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To search for specific dates or events, view our Calendar of Events of all types. View our Must See Events for a curated list of iconic Santa Fe events.
View the Museum of New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs calendar for details on museum openings, exhibits and events in Santa Fe and around the state.
Please be advised all events, performances, venues, dates and times are subject to change. Persons wishing to verify the details of an event should contact the organizer.
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Santa Fe Pro Musica - Journeys
Lensic Performing Arts Center
WHEN: January 25 - 26, 2020
Take a “Journey” with the Pro Musica Orchestra and acclaimed pianist Jeremy Denk in works by Mendelssohn and Schumann. The concert opens with a work by Pulitzer Prize-winner Melinda Wagner and rounds out with Haydn’s last symphony, the grand Symphony 104, “London.”
Take a “Journey” with the Pro Musica Orchestra and acclaimed pianist Jeremy Denk in works by Mendelssohn and Schumann. The concert opens with a work by Pulitzer Prize-winner Melinda Wagner and rounds out with Haydn’s last symphony, the grand Symphony 104, “London.”
Music On The Hill
St. John's College
WHEN: June - July, 2020 - Wednesday Evenings 6-8PM
The 2020 Summer Concert Series has been cancelled.
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.
The 2020 Summer Concert Series has been cancelled.
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.
Santa Fe Bandstand
Historic Downtown Plaza
The 2020 Santa Fe Bandstand season has been cancelled.
WHEN: June 30 - August 8, 2020
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.
WHEN: June 30 - August 8, 2020
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.
Interplanetary Festival
Santa Fe Railyard
WHEN: July 2 - August 22, 2020
This event has been cancelled.
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.
This event has been cancelled.
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.
Santa Fe Opera
The Santa Fe Opera
WHEN: July 3 - August 29, 2020
The 2020 Season has been cancelled.
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.
The 2020 Season has been cancelled.
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.
New Mexico Jazz Festival
Santa Fe & Albuquerque - Various Locations
This event has been cancelled
WHEN: July 7 - 27, 2020
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.
WHEN: July 7 - 27, 2020
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 Art Week
When: July 10 - 19, 2020
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
HIPICO Santa Fe Summer Series
100 S Polo Drive
This event has been cancelled.
WHEN: July 15 - August 16, 2020
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.
WHEN: July 15 - August 16, 2020
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.
Canyon Road Art Stroll
Various Locations on Canyon Road
WHEN: July 16, 2020
In conjunction with Santa Fe Art Week, come join us from 4 – 7 pm and stroll the galleries of Canyon Road from Paseo De Peralta to Camino Del Monte Sol. A return to Summer Art Crawl Daysǃ
In conjunction with Santa Fe Art Week, come join us from 4 – 7 pm and stroll the galleries of Canyon Road from Paseo De Peralta to Camino Del Monte Sol. A return to Summer Art Crawl Daysǃ
Art Santa Fe
Santa Fe Community Convention Center
WHEN: July 16 - 19, 2020
Art Santa Fe has been cancelled. We look forward to seeing you next year, July 6-18, 2021.
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.
Art Santa Fe has been cancelled. We look forward to seeing you next year, July 6-18, 2021.
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 18 - 19, 2020
This event has been cancelled.
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.
This event has been cancelled.
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 Chamber Music Festival
Various Locations
WHEN: July 19 - August 24, 2020
The 2020 Festival has been cancelled.
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 2020 Festival has been cancelled.
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.
Rodeo de Santa Fe
Santa Fe Rodeo Grounds
The 2020 Rodeo de Santa Fe has been cancelled.
WHEN: July 24 - 27, 2020
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.
WHEN: July 24 - 27, 2020
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.
Contemporary Hispanic Market
Lincoln Ave
WHEN: July 25 - 26, 2020
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
The 2020 Traditional Spanish Market has been cancelled. We look forward to seeing you next year, July 24-25, 2021
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 1 - 2, 2020
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.
Santa Fe Indian Market
Historic Downtown Plaza
The 2020 Indian Market in Santa Fe has been cancelled, so we’re going digitalǃ
WHEN: August, 2020
Virtual Indian Market (VIM) will launch on August 1st and feature an entire month of programming, with e-commerce sites for hundreds of Native American Artists. Celebrate Native arts and culture at the largest and most prestigious intertribal fine art market in the world.
WHEN: August, 2020
Virtual Indian Market (VIM) will launch on August 1st and feature an entire month of programming, with e-commerce sites for hundreds of Native American Artists. Celebrate Native arts and culture at the largest and most prestigious intertribal fine art market in the world.
