Events in Las Cruces today

A group run at Pat and Lou Sisbarro Community Park At NMSU brings runners together for one hour at their own pace for an energizing start to the day. Regular participants include Mark, Charlie, Teresa, Karl, Juan, Amy, Mike, and Anna, along with others who enjoy a welcoming run with flexible pacing.

A weekly Nexus Night where the format adapts to turnout. Entry is $5, and both prizing and the number of rounds are set based on how many participants attend.

A weekly Pokémon tournament featuring a Best-of-1 Swiss format. Prizes and the number of rounds scale with participant turnout. Entry is $5.

New Comic Book Day arrives at Zia Comics with stacks of brand-new issues filled with bold artwork and fresh adventures. Fans of superheroes, horror, sci-fi, manga, and indie titles will find new reads waiting on the shelves. Pick up the latest releases before they are gone. Pull lists and subscription options are available to help keep favorite series set aside and ready.

Take part in a weekly One Piece Trading Card Game tournament. Register ahead of time using the Bandai TCG+ app. Entry is $5. Prize support and the number of rounds are based on participation.

Aqua Zumba brings dance-inspired cardio to the pool for a low impact workout. The warm water cushions movement and is gentle on joints, creating a soothing, therapeutic environment. This class suits a wide range of fitness levels and takes place at 310 Fitness in Las Cruces, NM.

This is a weekly Union Arena Tournament with a $5 entry fee. Prizes and the number of rounds are determined by the number of participants.

A weekly Flesh and Blood event tailored to the turnout. Prizing and the number of rounds adjust based on participation. Entry is $5.

Turn an ordinary evening into a creative outing at Wet Paint Art Studio in downtown Las Cruces. This walk-in open studio offers hands-on projects like canvas painting, pottery decorating, and wood crafts, with more choices available. No reservations are required. All ages are welcome, and all supplies are provided, with easy guidance to support every skill level. Pay only for the piece you select, with no additional fees for studio time or materials, and stay as long as you like. It is a fitting pick for a date, a friends’ get-together, a family activity, or a relaxing solo session.

Enjoy an evening filled with popular music that travels through the decades, beginning in the 1960s and continuing to today. The playlist blends classic hits with contemporary favorites for a crowd-pleasing mix across generations.

Connect with fellow One Piece Trading Card Game players and collectors for a relaxed trading session. Bring your card binders and personal collections to browse, trade, and share with others. Admission is free.

A Yu-Gi-Oh advanced format tournament with a $5 entry fee. Prizing and the number of rounds depend on participation.

Settle in for a weekly booster draft for Friday Night Magic. Pricing and prizing change from one event to the next.

This is a recurring Friday evening tournament for the One Piece trading card game. Registration is through the Bandai TCG+ app. The entry fee is $5.

Enjoy live music out on the patio with room to dance, paired with award-winning wines and drinks. A food truck will be on site, and there is no cover charge.

The New Mexico Lobos take on the New Mexico State Aggies at NMSU Aggie Memorial Stadium. With two in-state programs that share familiar recruiting territory and deep regional pride, this rivalry brings added intensity and a charged atmosphere. Expect a hard-fought contest between longtime foes where momentum swings feel bigger and every big play sounds a little louder.

Compete in a weekly Saturday Pokémon Standard tournament using best-of-three Swiss rounds. Prize support and the total number of rounds scale with attendance. Entry is $5.

Settle in for a weekly game night at Zia Comics featuring guided demos and a welcoming table for all experience levels. Each session, the Games Guru spotlights an intro title, a family pick, and a strategy favorite, and can also teach anything from the in-store game library. Featured selections are available at 10 percent off during the event. Fans of board games, card games, and role playing games can expect a family friendly setting with friendly competition, plenty of laughs, and chances to discover something new. Admission is free. Newcomers and longtime players are welcome, and there is always room to bring friends or meet new ones.

This is a weekly tournament for Beyblade X. Entry is $5.

An open play Warhammer day takes place each Sunday.

This weekly Cardfight!! Vanguard Standard tournament features a $5 entry fee. Prizing and the number of rounds are determined by participation.