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Santa Fe Margarita Trail
45+ Restaurant Locations
WHEN: Ongoing
Discover Santa Fe’s unique culture as you experience more than 45 specialty-crafted margaritas made famous by some of the best restaurants and bars in The City Different. Download the App and get ＄1 off each margarita and earn prizes as you go along the Trail.
Discover Santa Fe’s unique culture as you experience more than 45 specialty-crafted margaritas made famous by some of the best restaurants and bars in The City Different. Download the App and get ＄1 off each margarita and earn prizes as you go along the Trail.
CURRENTS New Media Festival
Various Locations
WHEN: June 7 - 23, 2019
This feast for the eyes has entertained art-lovers off all ages with its interactive video and new media installations, multimedia performances, experimental documentaries, workshops and moreǃ Don’t miss this citywide pageant of cutting-edge curiosities.
This feast for the eyes has entertained art-lovers off all ages with its interactive video and new media installations, multimedia performances, experimental documentaries, workshops and moreǃ Don’t miss this citywide pageant of cutting-edge curiosities.
Music On The Hill
St. John's College
WHEN: June 12th - July 31th, 2019 - Wednesday Evenings 6-8PM
A free, family-friendly, summer concert series presented by St. John’s College. Bring your picnic, meet up with friends, and enjoy live music on the hill. Concerts are on Wednesday evenings in June and July from 6 to 8 p.m. at the St. John’s athletic field. Enjoy a musical lineup featuring blues, soul, folk and jazz.
A free, family-friendly, summer concert series presented by St. John’s College. Bring your picnic, meet up with friends, and enjoy live music on the hill. Concerts are on Wednesday evenings in June and July from 6 to 8 p.m. at the St. John’s athletic field. Enjoy a musical lineup featuring blues, soul, folk and jazz.
ARTfeast Edible Art Tour
Various Locations
WHEN: June 14 - 15, 2019
ARTsmart’s popular Edible Art Tour is a two-night festival of great art and gastronomical delights. Walk and eat your way from gallery to gallery tasting food from Santa Fe’s best restaurants and caterers. This year Friday night will highlight downtown Santa Fe galleries and Saturday night will feature Canyon Road galleries.
ARTsmart’s popular Edible Art Tour is a two-night festival of great art and gastronomical delights. Walk and eat your way from gallery to gallery tasting food from Santa Fe’s best restaurants and caterers. This year Friday night will highlight downtown Santa Fe galleries and Saturday night will feature Canyon Road galleries.
Interplanetary Festival
Santa Fe Railyard
WHEN: June 14 - 16, 2019
The InterPlanetary Festival will draw space enthusiasts from around the world for a two-day celebration of human ingenuity. The festival transforms the Railyard District in downtown Santa Fe with an expo showcasing innovation and technology for space exploration. Concurrent with the expo, participants can enjoy open-air concerts, maker spaces, lectures and panel discussions, a Sci-Fi film showcase, art installations, and cosplay and gaming centered around interplanetary topics and citizen science.
The InterPlanetary Festival will draw space enthusiasts from around the world for a two-day celebration of human ingenuity. The festival transforms the Railyard District in downtown Santa Fe with an expo showcasing innovation and technology for space exploration. Concurrent with the expo, participants can enjoy open-air concerts, maker spaces, lectures and panel discussions, a Sci-Fi film showcase, art installations, and cosplay and gaming centered around interplanetary topics and citizen science.
Herb & Lavender Festival
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
WHEN: June 15 - 16, 2019
Shop the marketplace and pick up treasures from more than 20 vendors selling lavender and herb soaps, lotion, essential oils, food and moreǃ Enjoy lectures and hands-on activities on all things lavender.
Shop the marketplace and pick up treasures from more than 20 vendors selling lavender and herb soaps, lotion, essential oils, food and moreǃ Enjoy lectures and hands-on activities on all things lavender.
Rodeo de Santa Fe
Santa Fe Rodeo Grounds
WHEN: June 19 - 22, 2019
From barrel racing to bareback and bull riding, Rodeo de Santa Fe has it all and has been roping the hearts of cowboys and rodeo fans since 1949. Get ready for the heart-pounding, dirt-slinging, action-packed performances of top PRCA rodeo athletes and top PRCA rodeo entertainment. Big time rodeo, with a small town feeling.
From barrel racing to bareback and bull riding, Rodeo de Santa Fe has it all and has been roping the hearts of cowboys and rodeo fans since 1949. Get ready for the heart-pounding, dirt-slinging, action-packed performances of top PRCA rodeo athletes and top PRCA rodeo entertainment. Big time rodeo, with a small town feeling.
Santa Fe Bandstand
Historic Downtown Plaza
WHEN: June 19 - August 10, 2019
Santa Fe Bandstand is a free, outdoor music festival in the historic downtown Plaza and other locations throughout the city. Over 100 Rock, Country, Native American, Jazz, and Mariachi bands play for free throughout the summer. Come kick up your heels with the locals and experience Santa Fe's music scene. Be sure and check the schedule for each week as performance days vary.
Santa Fe Bandstand is a free, outdoor music festival in the historic downtown Plaza and other locations throughout the city. Over 100 Rock, Country, Native American, Jazz, and Mariachi bands play for free throughout the summer. Come kick up your heels with the locals and experience Santa Fe's music scene. Be sure and check the schedule for each week as performance days vary.
Santa Fe Studio Tour
Artist studios in Santa Fe
WHEN: June 22 - 23 & 29 - 30, 2019
This free event offers the rare opportunity for the public to see the original art of more than 60 Santa Fe artists—right in their own studios. The self-guided tour held over two weekends, features paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics and other unique works. Many artists give demonstrations of their craft, share techniques and discuss what inspired their work.
This free event offers the rare opportunity for the public to see the original art of more than 60 Santa Fe artists—right in their own studios. The self-guided tour held over two weekends, features paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics and other unique works. Many artists give demonstrations of their craft, share techniques and discuss what inspired their work.
Gran Fondo New York - Santa Fe
WHEN: June 23, 2019
The roads of GFNY Santa Fe will take riders through the spectacular and diverse terrain of The City Different. Enjoy a weekend of cycling events, including the 81-mile Long course, with 7,500 feet of climbing and the 55-mile Medium course, with 3,300 feet of climbing. Both routes start in downtown Santa Fe.
The roads of GFNY Santa Fe will take riders through the spectacular and diverse terrain of The City Different. Enjoy a weekend of cycling events, including the 81-mile Long course, with 7,500 feet of climbing and the 55-mile Medium course, with 3,300 feet of climbing. Both routes start in downtown Santa Fe.
Santa Fe Fashion Week
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
WHEN: June 28 - 29, 2019
Santa Fe Fashion Week is a place to celebrate fashion, and a platform for fashion industry professionals to showcase their work. Enjoy shows and model workshops, which highlight Southwest and American West fashion design, as well as the beautiful rainbow of other cultural fashions from all over the worldǃ
Santa Fe Fashion Week is a place to celebrate fashion, and a platform for fashion industry professionals to showcase their work. Enjoy shows and model workshops, which highlight Southwest and American West fashion design, as well as the beautiful rainbow of other cultural fashions from all over the worldǃ
Zia Regional Rodeo
Santa Fe Rodeo Grounds
WHEN: June 28 - 30, 2019
The Zia Regional Rodeo competition is one stop along the way of a season-long series of rodeo competitions across the U.S. and Canada. Produced by the New Mexico Gay Rodeo Association, this rodeo event includes everything from bull riding to chute dogging, with roping, speed and camp events such as barrel racing and goat dressing. The top 20 cowboys and cowgirls in each of the rodeo events qualify for the World Gay Rodeo Finals.
