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Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Made up of 3 sections - Parks, Recreation, and Youth Services - we are the Fun Experts providing diverse programs and special events for our community.

Don't forget to sign up for our hiking series! 🥾🌲⛰️All hikes start at 7:30 a.m. and are free to join ($5 fee if you woul...
10/15/2026

Don't forget to sign up for our hiking series! 🥾🌲⛰️

All hikes start at 7:30 a.m. and are free to join
($5 fee if you would like to be transported from Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center, 304 W Bell Ave. to hiking location and back, meet at FOBP at 7 AM).
Perfect for all skill levels — from first-time hikers to seasoned trail walkers.

📍 Upcoming Trails:
Saturday, October 17th : Tortugas Mountain
Thursday, October 22nd & Saturday, October 24th : Dripping Springs Trail 3.0 miles
Thursday, October 29th & Saturday, October 31st : Soledad loop trail 3.4 miles
Thursday, November 5th & Saturday, November 7th : Veteran’s park dam trail 2.6 miles
Thursday, November 12th & Saturday, November 14th : La Cueva Loop Trail 2.9 miles
Thursday, November 19th & Saturday, November 21st : Filmore Canyon Trail 2.1 miles

✅ Register by the day before your hike:
- Online at www.lascruces.gov/play
(Adult & Family Programs tab)
- In person at Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center, 304 W. Bell Ave.

Bring water, sturdy shoes, sun protection — and get ready to hit the trail!
For more information, contact Community Recreation at 575-541-2454/TTY 711

10/15/2026

A reminder to those registered for our Fall Hiking Series: Due to the condition of the access road to the Picacho Peak trail, the planned hike for today, 10/15, and Saturday, 10/17, has been changed to Tortugas Mountain. Please meet at 7:30 at the Monte Vista Trailhead located off of Dripping Springs Rd. It will be a great hiking experience!

🎉 Meerscheidt Recreation Center is refreshed, revitalized, and ready for the community!The City of Las Cruces celebrated...
10/14/2026

🎉 Meerscheidt Recreation Center is refreshed, revitalized, and ready for the community!

The City of Las Cruces celebrated the reopening Oct. 13 with remarks from Mayor Eric Enriquez and District 1 Councilor Cassie McClure, along with special recognition from the Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

Thank you to our guest speakers Stacie Allen, Adam Amador and Miguel Acosta, and Mandy Leatherwood from the City of Las Cruces.
Inside, brighter walls, refreshed spaces, dedicated multipurpose rooms for classes and camps, and expanded family gathering areas create a more welcoming environment while freeing up valuable gym time for local sports leagues.

✂️ The celebration wrapped up with a ribbon cutting, marking a new chapter for Meerscheidt and a renewed commitment to providing opportunities for sports, recreation, and community connection!

✨ Teen Connection Fall Break Camp + Upcoming Teen Hangout! ✨Last week, Teen Connection wrapped up a fantastic Fall Break...
10/14/2026

✨ Teen Connection Fall Break Camp + Upcoming Teen Hangout! ✨

Last week, Teen Connection wrapped up a fantastic Fall Break Camp at the East Mesa Recreation Center — and we’re excited to share the highlights!

Attendance was up to 22 with strong engagement, teamwork, and tons of positive energy throughout the week. We loved seeing our teens connect, participate, and shine! Las Cruces Police visited during the week, leading activities and building positive relationships with our teens.

👻 NEXT UP: Teen Hangout – Ghost Hunting & Spooky Movie!
Looking for your next teen adventure? Join us for a night of chills and fun!
Teen Hangout: Ghost Hunting + Spooky Movie
• October 30
• 6:30 PM – 10 PM
• Thomas Branigan Memorial Library
• 200 E. Picacho Ave.
• Featuring a Ghost Hunt and a screening of Five Nights at Freddy’s!
Bring a friend, bring your courage, and get ready for a spooky-good time!

🎃🍬 LOOK OUT BELOW! THE GREAT PUMPKIN IS COMING! 🍬🎃Who says candy can’t fall from the sky? 👀🍭Get ready for a boo-tiful da...
10/13/2026

🎃🍬 LOOK OUT BELOW! THE GREAT PUMPKIN IS COMING! 🍬🎃

Who says candy can’t fall from the sky? 👀🍭

Get ready for a boo-tiful day of Halloween fun at the Annual Great Pumpkin Candy Drop! The City of Las Cruces, Friends of the Community and Weaver’s Welding are teaming up to bring a little magic (and LOTS of candy!) to Maag Field!

