Belen’s rich cultural tapestry was recently highlighted by the New Mexico Travel Guy in his article, “The Belen Matanza in New Mexico: Where Tradition Sizzles, Chicharrónes Crackle, and Pants Get Tight.” In this engaging piece, he delves into the heart of our community’s cherished event, La Matanza, capturing the essence of this centuries-old Hispano tradition. Held annually in January, La … Read More
Anna Becker Park Public Meeting
You are cordially invited to attend a public meeting regarding the future of Anna Becker Park, hosted by the City of Belen. Meeting Details: Pland Collaborative, the consulting team contracted by the City, will lead this important meeting. They are developing a conceptual design for Anna Becker Park, and your input as a user is essential. This meeting is an … Read More
Memorial Day Garbage Collection Schedule
In observance of Memorial Day, there will be no trash collection in the City of Belen on Monday, May 26, 2025. Routes will be delayed by one day during the holiday week. Please have your polycart at the curb by 7 a.m. on the day after your regular collection day. The Belen Transfer Station will also be closed on the … Read More
Belen to Welcome Torch Run for Special Olympics on May 28
The City of Belen is proud to support the 2025 New Mexico Law Enforcement Torch Run (NMLETR) for Special Olympics. As part of a statewide 1,600-mile relay, local law enforcement and public safety personnel will carry the “Flame of Hope” through Belen on Wednesday, May 28 at 8:00 AM, beginning at Kicks 66. Please note, if you’d like to participate … Read More
W. Castillo Closure
Due to maintenance, W. Castillo will be CLOSED on Wednesday & Thursday, May 28th & 29th, from Main St. to 9th St. from 6am – 4pm both days. Please seek an alternate route. We thank you for your patience.
Summer Concert Series Brings Live Music to Belen’s Parks
Get ready to kick back, relax, and enjoy warm summer nights filled with music, food, and community fun! The City of Belen Parks and Recreation Department is thrilled to announce the 2025 Summer Concert Series — a free, family-friendly celebration of live music taking place at parks all across the city. Each concert runs from 7:00 to 8:30 PM and … Read More
Memorial Day Ceremony
The annual Memorial Day Ceremony at Belen Eagle Park Veterans Memorial will be held on Monday, May 26th starting at 10am. The event is planned by the Veterans Committee. Following the ceremony there will be a Flag Retirement by Secundino Baldonado American Legion Post 81. Live Country Music will be provided by Plumb Adequate, the music is sponsored by the … Read More
Now Hiring: Full-time and Part-time Recreation Tech
The City of Belen is hiring for a Full-time and a Part-time Recreation Tech in our Parks and Recreation Department. The starting annual salary will be $32,136 ($15.45/hr). A full benefits package including retirement, healthcare, and more is offered to full-time employees. Minimum Qualifications Include but are not Limited To: You may read the full job description and retrieve the … Read More
Employee of the First Quarter: Abel Otero
City employee, Abel Otero, Parks Supervisor, was honored as the Employee of the 1st Quarter of 2025 by the Belen City Council and City Manager, Roseann Peralta. The letter from Mayor Pro-tem, Tracy Armijo, reads: Dear Abel, It is with great pleasure that Mayor, Robert Noblin, City Manager, Roseann Peralta, the City of Belen Governing Body, and I declare you … Read More
Belen Community Blood Drive
On Friday, May 30th, 2025, from 9am – 1pm there will be a Community Blood Drive held at the Belen Fire Department. To schedule an appointment call Nick at 505-400-9666, click on this link, or you may scan the QR code on the flyer below. Donors will receive a T-Shirt! You may also win an Epic Vacation Package when you … Read More