The Zia Regional Rodeo competition is one stop along the way of a season-long series of rodeo competitions across the U.S. and Canada. Produced by the New Mexico Gay Rodeo Association, this rodeo event includes everything from bull riding to chute dogging, with roping, speed and camp events such as barrel racing and goat dressing. The top 20 cowboys and cowgirls in each of the rodeo events qualify for the World Gay Rodeo Finals.
Santa Fe Opera Festival
The Santa Fe Opera
WHEN: June 28 - August 24, 2019
Enjoy stellar performances under a starry Santa Fe sky with beautiful music, compelling drama and stunning sunsets. Since 1957, newcomers and opera lovers alike have enjoyed world-class productions by one of America's premier summer opera festivals.
Santa Fe Opera’s 2019 season offers 36 performances of five different operas: the world premiere of Poul Ruders’ fairytale opera The Thirteenth Child; Leoŝ Janáček’s intense drama Jenůfa; new productions of Mozart’s romantic comedy Così Fan Tutte; Puccini’s beloved classic La Bohème; and the revival of Santa Fe Opera’s popular 2012 production of Bizet’s Les Pêcheurs de Perles (The Pearl Fishers).
Enjoy stellar performances under a starry Santa Fe sky with beautiful music, compelling drama and stunning sunsets. Since 1957, newcomers and opera lovers alike have enjoyed world-class productions by one of America's premier summer opera festivals.
Santa Fe Opera’s 2019 season offers 36 performances of five different operas: the world premiere of Poul Ruders’ fairytale opera The Thirteenth Child; Leoŝ Janáček’s intense drama Jenůfa; new productions of Mozart’s romantic comedy Così Fan Tutte; Puccini’s beloved classic La Bohème; and the revival of Santa Fe Opera’s popular 2012 production of Bizet’s Les Pêcheurs de Perles (The Pearl Fishers).
Santa Fe Wine Festival
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
WHEN: July 6 - 7, 2019
El Rancho de las Golondrinas is the quintessential setting for a wine festival. Celebrate the season with wines from New Mexico wineries, mouthwatering food from local food vendors and plenty of live music. Don’t miss the longest running wine festival in the state.
El Rancho de las Golondrinas is the quintessential setting for a wine festival. Celebrate the season with wines from New Mexico wineries, mouthwatering food from local food vendors and plenty of live music. Don’t miss the longest running wine festival in the state.
New Mexico Jazz Festival
Santa Fe & Albuquerque - Various Locations
WHEN: July 11 - 28, 2019
This two-week festival features local, as well as world-renowned artists and jazz masters while bringing together two major New Mexico cities — Albuquerque and Santa Fe. The New Mexico Jazz Festival is a collaborative project of the Outpost Performance Space and The Lensic Performing Arts Center—both 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations.
This two-week festival features local, as well as world-renowned artists and jazz masters while bringing together two major New Mexico cities — Albuquerque and Santa Fe. The New Mexico Jazz Festival is a collaborative project of the Outpost Performance Space and The Lensic Performing Arts Center—both 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations.
Santa Fe International Folk Art Market
Museum Hill
WHEN: July 12 - 14, 2019
Experience the world’s largest international folk art market. 160 master artists from over 50 countries will bring their work to this vast and colorful international bazaar. Some will arrive as celebrated cultural artists, while others will have never before left their villages, let alone crossed an ocean. Purchase one-of-a-kind, handmade pieces ranging from pottery and rugs to clothing, jewelry and so much more.
Experience the world’s largest international folk art market. 160 master artists from over 50 countries will bring their work to this vast and colorful international bazaar. Some will arrive as celebrated cultural artists, while others will have never before left their villages, let alone crossed an ocean. Purchase one-of-a-kind, handmade pieces ranging from pottery and rugs to clothing, jewelry and so much more.
Santa Fe Art Week
When: July 12 - 21, 2019
Step into Santa Fe's relaxed atmosphere and enjoy stimulating art and culture, fantastic food, and historic architecture during the inaugural Santa Fe Art Week. With over 100 events planned, you will have the opportunity to enjoy artist demonstrations, book signings, children’s events, live music, studio tours, workshops and so much moreǃ
Step into Santa Fe's relaxed atmosphere and enjoy stimulating art and culture, fantastic food, and historic architecture during the inaugural Santa Fe Art Week. With over 100 events planned, you will have the opportunity to enjoy artist demonstrations, book signings, children’s events, live music, studio tours, workshops and so much moreǃ
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet: Beautiful Decay
Lensic Performing Arts Center
WHEN: July 13 & August 31, 2019
This summer the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet premieres its first-ever evening-length ballet: long-time collaborator Nicolo Fonte’s Beautiful Decay. Featuring an original set design by Tony Award-winner Mimi Lien, and the timeless music of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Max Richter’s reinterpretation of the same, this haunting work juxtaposes daring athleticism against the reality of aging.
This summer the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet premieres its first-ever evening-length ballet: long-time collaborator Nicolo Fonte’s Beautiful Decay. Featuring an original set design by Tony Award-winner Mimi Lien, and the timeless music of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Max Richter’s reinterpretation of the same, this haunting work juxtaposes daring athleticism against the reality of aging.
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival
Various Locations
WHEN: July 14 - August 19, 2019
The Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival has become one of the world's preeminent music festivals. This annual event invites scores of distinguished musicians, along with emerging young talent to perform. Patrons return year after year to enjoy more than 40 concerts each season.
The Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival has become one of the world's preeminent music festivals. This annual event invites scores of distinguished musicians, along with emerging young talent to perform. Patrons return year after year to enjoy more than 40 concerts each season.
Canyon Road Art & Wine Stroll
Various Locations on Canyon Road
WHEN: July 17, 2019
In conjunction with Santa Fe Art Week, the Canyon Road Art & Wine Stroll will be held from Delgado Street to Camino del Monte Sol. Come and enjoy a glass of wine as you stroll up and down Canyon Road visiting galleries and artist studios. Participating galleries will be open until 7pm. Wine will be available for adults 21 and older.
In conjunction with Santa Fe Art Week, the Canyon Road Art & Wine Stroll will be held from Delgado Street to Camino del Monte Sol. Come and enjoy a glass of wine as you stroll up and down Canyon Road visiting galleries and artist studios. Participating galleries will be open until 7pm. Wine will be available for adults 21 and older.
HIPICO Santa Fe Summer Series
100 S Polo Drive
WHEN: July 17 - August 11, 2019
Experience A-rated equestrian competition with sunshine and warm hospitality. Enjoy premier hunter jumper competition with a southwestern flairǃ This four-week event includes delicious farm-to-table inspired food and handcrafted beer and wine. You can also shop for jewelry, art and equine merchandise at the HIPICO Market Place.
