Roswell UFO Festival
About this event
The Roswell UFO Festival is a cultural festival in Roswell, New Mexico, at Downtown Roswell. The 2026 event takes place Jul 2–5, 2026. A playful Fourth of July weekend celebration of the 1947 Roswell Incident, blending UFO lore with downtown parades, guest speakers, authors, live music, costume contests, and a classic car show. Skeptics and believers alike fill the streets of southeastern New Mexico's alien capital.
Annual, Fourth of July weekend
Location & directions
Downtown Roswell, Roswell, NM 88201
Frequently asked questions
When is Roswell UFO Festival 2026?
Roswell UFO Festival takes place Jul 2–5, 2026 in Roswell, New Mexico. Annual, Fourth of July weekend
Where is Roswell UFO Festival held?
Roswell UFO Festival is held in Roswell, New Mexico, at Downtown Roswell, Roswell, NM 88201.
What is Roswell UFO Festival?
A playful Fourth of July weekend celebration of the 1947 Roswell Incident, blending UFO lore with downtown parades, guest speakers, authors, live music, costume contests, and a classic car show.
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