Areas across New Mexico are set to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday with events planned throughout the state. From parades to concerts and fireworks, here’s a look at what’s happening on Friday, July 4:
Freedom 4th at Balloon Fiesta Park
- Where: Albuquerque
- When: 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Things to do: Concert headlined by Hunter Hayes, other entertainment, and fireworks after live performances
Village of Los Lunas’ 4th of July Independence Day Parade
- Where: Heritage Park, Heritage Road, Los Lunas
- When: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Things to do: Watch the parade route ending on Don Pasqual Road
Veterans 4th of July Luncheon in Albuquerque
- Where: Legacy Church – East Campus, 4701 Wyoming Boulevard NE, Albuquerque
- When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Things to do: Enjoy New Mexico cuisine, resource education, and guest speakers
Rio Rancho Red, White, and Blue Run
- Where: Rio Rancho Aquatic Center, 745 Loma Colorado Drive NE
- When: Starts at 8 a.m.
- Things to do: Community run or walk to kick off the holiday
Rio Rancho’s Fourth of July Celebration
- Where: Campus Park, 2516 King Boulevard NE
- When: 6 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
- Things to do: Live music, food trucks, and fireworks show
Red River Fourth of July Parade and Celebration
- Where: Brandenburg Park, 100 East Main Street, Red River
- When: Parade starts at 10 a.m., activities follow
- Things to do: Parade, food, family-friendly music, and games
Las Cruces Fourth of July Celebration
- Where: Pat and Lou Sisbarro Community Park, NMSU Campus, 3205 Arrowhead Drive
- When: Concert starts at 6:45 p.m., headliner Big Todd & The Monsters at 8 p.m., fireworks at 9:45 p.m.
- Things to do: Live music, family-friendly activities, food, drinks, and fireworks
4th of July Festival in Lovington
- Where: Chaparral Park, 1005 South Commercial Street, Lovington
- When: Starts at 7 a.m., fireworks show at 9 p.m.
- Things to do: Music, food vendors, games including basketball and dodgeball, fireworks
Chama’s Let Freedom Ring July 4th Music Festival
- Where: Robert Gallegos Memorial Park
- When: DJ from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Nathaniel Krantz from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.
- Things to do: Live music performances and fireworks show
July 4th Fireworks Celebration in Sunland Park
- Where: Western Playland, 1249 Futurity Drive, Sunland Park
- When: Park opens at 6 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.
- Things to do: Enjoy the amusement park and fireworks display
Jal’s Annual Fourth of July Parade and Celebration
- Where: Jal Lake Park, Whitworth Drive
- When: Parade starts at 10 a.m., fireworks around 9 p.m.
- Things to do: Parade, food, activities, and fireworks
Taos Hometown 4th of July Celebration
- Where: Kit Carson Park, 211 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte
- When: Doors open at 4 p.m., music starts at 5 p.m.
- Things to do: Live music performances by Junior Brown & Bob Schneider
Socorro’s 32nd Annual Fourth of July Celebration
- Where: Socorro Rodeo & Sports Complex, Rodeo Drive
- When: Noon to 10 p.m.
- Things to do: Live music, open picnic area, and fireworks show
Smoke on the Water Fireworks Display in Clovis
- Where: Greene Acres Park, 2001 Mitchell Street
- When: Starts at 4 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.
- Things to do: Car show, live music, and fireworks
City of Las Vegas 4th of July Firework Display
- Where: New Mexico Highlands University Golf Course, East Mills Avenue, Las Vegas
- When: At dusk
- Things to do: Fireworks show to celebrate Independence Day