Experience A-rated equestrian competition with sunshine and warm hospitality. Enjoy premier hunter jumper competition with a southwestern flairǃ This four-week event includes delicious farm-to-table inspired food and handcrafted beer and wine. You can also shop for jewelry, art and equine merchandise at the HIPICO Market Place.
Art Santa Fe
Santa Fe Community Convention Center
WHEN: July 18 - 21, 2019
Explore an amazing array of contemporary and modern art at Art Santa Fe. The show features extraordinary artwork from local, national, and international artists and galleries, as well as specially curated show programming, live entertainment, and other exclusive events.
Explore an amazing array of contemporary and modern art at Art Santa Fe. The show features extraordinary artwork from local, national, and international artists and galleries, as well as specially curated show programming, live entertainment, and other exclusive events.
"¡Viva Mexico!" Celebration
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
WHEN: July 20 - 21, 2019
Celebrate the music, culture, food and art of Mexico at El Rancho de las Golondrinas. Listen to mariachis, shop in the Mercado and eat delicious food prepared by local Mexican chefs. Our shared histories and cross-cultural influences are undeniable at ¡Viva Méxicoǃ.
Celebrate the music, culture, food and art of Mexico at El Rancho de las Golondrinas. Listen to mariachis, shop in the Mercado and eat delicious food prepared by local Mexican chefs. Our shared histories and cross-cultural influences are undeniable at ¡Viva Méxicoǃ.
Santa Fe Desert Chorale 2019 Summer Festival
Various Locations
WHEN: July 20 - August 9, 2019
The Desert Chorale Summer Festival Season is a centerpiece of the cultural life of Santa Fe, and among the nation’s most significant choral events. The ensemble performs at historical sites in Santa Fe such as the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi and Loretto Chapel, as well as other venues throughout the Southwest.
The Desert Chorale Summer Festival Season is a centerpiece of the cultural life of Santa Fe, and among the nation’s most significant choral events. The ensemble performs at historical sites in Santa Fe such as the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi and Loretto Chapel, as well as other venues throughout the Southwest.
Contemporary Hispanic Market
Lincoln Ave
WHEN: July 27 - 28, 2019
This annual market showcases contemporary works made by local Hispanic artists. Shop original artwork in the mediums of painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography, furniture, jewelry, ceramics, weaving and much more.
This annual market showcases contemporary works made by local Hispanic artists. Shop original artwork in the mediums of painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography, furniture, jewelry, ceramics, weaving and much more.
Traditional Spanish Market
Historic Downtown Plaza
WHEN: July 27 - 28, 2019
A popular event for residents and visitors alike, Spanish Market features handmade traditional art from hundreds of local Hispanic artists, as well as on-going live music and dance, art demonstrations, and regional foods throughout each day.
A popular event for residents and visitors alike, Spanish Market features handmade traditional art from hundreds of local Hispanic artists, as well as on-going live music and dance, art demonstrations, and regional foods throughout each day.
Panza Llena, Corazón Contento: New Mexico Food Fest
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
WHEN: August 3 - 4, 2019
Explore the food history of New Mexico at El Rancho de las Golondrinas. Step back in time, as you taste your way through the history of the Land of Enchantment. Experience historic methods of food preparation, learn from food historians, attend demonstrations, sample delicious locally made creations and find something special from our vendors and artisans.
Explore the food history of New Mexico at El Rancho de las Golondrinas. Step back in time, as you taste your way through the history of the Land of Enchantment. Experience historic methods of food preparation, learn from food historians, attend demonstrations, sample delicious locally made creations and find something special from our vendors and artisans.
Objects of Art Santa Fe
El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe
WHEN: August 8 - 11, 2019
Featuring 70 exhibitors, with material ranging from contemporary to historic. The show will include paintings, sculpture, fine art of all kinds, furniture, books, fashion, jewelry, textiles, and tribal, folk, American Indian, African, and Asian art – Objects of Art from around the world.
Featuring 70 exhibitors, with material ranging from contemporary to historic. The show will include paintings, sculpture, fine art of all kinds, furniture, books, fashion, jewelry, textiles, and tribal, folk, American Indian, African, and Asian art – Objects of Art from around the world.
Whitehawk Antique Indian & Ethnographic Art Show
Community Convention Center
WHEN: August 9 - 12, 2019
The Whitehawk Shows have been a Santa Fe tradition for 40 years. With over 100 dealers featuring merchandise not seen anywhere else, these shows offer something for the ultimate collector, as well as the beginner collector.
The Whitehawk Shows have been a Santa Fe tradition for 40 years. With over 100 dealers featuring merchandise not seen anywhere else, these shows offer something for the ultimate collector, as well as the beginner collector.
Antique American Indian Art Show
El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe
WHEN: Opening: August 13; Show: August 14-16, 2019
One of the most anticipated shows of the summer art season. This exhibit and sale of historic Indian art brings together more than 65 experts in American Indian art and thousands of historic art objects from indigenous cultures throughout the U.S. and Canada.
One of the most anticipated shows of the summer art season. This exhibit and sale of historic Indian art brings together more than 65 experts in American Indian art and thousands of historic art objects from indigenous cultures throughout the U.S. and Canada.
We are the SEEDS: An Indigenous Art Celebration
Santa Fe Railyard
WHEN: August 15 - 16, 2019
The 2-day event features juried high quality contemporary and traditional indigenous art and festive celebration that includes music, dance, fashion, and culinary art. The event will host approximately 100 indigenous artists, representing a diversity of cultures and regions.
The 2-day event features juried high quality contemporary and traditional indigenous art and festive celebration that includes music, dance, fashion, and culinary art. The event will host approximately 100 indigenous artists, representing a diversity of cultures and regions.
Santa Fe Indian Market
Historic Downtown Plaza
WHEN: August 17 - 18, 2019
Celebrate Native arts and culture at the largest and most prestigious intertribal fine art market in the world. Meet and shop with over 1,000 of the “best of the best” Native artists and designers. Witness exciting contemporary evolution and growth, as Native fine art is passed on to new generations.
Celebrate Native arts and culture at the largest and most prestigious intertribal fine art market in the world. Meet and shop with over 1,000 of the “best of the best” Native artists and designers. Witness exciting contemporary evolution and growth, as Native fine art is passed on to new generations.
Santa Fe Music Week
Various Locations
WHEN: August 23 - September 2, 2019
Join us for the second annual Santa Fe Music Week, featuring local and national artists in venues across Santa Fe, including: the Santa Fe Opera, The Lensic, the Santa Fe Railyard and more. Don’t miss free performances every afternoon and evening at the Bandstand in the Historic Plaza. From jazz to latin, rock and country, you’ll find music to delight all members of the family.
Join us for the second annual Santa Fe Music Week, featuring local and national artists in venues across Santa Fe, including: the Santa Fe Opera, The Lensic, the Santa Fe Railyard and more. Don’t miss free performances every afternoon and evening at the Bandstand in the Historic Plaza. From jazz to latin, rock and country, you’ll find music to delight all members of the family.
