CELEBRATING SIERRA COUNTY HISTORY AS PART OF THE
STATE CENTENNIAL

THANK YOU to the many folks who came out for the January 7, 2012 "Walk Across the Dam" event at Elephant Butte Lake.

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April 28-29, 2012
Kingston NM

GATHERING OF QUILTS

annually: Friday and Saturday
on the last weekend in February

Beautiful work by local quilters as well as historic quilts are displayed. Demonstrations, vendors, and quilt appraisals are available throughout the weekend.

ELEPHANT BUTTE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GOLF TOURNAMENT

annually: varies

Sierra del Rio Golf Course

Entry fee includes green fees, cart, lunch, golf prizes and door prizes. The event raises funds for the Elephant Butte Chamber of Commerce.

TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES FIESTA

annually: first weekend in May

Downtown Truth or Consequences
and Ralph Edwards Park

Fiesta Website

Held annually since 1950, Truth or Consequences comes together to celebrate Fiesta with a parade, performances, contests, rodeo, arts and crafts, music, races, and vendors.

FIESTA GOLF TOURNAMENT

annually: Fiesta weekend
please note: previous tournaments were held the week before Fiesta
in 2012 the tournament will be held the same weekend as Fiesta

SIERRA COUNTY FARMERS' MARKET

opens annually on the Saturday of
Memorial Day Weekend, continues through October

Fresh produce, baked goods, and hand-made items, all made locally. 8:30am-11:30am.

Farmers Market Website

FLY FREEDOM'S FLAG PARADE

annually: Saturday of
Memorial Day Weekend

Boat parade and ceremonies honoring all veterans and troops. A video of this event is on Youtube!

WCC&D 26TH ANNUAL FIESTA

annually: the first Saturday in June

Winston Community Center
Winston, Chiz, Chloride
and Dusty 

This event features a parade, cow-chip poker, games, flea market & craft fair, and a western dance.

ANNUAL JUNIOR OPEN FISHING TOURNAMENT

read an article on this event

annually: Father's Day weekend

A tournament for K-12 youths, with awards, prizes and a cookout. Hosted by the Elephant Butte Bass Anglers.

Elephant Butte Lake State Park

INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS

Photo courtesy of Marina del Sur

June 30, 2012 (rain date: July 1)

annually: Saturday night of
July 4 holiday weekend

Elephant Butte Lake State Park

Begins at dusk from Rattlesnake Island; watch the biggest fireworks show in New Mexico reflected on the waters of the state's largest body of water!

TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES OPEN GOLF TOURNAMENT

annually: the second weekend in August

CITY OF ELEPHANT BUTTE ANNUAL CELEBRATION

annually: varies

Elephant Butte-at-large

Three days of fun! A parade, boat, car and motorcycle shows, live music, arts & crafts & food vendors, and the crowd-pleasing "Crawlin' and Boggin' at the Butte" obstacle course.

C.A.S.T. FOR KIDS FISHING TOURNMENT

Elephant Butte Lake State Park

This fishing tournament began in 1991 and unites volunteers who love to fish with disabled and disadvantaged children for a day of fishing in the outdoors.

ELEPHANT BUTTE BALLOON REGATTA

annually: varies

Elephant Butte Lake State Park

Events commence early on both days and include a balloon ascension and the balloon-boat relay race.

HOT SPRINGS FESTIVAL

annually: the last weekend in September

Hot Springs Festival website

A celebration of Truth or Consequences and its claim to fame - the Hot Springs! Tour downtown's commercial spas, all located in the Hot Springs Historic District.

ELEPHANT MAN TRIATHLON

annually: the last Sunday in September

Elephant Butte Lake State Park

An intermediate distance triathlon comprised of a 1-mile swim, a 26.5-mile bike, and a 6-mile run.

SIERRA COUNTY FAIR

annually: the second weekend in October

Sierra County Fairgrounds
Truth or Consequences

Arts, crafts, livestock, food vendors, community groups, and fun. Enter your hand-made (or home-grown) goods, or just come and browse the booths.

NEW MEXICO OLD-TIME FIDDLERS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

annually: the third or fourth
weekend in October

Truth or Consequences
Convention Center

Jams on the lawn, competition in the Ralph Edwards Auditorium, a gospel sing on Sunday, and plenty of floorspace for the dancers in the house.

VETERANS DAY CAR SHOW

annually: Veterans Day weekend

The 13th Annual Car show, sponsored by the New Mexico State Veterans Home and believed by some to be "the best car show in the state," also features a swap meet (vendors welcome!) and concessions.

New Mexico State Veterans' Home
Truth or Consequences

RUN FOR THE WALL

HILLSBORO'S CHRISTMAS IN THE FOOTHILLS

annually: the first Saturday in December

Hillsboro-at-large
and the
Hillsboro Community Center

A pre-Christmas celebration with open houses at studios, galleries, and historic homes in Hillsboro. Events at the Hillsboro Community Center include a silent auction, the $49.99 sale, and vendors selling their holiday wares.

OLD-FASHIONED CHRISTMAS

annually: the night before
Elephant Butte's Luminaria Walk & Parade of Lights

Downtown T or C

Downtown Christmas Tree lighting at 6pm followed by bonfires, carolers, wagon rides, and holiday refreshments at downtown businesses. Bring the kiddies - Santa Claus will be taking orders!

ELEPHANT BUTTE'S WEEKEND OF LIGHTS:
BEACHWALK LUMINARIA FESTIVAL & FLOATING LIGHTS PARADE

annually: the second
Saturday in December

Elephant Butte Lake State Park

Thousands of luminarias line paths on the beach that lead to bonfires sponsored by local groups. Grab a complimentary holiday treat and join in the caroling, hop on the hay ride, or visit with Santa Claus. The Elephant Butte Rotary Club takes donations for the Make-A-Wish Foundation on NM at their campsite.

The Luminaria Walk, sponsored by the Elephant Butte Chamber of Commerce, starts at dusk. The Floating Lights Parade begins at 6:30pm, with a special Grand Marshall each year. An awards ceremony and Christmas party follows at the Elephant Butte Inn.