On **October 4**, the Roswell Astronomy Club will host the annual **International Observe the Moon Night** at the **Cielo Grande Recreation Area**. This global event invites moon enthusiasts and curious individuals alike to engage in lunar science, exploration, and observations. The gathering will take place from **19:00 to 20:30** at the north parking lot, providing an opportunity for participants to connect with others who share a fascination with the Moon. For further details, interested individuals can visit the club’s Facebook page or the official NASA site at moon.nasa.gov.
The **Eastern New Mexico State Fair** continues until **October 4**, featuring numerous events and entertainment. Attendees can access the fair book and schedules online at enmsf.com to plan their visit.
The **18th Annual Roswell Jazz Festival** will also take place from **October 22 to 26**, with tickets currently available for purchase. Events are scheduled across various venues in the city, and organizers encourage early ticket purchases to avoid missing out, especially for the popular free concert on the courthouse lawn, now set for Saturday. More information can be found at roswelljazz.org.
The Pecos Valley Rodeo Company, in collaboration with the **Eastern New Mexico State Fair**, presents the **Fourth Annual Pecos Valley Stampede Ranch Rodeo** on **October 3 and 4**. Festivities will commence at **18:00** each evening, showcasing events such as open ranch bronc riding and team roping, along with fun activities for children, including a calf scramble and mini bull riding. Entry to the rodeo is included with admission to the fair. For inquiries, contact Adrian at **575-910-4962**.
Additionally, **St. John The Baptist Catholic Church** will present a family-friendly theatrical adaptation titled **”Venga toda La Gente”** (“Come People Come”) on **October 3 and 5**. The play, based on the life of **Saint Francis of Assisi**, emphasizes themes of love and humility. Performances will be held at the Ave Maria Center, located at **401 E. Bland St.**, on Friday at **19:00** and Sunday at **17:00**. Entry is free, with more details available on the church’s Facebook page.
On **October 4**, **St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church** will host its annual **Blessing of the Animals** event at **Cahoon Park**, located east of Union Avenue. The service will begin at **10:00**, featuring individual blessings for pets. Attendees are encouraged to bring their animals on leashes or in carriers, or photos for blessing if unable to attend in person. Each animal will receive a special tag, and a memorial service for pets that have passed will follow the individual blessings. For more information, call **575-622-1353**.
The public is also invited to a community presentation at the **Roswell Public Library** on **October 6**, discussing the impact of a recent flood and ongoing recovery efforts. The event will take place from **17:30 to 19:00**, coinciding with the **Roswell Museum’s** 88th birthday celebration, which will include cake. More information can be found at roswell-nm.gov.
Finally, on **October 11**, the **Roswell Symphony Orchestra** will present a concert at **19:30** at the Pearson Auditorium on the New Mexico Military Institute grounds. The concert will feature compositions by **Modest P. Mussorgsky** and **Felix Mendelssohn**, alongside performances by **Nathan Amaral**, a Concert Artist Guild winner, who will showcase works by **Ludwig van Beethoven**, **Niccolò Paganini**, and **Charles-Camille Saint-Saëns**. More details are available at roswellsymphony.org.
For those wishing to list their events in the entertainment calendar, they can reach out via email at [email protected] or call **575-622-7710**, ext. 309. The calendar is subject to change, so organizers advise checking with venues for the latest updates.