Santa Fe Triathlon
Genoveva Chavez Community Center
WHEN: August 24, 2019
Race the Santa Fe Triathlon, a reverse triathlon featuring a 5k run (3.1 miles), 12 mile bike ride, and 400 meter pool swim in an Olympic size pool. This fun and fast course is a favorite for locals and visitors alike.
Race the Santa Fe Triathlon, a reverse triathlon featuring a 5k run (3.1 miles), 12 mile bike ride, and 400 meter pool swim in an Olympic size pool. This fun and fast course is a favorite for locals and visitors alike.
Burning of Zozobra
Fort Marcy Park
WHEN: August 30, 2019
Kick off your Labor Day weekend with an experience like none otherǃ Amid fireworks and the ceremonial dances of ghosts and fire, Zozobra is set ablaze by torches. As Old Man Gloom burns, it is said that with him go the feelings of gloom and doom from the past year. The sound of the groaning Zozobra can be heard throughout the city and for miles around. Created by local Santa Fe artists over 90 years ago and now sponsored by the Santa Fe Kiwanis Club, this event draws thousands of visitors, rain or shine, and is the official kick-off for the Santa Fe Fiestas.
Kick off your Labor Day weekend with an experience like none otherǃ Amid fireworks and the ceremonial dances of ghosts and fire, Zozobra is set ablaze by torches. As Old Man Gloom burns, it is said that with him go the feelings of gloom and doom from the past year. The sound of the groaning Zozobra can be heard throughout the city and for miles around. Created by local Santa Fe artists over 90 years ago and now sponsored by the Santa Fe Kiwanis Club, this event draws thousands of visitors, rain or shine, and is the official kick-off for the Santa Fe Fiestas.
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet: Beautiful Decay
Lensic Performing Arts Center
WHEN: July 13 & August 31, 2019
This summer the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet premieres its first-ever evening-length ballet: long-time collaborator Nicolo Fonte’s Beautiful Decay. Featuring an original set design by Tony Award-winner Mimi Lien, and the timeless music of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Max Richter’s reinterpretation of the same, this haunting work juxtaposes daring athleticism against the reality of aging.
This summer the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet premieres its first-ever evening-length ballet: long-time collaborator Nicolo Fonte’s Beautiful Decay. Featuring an original set design by Tony Award-winner Mimi Lien, and the timeless music of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Max Richter’s reinterpretation of the same, this haunting work juxtaposes daring athleticism against the reality of aging.
Fiestas de Santa Fe
Various Venues
WHEN: August 31 - September 8, 2019
If there’s one tradition that captures the spirit of Santa Fe, it’s the annual celebration, Fiestas de Santa Fe. This event is the longest continuously running celebration in the U.S.ǃ With a Pet Parade, Mariachi Extravaganza, the Burning of Zozobra, concerts and more, Fiestas de Santa Fe is a feast for all the senses.
If there’s one tradition that captures the spirit of Santa Fe, it’s the annual celebration, Fiestas de Santa Fe. This event is the longest continuously running celebration in the U.S.ǃ With a Pet Parade, Mariachi Extravaganza, the Burning of Zozobra, concerts and more, Fiestas de Santa Fe is a feast for all the senses.
Green Chile Cheeseburger Smackdown
Santa Fe Brewing Company
WHEN: September 7, 2019
It's the battle of the burgers as local chefs go head to head to see who will win this year's best green chile cheeseburger title. Local breweries will be offering tastings to go with your burger taste test.
It's the battle of the burgers as local chefs go head to head to see who will win this year's best green chile cheeseburger title. Local breweries will be offering tastings to go with your burger taste test.
Santa Fe Renaissance Faire
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
WHEN: September 14 & 15, 2019
Revel in medieval times with jugglers, live entertainment and dancers... also vendors, kids' games and delicious food, drinks & meadǃ
Revel in medieval times with jugglers, live entertainment and dancers... also vendors, kids' games and delicious food, drinks & meadǃ
Santa Fe Thunder Half Marathon
Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder
WHEN: September 15, 2019
Dropping a net 1,000 feet into the Rio Grande Valley, the USATF certified point-to-point course is as fast as it is scenicǃ Come share the culture, history, flavor and vistas that make Santa Fe unique.
Dropping a net 1,000 feet into the Rio Grande Valley, the USATF certified point-to-point course is as fast as it is scenicǃ Come share the culture, history, flavor and vistas that make Santa Fe unique.
Pojoaque River Art Tour
Pojoaque River Valley, 16 miles north of Santa Fe
WHEN: September 21 - 22, 2019
Discover the wealth of creative talent of the three cultures of the beautiful Pojoaque River Valley. Visitors will enjoy a wide variety of quality art and craft by Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo artists along the tour route, which can be navigated in a single day.
Discover the wealth of creative talent of the three cultures of the beautiful Pojoaque River Valley. Visitors will enjoy a wide variety of quality art and craft by Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo artists along the tour route, which can be navigated in a single day.
High Road Art Tour
Various galleries along the High Road
WHEN: September 21-22 and September 29-30, 2019
The High Road Art Tour is a destination and an event. Each fall in northern New Mexico artists on the High Road to Taos open their studios and galleries. The High Road Art Tour allows visitors to see multiple arts and crafts, traditional and contemporary, created by local artists. This is a great opportunity to purchase directly from the artists.
The High Road Art Tour is a destination and an event. Each fall in northern New Mexico artists on the High Road to Taos open their studios and galleries. The High Road Art Tour allows visitors to see multiple arts and crafts, traditional and contemporary, created by local artists. This is a great opportunity to purchase directly from the artists.
Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta
Various Locations
WHEN: September 22 - 29, 2019
This annual event highlights the culinary artistry found in Santa Fe’s many excellent restaurants coupled with the sophistication of wines from around the world. Enjoy a week of food and wine events featuring cooking demos, seminars, winery luncheons and dinners. The weekend culminates with the Grand Tasting at the Santa Fe Opera where all 75 participating Santa Fe restaurants and all 100 wineries serve samples of their best offerings.
This annual event highlights the culinary artistry found in Santa Fe’s many excellent restaurants coupled with the sophistication of wines from around the world. Enjoy a week of food and wine events featuring cooking demos, seminars, winery luncheons and dinners. The weekend culminates with the Grand Tasting at the Santa Fe Opera where all 75 participating Santa Fe restaurants and all 100 wineries serve samples of their best offerings.
Pecos Studio Tour
Various Locations - Pecos, New Mexico
WHEN: September 28 - 29, 2019
The Pecos Studio Tour is made up of a loosely knit group of artists living in and around the village of Pecos in northeastern New Mexico. Located 20 minutes from Santa Fe (I-25 North), this small community hosts a blend of unique people. Besides artists in all media, many residents have long historic and cultural ties to the area.
This community of artists may be small, but you'll find a large selection of paintings, pottery, textiles and more during this annual tour of artist studios and galleries.
The Pecos Studio Tour is made up of a loosely knit group of artists living in and around the village of Pecos in northeastern New Mexico. Located 20 minutes from Santa Fe (I-25 North), this small community hosts a blend of unique people. Besides artists in all media, many residents have long historic and cultural ties to the area.
