The City of Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department announced on Apr. 14 that it is accepting applications from food vendors for the annual Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Celebration, scheduled for Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Pat & Lou Sisbarro Community Park on the New Mexico State University campus.
The event will include live music, a fireworks show, and activities for families. Organizers say food vendors will have the chance to serve thousands of attendees during one of the city’s largest yearly gatherings.
Interested vendors must submit their applications by June 5, 2026. The Parks and Recreation Department said there will be no exceptions to this deadline. Applications can be picked up at the department’s administrative building located at 1501 E. Hadley in Las Cruces. Vendors who are accepted will receive setup times and location details before the event.
A notice from organizers states that “No vendors on foot will be permitted during the concert. All vendors must remain in their assigned locations throughout the event to ensure the safety and flow of all activities.” For more information or to request an application, individuals may contact Parks and Recreation at 575-541-2550/TTY 771.
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