Fall Activities at Ski Santa Fe
Ski Santa Fe
WHEN: October, 2020
During weekends & holidays in September and Balloon Fiesta week, Ski Santa Fe will run their Super Chief Quad chair for scenic rides through the aspens. Fuel up at The Coffee Bar and La Casa Café and play the 18 Hole Disc Golf Course starting Labor Day weekend. On select days enjoy live music, a beer garden, and activities for the whole family. Visit skisantafe.com to view the daily schedule of activities.
During weekends & holidays in September and Balloon Fiesta week, Ski Santa Fe will run their Super Chief Quad chair for scenic rides through the aspens. Fuel up at The Coffee Bar and La Casa Café and play the 18 Hole Disc Golf Course starting Labor Day weekend. On select days enjoy live music, a beer garden, and activities for the whole family. Visit skisantafe.com to view the daily schedule of activities.
Objects of Art Santa Fe
El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe
Objects of Art 2020 has been cancelled.
WHEN: August 6 - 9, 2020
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.
WHEN: August 6 - 9, 2020
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
The 2020 show has been cancelled. We look forward to seeing you next year, August 13-16, 2021ǃ
WHEN: August 7 - 10, 2020
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.
WHEN: August 7 - 10, 2020
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 Antique American Indian Art Show
El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe
Antique American Indian Art Show 2020 has been cancelled.
WHEN: Opening August 11 | Show August 12 - 14, 2020*
Keeping the Tradition Aliveǃ
When the world comes to Santa Fe for the best in American Indian art – Its heritage will be found at The Antique American Indian Art Show, at El Museo in The Santa Fe Railyard. Opening is Tues. night 6pm-9pm, Show is Wed.-Fri. 11am-5pm.
WHEN: Opening August 11 | Show August 12 - 14, 2020*
Keeping the Tradition Aliveǃ
When the world comes to Santa Fe for the best in American Indian art – Its heritage will be found at The Antique American Indian Art Show, at El Museo in The Santa Fe Railyard. Opening is Tues. night 6pm-9pm, Show is Wed.-Fri. 11am-5pm.
We are the SEEDS: An Indigenous Art Celebration
Santa Fe Railyard
WHEN: August 13 - 14, 2020
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.
CURRENTS New Media Festival and New Media Week
Various Locations
WHEN: August 21-30, 2020
The 2020 CURRENTS New Medial Festival is going virtualǃ
#CURRENTS2020 will be a totally virtual experience– artist interviews, performances, and art works/virtual environments will be available in a new CURRENTS virtual reality platform (available for view in VR as well as desktop). Online events associated with #CURRENTS2020 will begin to be posted at the end of July. We are excited to face this challenge, and present to you the first ever VIRTUAL Currents New Media Festival.
The 2020 CURRENTS New Medial Festival is going virtualǃ
#CURRENTS2020 will be a totally virtual experience– artist interviews, performances, and art works/virtual environments will be available in a new CURRENTS virtual reality platform (available for view in VR as well as desktop). Online events associated with #CURRENTS2020 will begin to be posted at the end of July. We are excited to face this challenge, and present to you the first ever VIRTUAL Currents New Media Festival.
Santa Fe Music Week
Various Locations
WHEN: August 28 - September 7, 2020
Join us for the third 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 third 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.
September Studio Tours
Various Locations
Enjoy visiting the working studios of Northern New Mexico's best painters, jewelers, potters, sculptors, and artists during the colorful fall weather. These art filled weekends include:
Pojaque River Art Tour
WHEN: September, 2020
The Pojoaque River Art Tour a uniquely Northern New Mexico tri-cultural art experience, includes 12 stops and twenty-four artists and artisans.
High Road to Taos Art Tour
WHEN: September 19 - 20 & 26 - 27, 2020
See wonderful art from pottery to paintings, jewelry to glass, photography, digital art, to stain glass, fabric art, sculpture to woodworking and also get to see the studios where the artists spend their creative time and grab a drink and snack at each location.
Pecos Studio Tour
WHEN: September, 2020
Open to collectors, buyers, artists, galleries, and the public, the Pecos Studio Tour offers a unique opportunity to visit with artists in their studios to see new and transitional works.
Pojaque River Art Tour
WHEN: September, 2020
The Pojoaque River Art Tour a uniquely Northern New Mexico tri-cultural art experience, includes 12 stops and twenty-four artists and artisans.
High Road to Taos Art Tour
WHEN: September 19 - 20 & 26 - 27, 2020
See wonderful art from pottery to paintings, jewelry to glass, photography, digital art, to stain glass, fabric art, sculpture to woodworking and also get to see the studios where the artists spend their creative time and grab a drink and snack at each location.
