Las Cruces KOA Holiday Events

• Seating: No seating is provided. Please bring camp chairs or blankets to sit on the surrounding dunes.
  
• Supplies: Coolers with food and drinks are welcome.
  
• Visibility: Bring a flashlight or glow sticks to safely navigate back to your car in the dark.
  
• Clothing: Temperatures drop rapidly at night; bring extra layers and dress for changing weather.
  

• Accessibility: An accessible ramp is provided near the stage for wheelchairs and strollers. Designated parking is available for vehicles with disability placards.
  
• Pedestrian Safety: For your safety, use designated walkways and do not sled in or around the parking area during the event.
  
• Weather: In the event of a storm, avoid high dunes. Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity; call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  
• Pets: Non-disruptive, leashed pets are welcome.
  

• Program Fee: $8 for adults (16+); $4 for children (15 and under).
  
• Entrance Fee: Standard park entrance fees still apply and are not covered by the program fee or federal recreation passes.
  

• Check-in: Arrives 30 minutes early at the Dune Life Nature Trail (2.3 miles past the fee station). Late arrivals cannot join the hike.
  
• Difficulty: Rated as moderate. You must be able to hike 1 mile over steep sand dunes in the dark. The group must stay together; early departures are not permitted.
  
• Attire: Closed-toe shoes are required. Dress in layers, as desert temperatures drop rapidly after sunset.
  
• Supplies: Bring at least two liters of water per person.
  
• Parking: Space is extremely limited; please carpool. Only one vehicle per ticketed group is allowed.
  
• Regulations & Accessibility
  
• Night Vision: To preserve the experience, flashlights, headlamps, and flash photography are prohibited during the hike. Tripods are not allowed.
  
• Pets: Leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome.
  
• Accessibility: This trail is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. It is not recommended for those with night blindness or mobility impairments.
  
• Weapons: No concealed weapons are permitted due to proximity to the missile range.
  
• Cancellations: Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity. Call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  

• Adults: $15
  
• Active Military: $10
  
• Ages 12–20: $5
  
• Ages 11 and Under: Free
  

• Seating: Tents, tables, and chairs are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own lawn chairs for extra comfort.
  
• Restrictions: To ensure a safe and festive environment, no coolers, outside food, or pets are allowed.
  

• Seating: No seating is provided. Please bring camp chairs or blankets to sit on the surrounding dunes.
  
• Supplies: Coolers with food and drinks are welcome.
  
• Visibility: Bring a flashlight or glow sticks to safely navigate back to your car in the dark.
  
• Clothing: Temperatures drop rapidly at night; bring extra layers and dress for changing weather.
  

• Accessibility: An accessible ramp is provided near the stage for wheelchairs and strollers. Designated parking is available for vehicles with disability placards.
  
• Pedestrian Safety: For your safety, use designated walkways and do not sled in or around the parking area during the event.
  
• Weather: In the event of a storm, avoid high dunes. Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity; call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  
• Pets: Non-disruptive, leashed pets are welcome.
  

• Program Fee: $8 for adults (16+); $4 for children (15 and under).
  
• Entrance Fee: Standard park entrance fees still apply and are not covered by the program fee or federal recreation passes.
  

• Check-in: Arrives 30 minutes early at the Dune Life Nature Trail (2.3 miles past the fee station). Late arrivals cannot join the hike.
  
• Difficulty: Rated as moderate. You must be able to hike 1 mile over steep sand dunes in the dark. The group must stay together; early departures are not permitted.
  
• Attire: Closed-toe shoes are required. Dress in layers, as desert temperatures drop rapidly after sunset.
  
• Supplies: Bring at least two liters of water per person.
  
• Parking: Space is extremely limited; please carpool. Only one vehicle per ticketed group is allowed.
  
• Regulations & Accessibility
  
• Night Vision: To preserve the experience, flashlights, headlamps, and flash photography are prohibited during the hike. Tripods are not allowed.
  
• Pets: Leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome.
  
• Accessibility: This trail is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. It is not recommended for those with night blindness or mobility impairments.
  
