Jazz is taking center stage in Roswell this weekend, when various renowned musicians from all over the U.S. perform at the annual Roswell Jazz Festival. A free outdoor concert on the courthouse lawn takes place on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The concert offers residents and visitors an opportunity to enjoy live jazz in a community setting for free. This year’s guest of honor is pianist Rossano Sportiello. He performs at multiple concerts throughout the festival. For more locations, times and tickets, visit roswelljazz.org. Tickets sell fast.
Other events this weekend:
Those looking for fall shopping can visit the annual Falliday Market at Roswell Wool, 212 East Fourth St., which takes place on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Families may enjoy a seasonal outing at Graves Farm and Garden’s public hayride and pumpkin patch on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., located at 6265 S. Graves Road.
Art lovers can visit Bone Springs Art Space for “Echos of Place,” an exhibition showcasing work by two Roswell-based artists, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday’s and Saturday’s throughout the month. Admission is free and they’re located at 212 East Walnut St.
The Thrill the World Dance and Bazaar is scheduled for Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Chaves County Cultural Plaza, 219 East Fourth St. The event combines a dance gathering with a bazaar. A jalapeño eating challenge will be held at 11:30 a.m., with check-ins starting at 11 a.m. Dance rehearsals begin at 1 p.m., continuing every 30 minutes to learn the routine. Participants may register in-person on the day of the event. Other vendors, food, music and contests will also be part of the event.
For those looking for Halloween activities, Tobosa Developmental Services is scheduled to host a haunted house on Saturday from 6:30 to 10 p.m. The Roswell Spookout Halloween 3v3 Soccer Tournament is scheduled for Saturday at Cielo Grande Recreation Area, 2110 S. Main St., beginning at 3 p.m.
New Mexico Military Institute (NMMI) will be having a trunk-or-treat event on Saturday from five to 8 p.m. on the Lusk parking lot on the campus.
