New Mexico State University
College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences | ACES
ACES Calendar

Doña Ana Events

Below are all upcoming college calendar events taking place specifically in Doña Ana. You can also see events in neighboring counties or online.

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September 2026
Sep 28-Mar 31
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Las Cruces
Poster Board Rentals

Poster Boards are available to rent for all occasions and sites on the main NMSU Campus.

Online ordering available! Rental fee is $25 per board and includes delivery, setup, and removal.

For more information, contact William Norris at 575-646-4539.
Sep 28-29
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Las Cruces
AEAB Careers 101 Fundraiser

The AEAB Careers 101 Fundraiser will be held Sep. 28 - 29, 1 p.m. to 9 a.m., AEAB Department, Gerald Thomas Hall, Room 387, 940 College Drive.

We are excited to offer incoming freshmen and graduating seniors a real-world networking event with industry professionals as part of their career preparation courses. Online registration available! Different sponsor levels to choose from; payable via a credit card or mailing a check. Deadline: Sep. 25 at 5 p.m.

For more information, contact Frannie Miller at 575-646-1162.
Sep 30-Oct 4
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Las Cruces
Southern NM State & Doña Ana County Fair

The Southern NM State and Doña Ana County Fair will be held Sep. 30 - Oct. 4.

Please see website for more information.

For more information, contact Travis Brown at 575-636-7098.
October 2026
Oct 1
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Las Cruces
Community Beverage Presentation

Please join us for a special beverage presentation Oct. 1, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Bobby Lee Lawrence Academy of Wine, Gerald Thomas Hall, Room 140.

Tickets are $40 per person and must be purchased in advance. Reservations are recommended.

Schedule:

  • Oct. 1: Tequila and Mezcal
  • Nov. 19: Sake
For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Oct 2
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Las Cruces
TAP Series

Join us for The Adjustment Project (TAP) Series one Friday each month from 5 to 7 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A great selection of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, or non-alcoholic beverages. Complimentary appetizers available with beverage purchase. All proceeds benefit student clubs, activities, and travel.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Oct 2
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Las Cruces
Westside Bistro Lunch

The Westside Bistro Lunch will be held, Oct. 2, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. There will be no service on Nov. 6 and 27.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Oct 2-9
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Las Cruces and Roswell
Youth Contests

The Youth Contests at the NM Fairs, for public speaking or agriscience, will be held Oct. 2 and 9.

Online registration available! Fee is $5 for each entry.

For more information, contact Frannie Miller at 575-646-1162.
Oct 7-Dec 2
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Las Cruces or Online
Chile Chats

The Chile Chats will be held Oct. - Dec., 11 a.m., Fabian García Research Center, 113 West University Avenue. Or online via Zoom - Meeting ID: 842 9079 5154.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about and discussing chile pepper production.

Schedule: Oct. 7; Nov. 4; Dec. 2

For more information, contact Chile Pepper Institute at 575-646-3028.
Oct 9
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Las Cruces
Westside Bistro Lunch

The Westside Bistro Lunch will be held, Oct. 9, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. There will be no service on Nov. 6 and 27.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Oct 9
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Las Cruces
Water Management & Western Water Network Workshop

The Water Management and Western Water Network Workshop will be held Oct. 9, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Fabian Garcia Science Center, 113 West University Avenue.

The free workshop will focus on practical water management and conservation strategies for row crops, orchards, and horticultural crops, as well as crop diversification for semi-arid cropping systems. Lunch will be provided. Online registration available! Space is limited.

For more information, contact Crystal Villegas at 575-646-5280.
Oct 16
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Las Cruces
Westside Bistro Lunch

The Westside Bistro Lunch will be held, Oct. 16, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. There will be no service on Nov. 6 and 27.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Oct 22
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Las Cruces
International Dinner

Held on Thursday nights, your evening starts in the Bobby Lee Lawrence Academy of Wine at 6 p.m. moving into 100 West Café at 6:30 p.m. for the five course meal with specially paired wines.

