hike on Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge with Bob Mishler, one of our local antrhopologists. He is going to lead us down the Gallinas Trail to view some ancient pictographs.
Angel Fire Summer Chairlift Opens
May 24, 2012
Bike Park & Summer Chairlift Opening Day. Summer is here! Come ride the mountain.
Santa Rosa Days
May 25 - 27, 2012
Annual Santa Rosa Days Celebration and Memorial Day Softball Tournament hosts over 40 Teams. Food booths, kid's contests, goat roping, pony rides. Live entertainment.
Family Cowboy BBQ
May 27, 2012
Enjoy a scenic chairlift ride on the Chile Express. At the summit there will be a BBQ, live entertainment featuring Cowboy Bob (a cowboy poet and musician) and horse wagon rides provided by Roadrunner Tours.
Memorial Weekend Ceremonies
May 27 - 28, 2012
Flag March, service & speakers.
Clayton Lake Fishing Derby
Jun 02 - 03, 2012
Food, fun & fishing. Youth and adult prizes awarded for the largest trout caught. For more info, call 575.374.9253.
WeBeRacing Motorcycle Hare Scramble
Jun 02 - 03, 2012
Another great motorcycle hare scramble comes to Angel Fire Resort. Look to the front side of the mountain for this years event! vistit www.weberacing.com for more information.
Mother Road Rally
Jun 07 - 09, 2012
Bike raffle, games, poker run and great music make this a Northern NM event you won't want to miss.
Route 66 Motor Tour
Jun 07, 2012
See the exciting scenery and friendly people of each Route 66 community from Tucumcari to Gallup, and see why it is called the "Land of Enchantment" The cruise is open to anything on wheels that can get down the road...car, motorcycle, travel trailer, bicycle, classic or contemporary.
Outdoor Recreation Show
Jun 16, 2012
Fun for the whole family! Games, Food, Prizes, Educational Exhibits
Tux and Tails
Jun 16, 2012
Join us for a full day of fun! Starting with a Dog Jog around the course, we'll have a golf tournament in the morning, training activities in the afternoon and a silent auction and competition for best dressed dog to round out the night!
Mountain Man Rendezvous
Jun 22 - 30, 2012
Step back into the 1800’s to experience what life was like back then. Period costumes, an authentic encampment and much more! 8am-10pm.
Cimarron Days Celebrates the Santa Fe Trail
Jun 23 - 24, 2012
Come out & enjoy artisans, craft vendors, food, music & games. Wagon Rides from New Town Cimarron to Old Town Cimarron. Historical Tours of Old Town the Historic Express/St. James Hotel & the Old Mill Museum. 9-5pm
Angel Fire Endurance Run
Jun 30 - Jul 01, 2012
This first year event is a 100 mile, 100 km or 50km run. Registration is open on-line until June 27th, 2012.
The current proposed course will utilize a little bit of asphalt, gravel access roads and then join the Elliott Barker Trail in the Carson National Forest and head south toward Osha Pass.
Nuestra Senora de Refugio Fiestas
Jun 30, 2012
Religious procession from St. Anthony's Church in Pecos village to the mission church at Pecos National Historical Park; followed by Mass in the old ruins. A fiesta at St. Anthony's Church ensues until dusk.
90th Annual Maverick Club Parade and Rodeo
Jul 03 - 04, 2012
The Longest Running Open Rodeo in the West Featuring: Roping, Barrel Racing, Bull Riding, Wild Cow Milking and More!!! Parade at 9am; rodeo follows.
Fourth of July Rabbit Ear Round-up
Jul 03 - 04, 2012
Rodeo, ranch rodeo - true cowboy fun! For more info, call 575-374-9323.
4th of July Activities in Eagle Nest
Jul 04, 2012
11am-5pm Fireman's BBQ
2pm Parade down Main Street
4th of July Celebration
Jul 04, 2012
Old-fashioned family picnic setting, food booths and entertainment.
4th of July Parade and BBQ
Jul 04, 2012
Parade starts at 10am; BBQ from noon-2pm at the Union County Fairgrounds.
Fourth Festivities
Jul 04, 2012
The classic cars and motorcycles will be rolling into Angel Fire throughout the weekend. The bulk of the festivities will take place at the Angel Fire Resort Country Club.
July 4th Celebration!
Jul 04, 2012
The fun kicks off at 6PM with hay rides, barbeque, an Independence Day coloring contest, and a rousing medley of patriotic songs led by the Raton High School chorus!
Fiestas de Las Vegas
Jul 06 - 08, 2012
The 124th annual - Las Vegas' oldest and most colorful event - Fiestas highlights culture & celebration. Parades, art fair, live music, dancing in the streets!
First Fort Tour
Jul 14, 2012
Journey back into history as materials from the first fort were being utilized to construct its replacement, and the arsenal was expanding as confederate forces begin their invasion of the southwest.
This event is part of the American Civil War 150th Anniversary Series.
Viva New Mexico! Music Fest
Jul 21, 2012
Enjoy a variety of music genres from a selection of bands, food booths and other vendors.
Mora Fiestas
Jul 26 - 29, 2012
Activities include the parade, rodeo, dances, and street fair.
Quay County Fair and Carnival
Jul 27 - 29, 2012
Admission for the horse show is free and begins at 7:00 a.m. and usually ends by 3:00 p.m. 4H-ers from around the state come to compete for saddles, buckles and points. Concessions will be available. There will be a calf roping rodeo each night beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Rough Rider Motorcycle Rally
Jul 27 - 29, 2012
The tradition started by Teddy Roosevelt over 100 years ago continues today with the camaradrie of this annual motorcycle rally, but on Iron Horses this time! Enjoy many events, including barbecue and live music!
