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• Admission $15 (Comes with Audience Participation Propbag)
• Doors Open at 1:00 pm
• Show at 2:00 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

The Muppet Movie: Live Shadowcast Experience Presented by Blank Conversations Theatre Company

Why are there so many songs about rainbows? Come find out at the Rio Grande Theatre!

Join Blank Conversations Theatre Company for a wildly interactive, one-of-a-kind screening of the 1979 Jim Henson classic, The Muppet Movie. This isn’t just a regular movie night—it’s a full-blown shadowcast! Watch as our talented local actors bring Kermit, Fozzie, Miss Piggy, and the rest of the gang to life right on the stage, acting out the film scene-by-scene and lip-syncing to the iconic soundtrack while the original movie plays on the big screen behind them.

Expect chaotic energy, hilarious physical comedy, audience participation, and all the heart of the cross-country road trip that started it all. Whether you’re a lifelong Muppet fanatic or a shadowcast first-timer, this is the perfect way to experience the magic, the music, and the mayhem of Jim Henson’s masterpiece alongside your fellow fans.

Movin’ right along… grab your tickets before they’re gone!

FREE TO THE PUBLIC

• Admission FREE
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Wednesday, June 17 – 

• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (door open at 6:30 PM): Billy Townes (headliner at 8:00 PM), Mesilla Valley Big Band opening

Thursday, June 18 –

• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 6:30 PM): Colin McAlister’s Latin Jazz Project (headliner at 8:00 PM), Anthony Guerrero Quartet opening

Friday, June 19 –

• 5:00 PM procession from Pioneer Park to the Rio Grande Theatre, ending with a concert on the steps of the Rio Grande Theatre
• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 6:30 PM): Color Quorum

Saturday, June 20 –

• 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM the Juneteenth Celebration at the Branigan Cultural Center: Buffalo Soldier Presentation and concert featuring Mark Fowler Group
• 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library: Black Artist Expo
• 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Las Cruces Convention Center: Juneteenth 2026 Freedom Banquet (ticketed event, go to www.naacpdac.org for more information)
• 8:30 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 8:00 PM): Artha Meadors

Sunday, June 21-

• 2:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at noon): David Rodríguez & Havana Quintet
• 7:00 PM at Young Park: Make Music Day with food trucks: Tia Fuller (invocation by Rev. Dr. Joseph Dunn)

FREE TO THE PUBLIC

• Admission FREE
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Wednesday, June 17 – 

• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (door open at 6:30 PM): Billy Townes (headliner at 8:00 PM), Mesilla Valley Big Band opening

Thursday, June 18 –

• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 6:30 PM): Colin McAlister’s Latin Jazz Project (headliner at 8:00 PM), Anthony Guerrero Quartet opening

Friday, June 19 –

• 5:00 PM procession from Pioneer Park to the Rio Grande Theatre, ending with a concert on the steps of the Rio Grande Theatre
• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 6:30 PM): Color Quorum

Saturday, June 20 –

• 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM the Juneteenth Celebration at the Branigan Cultural Center: Buffalo Soldier Presentation and concert featuring Mark Fowler Group
• 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library: Black Artist Expo
• 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Las Cruces Convention Center: Juneteenth 2026 Freedom Banquet (ticketed event, go to www.naacpdac.org for more information)
• 8:30 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 8:00 PM): Artha Meadors

Sunday, June 21-

• 2:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at noon): David Rodríguez & Havana Quintet
• 7:00 PM at Young Park: Make Music Day with food trucks: Tia Fuller (invocation by Rev. Dr. Joseph Dunn)

FREE TO THE PUBLIC

• Admission FREE
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Wednesday, June 17 – 

• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (door open at 6:30 PM): Billy Townes (headliner at 8:00 PM), Mesilla Valley Big Band opening

Thursday, June 18 –

• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 6:30 PM): Colin McAlister’s Latin Jazz Project (headliner at 8:00 PM), Anthony Guerrero Quartet opening

Friday, June 19 –

• 5:00 PM procession from Pioneer Park to the Rio Grande Theatre, ending with a concert on the steps of the Rio Grande Theatre
• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 6:30 PM): Color Quorum

Saturday, June 20 –

• 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM the Juneteenth Celebration at the Branigan Cultural Center: Buffalo Soldier Presentation and concert featuring Mark Fowler Group
• 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library: Black Artist Expo
• 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Las Cruces Convention Center: Juneteenth 2026 Freedom Banquet (ticketed event, go to www.naacpdac.org for more information)
• 8:30 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 8:00 PM): Artha Meadors

Sunday, June 21-

• 2:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at noon): David Rodríguez & Havana Quintet
• 7:00 PM at Young Park: Make Music Day with food trucks: Tia Fuller (invocation by Rev. Dr. Joseph Dunn)

