Community Calendar

Events in October 2026

Our calendar highlights local events for Otero County residents. Do you know of an event that’s missing from our calendar? Let us know! Also, see what’s happening for kids and families on our Kids Calendar.

9 6:00 pm: National Night Out (NNO) 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm October 9, 2026

17 The Growing Brain (Zero to Three) October 17, 2026 NMSU Glass Family Research Institute for Early Childhood Studies 1220 Stewart St. Las Cruces , New Mexico 88001 View Location Map, 8:00 am: Keep Otero County Beautiful 8:00 am – 9:00 am October 17, 2026 La Luz Cart-Away 4 Old Mill Rd Alamogordo, New Mexico 88310 United States View Location Map

19 12:00 pm: Otero County Early Childhood Coalition Meeting 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm October 19, 2026 NMSU-A ProTech Building, Room 106 2400 North Scenic Drive Alamogordo, New Mexico 88310 United States View Location Map Hybrid Meeting

28 9:00 am: Day of Hope Tularosa: Pumpkins, Purpose, & Community 9:00 am – 12:00 pm October 28, 2026 Hosted by 100% Otero, this community event offers an opportunity to connect with local organizations and learn about resources available to you and your family. Enjoy a light breakfast, pick up pet food, and visit with community partners offering information and support. Pumpkins will also be available for families to take home and decorate while supplies last. Bring your family and enjoy a morning of connection and fall fun. Costumes are welcome. The event will take place outdoors, so please dress for the weather. Everyone is welcome, and we encourage you to invite a friend or neighbor. This is a FREE event! Tularosa Community Church 101 Central Avenue Tularosa, New Mexico 88352 United States View Location Map This link is for our community partners to have a table at the event Register Here

31 3:00 pm: Halloween Night: A Spooktacular Family Fun Night 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm October 31, 2026 Alameda Park Zoo 1021 N White Sands Boulevard Alamogordo, New Mexico 88310 View Location Map

Check out our Kids Calendar!