This fall, Las Cruces, New Mexico, embraces the darker side of Southern New Mexico with Halloween happenings, haunted histories and centuries-old cultural traditions, and family travelers are invited to take part in it all!
Don’t miss this frightful evening on Oct. 24 at The Downtown Plaza as Main Street transforms into a zombie-filled wonderland. Dress as zombies and enjoy vendors, food, live music and entertainment.
Zombie Walk © Visit Las Cruces
Halloween Haunted House and Carnival in Old Mesilla
Enjoy this special carnival, complete with a haunted house, food trucks, games and even a costume contest on Oct. 31.
Dia De Los Muertos in Historic Mesilla
From Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, this multiday celebration of life includes a display of homemade altars at Old Mesilla Plaza, live entertainment, candlelight procession to the ceremony, food, music and more.
Doña Ana County Courthouse and Jail © Visit Las Cruces
Doña Ana County Courthouse and Jail
The old courthouse was built in 1937 and was the county courthouse until the 1980s. The building provides ghost tours and events. Maybe you’ll experience strange noises, slamming of cell doors and unexplained cold spots …
Las Cruces Community Theatre Presents Dracula
Catch Steven Dietz’s adaptation of Dracula at Las Cruces Community Theatre, running weekends Oct. 2–18.
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