• Weapons: No concealed weapons are permitted due to proximity to the missile range.
  
• Cancellations: Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity. Call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  

• Program Fee: $8 for adults (16+); $4 for children (15 and under).
  
• Entrance Fee: Standard park entrance fees still apply and are not covered by the program fee or federal recreation passes.
  

• Check-in: Arrives 30 minutes early at the Dune Life Nature Trail (2.3 miles past the fee station). Late arrivals cannot join the hike.
  
• Difficulty: Rated as moderate. You must be able to hike 1 mile over steep sand dunes in the dark. The group must stay together; early departures are not permitted.
  
• Attire: Closed-toe shoes are required. Dress in layers, as desert temperatures drop rapidly after sunset.
  
• Supplies: Bring at least two liters of water per person.
  
• Parking: Space is extremely limited; please carpool. Only one vehicle per ticketed group is allowed.
  
• Regulations & Accessibility
  
• Night Vision: To preserve the experience, flashlights, headlamps, and flash photography are prohibited during the hike. Tripods are not allowed.
  
• Pets: Leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome.
  
• Accessibility: This trail is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. It is not recommended for those with night blindness or mobility impairments.
  
• Weapons: No concealed weapons are permitted due to proximity to the missile range.
  
• Cancellations: Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity. Call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  

• Prohibited Items: No outside food or alcohol is permitted.
  
• Pets: For the safety and comfort of all guests, pets are not allowed.
  

• Seating: No seating is provided. Please bring camp chairs or blankets to sit on the surrounding dunes.
  
• Supplies: Coolers with food and drinks are welcome.
  
• Visibility: Bring a flashlight or glow sticks to safely navigate back to your car in the dark.
  
• Clothing: Temperatures drop rapidly at night; bring extra layers and dress for changing weather.
  

• Accessibility: An accessible ramp is provided near the stage for wheelchairs and strollers. Designated parking is available for vehicles with disability placards.
  
• Pedestrian Safety: For your safety, use designated walkways and do not sled in or around the parking area during the event.
  
• Weather: In the event of a storm, avoid high dunes. Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity; call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  
• Pets: Non-disruptive, leashed pets are welcome.
  

• Program Fee: $8 for adults (16+); $4 for children (15 and under).
  
• Entrance Fee: Standard park entrance fees still apply and are not covered by the program fee or federal recreation passes.
  

• Check-in: Arrives 30 minutes early at the Dune Life Nature Trail (2.3 miles past the fee station). Late arrivals cannot join the hike.
  
• Difficulty: Rated as moderate. You must be able to hike 1 mile over steep sand dunes in the dark. The group must stay together; early departures are not permitted.
  
• Attire: Closed-toe shoes are required. Dress in layers, as desert temperatures drop rapidly after sunset.
  
• Supplies: Bring at least two liters of water per person.
  
• Parking: Space is extremely limited; please carpool. Only one vehicle per ticketed group is allowed.
  
• Regulations & Accessibility
  
• Night Vision: To preserve the experience, flashlights, headlamps, and flash photography are prohibited during the hike. Tripods are not allowed.
  
• Pets: Leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome.
  
• Accessibility: This trail is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. It is not recommended for those with night blindness or mobility impairments.
  
• Weapons: No concealed weapons are permitted due to proximity to the missile range.
  
• Cancellations: Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity. Call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  

• Capacity: Limited to two dogs per person.
  
• Leashes: All pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
  
• Health & Documentation: Owners must provide proof of a current city license and rabies vaccination. Female dogs in heat are not permitted.
  
• Breed Restrictions:
  
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• Bulldogs: Due to health risks, bulldogs may only participate if carried in a wagon or carriage.
  
• Brachiocephalic Breeds: Shar-peis, Pugs, and Boston Terriers require veterinarian approval on-site before walking.
  

• Age: Participants must be at least 12 years old. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  
• Food & Drink: No outside food or beverages are allowed. Refreshments are available for purchase on-site starting at 11:00 AM.
  