FREE TO THE PUBLIC

• Admission FREE
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Wednesday, June 17 – 

• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (door open at 6:30 PM): Billy Townes (headliner at 8:00 PM), Mesilla Valley Big Band opening

Thursday, June 18 –

• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 6:30 PM): Colin McAlister’s Latin Jazz Project (headliner at 8:00 PM), Anthony Guerrero Quartet opening

Friday, June 19 –

• 5:00 PM procession from Pioneer Park to the Rio Grande Theatre, ending with a concert on the steps of the Rio Grande Theatre
• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 6:30 PM): Color Quorum

Saturday, June 20 –

• 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM the Juneteenth Celebration at the Branigan Cultural Center: Buffalo Soldier Presentation and concert featuring Mark Fowler Group
• 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library: Black Artist Expo
• 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Las Cruces Convention Center: Juneteenth 2026 Freedom Banquet (ticketed event, go to www.naacpdac.org for more information)
• 8:30 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 8:00 PM): Artha Meadors

Sunday, June 21-

• 2:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at noon): David Rodríguez & Havana Quintet
• 7:00 PM at Young Park: Make Music Day with food trucks: Tia Fuller (invocation by Rev. Dr. Joseph Dunn)

FREE TO THE PUBLIC

• Admission FREE
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Wednesday, June 17 – 

• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (door open at 6:30 PM): Billy Townes (headliner at 8:00 PM), Mesilla Valley Big Band opening

Thursday, June 18 –

• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 6:30 PM): Colin McAlister’s Latin Jazz Project (headliner at 8:00 PM), Anthony Guerrero Quartet opening

Friday, June 19 –

• 5:00 PM procession from Pioneer Park to the Rio Grande Theatre, ending with a concert on the steps of the Rio Grande Theatre
• 7:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 6:30 PM): Color Quorum

Saturday, June 20 –

• 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM the Juneteenth Celebration at the Branigan Cultural Center: Buffalo Soldier Presentation and concert featuring Mark Fowler Group
• 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library: Black Artist Expo
• 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Las Cruces Convention Center: Juneteenth 2026 Freedom Banquet (ticketed event, go to www.naacpdac.org for more information)
• 8:30 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at 8:00 PM): Artha Meadors

Sunday, June 21-

• 2:00 PM at Rio Grande Theatre (doors open at noon): David Rodríguez & Havana Quintet
• 7:00 PM at Young Park: Make Music Day with food trucks: Tia Fuller (invocation by Rev. Dr. Joseph Dunn)

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• Admission $12-$25
• Show at 6/27 at 7:00pm and 6/28 at 3:00pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Singing Out Las Cruces’ Greatest Hits! at the Rio Grande Theatre

A celebration of 15 years of Singing Out Las Cruces! This concert will revisit some of the most popular songs performed by Singing Out Las Cruces over the last 15 years, featuring special guests from Singing Out’s past, archival footage, a lobby display, silent auction, refreshments, a special recognition of those we have lost along the way and those that have made the last 15 years possible, and so much more!

*Children 10 and under can attend for free but must be accompanied at all times by a parent or legal guardian.

At every concert we provide kids kits for freeto help your little ones have something to do during the concert.

We love that people want to bring their families to enjoy our performances and we also know how hard it is to sit still!

We want to do what we can to ensure that families can enjoy our concerts too!

Presale

Kids 10 and under free

Senior and Students $12

General Admission $15

VIP $20

Day of Sales

Kids 10 and under free

Senior & Students $12

General Admission $18

VIP $25

Click Here For Tickets  

• Admission $12-$25
• Show at 6/27 at 7:00pm and 6/28 at 3:00pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Singing Out Las Cruces’ Greatest Hits! at the Rio Grande Theatre

A celebration of 15 years of Singing Out Las Cruces! This concert will revisit some of the most popular songs performed by Singing Out Las Cruces over the last 15 years, featuring special guests from Singing Out’s past, archival footage, a lobby display, silent auction, refreshments, a special recognition of those we have lost along the way and those that have made the last 15 years possible, and so much more!

*Children 10 and under can attend for free but must be accompanied at all times by a parent or legal guardian.

At every concert we provide kids kits for freeto help your little ones have something to do during the concert.

We love that people want to bring their families to enjoy our performances and we also know how hard it is to sit still!

We want to do what we can to ensure that families can enjoy our concerts too!

Presale

Kids 10 and under free

Senior and Students $12

General Admission $15

VIP $20

Day of Sales

Kids 10 and under free

Senior & Students $12

General Admission $18

VIP $25

• Admission FREE TO THE PUBLIC
• Doors open at 5:00 pm,
• Performances start at 5:30 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

The historic Rio Grande Theatre is proud to announce its newest community initiative: the First Friday Open Mic series. Starting in 2026, the theatre will open its legendary stage to local talent on the first Friday of every month, providing a professional platform for musicians, poets, comedians, and performers of all kinds.

