Parks and Recreation

The City of Las Cruces is proud to announce the selection of Master Sergeant Melissa Gonzales as the Grand Marshal for the upcoming Electric Light Parade on July 3rd. As communities across the nation reflect on 250 years of American history, this honor recognizes not only MSG Gonzales’ distinguished service,…

The City of Las Cruces is proud to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with its annual Fourth of July Celebration, a free two-day community event filled with patriotism, entertainment, family fun, and fireworks. The celebration begins Friday, July 3, with the Electric 5K and One-Mile Fun Run, followed by the Electric…

In observance of the 4th of July holiday, most City of Las Cruces offices and facilities will be closed Friday, July 3, 2026. However, all emergency services, including police and fire will operate as usual. City offices, facilities or programs OPEN AND OPERATING Friday, July 3 include: All Solid Waste commercial and…

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will offer individual registrations for the 6v6 Co-ed teen sand volleyball tournament. The tournament is open to teens of all skill levels between the ages of 13-17 years old. Participants must register as part of a pre-formed team. Each team must have…

The City of Las Cruces Natatorium will be hosting the swim meet portion of the Senior Olympics on Saturday, June 20, 2026. As a result, the Las Cruces Natatorium will be closed on June 20 and it will resume normal operational hours beginning 6 a.m. on Monday, June 22.

In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, most City of Las Cruces offices will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026. However, all emergency services, including police and fire will operate as usual. City offices and facilities closed Friday, June 19, for Juneteenth include: A Fielder Memorial Safe Haven City Hall Youth…

With high and potentially triple-digit temperatures forecast in Las Cruces for at least a few days this week, the City of Las Cruces will open cooling stations from Tuesday, June 9, 2026, through Thursday, June 11, 2026, to offer relief for residents seeking to escape the heat. A cooling station…

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will be offering individual registrations for Youth Outdoor Soccer league. There will be three different age divisions offered to all genders, between the ages of 4 and 10 years old (6U, 8U and 10U). The fee for new participants is $50 per…

The City of Las Cruces’ Aquatics Facilities have announced hours of operation for Memorial Day Weekend May 23-25, 2026. East Mesa Bataan Memorial Pool, 6141 Reynolds Drive: Two open swim sessions Saturday, Sunday and Monday: Noon to 3 p.m. and 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. Laabs Pool, 701 W. Picacho Avenue: Two open…

The City of Las Cruces’ Aquatics Facilities have announced hours of operation for summer 2026. Summer Hours of operation will run from May 26 – July 26, 2026. Outdoor Pools East Mesa Pool, 6151 Reynolds Drive Mondays and Tuesdays: Closed Wednesday – Friday: One open swim session noon – 3…

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will offer Summer Swim Lessons from June 1 through July 17 at the East Mesa Pool and the Laabs Pool. All swim lesson classes will be held Monday through Thursday, with eight classes offered per session. Swim Lesson Sessions:  Session 1:…

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department is proud to announce the lineup for the 2026 Mayor’s Jazz Fest Concert, taking place at 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Plaza de Las Cruces, 100 N. Main Street. This year’s concert will feature a performance by “Jazz…

In observance of the Memorial Day Holiday, most City of Las Cruces offices will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026. However, all emergency services, including police and fire will operate as usual. City offices and facilities CLOSED on Memorial Day include: All Las Cruces Libraries and its branches All museums All…

The City of Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the Las Cruces Aquatic Team Long Course Suntan Classic (Sanctioned Swim Meet) at the Las Cruces Natatorium May 1, 2, and 3, 2026. The Las Cruces Natatorium, 1405 E. Hadley Ave., will be closed on Friday, May 1…

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will host a free family event, a Mother’s Day Concert, at 5 p.m. Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Plaza de Las Cruces, 100 N. Main Street. Grupo Éxito was formed by Johnny Vasquez in 1992. The El Paso band quickly gained…