• Seating: No seating is provided. Please bring camp chairs or blankets to sit on the surrounding dunes.
  
• Supplies: Coolers with food and drinks are welcome.
  
• Visibility: Bring a flashlight or glow sticks to safely navigate back to your car in the dark.
  
• Clothing: Temperatures drop rapidly at night; bring extra layers and dress for changing weather.
  

• Accessibility: An accessible ramp is provided near the stage for wheelchairs and strollers. Designated parking is available for vehicles with disability placards.
  
• Pedestrian Safety: For your safety, use designated walkways and do not sled in or around the parking area during the event.
  
• Weather: In the event of a storm, avoid high dunes. Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity; call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  
• Pets: Non-disruptive, leashed pets are welcome.
  

• Program Fee: $8 for adults (16+); $4 for children (15 and under).
  
• Entrance Fee: Standard park entrance fees still apply and are not covered by the program fee or federal recreation passes.
  

• Check-in: Arrives 30 minutes early at the Dune Life Nature Trail (2.3 miles past the fee station). Late arrivals cannot join the hike.
  
• Difficulty: Rated as moderate. You must be able to hike 1 mile over steep sand dunes in the dark. The group must stay together; early departures are not permitted.
  
• Attire: Closed-toe shoes are required. Dress in layers, as desert temperatures drop rapidly after sunset.
  
• Supplies: Bring at least two liters of water per person.
  
• Parking: Space is extremely limited; please carpool. Only one vehicle per ticketed group is allowed.
  
• Regulations & Accessibility
  
• Night Vision: To preserve the experience, flashlights, headlamps, and flash photography are prohibited during the hike. Tripods are not allowed.
  
• Pets: Leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome.
  
• Accessibility: This trail is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. It is not recommended for those with night blindness or mobility impairments.
  
• Weapons: No concealed weapons are permitted due to proximity to the missile range.
  
• Cancellations: Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity. Call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  

• Ofrendas: View beautiful homemade altars (altarcitos) on display around the historic Mesilla Plaza.
  
• Candlelight Procession (Nov 2nd): Join the solemn and beautiful procession from the Plaza to the cemetery to remember the departed.
  
• Pan de Muerto: Enjoy traditional "Bread of the Dead" following the procession.
  
• Family Fun: Stick around for the breaking of the giant piñata!
  

For more details:
Visit the official Town of Mesilla Events Page or call (575) 524-3262 ext. 116.

• Entertainment: Jousters from the Order of Epona will perform sword fighting on and off horseback. The park will have uniquely costumed entertainers, roving musicians like Frosty Locks the Bard, and fire performances by Odd-Lab.
  
• Artisan Marketplace: Over 150 national and local artisans will showcase jewelry, metal smithing, weaving, and high-fantasy items.
  
• The Dragon's Eye Tavern: Local craft brews and spirits will be available, including Lescombes Wine, Icebox Beer, and mead from Picacho Peak.
  
• Children's Activities: Families can enjoy Moose Caboose train rides, a bouncy castle, and bilingual storytelling by La Reina Rosa Contacuentos. 
  

• Admission: Usually $10 per vehicle, making it a great outing for the whole family.
  

• Meeting Point: Gather at the Small Missile Range Gate on US Highway 70 (between mile markers 174 and 175), located 25 miles west of the park headquarters.
  
• Transportation: You will caravan in your own vehicle (35 miles round-trip). Ensure you have a full tank of gas and a spare tire.
  
• The Hike: This is a moderate, 1.5-mile round-trip trek over rough, unmaintained terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for young children or those with mobility impairments. Leashed pets are welcome.
  
• Mandatory Gear:
  
[list]

• Water: At least one gallon per person is required to participate.
  
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes) are mandatory; sandals are prohibited.
  
• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and snacks.
  

• Program Fee: $8 for adults (16+); $4 for children (15 and under).
  
• Entrance Fee: Standard park entrance fees still apply and are not covered by the program fee or federal recreation passes.
  

