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Thanksgiving, Pandemic Edition: Celebrate Low-Key & Get Outside

Thanksgiving is upon us – take this time to get out into our beautiful environment, or to get in on new opportunities available locally.

a bottle opener - because our restaurants are open-er

Events are Streaming & Restaurants are “Opener”

Pickamania weekend is September 11-13 and will be streamed on Facebook. And local restaurants are open-er.

2020: The Long Strange Trip

One day we will gather, walk around freely (unmasked!), and maybe even hug again, and we’ll probably appreciate those activities so much more, having lived through this very strange 2020.

second saturday art hop in downtown truth or consequences

Upcoming Events in Sierra County

A list of events in Sierra County New Mexico – live music, performance, annual events, weekly events (Spaceport America, yoga classes, etc).

First Day Hike across Elephant Butte Dam

2019-2020 Holiday Season Special Events

Short list of events – including Christmas and New Year’s Eve dinners – happening over the holidays and into the New Year.

Christmas and New Year Restaurant Hours

A list of restaurant hours and special offerings for Holiday Season 2019 in Sierra County New Mexico.

Free Shuttle New Year’s Eve

Why drive on New Year’s Eve? Call for a ride on The Shuttle!

Rose, a new film made in Truth or Consequences

Film in Sierra County: Rod McCall‘s “Being Rose”

“Being Rose” was filmed in Truth or Consequences and the surrounding county. It stars Cybill Shepherd, Pam Grier, and James Brolin.

39ish Things To Do While You’re Here

Consult our list of attractions and activities if you never want to run out of things to do in Truth or Consequences and Sierra County!

Monticello Holiday Store, Monticello New Mexico

One-of-a-Kind Gifts Available at Sierra County’s Shops & Holiday Events

Save some holiday shopping for these special events sponsored by Sierra County’s artists, crafters, business owners and organizations.

A Glimpse into History: The Sierra County Advocate, 1907

News from another century: we enjoyed seeing a few pages from the Sierra County Advocate’s April 19, 1907 issue.

Artist Residencies and Retreats

Sierra County has several options for artists looking for residencies and retreats.

Video: Armendaris & Ladder Ranch Tours

Ted Turner Enterprises’ ecotours in Sierra County take guests to areas of unspoiled beauty. This video offers a preview.

2016 Truth or Consequences Fiesta

The 2016 Truth or Consequences Fiesta features familiar activities like the Parade, Junk Boat Race and Kids Fishing Derby, plus a brand new event: the Film Fiesta.