30th High Country Arts and Crafts Festival
Jul 28 - 29, 2012
Come one, come all! Juried fine art & craft fair, live music, youth exhibit. Indoors & outdoors.
Harding County Fair
Aug 02 - 05, 2012
Enjoy a county fair and little wrangler rodeo smack dab in the middle of cowboy country. 4H exhibits, food & fun, dancing!
SummerFest and Balloon Rally
Aug 03 - 05, 2012
Starting at 7am each morning, hot air balloons will tether and launch from local businesses. Arts & crafts, kids area, summer chairlift rides, live music day and night.
Guadalupe County Fair and Rodeo
Aug 04 - 07, 2012
Enjoy a county fair and rodeo, too. Exhibits and commercial booths, Pet Parade, Garden Club Flower Show, Play Day, barbecue, rodeo, dance, chile cook-off and more.
Heritage Week Historic Home Tour
Aug 04, 2012
Tour several of Las Vegas' historic buildings, Montezuma Hotel and Harvey House. For more info, call 505-425-8803.
Union County Fair
Aug 08 - 11, 2012
4-H, FFA livestock judging, various booths and exhibits including photography, quilting, leather crafts, baking,
Evening Candlelight Tours
Aug 11, 2012
Evening Candlelight Tours portray the pivotal role that Fort Union played 150 years ago in defense and protection of New Mexico during the Civil War.
The People's Faire
Aug 11, 2012
New Mexico arts & crafts booths, baked goods, live music, traditional spanish dances, kids events. 10am-5pm.
Music From Angel Fire
Aug 17 - Sept 02, 2012
The 29th season of world-class, internationally known musicians performing chamber and classical music. Call 888-377-3300 for locations and times.
Freeride Festival
Aug 18, 2012
Mountain Bike clinics, beer, food and an outdoor movie!
Santa Rosa de Lima Fiestas
Aug 19 - 20, 2012
Food, games, live entertainment including Mariachi's, Fiesta Dance, Big Bingo & more.
Bikes, Blues & Brews
Sept 01, 2012
Great outdoor fun with live music, beer sampling and games!
Miss New Mexico Saloon Girl Competition
Sept 01 - 03, 2012
Saloon girl costume contest, hoe down, door prizes! Events throughout town all weekend long.
Route 66 Festival
Sept 09 - 10, 2012
Live Entertainment Downtown Gazebo, Food and Exhibits, Wild West Shootout, 50/50’s, Dance and Poker Run.
Art of the Great Outdoors
Sept 15 - 30, 2012
Street Fairs, Live Music, Theater, Fishing Derby, Golf Tournaments, Baseball
Bash - JR College Baseball Tournament, Volksmarch, NRA Whittington Center
shooting events, International Art Show, Historic Building Tours, Cultural
Trail, Geology presentations and tours, outdoor exhibits, demonstrations and
more to come.
Fishfest at Eagle Nest Lake
Sept 15 - 23, 2012
It’s a whopper! The fishing tournament is held at the Eagle Nest Marina. On the 22nd, enjoy the festivities including Fish Fry and Worm Eating Contest, For more info, call 800-494-9117.
Solano Fest
Sept 15, 2012
Arts & Crafts Booths, Chuck-Wagon Cooking Demonstrations, Concession Stand, Food & Fun For Everyone!
ShortGrass Bluegrass Festival
Sept 21 - 23, 2012
Enjoy fine bluegrass music at an assortment of Cimarron venues. For more info about this year's events, call 888-222-4174.
FlyDogz Fiesta
Oct 06 - 07, 2012
This weekend will be fun for those competing and those who just want to watch these amazing dog teams work. This is the New Mexico State Championships for New Mexico dog teams. There will be competitions, seminars, exhibitions.
Paint Out
Oct 10 - 13, 2012
A three day plein air/outdoor Paint-Out event in historic downtown Las Vegas, New Mexico, and the surrounding areas.
Holiday Craft Fair
Nov 03 - 04, 2012
All handmade items! Free admission, free parking, door prizes. 4-H will be offering concessions.
Fall Flight Wildlife Drive Festival
Nov 04, 2012
"Behind the Scenes"! We will open our 4.5 mile wildlife drive that will guide you past lakes, marshes, and croplands that serve as important habitat for a multitude of migratory birds. Special interpretive programs will also be offered at the refuge headquarters at 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Fall Flight Wildlife Drive Festival
Nov 18, 2012
"Behind the Scenes"! We will open our 4.5 mile wildlife drive that will guide you past lakes, marshes, and croplands that serve as important habitat for a multitude of migratory birds.
Fall Flight Wildlife Drive Festival
Nov 25, 2012
"Behind the Scenes"! We will open our 4.5 mile wildlife drive that will guide you past lakes, marshes, and croplands that serve as important habitat for a multitude of migratory birds.
Annual Holiday Art Walk
Dec 14, 2012
Enjoy the holiday season with art receptions and open houses at many Downtown locations. Art Walk maps will be available at any of the participating downtown locations.
Torchlight Parade and Fireworks
Dec 24, 2012
Angel Fire Ski Area will light up on Christmas Eve a festive evening of torchlight parade and fireworks before capping off the evening with night skiing at the only ski area in New Mexico to offer skiing under the stars.
Torchlight Parade and Fireworks
Dec 31, 2012
Ring in the New Year with a torchlight parade and fireworks display over Angel Fire Ski Resort. Parties abound to celebrate the passing of the old year and the beginning of a new year.
Polar Bear Plunge
Jan 01, 2013
Join in on this New Year Day tradition! What a way to bring in the New Year! We remove the ice long enough for all you adventurous jumpers to christen yourselves in our beautiful waters!