• Check-in: Arrives 30 minutes early at the Dune Life Nature Trail (2.3 miles past the fee station). Late arrivals cannot join the hike.
  
• Difficulty: Rated as moderate. You must be able to hike 1 mile over steep sand dunes in the dark. The group must stay together; early departures are not permitted.
  
• Attire: Closed-toe shoes are required. Dress in layers, as desert temperatures drop rapidly after sunset.
  
• Supplies: Bring at least two liters of water per person.
  
• Parking: Space is extremely limited; please carpool. Only one vehicle per ticketed group is allowed.
  
• Regulations & Accessibility
  
• Night Vision: To preserve the experience, flashlights, headlamps, and flash photography are prohibited during the hike. Tripods are not allowed.
  
• Pets: Leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome.
  
• Accessibility: This trail is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. It is not recommended for those with night blindness or mobility impairments.
  
• Weapons: No concealed weapons are permitted due to proximity to the missile range.
  
• Cancellations: Programs may be canceled due to weather or missile range activity. Call 575-479-6124 ext. 236 for status updates.
  

• Holiday Movie: The Rio Grande Theatre will host a special screening of “Irving Berlin's White Christmas” starting at 8:00 PM.
  
• Admission: Movie tickets are $5 per person, and theater doors will open as soon as the tree lighting concludes. 
  

• Meeting Point: Gather at the Small Missile Range Gate on US Highway 70 (between mile markers 174 and 175), located 25 miles west of the park headquarters.
  
• Transportation: You will caravan in your own vehicle (35 miles round-trip). Ensure you have a full tank of gas and a spare tire.
  
• The Hike: This is a moderate, 1.5-mile round-trip trek over rough, unmaintained terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for young children or those with mobility impairments. Leashed pets are welcome.
  
• Mandatory Gear:
  
[list]

• Water: At least one gallon per person is required to participate.
  
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes) are mandatory; sandals are prohibited.
  
• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and snacks.
  

• Meeting Point: Gather at the Small Missile Range Gate on US Highway 70 (between mile markers 174 and 175), located 25 miles west of the park headquarters.
  
• Transportation: You will caravan in your own vehicle (35 miles round-trip). Ensure you have a full tank of gas and a spare tire.
  
• The Hike: This is a moderate, 1.5-mile round-trip trek over rough, unmaintained terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for young children or those with mobility impairments. Leashed pets are welcome.
  
• Mandatory Gear:
  
[list]

• Water: At least one gallon per person is required to participate.
  
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes) are mandatory; sandals are prohibited.
  
• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and snacks.
  

*If attending, bring your own seating. On-leash pets are allowed.

More information can be found at the Mesilla Valley Balloon Rally website - mesillavalleyballoonrally.weebly.com

• Meeting Point: Gather at the Small Missile Range Gate on US Highway 70 (between mile markers 174 and 175), located 25 miles west of the park headquarters.
  
• Transportation: You will caravan in your own vehicle (35 miles round-trip). Ensure you have a full tank of gas and a spare tire.
  
• The Hike: This is a moderate, 1.5-mile round-trip trek over rough, unmaintained terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for young children or those with mobility impairments. Leashed pets are welcome.
  
• Mandatory Gear:
  
[list]

• Water: At least one gallon per person is required to participate.
  
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes) are mandatory; sandals are prohibited.
  
• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and snacks.
  

• Meeting Point: Gather at the Small Missile Range Gate on US Highway 70 (between mile markers 174 and 175), located 25 miles west of the park headquarters.
  
• Transportation: You will caravan in your own vehicle (35 miles round-trip). Ensure you have a full tank of gas and a spare tire.
  
• The Hike: This is a moderate, 1.5-mile round-trip trek over rough, unmaintained terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for young children or those with mobility impairments. Leashed pets are welcome.
  
• Mandatory Gear:
  
[list]

• Water: At least one gallon per person is required to participate.
  
• Footwear: Closed-toe shoes (hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes) are mandatory; sandals are prohibited.
  
• Sun Protection: Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and snacks.