Sierra County’s Annual Events
The skinny on Annual Events in T or C, Elephant Butte, Hillsboro, Kingston, Monticello, Winston, Chloride, and all of Sierra County New Mexico!
Kayak Fishing Tournament
This catch-photo-release tournament is open to anglers in any kind of water craft that isn’t gas-powered — canoes, kayaks, rowboats, etc. Electric-powered watercraft is allowed.
Cancelled for 2021: Annual Junior Open Fishing Tournament
July 4 Fireworks Show at Elephant Butte Lake
Elephant Butte Balloon Regatta
Events begin bright and early, starting with mass ascensions every day of the event.
Pickamania
A regional music festival featuring Americana music and Apple Pie
Elephant Day
A parade, car and motorcycle shows, live music, arts & crafts, food vendors, and more!
Sierra County Fair
Fair exhibits are normally open to the general public Thursday afternoon through Sunday afternoon.
Elephant Butte Chile Cookoff
Red or Green? That’s the question of the day at the Elephant Butte Chile Cook-Off. Enter to win, or just go to taste the chile!
Chile Challenge 4-Wheel Drive Trail Event
Open to 4WD vehicle operators of any experience level. Drive trails in a supervised, nationally recognized, 4-wheeling event.
Hillsboro’s Christmas In The Foothills
Events at the Hillsboro Community Center include a silent auction, vendors, and the $49.99 sale.
T or C’s Old-Fashioned Christmas
Tree lighting, bonfires, parade of lights, and holiday refreshments at downtown businesses.
Elephant Butte Luminaria Beachwalk & Floating Lights Parade
A beach lit with thousands of luminarias, campfires serving posole and cocoa, and a lighted boat parade.
Gathering of Quilts
Fiesta Golf Tournament
One day only, 4 person scramble, beginners to advanced players welcome.
Truth or Consequences Fiesta
Held annually since 1950, this celebration includes a parade, contests, roping contest, and music.