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

Doña Ana and Nearby Events

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

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June 2026
Jun 10-30
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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.
Jun 10-Jul 1
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Online
4-H | State Conference Sponsorship

The 4-H | State Conference Sponsorship is open now until July 1.

Your support will help us achieve our goal of providing a memorable experience for our youth and their families. Donations will be used for contest materials, workshops, tours, awards, and accommodations for the event. Online donations available! Pay with a credit card or mail your check! Several sponsorship levels available. Deadline: July 1 at 5 p.m.

For more information, contact Jessica Vedamanikam at 575-646-7385.
July 2026
Jul 1-Dec 2
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Las Cruces or Online
Chile Chats

The Chile Chats will be held July - Dec., 10 to 11:30 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: July 1; Aug. 5; Sep. 2; Oct. 7; Nov. 4; Dec. 2

For more information, contact Chile Pepper Institute at 575-646-3028.
Jul 9-29
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Las Cruces
Equestrian Camp

The Equestrian Camp will be held July 9 - 29, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Equine Center, 750 Stewart Street.

Designed for future equestrian team members, this camp gives riders the opportunity to experience the collegiate riding environment while preparing for future Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association team tryouts. Online registration available! Fee is $100; payable via credit card or check.

For more information, contact Hannah Bilovesky at 575-646-2929.
August 2026
Aug 19-20
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Tucson, AZ
Invasive Plant Short Course

The Invasive Plant Short Course will be held Aug. 19 - 20, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This year's meeting will be Free for all participants, thanks to funding from NRCS.

In collaboration with Dr. Elise Gornish, University of Arizona Cooperative Extension and Dr. Leslie Beck, New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension.

For more information, contact Dr. Elise S. Gornish at 520-621-3307.
September 2026
Sep 16-Nov 18
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Online
Finance & Friends Book Club

The Finance and Friends Book Club webinar series will be held Sep. 16 - Nov. 18, 3 to 4 p.m., online via Zoom. Online registration available!

Schedule:

  • Sep. 16 and 23: Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
  • Oct. 14 and 28: Side Hustles - Creating Multiple Streams of Revenue
  • Nov. 18: Money Habitudes
For more information, contact Michelle Stizza at 505-471-4711.
Sep 24-27
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Alamogordo
Otero County Fair

The Otero County Fair will be held Sep. 24 - 27.

Please see County website for more information.

For more information, contact Shelley Brown at 575-437-0231.
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 6-11
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Truth or Consequences
Sierra County Fair

The Sierra County Fair will be held Oct. 6 - 11.

Please see County website for more information.

For more information, contact Brenda Penner at 575-894-2375.
Oct 7-11
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Deming
Southwestern NM State & Luna County Fair

The Southwestern NM State and Luna County Fair will be held Oct. 7 - 11.

Please see website for more information.

For more information, contact SW NM State Fair.