📅 Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026
📍 Maag Field, 1700 E. Hadley Ave.
🎉 Festivities begin at 11 a.m.
🎃 The Great Pumpkin drops candy at 1 p.m.!

Bring the family for an afternoon packed with music, games, information booths, goodies and plenty of Halloween fun! 👻🕸️

🧡 A special treat for our littlest goblins! Children ages 1–4 will receive a goody bag instead of participating in the candy drop, and they can enjoy all the free activities, too!

🍬 Want to help make the magic happen? Candy donations are welcome! Call Weaver’s Welding at (575) 524-2990 to donate.

Team Up to Clean Up! 🌳Have yard waste or household trash to get rid of? Keep Las Cruces Beautiful will provide open-top ...
10/13/2026

Team Up to Clean Up! 🌳

Have yard waste or household trash to get rid of? Keep Las Cruces Beautiful will provide open-top containers for FREE disposal of permitted items on Saturday, October 24!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕗 8 AM – noon, or until containers are full

📍 Container locations:
• Apodaca Park – 801 East Madrid Avenue
• East Mesa Recreation Center – 5589 Porter Drive
• Mesilla Park
• Young Park
• Tony Gomez Park
• Henry Benavidez Community Center

Residents must unload their own items. Staff will be available to answer questions about acceptable materials.

🚫 Not accepted: Medical waste; hot ashes/coals; tires, vehicle parts or batteries; fluorescent light bulbs; stumps/trunks; concrete, bricks or rocks; toxic, combustible or hazardous materials; toilets/sinks; refrigerators or anything containing refrigerant; animal carcasses.

Want to lend a hand? High school and college students, clubs, sports teams, and community groups can earn community service hours while helping clean up our neighborhoods!

For questions about disposal or participation, contact KLCB at 575-528-4506 or [email protected].

Park Area Closure NoticeThe park area closest to the parking lot and Northside Park will remain closed due to wet and mu...
10/09/2026

Park Area Closure Notice

The park area closest to the parking lot and Northside Park will remain closed due to wet and muddy conditions. Erosion and surface damage have created uneven ground, making the area unsafe and not passable at this time.
Starting Tuesday, October 13th, Park staff will begin removing debris and sand from sidewalks and grassy areas.

If you have any questions, please call (575) 541-2550 / TYY 711

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting NMSU Dual Meet on October 17, 2026. As a result, t...
10/07/2026

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting NMSU Dual Meet on October 17, 2026. As a result, the Las Cruces Natatorium will be closed.

The Las Cruces Natatorium will resume normal operational hours Monday October 19, 2026. The Regional Aquatic Center is will be open during its normal hours of 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday.

Wanting something your toddlers can do?Join us in our Parent and Me - Tiny Toddlers Moving Club where they will dance, j...
10/06/2026

Wanting something your toddlers can do?
Join us in our Parent and Me - Tiny Toddlers Moving Club where they will dance, jump, and play! 🤸‍♀💪

📅Program runs every Monday and Friday from November 1, 2026 through December 21, 2026.
⏰ Time: 9 AM – 9:45 AM
💲Fee: $50 per child (ages 2-5yrs), includes a T-shirt!
📍 Location: Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center (304 W Bell Ave.)
✅ Registration: Now until October 23, 2026.

Register in-person at Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center or online at www.LasCruces.gov/Play (under Adult & Family Programs)

Get ready to dance your way to fitness! We've got a new Zumba® class coming to Meerscheidt Recreation Center! Join us f...
10/05/2026

Get ready to dance your way to fitness! We've got a new Zumba® class coming to Meerscheidt Recreation Center!

Join us for a dance-fitness party that turns cardio into joy! Expect simple, repeatable moves and global music that will boost your heart rate and burn calories! No pressure, just a blast!

🗓 When: Wednesdays at 8:15 AM
📍 Where: Meerscheidt Recreation Center, 1600 E. Hadley Ave.
💵 Cost: $2.00 (Ages 12-59), $1.00 (Ages 60+)
💻 Registration: Preregistration is available at www.LasCruces.Gov/Play

Let's make Wednesdays amazing! Grab a friend and join the party! 🥳

For more information, please call (575)541-2563 / TTY 711

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1501 E Hadley Avenue
Las Cruces, NM
88001

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+15755412550

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