Lordsburg rolls out event calendar with public health, equity focus

Lordsburg’s Chamber of Commerce has published its annual events calendar, laying out a year of festivals, parades and community activities that will shape local life and boost small business foot traffic. The schedule highlights signature draws such as Railroad Days on June 13, 2026, the Hidalgo County Fair on the third weekend in August, the July 4 fireworks and rodeo celebration, and Moonlight Madness & Light Parade on the first Friday in December.

The calendar also lists health- and activity-oriented events that affect public well-being: GET OUTSIDE, HIDALGO! in April, the Cancer Walk in April, and the Jessie Darnell 3on3 Basketball Tournament the second weekend in July. The Chamber plans an Annual Chamber Awards Ceremony on March 6, 2026, and family-friendly gatherings like the Fall Foodtruck Roundup the third Saturday in November. Organizers note dates are subject to change and encourage residents to check the weekly newsletter or contact the Chamber for updates.

Large, recurring events are more than entertainment; they influence community health, local economies and equity of access. Regular outdoor programming provides opportunities for physical activity and social connection, which are protective for mental health in a rural county where services can be scarce. At the same time, summer events bring heat- and sun-exposure risks, and evening events require safe lighting and transportation. Public health planning matters: event schedules offer moments to coordinate cooling stations, shade, water access, first-aid coverage and ADA-accessible spaces so all residents can participate safely.

Equity considerations include the cost and transportation barriers that can keep low-income families from these community opportunities. Community leaders and event planners can reduce those barriers by offering sliding-scale fees, free admission days, accessible transit options or pop-up services that bring basics like water, rest areas and information on local health resources to the event footprint. The Chamber’s listings also include practical resources residents can use year-round, from the Hidalgo County Memorial Wall to local business directories that support small merchants.

For questions, reservations or to confirm dates, the Lordsburg Chamber of Commerce can be reached at 206 Main Street, PO Box 699, Lordsburg, NM 88045; phone (575) 542-9864; email visitlordsburg@gmail.com. Residents are encouraged to subscribe to the weekly newsletter for event updates and volunteer opportunities.

Our two cents? Come out and enjoy the parades and fairs, but plan ahead: bring water and sunscreen for summer events, check accessibility for those with mobility needs, and stay home if you’re sick so community celebrations stay safe for everyone.