As part of the Rio Grande Theatre’s commitment to fostering local art and “Great Resilience,” this monthly event aims to bridge the gap between amateur performers and the professional stage. Whether you are a seasoned storyteller or a first-time singer, the First Friday Open Mic offers a high-quality acoustic environment and a supportive community atmosphere.

Open to all ages. Performer sign ups open at 5:00pm. Piano and drum kit available for use, full PA provided.

• Admission $5 (AT DOOR ONLY)
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, movie at 7:00 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

2026 Classic Film Series 

Labyrinth (1986)

When teenage Sarah carelessly wishes her baby brother away, she is thrust into a world of puzzles and strange creatures ruled by the enigmatic Goblin King (David Bowie). To save him, she must navigate a massive, shifting maze and discover the strength within herself before time runs out.

• Admission FREE
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, Event at 6:30 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Film Las Cruces has partnered with the Rio Grande Theatre to create a once-a-month screening for Las Cruces and Doña Ana County artists.

Film LAs Cruces is currently accepting submissions for all forms of video content. This could be a segment for you school’s broadcast episode, short film, commercial, music video, documentary, or time-lapse reel. If it can be played through a projector, they will likely accept it!

Whether you are a high school student or professional, they encourage every creative in the Las Cruces area to submit a project you would like shown on the big screen!

A town hall forum will kick off the show from 6:30pm – 7:00pm. This is an opportunity for anyone in Las Cruces and Doña Ana County to engage with Film Las Cruces staff regarding any questions or comments you have about the film industry activities happening in the area.

• Admission $5 (AT DOOR ONLY)
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, movie at 7:00 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

2026 Classic Film Series 

Top Gun (1986)

At the Navy’s elite fighter weapons school, a daring and reckless young pilot named Maverick (Tom Cruise) pushes the limits of his flight skills and his ego. Amidst high-stakes competition and personal tragedy, he must find the resilience to become the “best of the best.”

• Admission FREE
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, Event at 6:30 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Film Las Cruces has partnered with the Rio Grande Theatre to create a once-a-month screening for Las Cruces and Doña Ana County artists.

Film LAs Cruces is currently accepting submissions for all forms of video content. This could be a segment for you school’s broadcast episode, short film, commercial, music video, documentary, or time-lapse reel. If it can be played through a projector, they will likely accept it!

Whether you are a high school student or professional, they encourage every creative in the Las Cruces area to submit a project you would like shown on the big screen!

A town hall forum will kick off the show from 6:30pm – 7:00pm. This is an opportunity for anyone in Las Cruces and Doña Ana County to engage with Film Las Cruces staff regarding any questions or comments you have about the film industry activities happening in the area.

• Admission $5 (AT DOOR ONLY)
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, movie at 7:00 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

2026 Classic Film Series 

Stand by Me (1986)

Four young friends in a small Oregon town set out on a two-day trek to find a missing boy’s body, hoping to become local heroes. Along the way, their journey turns into a poignant coming-of-age story about the unbreakable bonds of childhood friendship and the challenges of growing up.

• Admission FREE TO THE PUBLIC
• Doors open at 5:00 pm,
• Performances start at 5:30 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

The historic Rio Grande Theatre is proud to announce its newest community initiative: the First Friday Open Mic series. Starting in 2026, the theatre will open its legendary stage to local talent on the first Friday of every month, providing a professional platform for musicians, poets, comedians, and performers of all kinds.

As part of the Rio Grande Theatre’s commitment to fostering local art and “Great Resilience,” this monthly event aims to bridge the gap between amateur performers and the professional stage. Whether you are a seasoned storyteller or a first-time singer, the First Friday Open Mic offers a high-quality acoustic environment and a supportive community atmosphere.

Open to all ages. Performer sign ups open at 5:00pm. Piano and drum kit available for use, full PA provided.

• Admission FREE
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, Event at 6:30 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Film Las Cruces has partnered with the Rio Grande Theatre to create a once-a-month screening for Las Cruces and Doña Ana County artists.

Film LAs Cruces is currently accepting submissions for all forms of video content. This could be a segment for you school’s broadcast episode, short film, commercial, music video, documentary, or time-lapse reel. If it can be played through a projector, they will likely accept it!

Whether you are a high school student or professional, they encourage every creative in the Las Cruces area to submit a project you would like shown on the big screen!