This community of artists may be small, but you'll find a large selection of paintings, pottery, textiles and more during this annual tour of artist studios and galleries.
El Rito Studio Tour
El Rito, about 1 hour and 15 minutes northwest of Santa Fe on NM 544 off US 84
WHEN: October 5 - 6, 2019
The El Rito Studio Tour supports local artists, studios, galleries, our library and many community efforts.
The El Rito Studio Tour supports local artists, studios, galleries, our library and many community efforts.
Harvest Festival
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
WHEN: October 5 - 6, 2019
Taste syrup from a burro driven sorghum mill, help make cider by cranking a traditional apple press, and pick a pumpkin from the scarecrow-guarded patch. Children can stomp grapes by foot, make cornhusk dolls or roll their own delicious tortilla by hand. There is fun for the entire family at this long-running and acclaimed eventǃ
Taste syrup from a burro driven sorghum mill, help make cider by cranking a traditional apple press, and pick a pumpkin from the scarecrow-guarded patch. Children can stomp grapes by foot, make cornhusk dolls or roll their own delicious tortilla by hand. There is fun for the entire family at this long-running and acclaimed eventǃ
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
5000 Balloon Fiesta Parkway, Albuquerque
WHEN: October 5 - 13, 2019
An event like no other. Hundreds of balloons fill the sky at dawn and dusk for nine days, with races, night flights, and more. Be sure to make the short, 60-mile trek north during your visit to stay in Santa Fe, where you will find a tranquil respite from the lively action.
An event like no other. Hundreds of balloons fill the sky at dawn and dusk for nine days, with races, night flights, and more. Be sure to make the short, 60-mile trek north during your visit to stay in Santa Fe, where you will find a tranquil respite from the lively action.
Abiquiú Studio Tour
Various Locations
WHEN: October 12 - 14, 2019
Discover the world of Abiquiú artists as they open their studios during one of the most beautiful times of the year in Northern New Mexico – fall. This self-guided, driving tour that takes visitors and collectors through the village of Abiquiu and the surrounding Chama River Valley—a landscape of imposing mountains, spectacular rock formations, and the glorious rivers of the Piedra Lumbra basin.
Discover the world of Abiquiú artists as they open their studios during one of the most beautiful times of the year in Northern New Mexico – fall. This self-guided, driving tour that takes visitors and collectors through the village of Abiquiu and the surrounding Chama River Valley—a landscape of imposing mountains, spectacular rock formations, and the glorious rivers of the Piedra Lumbra basin.
Santa Fe Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend Celebration
Santa Fe Plaza
WHEN: October 12 - 14, 2019
Join us for a three-day celebration of the citizens and cultures of the 23 Tribes, Nations and Pueblos in New Mexico. Traditional dances, music and performances from members of these groups will be held on the bandstand in the Santa Fe Plaza.
Join us for a three-day celebration of the citizens and cultures of the 23 Tribes, Nations and Pueblos in New Mexico. Traditional dances, music and performances from members of these groups will be held on the bandstand in the Santa Fe Plaza.
The Whiskey Classic
San Cristobal Movie Ranch, US Hwy 285, Stanley, NM 87056
WHEN: October 12, 2019
The whiskey classic is an immersive event experience designed for whiskey, bourbon, and scotch aficionados, industry professionals, as well as those who want to discover the art behind these beverages. The event is housed at one of the most famous western movie sets in the film industry.
The whiskey classic is an immersive event experience designed for whiskey, bourbon, and scotch aficionados, industry professionals, as well as those who want to discover the art behind these beverages. The event is housed at one of the most famous western movie sets in the film industry.
Galisteo Studio Tour
Various Locations
WHEN: October, 2019
Visit this once a year event where over 30 local artists open their private studios to the public. A free event, much of it walkable through our historic adobe village. All disciplines and media.
Visit this once a year event where over 30 local artists open their private studios to the public. A free event, much of it walkable through our historic adobe village. All disciplines and media.
Santa Fe Independent Film Festival
Various Locations
WHEN: October 16 - 20, 2019
The Santa Fe Independent Film Festival presents five days of independent film screenings, community events and educational workshops. The festival features over 100 films in various venues across Santa Fe.
The Santa Fe Independent Film Festival presents five days of independent film screenings, community events and educational workshops. The festival features over 100 films in various venues across Santa Fe.
Review Santa Fe Photo Festival
Various Locations
WHEN: October 17 - 20, 2019
Review Santa Fe offers photographers, photo enthusiasts, collectors, and the public a spectacular, juried showcase of outstanding photographic talent from around the globe. The festival features a number of ways to connect and participate including exhibition openings, workshops, artist talks, and juried portfolio viewings.
Review Santa Fe offers photographers, photo enthusiasts, collectors, and the public a spectacular, juried showcase of outstanding photographic talent from around the globe. The festival features a number of ways to connect and participate including exhibition openings, workshops, artist talks, and juried portfolio viewings.
Canyon Road Paint & Sculpt Out
Various Locations
WHEN: October 18 - 19, 2019
Watch as finished paintings appear from blank canvases. Enjoy sculptors creating their work using clay, wax, or stone. Artists working in every imaginable genre and media will fill the historic Canyon Road Arts District during this annual event.
Watch as finished paintings appear from blank canvases. Enjoy sculptors creating their work using clay, wax, or stone. Artists working in every imaginable genre and media will fill the historic Canyon Road Arts District during this annual event.
Spirits of New Mexico’s Past (Halloween Event)
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
WHEN: October 26, 2019
Meet the ghosts of history who lived and died in the Land of Cnchantmentǃ Step back in time and encounter a diverse assortment of characters from New Mexico’s illustrious and often little known past. Listen to their amazing stories and experience intriguing bygone events. Lit by lantern light and campfires, our wondrous historic site takes on a family-friendly but spooky Halloween atmosphere.
Meet the ghosts of history who lived and died in the Land of Cnchantmentǃ Step back in time and encounter a diverse assortment of characters from New Mexico’s illustrious and often little known past. Listen to their amazing stories and experience intriguing bygone events. Lit by lantern light and campfires, our wondrous historic site takes on a family-friendly but spooky Halloween atmosphere.
Dixon Studio Tour
Various Locations
WHEN: November 2 - 3, 2019
Come to the village of Dixon, wander among the orchards, and visit the open studios and local businesses featuring a full spectrum of contemporary and traditional fine art and crafts.
Come to the village of Dixon, wander among the orchards, and visit the open studios and local businesses featuring a full spectrum of contemporary and traditional fine art and crafts.
Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival
Community Convention Center
WHEN: November 15 - 17, 2019
The Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival is the country's largest and oldest recycled art market. From trash to treasures, this show is all about upcycling to make one-of-a-kind items. In addition to the art market, this event includes a Trash Fashion & Costume Contest.
The Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival is the country's largest and oldest recycled art market. From trash to treasures, this show is all about upcycling to make one-of-a-kind items. In addition to the art market, this event includes a Trash Fashion & Costume Contest.
Holiday Tree Lighting on the Plaza
Historic Downtown Plaza
WHEN: November 29, 2019
The official start of the holiday season in Santa Feǃ Enjoy hot chocolate and caroling as the historic downtown Plaza is officially lit up in seasonal splendor with colorful lights and holiday décor. The magic will continue with a much-anticipated visit from Santa Claus.
