# Events & Things To Do In Carlsbad, NM This Weekend | May 1-3, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Carlsbad, New Mexico is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Carlsbad, New Mexico this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Carlsbad

- **Event Name**: RCC DERBY PARTY
  - **Description**: 🏇🌹 Derby Day at RCC! 🌹🏇

Join us Saturday, May 2nd at 4PM for an afternoon of style, sips, and race-day excitement! 🍾✨
Put on your Derby Best—hats, dresses, and all—and get ready to impress… because our Hat Contest is on! 👒🏆

Grab your friends and come ce
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carlsbad/rcc-derby-party/200029998405009
  - **Venue**: North Carlsbad
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- **Event Name**: Free Comic Book Day 2026
  - **Description**: Mark your calendars for free comics!!! 
We’ll have comics from previous FCBD’s and this year as well. 

😉
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
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  - **Venue**: Cafe Anime
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- **Event Name**: Paint a Keepsake
  - **Description**: Bring the kiddos by the store to paint wooden flower bouquets or terra cotta pots. 

Event is free of charge and while supplies last. No registration required. 

Happening at all McCoy’s locations.

Special thanks to our friends at Doman Lumber for sponso
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carlsbad/paint-a-keepsake/200029984943957
  - **Venue**: 303 E Wood, Carlsbad, NM 88220
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## Trending Events in Carlsbad

- **Event Name**: Carlsbad Village Faire Vendor
  - **Description**: 900+ booths, games, activities, food, and beer garden.
  - **Venue**: 300 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008-2900, United States
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- **Event Name**: Carlsbad Village Street Faire: Sensory-Friendly Calm Zone
  - **Description**: Join us for the "largest one-day street fair in the country," where you'll find 900 vendors selling a variety of items from art and home decor to jewelry, clothing, and antiques.

We at Lily Field Realty will again be offering our Sensory-Friendly Calm Zo
  - **Venue**: Lily Field Realty
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- **Event Name**: Bro-Am 2026 Benefit Party
  - **Description**: Get ready for an evening packed with live music, delectable bites, and the warmth of good company, all while making a real difference in the lives of local youth.

At Benefit Party, mingle under the stars with 500+ like-minded givers and doers for a fundr
  - **Venue**: Viasat (6155 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009)
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- **Event Name**: Mother's Day: Blooms, Butterflies & Bouquets!
  - **Description**: The Flower Fields presents Mother’s Day: Blooms, Butterflies and Bouquets!!

Join us for a FULL day to celebrate all the special moms and women in your life.

Mother’s Day Special Event Schedule:

- FREE professional family photo – 10:00am-4:00pm
-Bouquet
  - **Venue**: The Flower Fields
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- **Event Name**: ECSP Western Week - Baca Rodeo Co Halloween Rodeo / Night #2
  - **Description**: SAVE THE DATE FOR 2026 - PLANNING TO MOVE THE SEPTEMBER WESTERN WEEK TO OCTOBER IN CONJUNCTION WITH A HALLOWEEN RODEO! 
Annual ECSP Western Week - Including the return of the Baca Rodeo Company Rodeo, Famous ECSP BBQ, Breakaway Roping, Jackpot Team Roping
  - **Venue**: Eddy County Sheriff's Posse
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- **Event Name**: Danny Gokey in Carlsbad
  - **Description**: 🎶 Get Ready for Danny Gokey Live at Walter Gerrells Performing Arts and Exhibition Center on Thursday, May 7, 2026! 🎶
This is not just a concert—it's a moment you'll talk about for years. Danny Gokey is set to light
  - **Venue**: Walter Gerrells Performing Arts and Exhibition Center
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- **Event Name**: ECSP Western Week - Baca Rodeo Co Halloween Rodeo / Night #1
  - **Description**: SAVE THE DATE FOR 2026 - PLANNING TO MOVE THE SEPTEMBER WESTERN WEEK TO OCTOBER IN CONJUNCTION WITH A HALLOWEEN RODEO! 
Annual ECSP Western Week - Including the return of the Baca Rodeo Company Rodeo, Famous ECSP BBQ, Breakaway Roping, Jackpot Team Roping
  - **Venue**: Eddy County Sheriff's Posse
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- **Event Name**: Carlsbad Wine and Food Festival
  - **Description**: 🍷 Discover The Carlsbad Wine And Food Festival!

🗓Saturday July 25, 2026
4 PM to 7 PM Festival
7:30 PM to 9 PM DJ Dance Party

The Rotary Club of Carlsbad Proudly Presents An Unforgettable Evening Where Wine Enthusiasts, Foodies, And Fun Lovers Come Toget
  - **Venue**: 2456 Town Garden Rd, 92009
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- **Event Name**: NCAA DI Men's Golf Championships - All Sessions
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at NCAA DI Men's Golf Championships - All Sessions, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at La Costa Resort in dynamic Carlsbad, CA, this event will
  - **Venue**: La Costa Resort
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Carlsbad?
  - **A:** RCC DERBY PARTY (Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm at North Carlsbad), Free Comic Book Day 2026 (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Cafe Anime), Paint a Keepsake (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at 303 E Wood, Carlsbad, NM 88220).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Carlsbad today May 02, 2026?
  - **A:** RCC DERBY PARTY (Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm at North Carlsbad), Free Comic Book Day 2026 (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Cafe Anime), Paint a Keepsake (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at 303 E Wood, Carlsbad, NM 88220).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Carlsbad this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** RCC DERBY PARTY (Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm at North Carlsbad), Free Comic Book Day 2026 (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Cafe Anime), Paint a Keepsake (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at 303 E Wood, Carlsbad, NM 88220).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Carlsbad in May 2026?
  - **A:** RCC DERBY PARTY (Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm at North Carlsbad), Free Comic Book Day 2026 (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at Cafe Anime), Paint a Keepsake (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at 303 E Wood, Carlsbad, NM 88220).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Carlsbad?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Carlsbad on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Carlsbad?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Carlsbad?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Carlsbad include North Carlsbad, Cafe Anime, 303 E Wood, Carlsbad, NM 88220.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Carlsbad?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Carlsbad include Riverside Country Club, Cafe Anime, McCoy's Building Supply (Carlsbad, NM).
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Carlsbad?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Carlsbad.

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