A town hall forum will kick off the show from 6:30pm – 7:00pm. This is an opportunity for anyone in Las Cruces and Doña Ana County to engage with Film Las Cruces staff regarding any questions or comments you have about the film industry activities happening in the area.

• Admission FREE TO THE PUBLIC
• Doors open at 5:00 pm,
• Performances start at 5:30 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

The historic Rio Grande Theatre is proud to announce its newest community initiative: the First Friday Open Mic series. Starting in 2026, the theatre will open its legendary stage to local talent on the first Friday of every month, providing a professional platform for musicians, poets, comedians, and performers of all kinds.

As part of the Rio Grande Theatre’s commitment to fostering local art and “Great Resilience,” this monthly event aims to bridge the gap between amateur performers and the professional stage. Whether you are a seasoned storyteller or a first-time singer, the First Friday Open Mic offers a high-quality acoustic environment and a supportive community atmosphere.

Open to all ages. Performer sign ups open at 5:00pm. Piano and drum kit available for use, full PA provided.

• Admission $5 (AT DOOR ONLY)
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, movie at 7:00 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

2026 Classic Film Series 

Taxi Driver (1976)

In the decaying streets of 1970s New York, an alienated Vietnam veteran becomes a night-shift taxi driver. Consumed by loneliness and a desire for purpose, he descends into a dark vigilante mission to “wash the scum off the streets” in Martin Scorsese’s gritty masterpiece.

• Admission FREE
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, Event at 6:30 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Film Las Cruces has partnered with the Rio Grande Theatre to create a once-a-month screening for Las Cruces and Doña Ana County artists.

Film LAs Cruces is currently accepting submissions for all forms of video content. This could be a segment for you school’s broadcast episode, short film, commercial, music video, documentary, or time-lapse reel. If it can be played through a projector, they will likely accept it!

Whether you are a high school student or professional, they encourage every creative in the Las Cruces area to submit a project you would like shown on the big screen!

A town hall forum will kick off the show from 6:30pm – 7:00pm. This is an opportunity for anyone in Las Cruces and Doña Ana County to engage with Film Las Cruces staff regarding any questions or comments you have about the film industry activities happening in the area.

• Admission $5 (AT DOOR ONLY)
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, movie at 7:00 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

2026 Classic Film Series 

Bullitt (1968)

Steve McQueen defines “cool” as Frank Bullitt, a San Francisco detective tasked with protecting a star witness against the mob. Featuring one of the most legendary car chases in cinematic history, this film is a stylish, high-octane portrait of a man standing his ground against corruption.

• Admission FREE TO THE PUBLIC
• Doors open at 5:00 pm,
• Performances start at 5:30 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

The historic Rio Grande Theatre is proud to announce its newest community initiative: the First Friday Open Mic series. Starting in 2026, the theatre will open its legendary stage to local talent on the first Friday of every month, providing a professional platform for musicians, poets, comedians, and performers of all kinds.

As part of the Rio Grande Theatre’s commitment to fostering local art and “Great Resilience,” this monthly event aims to bridge the gap between amateur performers and the professional stage. Whether you are a seasoned storyteller or a first-time singer, the First Friday Open Mic offers a high-quality acoustic environment and a supportive community atmosphere.

Open to all ages. Performer sign ups open at 5:00pm. Piano and drum kit available for use, full PA provided.

• Admission $5 (AT DOOR ONLY)
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, movie at 7:00 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

2026 Classic Film Series 

It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)

On a desperate Christmas Eve, George Bailey wonders if the world would be better off without him. With the help of a guardian angel named Clarence, he is shown the profound impact one person’s kindness and resilience can have on an entire community.

• Admission $5 (AT DOOR ONLY)
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, movie at 7:00 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

2026 Classic Film Series 

Miracle on 34th Street (1947)

When a department store Santa claims to be the real Kris Kringle, he is put on trial to prove his sanity—and his identity. This holiday classic is a heartwarming reminder that faith is believing in things when common sense tells you not to.

• Admission FREE
• Doors open at 6:00 pm, Event at 6:30 pm
• Concessions served including snacks, refreshments, beer, wine, and spirits

Film Las Cruces has partnered with the Rio Grande Theatre to create a once-a-month screening for Las Cruces and Doña Ana County artists.

Film LAs Cruces is currently accepting submissions for all forms of video content. This could be a segment for you school’s broadcast episode, short film, commercial, music video, documentary, or time-lapse reel. If it can be played through a projector, they will likely accept it!

Whether you are a high school student or professional, they encourage every creative in the Las Cruces area to submit a project you would like shown on the big screen!

A town hall forum will kick off the show from 6:30pm – 7:00pm. This is an opportunity for anyone in Las Cruces and Doña Ana County to engage with Film Las Cruces staff regarding any questions or comments you have about the film industry activities happening in the area.