The official start of the holiday season in Santa Feǃ Enjoy hot chocolate and caroling as the historic downtown Plaza is officially lit up in seasonal splendor with colorful lights and holiday décor. The magic will continue with a much-anticipated visit from Santa Claus.
Circus Luminous
Lensic Performing Arts Center
WHEN: November 29 - December 1, 2019
A "new circus" extravaganza featuring breath-defying circus acts created and performed by a predominantly local circus, dance and musical cast. Circus Luminous is a Thanksgiving weekend tradition in Santa Fe.
A "new circus" extravaganza featuring breath-defying circus acts created and performed by a predominantly local circus, dance and musical cast. Circus Luminous is a Thanksgiving weekend tradition in Santa Fe.
Ski Santa Fe
Ski Santa Fe
WHEN: November 28, 2019 - April 2020
Ski Santa Fe kicks off their 2019-2020 on November 28, weather permitting. Ski Santa Fe offers the closest skiing and snowboarding to downtown Santa Fe. High altitude and abundance of sunshine promises ample gorgeous days on the mountain. Enjoy a range of terrain from beginner slopes to great tree runs. Get up to date information at the Ski Santa Fe website.
Ski Santa Fe kicks off their 2019-2020 on November 28, weather permitting. Ski Santa Fe offers the closest skiing and snowboarding to downtown Santa Fe. High altitude and abundance of sunshine promises ample gorgeous days on the mountain. Enjoy a range of terrain from beginner slopes to great tree runs. Get up to date information at the Ski Santa Fe website.
Santa Fe Women's Ensemble Winter Concert Series
Loretto Chapel and Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel
WHEN: December 2019
This holiday season, join the Santa Fe Women's Ensemble in the resonant acoustics of Loretto Chapel or Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel for stirring and uplifting performances. Songs of Hope and Light is a collection of stunning music with myriad styles and texts, from ancient to modern, which will help us ponder the importance of hope and light in our lives and in the world.
This holiday season, join the Santa Fe Women's Ensemble in the resonant acoustics of Loretto Chapel or Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel for stirring and uplifting performances. Songs of Hope and Light is a collection of stunning music with myriad styles and texts, from ancient to modern, which will help us ponder the importance of hope and light in our lives and in the world.
Glow at Santa Fe Botanical Garden
Santa Fe Botanical Garden
WHEN: December 2019
Light up your holiday season with GLOW—a winter lights eventǃ This annual event features thousands of twinkle lights and beautiful large-scale light installations all aglow throughout the gardens. Enjoy live music, festive beverages, and meet Santa with the kiddos (12 and under get in free).
Light up your holiday season with GLOW—a winter lights eventǃ This annual event features thousands of twinkle lights and beautiful large-scale light installations all aglow throughout the gardens. Enjoy live music, festive beverages, and meet Santa with the kiddos (12 and under get in free).
Santa Fe Winter Indian Market
La Fonda on the Plaza
WHEN: December 13 - 15, 2019
Do your holiday shopping with Native artists, in a festive environment at a downtown Santa Fe landmark, La Fonda on the Plazaǃ Winter Indian Market features 150 artists selling jewelry, pottery, paintings, weavings and much more; a fabulous silent auction; live music and dance and moreǃ
Do your holiday shopping with Native artists, in a festive environment at a downtown Santa Fe landmark, La Fonda on the Plazaǃ Winter Indian Market features 150 artists selling jewelry, pottery, paintings, weavings and much more; a fabulous silent auction; live music and dance and moreǃ
Santa Fe Pro Musica - A Baroque Christmas
Loretto Chapel
WHEN: December 2019
Santa Fe Pro Musica presents A Baroque Christmas, holiday favorite that is sure to entertain and delight in the subtle tones of Baroque period performance.
Santa Fe Pro Musica presents A Baroque Christmas, holiday favorite that is sure to entertain and delight in the subtle tones of Baroque period performance.
Santa Fe Desert Chorale Winter Festival
Various Locations
WHEN: December 14 - 22, 2019
Celebrate the solstice and enjoy the sounds of the season performed by a 24-voice chorus, at the Santa Fe Desert Chorale’s Annual Winter Festival, Sacred Fire: The Celtic Tradition. The renowned choir presents a series of concerts of traditional music from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and other Celtic lands.
Celebrate the solstice and enjoy the sounds of the season performed by a 24-voice chorus, at the Santa Fe Desert Chorale’s Annual Winter Festival, Sacred Fire: The Celtic Tradition. The renowned choir presents a series of concerts of traditional music from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and other Celtic lands.
Christmas at the Palace
Palace of the Governors
WHEN: December 2019
Santa Fe's beloved Christmas at the Palace brings the community together for and evening of hot cider, cookies, live music, a chance to operate an antique printing press and the visit of Mr. and Mrs. Claus -- all in the legendary magic of the Palace of the Governors.
Santa Fe's beloved Christmas at the Palace brings the community together for and evening of hot cider, cookies, live music, a chance to operate an antique printing press and the visit of Mr. and Mrs. Claus -- all in the legendary magic of the Palace of the Governors.
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet: The Nutcracker
Lensic Performing Arts Center
WHEN: December 2019
Embrace the holiday spirit and enjoy the magic of Aspen Santa Fe Ballet’s The Nutcrackerǃ Children of all ages will marvel at this whimsical interpretation of a seasonal classic. With ballet, flamenco, a Chinese ribbon dance, and even an aerialist, allow the cast of 60 dancers, actors, and circus artists to create lifelong memories for you and your loved ones.
Embrace the holiday spirit and enjoy the magic of Aspen Santa Fe Ballet’s The Nutcrackerǃ Children of all ages will marvel at this whimsical interpretation of a seasonal classic. With ballet, flamenco, a Chinese ribbon dance, and even an aerialist, allow the cast of 60 dancers, actors, and circus artists to create lifelong memories for you and your loved ones.
Las Posadas
Palace of the Governors
WHEN: December 2019
The annual candle-lit procession of Las Posadas travels around the Santa Fe Plaza and concludes in the Palace Courtyard. This version of an old Hispanic tradition recreates Mary and Joseph’s search for a place to give birth to the Baby Jesus—and throws in a few devils for good measure. Stay for carols, cookies and hot cider in the Palace Courtyard. Free.
The annual candle-lit procession of Las Posadas travels around the Santa Fe Plaza and concludes in the Palace Courtyard. This version of an old Hispanic tradition recreates Mary and Joseph’s search for a place to give birth to the Baby Jesus—and throws in a few devils for good measure. Stay for carols, cookies and hot cider in the Palace Courtyard. Free.
Annual Holiday Open House
New Mexico Museum of Art
WHEN: December 22, 2019
The Holiday Open House is a round-robin of puppet plays, art making projects, photos with Santa Claus, and other activities.
The Holiday Open House is a round-robin of puppet plays, art making projects, photos with Santa Claus, and other activities.
Canyon Road Farolito Walk
Canyon Road
WHEN: Starts around dusk December 24, 2019
One of Santa Fe’s most beloved holiday traditions, the Canyon Road Farolito Walk lights up the hearts and souls of thousands who stroll the iconic road on Christmas Eve. A truly magical and breathtaking experience you do not want to miss.
