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. The relay began on May 19 and … Read More

W. Castillo Closure

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

Belen Public Library Open House

The Belen Public Library’s Open House will be held on Thursday, May 22nd, from 4-6pm. Come explore our fantastic Summer Reading Programs, and get ready to dive into a colorful summer filled with fun adventures. Bring your friends and family! There’s something for everyone! Whether you’re a bookworm or just looking for some good times, we can’t wait to celebrate … Read More

Now Hiring: Laborer/Operator I-III Water Department

The City of Belen is accepting applications for a Laborer/Operator I-III in our Water Department. The starting annual salary will be $35,360 – $47,840 ($17 – $23/hr). The hourly rate depends on water level certifications with increases for higher certifications. A full benefits package including retirement, healthcare, and more is offered to full-time employees. Minimum Qualifications Include but are not … Read More

Deborah Graham Memorial Scholarship

The Friends of the Belen Public Library are pleased to announce that applications for the Deborah Graham Memorial Scholarship are now available. We will be awarding two $1,000.00 checks paid to the order of the university or trade school of choice to the winners of the scholarship.The application is below. Please note that the deadline for applying is April 18, … Read More