Family Activities
Don't book the babysitter yet, the wee ones can enjoy all the nature, culture and history Santa Fe has to offer tooǃ The city has plenty of places to keep children of all ages happy.Looking for an outdoor adventure? Santa Fe has skiing, hiking, biking trails, and plenty of outdoor parks for your little nature enthusiast.
For a hands-on experience, check out some of the museums and recreation centers around Santa Fe. The Santa Fe School of Cooking
offers cooking classes for the whole family.
For curious minds, visit the The Harrell House of Natural Oddities and Bug Museum.
Here kids can inspect dinosaur bones, insects and even feed live tarantulasǃ
Your riders, rippers and racers will have loads of fun at the Santa Fe Skate School. Skateboarders of all ages are invited to join inǃ
Read more about family activities in Santa Fe on our blog HERE.
Other Must-See Events and Places for Kids:
- Meow Wolf
- Santa Fe Children's Museum
- Museum of International Folk Art
- El Rancho de las Golondrinas
- The Harrell House of Natural Oddities and Bug Museum
- Ice skating and swimming year-round at the Genoveva Chavez Center
- Wiford Gallery Wind Sculpture Garden
- St. John's Music on the Hill
- Santa Fe Fuegos Baseball
- Fort Marcy Playground and Recreation Center
- Santa Fe Climbing Center
- Skateboard School
- Free Family Art Programs at Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
- Randall Davey Audubon Center & Sanctuary
- Santa Fe Botanical Garden at Museum Hill
The Bradbury Museum
1350 Central Avenue, Los Alamos, NM 87544
The Bradbury Museum in Los Alamos gives the history of the Atom Bomb, and cool science information.
Free Admission
Amenities: Child Friendly.
Free Admission
Amenities: Child Friendly.
City of Santa Fe Parks and Recreation
Various Locations, please see our website.
, Santa Fe, NM 87504
The City of Santa Fe Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide range of recreational opportunities for adults and children alike by providing innovative and sustainable services at all city parks, trails and recreational centers.
Santa Fe offers more than 50 scenic parks, from neighborhood rose parks to historical and athletic parks. Play a game of tennis on one of the city's outdoor tennis courts or enjoy a leisurely stroll with inspirational views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. At the Santa Fe Municipal Recreation Complex, for example, you can watch a game of soccer, softball or rugby, if one is scheduled, or let the kids play on the large jungle gym.
At the Genoveva Chavez Community Center, the city's largest recreational facility, sign up for a class in kayaking, ice skating, yoga, Pilates, cycling and more. Swim laps or take a water exercise class in the 50-meter pool. Play hockey or twirl on the ice during the public skating time on the ice arena. Drop in for a game of hockey, volleyball, basketball or indoor soccer. You can also swim and take fitness classes at the Salvador Perez Pool & Fitness Center and the Fort Marcy Complex.
Whether you're an avid fan of the great outdoors or someone who loves breaking a sweat in a recreation class, you'll find plenty of ways to enjoy recreation in Santa Fe.
Amenities: Child Friendly, Entertainment, Fitness, Hot Tub or Sauna, Live Music, Meeting Facilities, Pet Friendly, Pool, WiFi.
Amenities: Child Friendly, Entertainment, Fitness, Hot Tub or Sauna, Live Music, Meeting Facilities, Pet Friendly, Pool, WiFi.
Girls Inc. of Santa Fe
301 Hillside Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87501
Girls Inc.'s mission is inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Our vision is empowered girls and women in an equitable society. Since 1955, Girls Inc. of Santa Fe has been a strong advocate for the changing needs of girls and young women in Santa Fe.
Girls Inc. is THE positive development and risk prevention organization for Santa Fe girls. We believe the Girls Inc. experience equips girls to navigate gender, economic, and social barriers and grow into healthy, educated, and independent women. We work with girls ages 5-18 through After School, Spring Break and Summer Camps, Outreach, Workshops, and Collaborations with other community organizations.
Amenities: Child Friendly.
Amenities: Child Friendly.
New Mexico History Museum
113 Lincoln Ave., Santa Fe, NM 87501
The New Mexico History Museum, opened in May 2009, shows the history of Santa Fe and New Mexico for the last 400 years.
It changes the way that New Mexicans and visitors understand state history and the history of the nation. The new museum includes permanent and temporary exhibitions that span the early history of indigenous people, Spanish colonization, the Mexican Period, and travel and commerce on the legendary Santa Fe Trail.
The museum serves as the anchor of a campus that encompasses the Palace of the Governors, the Palace Press, the Fray Angelico Chavez History Library and Photo Archives.
Amenities: Child Friendly.
Amenities: Child Friendly.
May Center for Learning
2019 Galisteo, Bldg. B, Santa Fe, NM 87505
May Center for Learning is a non-profit organization devoted to helping those with learning differences succeed in school and in life. The Center’s activities consist of a full-time, academic-year school for grades Pre-K through 8; tutoring programs, including one for high-risk students in several Santa Fe Public Schools; a summer school; an evaluation center; and a variety of teacher training programs. May Center specializes in integrating the arts into all curriculum areas, as part of the national initiative to turn STEM into STEAM by adding the Arts.
Rising Stars in the Southwest
903 W Alameda Ste.528, Santa Fe, NM 87501
"Our Vision is to promote the talents and healthy behaviors of teenagers and to develop their potential for leadership in our community."
Help us support positive life choices for our teens today. Together we can provide the tools, learning and the competitive edge for our tomorrow's leaders.
Contact us today!
Rising Stars in the Southwest
Roy Martinez
(505) 216-6049
roybmartinez@gmail.com
Dreams can become reality!
Amenities: Child Friendly, Pet Friendly.