One of Santa Fe’s most beloved holiday traditions, the Canyon Road Farolito Walk lights up the hearts and souls of thousands who stroll the iconic road on Christmas Eve. A truly magical and breathtaking experience you do not want to miss.
Pueblo Christmas Eve Celebrations
Various Locations
WHEN: December 24, 2019
Celebrate Pueblo culture and enjoy an authentic and enriching experience by visiting one of the Eight Northern New Mexico Indian Pueblos during the holidays. Many Pueblos offer dances on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and through the New Year. Schedule will vary. Before visiting, check Pueblo websites or call individual Pueblos for more information.
Celebrate Pueblo culture and enjoy an authentic and enriching experience by visiting one of the Eight Northern New Mexico Indian Pueblos during the holidays. Many Pueblos offer dances on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and through the New Year. Schedule will vary. Before visiting, check Pueblo websites or call individual Pueblos for more information.
A City Different New Year's Eve on the Santa Fe Plaza
Santa Fe Plaza
WHEN: December 31, 2019, 9:00 PM - 12:15 AM
Ring in the New Year on the Santa Fe Plazaǃ The festivities begin at 9:00 p.m. with local bands performing on the Santa Fe Bandstand. Enjoy hot chocolate and biscochitos next to the cozy piñon bonfires. When the countdown ends, a Zia symbol crafted by a traditional Spanish colonial artisan will be raised as the sky overhead lights up with a festive fireworks display.
Ring in the New Year on the Santa Fe Plazaǃ The festivities begin at 9:00 p.m. with local bands performing on the Santa Fe Bandstand. Enjoy hot chocolate and biscochitos next to the cozy piñon bonfires. When the countdown ends, a Zia symbol crafted by a traditional Spanish colonial artisan will be raised as the sky overhead lights up with a festive fireworks display.
Museum Shows
Atomic Histories: Remembering New Mexico's Nuclear Past
New Mexico History Museum
WHEN June 3, 2018 - Feb 28, 2020
This exhibit explores the most famous events, sometimes little known stories, and inventions born here which impact our lives, and helps to recognize the remarkable contributions of thousands of people involved in writing New Mexico’s Atomic Histories for the last 75 years. Two large-scale installations by Meridel Rubenstein are featured in this exhibition.
This exhibit explores the most famous events, sometimes little known stories, and inventions born here which impact our lives, and helps to recognize the remarkable contributions of thousands of people involved in writing New Mexico’s Atomic Histories for the last 75 years. Two large-scale installations by Meridel Rubenstein are featured in this exhibition.
Bel Canto: Contemporary Artists Explore Opera
SITE Santa Fe
March 16 - September 1, 2019
An exhibition that examines themes of race, gender and class within the stories, traditions, architecture, and music of opera. The first large-scale exhibition of its kind, Bel Canto will engage opera aficionados and novices alike, offering unexpected glimpses behind the scenes and deep into the cultures and histories that have influenced this iconic art form over the years.
An exhibition that examines themes of race, gender and class within the stories, traditions, architecture, and music of opera. The first large-scale exhibition of its kind, Bel Canto will engage opera aficionados and novices alike, offering unexpected glimpses behind the scenes and deep into the cultures and histories that have influenced this iconic art form over the years.
Telling New Mexico: Stories from Then and Now
New Mexico History Museum
WHEN: Long Term Exhibit
Telling New Mexico: Stories from Then and Now, the main exhibition of the New Mexico History Museum, sweeps across more than 500 years of stories - from early Native inhabitants to today’s residents - with stories told through artifacts, films, photographs, computer interactives, oral histories and more. Together, they breath life into the people who made the American West: Native Americans, Spanish colonists, Mexican traders, Santa Fe Trail riders, fur trappers, outlaws, railroad men, scientists, hippies and artists.
Telling New Mexico: Stories from Then and Now, the main exhibition of the New Mexico History Museum, sweeps across more than 500 years of stories - from early Native inhabitants to today’s residents - with stories told through artifacts, films, photographs, computer interactives, oral histories and more. Together, they breath life into the people who made the American West: Native Americans, Spanish colonists, Mexican traders, Santa Fe Trail riders, fur trappers, outlaws, railroad men, scientists, hippies and artists.
Crafting Memory: The Art of Community in Peru
Museum of International Folk Art
WHEN: Through July 17, 2019
This exhibition explores the new directions taken by current Peruvian folk artists during the recent decades of social and political upheaval and economic change. The exhibition will highlight the biographies and social histories of contemporary artists along with examples of work that preserve family tradition, reimagine older artforms, reclaim pre-Columbian techniques and styles, and forge new directions for arte popular in the 21st century.
This exhibition explores the new directions taken by current Peruvian folk artists during the recent decades of social and political upheaval and economic change. The exhibition will highlight the biographies and social histories of contemporary artists along with examples of work that preserve family tradition, reimagine older artforms, reclaim pre-Columbian techniques and styles, and forge new directions for arte popular in the 21st century.
Segesser Hide Paintings
New Mexico History Museum
WHEN: Long Term Exhibit
Though the source of the Segesser Hide Paintings is obscure, their significance cannot be clearer: the hides are rare examples of the earliest known depictions of colonial life in the United States. Moreover, the tanned and smoothed hides carry the very faces of men whose descendants live in New Mexico today.
Though the source of the Segesser Hide Paintings is obscure, their significance cannot be clearer: the hides are rare examples of the earliest known depictions of colonial life in the United States. Moreover, the tanned and smoothed hides carry the very faces of men whose descendants live in New Mexico today.
Treasures of Devotion/Tesoros de Devoción
New Mexico History Museum
WHEN: Long Term Exhibit
Treasures of Devotion/Tesoros de Devoción contains bultos, retablos, and crucifijos dating from the late 1700s to 1900 which illustrate the distinctive tradition of santo making in New Mexico introduced by settlers from Mexico.
Treasures of Devotion/Tesoros de Devoción contains bultos, retablos, and crucifijos dating from the late 1700s to 1900 which illustrate the distinctive tradition of santo making in New Mexico introduced by settlers from Mexico.
Multiple Visions - A Common Bond
Museum of International Folk Art
WHEN: Long Term Exhibit
Each tableau has a narrative story showcasing Alexander Girard's imagination and sentiment towards these pieces. It's a glimpse into his world and mind, a place where he shares the inspiration for most of his work; the colors, shapes, and simplicity in form.
Each tableau has a narrative story showcasing Alexander Girard's imagination and sentiment towards these pieces. It's a glimpse into his world and mind, a place where he shares the inspiration for most of his work; the colors, shapes, and simplicity in form.
Santa Fe Found - Fragments of Time
New Mexico History Museum
WHEN: Long Term Exhibit
Santa Fe Found serves as living proof of how the lives of the founders were lived, including who they married, the hardships they faced, the tools they used and the foods they ate. (Hint: Carne Adovada was generations away; turkey, deer and rabbit were often the dish of the day.)