Pecos Studio Tour
WHEN: September, 2020
Open to collectors, buyers, artists, galleries, and the public, the Pecos Studio Tour offers a unique opportunity to visit with artists in their studios to see new and transitional works.
Pecos Studio Tour
Various Locations - Pecos, New Mexico
WHEN: September, 2020
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.
Pojoaque River Art Tour
Pojoaque River Valley, 16 miles north of Santa Fe
WHEN: September, 2020
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.
Burning of Zozobra
Televised and Online
WHEN: September 4, 2020
The 2020 Burning of Zozobra is a no-crowd event and will be televised for free at 8 PM MDT in New Mexico on KOAT Channel 7 live from Fort Marcy Park in Santa Fe, New Mexico, America's oldest capital city. 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.
The 2020 Burning of Zozobra is a no-crowd event and will be televised for free at 8 PM MDT in New Mexico on KOAT Channel 7 live from Fort Marcy Park in Santa Fe, New Mexico, America's oldest capital city. 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.
Green Chile Cheeseburger Smackdown
Santa Fe Brewing Company
WHEN: September 5, 2020
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.
Fiesta de Santa Fe
Various Venues
All public events in celebration of Santa Fe Fiestas have been cancelled.
WHEN: September 5 - 13, 2020
If there’s one tradition that captures the spirit of Santa Fe, it’s the annual celebration, Fiesta 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, Fiesta de Santa Fe is a feast for all the senses.
WHEN: September 5 - 13, 2020
If there’s one tradition that captures the spirit of Santa Fe, it’s the annual celebration, Fiesta 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, Fiesta de Santa Fe is a feast for all the senses.
CloudTop Comedy Festival
Various Locations
The 2020 Festival has been cancelled.
WHEN: September 10 - 12, 2020
Join us for Santa Fe’s first-ever CloudTop Comedy Festival. The festival features over 40 comedians and includes headliners Maria Bamford, Fortune Feimster, and The Second City. Numerous regional and local comedians will also perform, including Santa Fe favorite Carlos Medina.
VIP, Weekend, and Evening Passes are available, in addition to single tickets. Don’t miss this weekend full of stand-up and improv comedy, workshops, and family-friendly activitiesǃ
WHEN: September 10 - 12, 2020
Join us for Santa Fe’s first-ever CloudTop Comedy Festival. The festival features over 40 comedians and includes headliners Maria Bamford, Fortune Feimster, and The Second City. Numerous regional and local comedians will also perform, including Santa Fe favorite Carlos Medina.
VIP, Weekend, and Evening Passes are available, in addition to single tickets. Don’t miss this weekend full of stand-up and improv comedy, workshops, and family-friendly activitiesǃ
Big Mountain Enduro
Various Locations
The 2020 Big Mountain Enduro stop has been cancelled.
WHEN: September 12 - 13, 2020
The Big Mountain Enduro season opener kicks off in Santa Fe with a one-day backcountry race entailing upwards of 8’000 feet of long rocky descents. Expect the raw terrain this event is known for, including new trail additions and non-shuttle pedal transfers the entire day. Expect fun and entertainment all weekend long for the entire family to enjoy, along with the great trails and good vibes that BME events have become known for.
WHEN: September 12 - 13, 2020
The Big Mountain Enduro season opener kicks off in Santa Fe with a one-day backcountry race entailing upwards of 8’000 feet of long rocky descents. Expect the raw terrain this event is known for, including new trail additions and non-shuttle pedal transfers the entire day. Expect fun and entertainment all weekend long for the entire family to enjoy, along with the great trails and good vibes that BME events have become known for.
Gran Fondo New York - Santa Fe
Various Locations
This event has been cancelled. We look forward to seeing you next year, September 19, 2021ǃ
WHEN: September 19, 2020
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.
WHEN: September 19, 2020
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.
Polo Lifestyles Santa Fe International Polo Open
Santa Fe
WHEN: September 19, 2020
An action-packed, lifestyles event celebrating the Sport of Kings. From Fashion on the Field to luxurious VIP ticket options, the traditional half-time divot stomp to delicious food and drink, your day at polo’s crown jewel will be the match up of local, regional and international players and teams.
An action-packed, lifestyles event celebrating the Sport of Kings. From Fashion on the Field to luxurious VIP ticket options, the traditional half-time divot stomp to delicious food and drink, your day at polo’s crown jewel will be the match up of local, regional and international players and teams.
Santa Fe Renaissance Fair
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
WHEN: September 19 - 20, 2020
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
High Road Art Tour
Various galleries along the High Road
WHEN: September 19 - 20 and September 26 - 27, 2020
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 23 - 27, 2020
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.
