Fourth of July Celebration

"Celebrating Our Heroes!" Virtual Electric Light Parade

Virtual Electric Light Parade (Graphic)Entries are in, judging is done and now it is time to present the “Celebrating our Heroes” Virtual Electric Light Parade. This year’s theme is "Celebrating our Heroes", a tribute to all those who have kept the community going through this pandemic. 

The online event can be accessed at any time beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 4 by going to the City’s Facebook page @CityofLasCruces or on this page.


The “Celebrating our Heroes” virtual parade features all entries, showcases the winners, and honors essential local heroes.

Enjoy the "Celebrating Our Heroes!" Virtual Electric Light Parade

Virtual Electric Light Parade Prize Winners List

Category: Patriotic Yard or Vehicle Decorations

First Place (tie)

Dragon Yard Decor  submitted by Michele Key

First Place (tie) 

SCSWA Truck submitted by Peter Ibarbo

Second Place 

Mesilla Valley Rattlers submitted by Kevin Bosley 

Third Place 

Flags and Flowers submitted by B.A. Carrillo-Bonnet

Category: Patriotic family photo

First Place 

"Kids Craft" submitted by Nicole S. Johnson

Category: Patriotic hairstyle or face paint

First Place 

"Little Girl" submitted by Carrie Chastain

Category: Patriotic Face Covering

First Place  

American Legion Women’s Auxiliary submitted by Patricia Torres, Teresa Tolonen

Second Place –

"Mask Designs" submitted by Chris DiMora

Third Place

"Rainbow Flag Ladies" submitted by Janice Czyscon

Congratulations and thank you to all who participated!