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Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Las Cruces. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residents of Las Cruces can enjoy a busy week of community events starting today through November 6, featuring Dia de los Muertos art at Nopalito's Galeria — a House of Dracula experience at the library and ghostly jail tours — along with a bands tournament, farmers markets, and art-making sessions that bring local traditions to life. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ Doña Ana Arts Council’s 54th Las Cruces Renaissance Arts Faire will kick off Friday, Nov 7 with Celia Farran’s concert at 7 p.m. at Young Park — the event will feature jousting, a Nordic wedding ceremony and many local shows and food vendors on Nov 8 and 9. The Las Cruces Bulletin
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NM State junior Maggie Lightheart was named Conference USA offensive player of the week after posting 42 kills in two wins against Middle Tennessee, becoming the third Aggie to earn the honor since joining CUSA in 2023. The Las Cruces native recorded 23 kills in one match and maintained double-digit kills in nine straight matches — showing her top role in the team. The Las Cruces Bulletin
- ➤ After a nine-day break and three midweek games, New Mexico State will take the field Saturday in Bowling Green to face Western Kentucky as it seeks its first road win and an end to a two-game losing streak. The Aggies have forced a turnover in every game this season—ranking second in the conference with 16 turnovers forced and 13 giveaways so far. The Las Cruces Bulletin
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53rd Annual Renaissance ArtsFaire
All day — Young Park — Entry fee might apply — Experience a vibrant cultural celebration with interactive activities and entertainment for all ages.
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Dangerbird 2.0, 3.0 and Safetybird Rides
November 6-13 — Las Cruces, New Mexico — Registration info available — Explore scenic desert routes with various biking challenges and support options.
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Renaissance Arts Faire
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Young Park — Free entry — Experience an enchanting celebration of arts and culture surrounded by nature's beauty.
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Haunted Lockdown Sleepover at the Old County Jail
6 PM – 8 AM — Old Dona Ana County Courthouse — Ticket required — Engage in thrilling haunted activities and ghost tales during an overnight adventure at a historic jail.
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NM State Silver Gloves Tournament
Friday 5 p.m., Saturday 2 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. — Mayfield High School — No entry fee required — Watch young boxers compete in this exciting tournament for ages 8-17.
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Official Las Cruces Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot
8:30-11 a.m. — Field Of Dreams — Registration fee applies — Gobble up the fun and run off calories before the Thanksgiving feast.
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