October Studio Tours
Various Locations
El Rito Tour
WHEN: October, 2020
The El Rito Studio Tour is held annually supports local artists, studios, galleries, our library and many community efforts.
Abiquiu Studio Tour
WHEN: October 10 - 12, 2020
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.
Galisteo Tour
WHEN: October 10 - 11, 2020
Diverse artists, drawn here by the natural beauty of a high desert landscape, breathtaking sunsets and enchanted light, open their studios to experience photography, paintings, pottery, ceramic art, jewelry, bronze sculpture, custom knives and hand crafted traditional arts.
WHEN: October, 2020
The El Rito Studio Tour is held annually supports local artists, studios, galleries, our library and many community efforts.
Abiquiu Studio Tour
WHEN: October 10 - 12, 2020
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.
Galisteo Tour
WHEN: October 10 - 11, 2020
Diverse artists, drawn here by the natural beauty of a high desert landscape, breathtaking sunsets and enchanted light, open their studios to experience photography, paintings, pottery, ceramic art, jewelry, bronze sculpture, custom knives and hand crafted traditional arts.
El Rito Studio Tour
El Rito, about 1 hour and 15 minutes northwest of Santa Fe on NM 544 off US 84
WHEN: October, 2020
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 3 - 4, 2020
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
The 2020 Balloon Fiesta has been cancelled. We look forward to seeing you next year, October 2-10, 2021ǃ
WHEN: October 3 - 11, 2020
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.
A daily shuttle service will be available from three downtown Santa Fe hotel locations. Click here for the schedule and to learn more.
WHEN: October 3 - 11, 2020
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.
A daily shuttle service will be available from three downtown Santa Fe hotel locations. Click here for the schedule and to learn more.
Taco Wars
Drury Plaza Hotel
WHEN: October 4, 2020
Join us on National Taco Dayǃ Taco Wars is the place to taste creative street tacos from 20+ exciting venues plus sample cocktails by some of the best tequila and mezcal companies in the world.
Join us on National Taco Dayǃ Taco Wars is the place to taste creative street tacos from 20+ exciting venues plus sample cocktails by some of the best tequila and mezcal companies in the world.
Santa Fe Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend Celebration
Santa Fe Plaza
WHEN: October 10 - 12, 2020
Join in for a celebration of culture and communityǃ In 2016, the Governing Body of the City of Santa Fe passed an historic Resolution to establish the second Monday of October annually as Indigenous Peoples Day. Santa Fe is proud to embrace the profound contributions that its first peoples brought and continue to bring to the City. On this day, we reserve the day to remember, honor and uphold our valued Native American neighbors from the 23 Tribes, Nations and Pueblos in New Mexico.
Join in for a celebration of culture and communityǃ In 2016, the Governing Body of the City of Santa Fe passed an historic Resolution to establish the second Monday of October annually as Indigenous Peoples Day. Santa Fe is proud to embrace the profound contributions that its first peoples brought and continue to bring to the City. On this day, we reserve the day to remember, honor and uphold our valued Native American neighbors from the 23 Tribes, Nations and Pueblos in New Mexico.
Abiquiú Studio Tour
Various Locations
WHEN: October 10 - 12, 2020
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 Independent Film Festival
Various Locations
WHEN: October 14 - 18, 2020
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 15 - 18, 2020
Review Santa Fe Photo Festival is the premier juried portfolio review event in the world. The festival will feature a number of ways to connect and participate including workshops, artist talks, and a special event honoring a photo luminary. The reviewers and the Review Santa Fe 100 Photographers travel from around the world to participate in this prestigious juried portfolio review, exhibition openings, and receptions.
Review Santa Fe Photo Festival is the premier juried portfolio review event in the world. The festival will feature a number of ways to connect and participate including workshops, artist talks, and a special event honoring a photo luminary. The reviewers and the Review Santa Fe 100 Photographers travel from around the world to participate in this prestigious juried portfolio review, exhibition openings, and receptions.
Canyon Road Paint & Sculpt Out
Various Locations
WHEN: October 16 - 17, 2020
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
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
WHEN: October 24, 2020
Meet the ghosts of history who lived and died in the land of enchantmentǃ 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 enchantmentǃ 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.
Museum Shows
San Ildefonso Pottery: 1600 -1930
Museum of Indian Arts & Culture
When: August 11, 2019 – August 31, 2020
San Ildefonso pottery is about a little known art, an American art form that deserves recognition and appreciation alongside the other great world art systems. Before there was Santa Fe and before the idea of “art colony” was born there was San Ildefonso, a small village of extraordinarily visionary artists whose ceramic legacy is rich and vitally meaningful.
