07/03/2025
2025 FIESTAS DE LAS VEGAS: What You Should Know
❗Important updates for attendees and residents❗:
Plaza Park is now officially closed to drive-through traffic only to allow for event setup. Parking around Plaza Park and along Bridge Street to Valencia Street is prohibited during this time, and several surrounding streets are also closed to traffic. However, parking is available in nearby areas. The Plaza will fully reopen to drive-through traffic on Monday morning, July 7. The Fiestas kick off tomorrow, Thursday, July 3, at 10:00 a.m. with the Reina Coronation Mass at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, followed by entertainment beginning at noon at Plaza Park.
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🔒 Plaza Park Closure and Safety Notice
Gates have been installed and locked at all entrances to restrict vehicle passage through the park. Drivers and pedestrians are urged to proceed with extreme caution in the area. All entrances to Plaza Park are gated and locked to restrict drive-through traffic during event preparations. Unauthorized vehicle access is prohibited. Residents and visitors should be cautious and observe all posted safety measures in the area.
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📜Local Businesses Are Open
While the park is closed to drive-through traffic, businesses surrounding Plaza Park remain open and welcome your support. Visitors are encouraged to continue shopping and dining locally.
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🅿️Parking and Street Closures
Several surrounding streets will also be closed to traffic for the duration of the event. These include:
• Bridge Street at Valencia Street / Paseo del Las Escuelas
• Valencia Street / North Gonzales Street
• North Gonzales Street / Plaza Park
• Valencia Street / Hot Springs Boulevard
• Morrison Street / West National Avenue
• Moreno Street / South Pacific Street
• South Gonzales Street / Moreno Street
• Historic Plaza Park area
Motorists should expect delays and detours and are advised to use alternate routes.
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📜Plaza Park Rules During Closure
To maintain safety and order, the following rules will be enforced:
•Follow all posted signage and obey instructions from police and event staff at all times.
•No parking or vehicular traffic in the Plaza Park area from Thursday, July 3, 2025, until the closure of the fiestas.
•Vendor vehicles are not allowed in or near booths between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.
•Vendors must carry in supplies or use personal handcarts to restock booths.
•No alcohol is permitted in booths or in the immediate park area. Alcohol consumption is only allowed in designated areas. Public intoxication and open containers outside permitted zones are prohibited.
•No sale of weapons or toy weapons of any kind is allowed.
•No sale or display of gang-related attire, as defined by the Las Vegas Police Department.
•Vendor setups must not block emergency access routes.
•Before 9:00 a.m., vendors must open and close all barriers when entering or exiting the park. Failure to comply may result in citations.
•Booths and equipment must not block handicap access in or around the park.
•No pets are allowed in Plaza Park, despite size or type. Only service animals are permitted.
•Permit parking areas require a permit. Unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense.
•All vendors must display their booth license at all times.
•All vendors must provide a trash receptacle at their booth.
•No tent canopies or large umbrellas are allowed in the park area.
Violations may result in fines or removal from the area.
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👑Reina’s Coronation Mass
The Reina’s Coronation Mass will take place on Thursday, July 3 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, located at 403 Valencia Street. This year’s coronation will feature the ceremonial handoff from 2024 Reina Jackie Romero to 2025 Reina Jaiden Saiz.
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🏃♀️Register for the 5K / 10K Run
To participate in this year’s Fiestas 5K or 10K Run, contact the Abe Montoya Recreation Center at 505-426-1739 or visit in person at 1751 N. Grand Avenue, Las Vegas, NM 87701.
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🎉Fourth of July Parade Registration
You can still register for the Fourth of July Parade, happening on Friday, July 4 at 9:00 a.m. The route begins at 2nd Street and Baca and ends at Plaza Park. To register or learn more, fill out the online application and email it to Thomas Fernandez at [email protected].
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🎆Fireworks Show at Dusk
The annual Fireworks Show will take place at dusk on Friday, July 4 at the NMHU Golf Course, located off Mills Avenue. Parking will be available around the area. A fan-favorite viewing spot is Veteran’s Park, also located along Mills Avenue.
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📘Need More Info?
For more information, please refer to the 2025 Fiestas de Las Vegas & More Guide, available at the link on the Las Vegas Optic Newspaper website. You can also pick up a physical copy of the guide at City Hall until noon tomorrow. Please note that City Hall will close at noon on Thursday, July 3 and remain closed on Friday, July 4, reopening on Monday, July 7 at 8:00 a.m.
https://www.calameo.com/orourkemediagroup/read/000735261c6e5d7a99f64
