"England, we also had some from Australia,” said Anthony Police Chief Ed Miranda.

Friday, the celebration started with a breakfast at Steven Lee Hall. Throughout the day there will be food and music at Anthony Municipal Park. The huge celebration continues through Saturday.

The first to arrive at the celebration was Connie Rooney from Whippany, N.J.

“Oh it's been a long journey, but it was certainly worth it,” Rooney said. “I mean, how often do you get to celebrate your leap year birthday." Rooney said she was a guest on Martha Stewart's show.

“Martha Stewart is calling us ‘leaplings,’” Rooney said.

Each person born on Feb. 29 will receive a goody bag from the city of Anthony. Friday’s festivities include a Leap Year parade, live entertainment every hour, and a dinner.

For more details about the Leap Year celebration, call 505-882-5677 or 915-726-6788.