San Ildefonso pottery is about a little known art, an American art form that deserves recognition and appreciation alongside the other great world art systems. Before there was Santa Fe and before the idea of “art colony” was born there was San Ildefonso, a small village of extraordinarily visionary artists whose ceramic legacy is rich and vitally meaningful.
Laughter and Resilience: Humor in Native American Art
Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian
When: November 10, 2019 – October 4, 2020
Among many Native American tribes, humor has and continues to play a vital role. Clowns, Koshares, and Heyoka not only provide comedic performances during ceremonials; these contrarians serve an important cultural function by pointing out behavior that falls outside of community standards. Native American artists featured in this exhibition use humor, parody, and satire to not only make the viewer laugh, but also combat stereotypes, comment on tribal politics, and critique the National scene.
Among many Native American tribes, humor has and continues to play a vital role. Clowns, Koshares, and Heyoka not only provide comedic performances during ceremonials; these contrarians serve an important cultural function by pointing out behavior that falls outside of community standards. Native American artists featured in this exhibition use humor, parody, and satire to not only make the viewer laugh, but also combat stereotypes, comment on tribal politics, and critique the National scene.
Yokai: Ghosts and Demons of Japan
Museum of International Folk Art
When: December 9, 2019 – January 10, 2021
Yokai are supernatural beings (like ghosts, demons, ogres, shapeshifters and monsters) and strange, unexplainable phenomena. These ghost and demon images have surfaced throughout Japanese history, and have even influenced modern entertainment and popular culture. The Museum of International Folk Art will be one of the first museums to present a large-scale yokai-centered exhibition in the United States.
Yokai are supernatural beings (like ghosts, demons, ogres, shapeshifters and monsters) and strange, unexplainable phenomena. These ghost and demon images have surfaced throughout Japanese history, and have even influenced modern entertainment and popular culture. The Museum of International Folk Art will be one of the first museums to present a large-scale yokai-centered exhibition in the United States.
Word Play
New Mexico Museum of Art
When: February 8 – September 13, 2020
An exhibition of more than forty works of art in a variety of mediums features images by artists who incorporate letters, words, and phrases into their visual creations.
An exhibition of more than forty works of art in a variety of mediums features images by artists who incorporate letters, words, and phrases into their visual creations.
Working on the Railroad
New Mexico History Museum
When: October 18, 2019 – October 18, 2021
A tribute to the people who moved the rail industry throughout New Mexico. Using nearly forty images from the Palace of the Governors Photo Archives and the Library of Congress, this exhibition offers an in-depth look at the men and women who did everything from laying track to dispatching the engines.
A tribute to the people who moved the rail industry throughout New Mexico. Using nearly forty images from the Palace of the Governors Photo Archives and the Library of Congress, this exhibition offers an in-depth look at the men and women who did everything from laying track to dispatching the engines.
Trade & Trails
Museum of Spanish Colonial Arts
When: Long Term Exhibit
Trade Items from all parts of the Spanish world found their way to the far northern frontier of New Spain, now New Mexico. These items were essential to the development of the arts in New Mexico, whether as material for the artists to work with or as inspiration for their creativity. This exhibition discusses and illustrates some of the numerous objects that traveled these trails to the far northern frontier, as well as objects that were traded from the Native communities around the Spanish settlements.
Trade Items from all parts of the Spanish world found their way to the far northern frontier of New Spain, now New Mexico. These items were essential to the development of the arts in New Mexico, whether as material for the artists to work with or as inspiration for their creativity. This exhibition discusses and illustrates some of the numerous objects that traveled these trails to the far northern frontier, as well as objects that were traded from the Native communities around the Spanish settlements.
Displaced: Contemporary Artists Confront the Refugee Crisis
SITE Santa Fe
When: March 21– September 6, 2020
An exhibition focusing on human migrations and displacements of the past, present, and future.
An exhibition focusing on human migrations and displacements of the past, present, and future.
O’Keeffe Collections
Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
When: Long Term Exhibit
The galleries of the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum honor the artist’s achievements and her continuing legacy. Her story is presented in nine galleries tracing a journey that spans the twentieth century and the rise of American Modernism. O’Keeffe’s paintings, drawings, pastels, and watercolors from each decade of her life are always on view.
The galleries of the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum honor the artist’s achievements and her continuing legacy. Her story is presented in nine galleries tracing a journey that spans the twentieth century and the rise of American Modernism. O’Keeffe’s paintings, drawings, pastels, and watercolors from each decade of her life are always on view.
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.
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.)
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.
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.
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.
