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.

Location: Express St. James Hotel

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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.

Location: Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge

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Angel Fire Summer Chairlift Opens

May 24, 2012

Bike Park & Summer Chairlift Opening Day. Summer is here! Come ride the mountain.

Location: Angel Fire Resort

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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.

Location: Santa Rosa

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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.

Location: Angel Fire Resort

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Memorial Weekend Ceremonies

May 27 - 28, 2012

Flag March, service & speakers.

Location: Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Angel Fire

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.

Location: Clayton Lake State Park

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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.

Location: Angel Fire Resort

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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.

Location: Tucumcari

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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.

Location: Starts in Tucumcari

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Outdoor Recreation Show

Jun 16, 2012

Fun for the whole family! Games, Food, Prizes, Educational Exhibits

Location: Abe Montoya Rec Center, Las Vegas

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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!

Location: Gene Torres Golf Course, Las Vegas

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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.

Location: Enchanted Circle Gateway Museum, Eagle Nest

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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

Location: Village Park, Cimarron

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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.

Location: http://www.angelfirefun.com/events/view/2040

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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.

Location: Puerto Luna (10 mi so-Santa Rosa)

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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.

Location: Cimmaron, NM

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Fourth of July Rabbit Ear Round-up

Jul 03 - 04, 2012

Rodeo, ranch rodeo - true cowboy fun! For more info, call 575-374-9323.

Location: Clayton, Union Co Fairgrounds

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4th of July Activities in Eagle Nest

Jul 04, 2012

11am-5pm Fireman's BBQ
2pm Parade down Main Street

Location: Eagle Nest

4th of July Celebration

Jul 04, 2012

Old-fashioned family picnic setting, food booths and entertainment.

Location: Park Lake, Santa Rosa

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4th of July Parade and BBQ

Jul 04, 2012

Parade starts at 10am; BBQ from noon-2pm at the Union County Fairgrounds.

Location: Downtown Clayton

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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.

Location: Angel Fire Country Club

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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!

Location: Raton

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!

Location: Plaza Park. Las Vegas, NM

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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.

Location: Fort Union National Park (26 mi N of Las Vegas NM)

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Viva New Mexico! Music Fest

Jul 21, 2012

Enjoy a variety of music genres from a selection of bands, food booths and other vendors.

Location: Downtown Clayton

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Mora Fiestas

Jul 26 - 29, 2012

Activities include the parade, rodeo, dances, and street fair.

Location: Mora

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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.

Location: Tucumcari - Quay County Fair Grounds

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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!

Location: Las Vegas, NM

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.

Location: Enchanted Eagle Park, Eagle Nest

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!

Location: Roy, Harding County Fairgrounds

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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.

Location: Angel Fire

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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.

Location: Santa Rosa, Guadalupe County Fairgrounds

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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.

Location: Las Vegas NM

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Union County Fair

Aug 08 - 11, 2012

4-H, FFA livestock judging, various booths and exhibits including photography, quilting, leather crafts, baking,

Location: Clayton

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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.

Location: Fort Union National Monument

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The People's Faire

Aug 11, 2012

New Mexico arts & crafts booths, baked goods, live music, traditional spanish dances, kids events. 10am-5pm.

Location: Carnegie Park, Las Vegas NM

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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.

Location: Throughout Northern New Mexico

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Freeride Festival

Aug 18, 2012

Mountain Bike clinics, beer, food and an outdoor movie!

Location: Angel Fire

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Santa Rosa de Lima Fiestas

Aug 19 - 20, 2012

Food, games, live entertainment including Mariachi's, Fiesta Dance, Big Bingo & more.

Location: Santa Rosa

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Bikes, Blues & Brews

Sept 01, 2012

Great outdoor fun with live music, beer sampling and games!

Location: Angel Fire Resort

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Miss New Mexico Saloon Girl Competition

Sept 01 - 03, 2012

Saloon girl costume contest, hoe down, door prizes! Events throughout town all weekend long.

Location: Laguna Vista Saloon, Eagle Nest

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Route 66 Festival

Sept 09 - 10, 2012

Live Entertainment Downtown Gazebo, Food and Exhibits, Wild West Shootout, 50/50’s, Dance and Poker Run.

Location: Santa Rosa

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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.

Location: Raton

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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.

Location: Eagle Nest Lake State Park

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Solano Fest

Sept 15, 2012

Arts & Crafts Booths, Chuck-Wagon Cooking Demonstrations, Concession Stand, Food & Fun For Everyone!

Location: Solano

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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.

Location: Cimarron

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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.

Location: Angel Fire Resort

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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.

Location: Las Vegas

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Holiday Craft Fair

Nov 03 - 04, 2012

All handmade items! Free admission, free parking, door prizes. 4-H will be offering concessions.

Location: Quay County Fair Barn, Tucumcari

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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.

Location: Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge

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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.

Location: Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge

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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.

Location: Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge

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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.

Location: Historic Downton Farmington

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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.

Location: Angel Fire Resort

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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.

Location: Angel Fire Resort

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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!

Location: Eagle Nest Lake