Billy the Kid Pageant

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Billy the Kid Pageant First presented in 1940, “The Last Escape of Billy The Kid” is a Folk Pageant centering around the life of the legendary outlaw,, William H. Bonney.

The Last Escape of Billy The Kid” is a Folk Pageant centering around the life of the legendary outlaw, Billy the Kid. This Pageant was first presented in the year 1940. The episodes of the pageant are based on historical facts of the notorious Lincoln County War, and in particular its focus is centered upon the best remembered of its fighters, Billy the Kid. The Pageant portrays many scenes to include the killing of John Tunstall which precipitated Billy's wrathful vengeance, the Battle of Blazer's Mill in which the courageous "Buckshot Roberts" stood off Billy and his twelve cohorts, the siege of the McSween House, up to Billy's incarceration in the Lincoln County Courthouse and his remarkable escape. Many of the players are descendants of the original Pageant participants. The players still live the Western life they portray in the Pageant. These people have gladly donated their time, energy and possessions. They are the real heroes of this Folk Play - one of the very few remaining in the United States made up entirely of local players without any professional help. This is unique and living Folk Art

We’re excited to be at Thrive in Southern New Mexico’s Annual Agency Fair today at CHRISTUS – Southern New Mexico in Ala...
09/01/2026

We’re excited to be at Thrive in Southern New Mexico’s Annual Agency Fair today at CHRISTUS – Southern New Mexico in Alamogordo!

Stop by the Lincoln Pageant & Festivals booth to learn more about our organization, the history of The Last Escape of Billy the Kid, and the work we do to preserve this incredible piece of New Mexico history. 🎭🐎

We’ll also have some amazing items from the past on display—including pieces that showcase the rich history and tradition of our pageant!

Come say hello, learn more about what we do, and take a little trip through the history of Lincoln, New Mexico! 🤠

A huge thank you to Thrive in Southern New Mexico for inviting LP&F to their annual campaign kick off breakfast! 🍳 We ar...
08/21/2026

A huge thank you to Thrive in Southern New Mexico for inviting LP&F to their annual campaign kick off breakfast! 🍳 We are proud to be supported by such a wonderful organization and we wish you the best campaign season! 💚🌳

Whitt’s BBQ is open 12-4 at the pageant grounds today! If you are here stop on by!
08/09/2026

Whitt’s BBQ is open 12-4 at the pageant grounds today! If you are here stop on by!

Hey, y’all! Even though the pageant isnt happening today, the state and Friends of Lincoln have events going on all da...
08/09/2026

Hey, y’all! Even though the pageant isnt happening today, the state and Friends of Lincoln have events going on all day. Check out the schedule and drive on over!

🤠❤️ THANK YOU, FRIENDS OF THE FRONTIER ❤️🤠What a weekend! As we celebrate 85 years of The Last Escape of Billy the Kid, ...
08/09/2026

🤠❤️ THANK YOU, FRIENDS OF THE FRONTIER ❤️🤠

What a weekend! As we celebrate 85 years of The Last Escape of Billy the Kid, we want to extend our heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who came out to Historic Lincoln from near and far. ⭐

Saturday night brought us a record attendance, and seeing so many people fill the streets and gather to experience this incredible tradition was truly special. Your support means more than you know!

A very special THANK YOU to our amazing volunteers who give their time, energy, and heart to make this show possible. From behind the scenes to the streets of Lincoln and on the stage, this tradition simply would not continue without you. ❤️

And to our generous donors, sponsors, and community partners—thank you for believing in our mission and helping us preserve this piece of New Mexico history. Your support helps keep the legend alive for generations to come. 🙏⭐

For 85 years, volunteers and supporters have come together to tell the story of Billy the Kid in the historic streets of Lincoln. We are honored to carry that tradition forward.

From our Pageant family to yours—THANK YOU! 🤠❤️

The legend lives on because of YOU. 🐴⭐

🤠 OLD LINCOLN DAYS - DAY TWO RAFFLE! 🤠We’ve got some exciting prizes up for grabs during The Last Escape of Billy the Ki...
08/08/2026

🤠 OLD LINCOLN DAYS - DAY TWO RAFFLE! 🤠

We’ve got some exciting prizes up for grabs during The Last Escape of Billy the Kid this weekend! ⭐

🎟️ RAFFLE DRAWING
We’re raffling off two beautiful pieces of metal art each night! That means TWO lucky winners Friday night and TWO lucky winners Saturday night! 🎉

SATURDAY NIGHT BONUS: A third winner will be announced to win our official 2026 85th anniversary poster signed by this years cast and crew! 🎉

Each winner will receive:
✨ One beautiful metal art piece
✨ One commemorative 85th Anniversary show poster

🎟️ RAFFLE TICKETS
1 Ticket — $5
5 Tickets — $20

Raffle tickets will be available for purchase ALL DAY! The drawing will be held after the Austin Van pre-show concert and before The Last Escape of Billy the Kid begins at 8:30 PM.

⭐️ 85TH ANNIVERSARY COLLECTIBLES ⭐️

Don’t forget to grab a piece of Pageant history while you’re here! We’ll also have our special commemorative items available for purchase:

📜 85th Anniversary Commemorative Show Poster — $5
🎫 85th Anniversary Commemorative Show Ticket — $5

⚠️ WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

🚨🤠 SPECIAL OFFER FOR TODAY! 🤠🚨
The FIRST 8 commemorative posters sold TODAY are SIGNED by our very own “Billy the Kid!” ✍️⭐

Once those eight are gone, they’re gone! Get yours early and take home an extra-special piece of our 85th Anniversary celebration! 🎉

Come find us in Historic Lincoln, grab your raffle tickets and collectibles, enjoy the concert, and then stick around to see if YOU’RE one of our lucky winners! 🤞🎟️

⭐️Don’t Miss the Legendary Old Lincoln Days Parade!🐴 📅 Saturday, August 8th🕙 Parade Starts at 10:00 AM📍 Historic Lincoln...
08/08/2026

⭐️Don’t Miss the Legendary Old Lincoln Days Parade!🐴

📅 Saturday, August 8th
🕙 Parade Starts at 10:00 AM
📍 Historic Lincoln, New Mexico

Step onto what was once known as one of the most dangerous streets in America… where lawmen, outlaws, and legends once walked. 🤠

Now, it’s filled with music, wagons, riders, and the spirit of the Old West! 🎺🐎🇺🇸

Come early, grab a good spot, and witness history come to life during the Old Lincoln Days Parade—a true blast from the past you don’t want to miss! 🤠🎉

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