Stay informed about our city’s major events held throughout the year. From our summer music festivals to annual community clean-up days and outdoor movie nights, there’s always something exciting happening.
Movies in the Park
Welcome Movie Lovers!
Come enjoy free movies with Parks & Recreation! The Movies in the Park series typically starts in June and continues through September.
Showtimes begin at dusk Young Park, 1905 E. Nevada Ave
Movie-goers are encouraged to bring their own blankets or lawn chairs to sit on. Food vendors are often available at the event, providing a variety of snacks and refreshments for purchase.
Movie schedule is listed below. The schedule and location of movies are subject to change without notice.
2024 Schedule
- Aug. 10 ”Five Nights at Freddy’s,” PG-13
- Aug. 24 “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” PG-13
- Sept. 7 “Elemental,” PG
- Sept. 21 ”The Little Mermaid,” PG
Neighborhood Dumpster Day
Join us for a community cleanup event hosted by the Parks and Recreation Department’s Keep Las Cruces Beautiful Program (KLCB).
The next Neighborhood Dumpster Day is September 14 8am-12pm.
Household trash open-top container locations:
- Tony Gomez Park, 2283 S. Espina St.
- Henry R Benavidez Community Center, 1045 McClure Rd.
- East Mesa Recreation Center, 5589 Porter Dr.
What to Expect?
- KLCB will provide open-top trash containers for FREE.
- Dispose of yard waste, household trash, and other permissible items.
- KLCB staff will be available to assist, provide program information, and guide users on acceptable items.
Items NOT Allowed?
- Medical waste
- Hot ashes or coals
- Tires or vehicle parts
- Fluorescent light bulbs
- Large yard waste items (stumps, trunks)
- Concrete, bricks, rocks
- Toxic, combustible, or hazardous materials
- Toilets or sinks
- Refrigerators or items with refrigerant
- Animal carcasses
Pumpkin Palooza 2024
Date: October 5, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center
Join us for Free Family Fun!
Celebrate the fall season with Pumpkin Palooza 2024 at the Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center! This event is packed with activities for everyone to enjoy, including:
- Hayrides: Experience the charm of autumn on a scenic hayride.
- Face Painting: Get into the festive spirit with creative face designs.
- Games & Prizes: Participate in fun, family-friendly games.
- Costume Contests: Show off your creativity in our costume contest—there’s even a special category for pets!
Special Highlights:
- Pumpkin Decorating: Stop by the Molina Healthcare booth to receive one of 200 mini pumpkins, perfect for decorating.
- Pie-Eating Contest: Think you can finish a pie faster than anyone else? Join in the competition!
This is a free event—don’t forget to mark your calendars!
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East Mesa Public Recreation Complex Pickleball Court Ribbon Cutting
East Mesa Public Recreation Complex Pickleball Court Ribbon Cutting
The City of Las Cruces Parks and Recreation department will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony at 3 p.m. on Friday, September 13, 2024 to mark the opening of the pickleball courts at the East Mesa Public Recreation Complex located at 4582 Sonoma Springs Avenue. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at the entrance to the East Mesa Public Recreation Complex. The Complex is the City's third community-sized park, and is...