The dinners cost $80 per person. Seats for all dinners must be purchased in advance in person at Gerald Thomas Hall Room 138 or contact us.

Schedule:

  • Sep. 17: Portugal with Floating World Wine & Spirits
  • Oct. 22: Italian with Banfi Wines
  • Nov. 12: French with Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits
For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Oct 23
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Las Cruces
Westside Bistro Lunch

The Westside Bistro Lunch will be held, Oct. 23, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. There will be no service on Nov. 6 and 27.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Oct 30
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Las Cruces
Westside Bistro Lunch

The Westside Bistro Lunch will be held, Oct. 30, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. There will be no service on Nov. 6 and 27.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
November 2026
Nov 5-7
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Las Cruces
ACES Homecoming

Join us for the ACES Homecoming breakfast!

Online registration available!

For more information, contact Maria Gatica-Palermo at 575-646-3748.
Nov 6
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Las Cruces
TAP Series

Join us for The Adjustment Project (TAP) Series one Friday each month from 5 to 7 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A great selection of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, or non-alcoholic beverages. Complimentary appetizers available with beverage purchase. All proceeds benefit student clubs, activities, and travel.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Nov 12
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Las Cruces
International Dinner

Held on Thursday nights, your evening starts in the Bobby Lee Lawrence Academy of Wine at 6 p.m. moving into 100 West Café at 6:30 p.m. for the five course meal with specially paired wines.

The dinners cost $80 per person. Seats for all dinners must be purchased in advance in person at Gerald Thomas Hall Room 138 or contact us.

Schedule:

  • Sep. 17: Portugal with Floating World Wine & Spirits
  • Oct. 22: Italian with Banfi Wines
  • Nov. 12: French with Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits
For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Nov 13
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Las Cruces
Westside Bistro Lunch

The Westside Bistro Lunch will be held, Nov. 13, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. There will be no service on Nov. 6 and 27.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Nov 13-14
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Las Cruces
4-H | Adult Retreat

The 4-H | Adult Retreat will be held Nov. 13 - 14, 1 to 7 p.m., NMSU Main Campus, Gerald Thomas Hall, 940 College Drive and Corbett Center Student Union, 1600 International Mall.

Retreat is a great opportunity for 4-H volunteer leaders, parents, and agents to learn, network, and get energized. Online registration available! Fee is $40; payable with a credit card or mailing a check; and includes meals, workshops, and activities. Deadline: Oct. 25.

For more information, contact Teresa Dean at 575-646-3026.
Nov 19
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Las Cruces
Community Beverage Presentation

Please join us for a special beverage presentation Oct. 1, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Bobby Lee Lawrence Academy of Wine, Gerald Thomas Hall, Room 140.

Tickets are $40 per person and must be purchased in advance. Reservations are recommended.

Schedule:

  • Oct. 1: Tequila and Mezcal
  • Nov. 19: Sake
For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Nov 20
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Las Cruces
Westside Bistro Lunch

The Westside Bistro Lunch will be held, Nov. 20, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. There will be no service on Nov. 6 and 27.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
December 2026
Dec 4
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Las Cruces
TAP Series

Join us for The Adjustment Project (TAP) Series one Friday each month from 5 to 7 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A great selection of specialty cocktails, beers, wines, or non-alcoholic beverages. Complimentary appetizers available with beverage purchase. All proceeds benefit student clubs, activities, and travel.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.
Dec 4
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Las Cruces
Westside Bistro Lunch

The Westside Bistro Lunch will be held, Dec. 4, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 100 West Café, Gerald Thomas Hall.

A new menu, new beverages, and weekly international specials! For carryout orders, please call the Café directly at 575-646-5805 starting at 9 a.m. on the days of the meals. There will be no service on Nov. 6 and 27.

For more information, contact Andres Sanchez at 575-646-5995.