Aggies vs. Lobos: NMSU Alumni Watch Parties Set for the Battle of I-25

The Battle of I-25 is back, and Aggies across the country are getting ready to cheer on New Mexico State as NMSU takes on the University of New Mexico Lobos.

The rivalry game is set for Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. MT at Aggie Memorial Stadium in Las Cruces.

Whether you’re heading to the stadium, watching from home, or looking to join other Aggies, the NMSU Alumni Network is giving fans several ways to be part of the rivalry.

Watch Parties Across the Country

NMSU Alumni Networks are hosting watch parties in several cities, giving Aggies a chance to gather together, wear crimson, and cheer on NMSU.

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  Albuquerque, New Mexico Watch Party
  
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  Santa Fe / Northern New Mexico Watch Party
  
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  Washington, D.C. / DMV Watch Party
  
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  Seattle, Washington Watch Party
  
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  Portland, Oregon Watch Party
  

Additional locations and event details may be announced as game day approaches.

Heading to the Game?

Aggie fans planning to make the trip to Las Cruces can also join fellow alumni inside Aggie Memorial Stadium.

NMSU has an official Alumni Network section for the rivalry game. Registration includes instructions on how to purchase game tickets for the Alumni Section.

Register for the NMSU Alumni Section

Watch From Home

Can’t make it to Las Cruces or one of the watch parties? You can still catch the action from home.

The Aggies vs. Lobos matchup will air on CBS Sports Network.

Game Day Details

New Mexico State Aggies vs. New Mexico Lobos

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 1:30 p.m. MT
Location: Aggie Memorial Stadium, Las Cruces, New Mexico
Television: CBS Sports Network

From Aggie Memorial Stadium to watch parties across the country, NMSU alumni and fans will be coming together for one of New Mexico’s biggest college football rivalries.

Wear crimson, cheer loud, and Go Aggies!