Where is it?
Pinos Altos was formed as an early mining town in Grant County and still retains its historic feel and original architecture. To find it and the October Fiesta, take New Mexico Highway 15 just 7 miles from its intersection with Highway 180 in Silver City.
Each year, the residents and businesses of historic Pinos Altos host an October Fiesta as a fund-raiser for the Pinos Altos Volunteer Fire/Rescue Department and other community projects including roadside/public area cleanup.
The 6th Annual Pinos Altos October Fiesta will be Saturday, October 1 from 10 am to 4 pm, with most of the events held in the historic Main Street area.
Fiesta organizers promise family fun, live music, great food, and plenty of vendors in celebration and support of our community spirit. The Grant County Art Guild (housed in the Hearst Church), Fort Cobre, the Museum and businesses will be open and participating. Vendors will offer produce and all types of crafts, jewelry, antiques, collectibles and homemade items.
A local group of old west gunfighters, lawmen and their ladies decked out in 1800's garb can be seen at the various historic sites along Main Street. Periodically throughout the day, this infamous group — known locally as the "Gila Rangers" — shoot up the town to the entertainment of all.
Entertainment also includes an array of local singers and musicians who will be performing throughout the day in front of the Pinos Altos Opera House. Most of these singers and musicians routinely perform at the Buckhorn Saloon.
For more information, visit the October Fiesta web site or call 505-538-0204.