Amenities: Child Friendly, Pet Friendly.
New Mexico Wildlife Center
19 Wheat Street
, Santa Fe, NM 87532
New Mexico Wildlife Center (NMWC) is a great place for a family visit! We are located conveniently between Santa Fe and Espanola, and have live hawks, eagles, owls, bobcats, reptiles and other animals to see up close. Bring a lunch and eat on one of our picnic tables, or just come for a short walk around in the beautiful outdoors.
Call ahead to see if we have a special event, like our Open House in October.
NMWC is dedicated to wildlife education, rehabilitation of native wild animals, and to conservation of native habitat.
Amenities: Child Friendly.
Amenities: Child Friendly.
Wildlife West Nature Park
87 North Frontage Road
, Edgewood, NM 87015
Wildlife West Nature Park provides a very special look into the animals and plants that are part of the ecosystems of New Mexico and the Southwestern United States. All the birds and animals at Wildlife West Nature Park are non-releasable, in keeping with our philosophy of bringing education to the public without harming ecological balances in other parts of the region. Our habitats are designed to provide the best possible combination of viewing opportunities and harmonious living for our residents, and our animal enrichment programs ensure that our animals are both physically and mentally healthy.
Amenities: Entertainment, Child Friendly, Meeting Facilities.
Amenities: Entertainment, Child Friendly, Meeting Facilities.
Camino de Paz Montessori Secondary School
03A Camino de Paz
Santa Cruz, NM 87567
Camino de Paz is a Montessori school serving grades 7-10. Our middle school campus is located on a 10 acre organic farm that includes a goat dairy, draft horses, greenhouses, and gardens. Focused on the needs of young adolescents, our curriculum uses hands-on,practical application of academic skills to improve learning and cultivate independence and responsibility in young adults. Amenities: Child Friendly.
New Mexico State Capitol Building
411 State Capitol
, Santa Fe, NM 87501
The New Mexico State Capitol (a.k.a. the Roundhouse), located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is the seat of government of the U.S. state of New Mexico. It is unique as the only round state capitol in the United States.
The building was designed to resemble the Zia Sun Symbol when viewed from above, with four entrance wings that protrude from the main cylindrical volume. Architecturally, the Capitol is a blend of New Mexico territorial style and neoclassical influences. Above each entrance is a stone carving of the State Seal of New Mexico. The building has four levels, one of which is below ground.
Dedicated on December 8, 1966, the building was designed by W.C. Kruger and constructed by Robert E. McKee.
Amenities: Child Friendly.
Dedicated on December 8, 1966, the building was designed by W.C. Kruger and constructed by Robert E. McKee.
Amenities: Child Friendly.
Deborah Calkin Agency
814 Camino De Monte Rey, Santa Fe, NM 87505
We are a nanny and domestic placement agency. Whether you are looking for a full time household employee, or are visiting Santa Fe and looking for a sitting service; we are here to provide the best domestic personnel to meet your needs. All of our candidates have been thoroughly screened by our staff, have passed criminal background checks, and reference checks with high and outstanding recommendations. Please visit our website for more information.
Amenities: Child Friendly.
Amenities: Child Friendly.
Santa Fe Jeep Tours
1405 2nd Street
, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Santa Fe Jeep Tours offers a view of Santa Fe not accessible by conventional means. A photographer's dream, we take you to places that will take your breath away.
Three, four, and six-hour tours are available. Ask about our stargazing camping and glamping excursions. Amenities: Child Friendly.
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
334 Los Pinos Road, Santa Fe, NM 87507
What once was a stop on the Camino Real is now a living museum that has preserved the Spanish Colonial and Territorial way of life on a 200 acre ranch just outside of Santa Fe. Docents in period dress, period buildings from around the Southwest and hands-on demonstrations make this a perfect spot for families. Amenities: Child Friendly.
Patty Cake Nannies
3600 Cerrillos Rd
, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Patty Cake Nannies is New Mexico's go to resource for reliable nannies and household staff! With our 20 Point Screening process we are proud to place the highest caliber of candidates in New Mexico! We provide everything from on-call hotel sitters to private chefs and dog sitter!
To begin the process please visit PattyCakeNannies.com and complete a registration form today!
List of Services:
Nannies, Estate Staffing, Newborn Care Specialists, Mannies(Male Nannies), Private Chefs and Drivers, Mother's Helper, Wedding/Event Nannies, Hotel/On-Call Nannies, Travel Nannies, Housekeepers, Personal Assistant, Senior Care, Special Needs Care & Pet Care.
Service Areas: Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Taos, Los Alamos and surrounding areas.
Amenities: Child Friendly, Pet Friendly.
Amenities: Child Friendly, Pet Friendly.
Santa Fe Children
Santa Fe Children is a complete online resource guide for families who live in or are visiting Santa Fe. Get info on Santa Fe Schools, Local Events, Toy & Book Stores, Kid-Friendly Restaurants, Clubs & Organizations, After-school and Summer Programs, Day Trips, Sports & Fitness, Arts & Music, Clothing & Gear Stores, and more! Amenities: Child Friendly.
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
217 Johnson Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501
The Georgia O'Keeffe Museum is located in downtown Santa Fe within easy walking distance of the historic Plaza. The Museum collection is the single largest repository of O'Keeffe's work in the world.
The Museum is open 7 days a week from 10 AM to 5 PM, and on Friday evenings until 7 PM. Admission is $12 for adults; $10 for seniors (age 60+); $6 for New Mexico residents (with ID); $6 for Military/Law Enforcement (with ID); $10 for students (18+ with ID); and free for youth and students under 18.
New Mexico residents: show your ID and get free admission on the first Friday of each month, from 5-7 PM!
