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

Valencia and Nearby Events

Below are all upcoming college calendar events taking place in Valencia, in neighboring counties, or online. You can also see only events specifically for Valencia and not from neighboring counties or online events.

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September 2025
Sep 4-14
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Albuquerque
NM State Fair

The NM State Fair will be held Sep. 4 – 14.

Please see website for more information.

For more information, contact New Mexico State Fair at 505-222-9700.
Sep 6
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Albuquerque
Flowers and Finances Contest

The Flowers and Finances Contest will be held Sep. 6, 3:30 p.m., New Mexico Expo Fairgrounds, Youth Hall, 300 San Pedro NE.

Contest for youth to both express their floral design skills and test their ability to use agribusiness concepts including calculation of costs of goods, pricing, and marketing concepts. Online registration available! Fee is $15 for individuals or $30 for teams of two participants.

For more information, contact Frannie Miller at 575-646-1162.
Sep 8
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Online
MFP Online Program

The MFP (Master Food Preserver) Online Program will be held the second Monday of the month, 6 to 7 p.m., online via Zoom.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about freezing, dehydrating, canning, and food safety. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions and share tips to safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Theme: Bean Bonanza: Preserve the Protein-Packed Harvest!

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
Sep 9-23
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Online
Preserving Red Chile Webinar Series

The Preserving Red Chile Webinar Series will be held Tuesdays, Sep. 9 - 23, 4 to 5:30 p.m., online via Zoom.

Join us for this Zoom workshop series dedicated to preserving the rich, bold flavor of New Mexico red chile. Online registration available! Hosted by Valencia and Bernalillo CES. Deadline: Sep. 5 at 5 p.m.

For more information, contact Crystal Garcia-Anaya at 505-565-3002.
Sep 17-Dec 17
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Online
Ready, Set, GROW! Webinar Series

The Ready, Set, GROW! Webinar Series for the year will be held every 3rd Wednesday, 3 p.m., via Zoom.

With a surge in gardening questions and requests for gardening presentations the free gardening series is available to the public.

Schedule: Sep. 17; Oct. 15; Nov. 19; Dec. 17

For more information, contact Marisa Thompson at 505-865-7340.
October 2025
Oct 13
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Online
MFP Online Program

The MFP (Master Food Preserver) Online Program will be held the second Monday of the month, 6 to 7 p.m., online via Zoom.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about freezing, dehydrating, canning, and food safety. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions and share tips to safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Theme: Pumpkin Party: Preserve Fall’s Favorite Squash Safely!

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
November 2025
Nov 8
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Albuquerque
4-H | Adult Retreat

The 4-H | Adult Retreat will be held Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Bernalillo County Extension Office 1510 Menaul Blvd NW.

The retreat is a great opportunity for 4-H volunteer leaders, parents, and agents to learn and network. Online registration available! Fee is $40 by Oct. 15; payable with a credit card or check. Deadline: Oct. 31

For more information, contact Teresa Dean at 575-525-6649.
Nov 10
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Online
MFP Online Program

The MFP (Master Food Preserver) Online Program will be held the second Monday of the month, 6 to 7 p.m., online via Zoom.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about freezing, dehydrating, canning, and food safety. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions and share tips to safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Theme: Cranberry Craze: Tart, Tangy, and Timeless Sauce!

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.
December 2025
Dec 8
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Online
MFP Online Program

The MFP (Master Food Preserver) Online Program will be held the second Monday of the month, 6 to 7 p.m., online via Zoom.

Participation is free and open to anyone interested in learning about freezing, dehydrating, canning, and food safety. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions and share tips to safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Theme: Sauerkraut Showdown: Fermenting Made Easy!

For more information, contact Amber Benson at 505-243-1386.