Santa Fe Found serves as living proof of how the lives of the founders were lived, including who they married, the hardships they faced, the tools they used and the foods they ate. (Hint: Carne Adovada was generations away; turkey, deer and rabbit were often the dish of the day.)
Alexander Girard: A Designer’s Universe
Museum of International Folk Art
WHEN: May 5 - October 27, 2019
Alexander Girard was one of the most influential interior and textile designers of the 20th century. Alexander Girard: A Designer’s Universe is the first major retrospective on Girard’s work, organized by the Vitra Design Museum in Germany. It opens a door to his creative universe and shows his close relationships with contemporaries such as Charles & Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Andy Warhol, Rudi Gernreich, and many others. Featured are Girard’s designs in textiles, furniture, and sculptures, as well as numerous sketches, drawings, and collages never shown before.
Alexander Girard was one of the most influential interior and textile designers of the 20th century. Alexander Girard: A Designer’s Universe is the first major retrospective on Girard’s work, organized by the Vitra Design Museum in Germany. It opens a door to his creative universe and shows his close relationships with contemporaries such as Charles & Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Andy Warhol, Rudi Gernreich, and many others. Featured are Girard’s designs in textiles, furniture, and sculptures, as well as numerous sketches, drawings, and collages never shown before.
On Exhibit: Designs That Defined the Museum of New Mexico
New Mexico History Museum
WHEN: October 26, 2018 - July 28, 2019
A fascinating look back at more than a century of changing exhibition design in the historic state museum system. This “exhibit about exhibits” reveals how presentation techniques evolved over the years and helped establish the unique character of the Santa Fe’s museums.
A fascinating look back at more than a century of changing exhibition design in the historic state museum system. This “exhibit about exhibits” reveals how presentation techniques evolved over the years and helped establish the unique character of the Santa Fe’s museums.
The First World War
New Mexico History Museum
WHEN: Long Term Exhibit, opening November 11, 2018
New Mexico achieved statehood just two short years before the Great War broke out in Europe in 1914. Recruitment in the nascent state was aggressive, and New Mexicans stepped up to serve in large numbers. The global conflict ended with the signing of the armistice Nov. 11, 1918.
On the 100th anniversary of the signing of the armistice, Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, this new permanent exhibition opens and features the stories, images and letters from New Mexicans who served.
New Mexico achieved statehood just two short years before the Great War broke out in Europe in 1914. Recruitment in the nascent state was aggressive, and New Mexicans stepped up to serve in large numbers. The global conflict ended with the signing of the armistice Nov. 11, 1918.
On the 100th anniversary of the signing of the armistice, Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018, this new permanent exhibition opens and features the stories, images and letters from New Mexicans who served.
A Gathering of Voices: Folk Art from the Judith Espinar and Tom Dillenberg Collection
Museum of International Folk Art
WHEN: December 16, 2018 - August 25, 2019
A founder of the International Folk Art Market and former owner of the famous Clay Angel shop in Santa Fe, Judith Espinar has collected some of the world’s best folk art. Comprising primarily ceramic traditions from Mexico, Spain, France, Hungary, and Morocco, the collection also includes rich holdings of New Mexico santos, Latin American retablos and metalwork, furniture and textiles from around the world. The exhibition brings together the various voices of international cultures and living traditions, through the vision of one collector.
A founder of the International Folk Art Market and former owner of the famous Clay Angel shop in Santa Fe, Judith Espinar has collected some of the world’s best folk art. Comprising primarily ceramic traditions from Mexico, Spain, France, Hungary, and Morocco, the collection also includes rich holdings of New Mexico santos, Latin American retablos and metalwork, furniture and textiles from around the world. The exhibition brings together the various voices of international cultures and living traditions, through the vision of one collector.
Ongoing
Last Friday Art Walk - Railyard Galleries
Santa Fe Railyard, Paseo de Peralta and Guadalupe Street
WHEN: Last Friday of the Month
Held the last Friday of every month, this exciting world-class contemporary art experience opens up the hip Railyard Arts District at night. RAD (The Railyard Art District), a cooperative of 10 Railyard art galleries, hosts its "Last Friday Art Walk" throughout the Railyard.
Held the last Friday of every month, this exciting world-class contemporary art experience opens up the hip Railyard Arts District at night. RAD (The Railyard Art District), a cooperative of 10 Railyard art galleries, hosts its "Last Friday Art Walk" throughout the Railyard.
1st Friday Canyon Road Art Walk (May through October)
Canyon Road
WHEN: 1st Friday of the Month (seasonal)
Participating Canyon Road galleries remain open until 7pm every first Friday of the month. Enjoy refreshments and entertainment while strolling this historic art district.
Participating Canyon Road galleries remain open until 7pm every first Friday of the month. Enjoy refreshments and entertainment while strolling this historic art district.
Santa Fe Artists Market
Santa Fe Railyard Park
WHEN: Saturdays 8am – 2pm, March through December
The Santa Fe Artists Market hosts a juried outdoor art show every Saturday from 8am – 2 pm in Railyard Park across from the Farmers Market from March thru December. Shop fine art and crafts from local juried artists.
The Santa Fe Artists Market hosts a juried outdoor art show every Saturday from 8am – 2 pm in Railyard Park across from the Farmers Market from March thru December. Shop fine art and crafts from local juried artists.
Railyard Artisans Market
Farmers’ Market Pavilion – 1607 Paseo de Peralta
WHEN: Sundays 10am - 4pm
Enjoy this unique opportunity to shop pottery, painting, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, photography, hand-blown glass, artisanal teas, and more—all from local New Mexico artisans. The market is open Sundays from 10am – 4pm throughout the year in the Farmers' Market Pavilion.
Enjoy this unique opportunity to shop pottery, painting, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, photography, hand-blown glass, artisanal teas, and more—all from local New Mexico artisans. The market is open Sundays from 10am – 4pm throughout the year in the Farmers' Market Pavilion.
Santa Fe Farmers Market
Santa Fe Railyard, 1607 Paseo de Peralta
(505) 983-4098
(505) 983-4098
WHEN: Tuesdays (May-November) & Saturdays: 8AM – 1 PM
The Santa Fe Farmers' Market has grown to become recognized as one of the world's largest farmers markets - certainly the most unique & funǃ
The Santa Fe Farmers' Market has grown to become recognized as one of the world's largest farmers markets - certainly the most unique & funǃ
Pueblo Feast Days and Dances
WHEN: Seasonal throughout the year
Various Pueblos
New Mexico is home to 19 pueblos, including the Eight Northern Indian Pueblos located north of Santa Fe. One of the top reasons many people visit Santa Fe is to respectfully attend a Native American celebration and learn more about this important part of our culture. View the schedule of Pueblo Feast Days and Tribal Celebrations. Please be sure to contact the respective Tribe, Nation or Pueblo directly to inquire about times and dates, as schedules may vary.
Various Pueblos
New Mexico is home to 19 pueblos, including the Eight Northern Indian Pueblos located north of Santa Fe. One of the top reasons many people visit Santa Fe is to respectfully attend a Native American celebration and learn more about this important part of our culture. View the schedule of Pueblo Feast Days and Tribal Celebrations. Please be sure to contact the respective Tribe, Nation or Pueblo directly to inquire about times and dates, as schedules may vary.
