Discover the top events to attend near Inn of the Turquoise Bear in Santa Fe, New Mexico! With the region’s rich history and wonderful activities, there is much to do and see during your stay at our historic adobe estate.
Events Calendar
January 2025
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1 - 31
Ski Santa Fe
A 660 acre downhill ski and snowboard area located 16 miles from the city of Santa Fe, NM. 77 trails, 20% beginner, 40% intermediate, 40% advanced. With breath taking views, there is something for everyone at Ski Santa Fe.
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Sun
19
Santa Fe Pro Musica Presents: BROOKLYN RIDER
Brooklyn Rider performs PURCELL Fantasia Upon One Note, PHILIP GLASS String Quartet No. 4, “Buczak”, BETSY JOLAS Quartet No. 3, ARVO PÄRT Solfeggio and BRAHMS Quartet in C Minor, Op. 51, No. 1 St. Francis Auditorium
Thur
19
Santa Fe Symphony: The Silver Screen
Blockbuster program featuring the music of John Williams, the legendary film composer who’s written the music for all your favorite blockbuster films such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, Schlindler’s List, Indiana Jones, ET, Jaws, Close Encounters, Jurassic Park, and Home Alone. Conducting this red-carpet extravaganza is Maestro Richard Kaufman, the leading interpreter of Williams’ film work, GRAMMY® Award-winning musician, and one of Hollywood’s most sought-after conductors, appearing regularly on pops programs across the world. Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Sat & Sun
25 & 26
Santa Fe Pro Musica Presents: WINTER ORCHESTRA CONCERT—MOZART’S BIRTHDAY & CHINESE NEW YEAR
Celebrate Mozart’s birthday and the Chinese New year. Santa Fe Pro Musica Orchestra with Colin Jacobsen, violin and leader and guest Wu Man, pipa. Performance includes: MOZART Divertimento in F Major, K. 138, LOU HARRISON Concerto for Pipa and Strings. MOZART Symphony No. 29 in A Major, K. 201, and WU MAN Blue and Green (arr. Colin Jacobsen). St. Francis Auditorium.
February 2025
DAY(S)
DATE(S)
EVENT
All
1-29
Ski Santa Fe
A 660 acre downhill ski and snowboard area located 16 miles from the city of Santa Fe, NM. 77 trails, 20% beginner, 40% intermediate, 40% advanced. With breath taking views, there is something for everyone at Ski Santa Fe.
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Sun
16
Santa Fe Pro Musica Presents - Brentano Quartet
Brentano Quartet. Performance includes: HAYDN Quartet in D Major, Op. 33, No. 6, “Russian”, BRITTEN Quartet No. 2 in C Major, Op. 36, and BRAHMS Quartet No. 3 in B-Flat Major, Op. 67. St. Francis Auditorium.
Sun
23
Santa Fe Symphony: Music of Latin America
Celebrate the musical culture of Latin America with this brilliant program presenting the talents of JP Jofre, one of the world’s leading performers of the bandoneón—the Latin American version of the accordion. Experience works by Ariel Ramírez, Miguel del Águila, and Robert Sierra, but for many listeners, the highlight of the afternoon will be Jofre’s performance of Astor Piazzolla’s Concerto for Bandoneón, Aconcagua. The program also includes soloists from The Santa Fe Symphony and Symphony Chorus, as well as music performed by local guitarists and percussionists. The Lensic Performing Arts Center
All
TBA
Santa Fe Restaurant Week - A Leap Year Extravaganza!
Celebrating their 15th year, take an edible tour of Santa Fe during Restaurant Week. These 11 days only, our award-winning restaurants offer multi course gourmet meals for as little as $20 per person. Yum! Many venues.
March 2025
DAY(S)
DATE(S)
EVENT
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1-31
Ski Santa Fe
A 660 acre downhill ski and snowboard area located 16 miles from the city of Santa Fe, NM. 77 trails, 20% beginner, 40% intermediate, 40% advanced. With breath taking views, there is something for everyone at Ski Santa Fe.
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
All
TBA
Santa Fe RestaurantWeek
Celebrating their 14th year, take an edible tour of Santa Fe during Restaurant Week. These 11 days only, our award-winning restaurants offer multi course gourmet meals for as little as $25 per person. Yum! Many venues.
Sun
2
Santa Fe Pro Musica: ISIDORE QUARTET
The Isidor Quartet perform MOZART Quartet in C Major, K. 465, GABRIELLA SMITH Carrot Revolution, and MENDELSSOHN Quartet No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 44, No. 3. St. Francis Auditorium.
Sun
9
The Santa Fe Symphony: Gaelic
Critics are raving about the “impeccable technique” and “extraordinary musicianship” of Sirena Huang, Gold Medalist of the prestigious 11th Quadrennial International Violin Competition of Indianapolis. The Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra performing Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto in D Major and Amy Beach’s Symphony in E Minor “Gaelic” and Sibelius’ Finlandia featuring a side-by-side performance with the Santa Fe Symphony Youth Orchestra.. The Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Sat & Sun
15 & 16
Santa Fe Pro Musica: SPRING ORCHESTRA CONCERT—THE LARK ASCENDING
Santa Fe Pro Musica Orchestra with Colin Jacobsen, violin and leader, Kojiro Umezaki, shakuhachi, and David Felberg, conductor. Performance includes: MENDELSSOHN Songs Without Words (arr. Colin Jacobsen), KOJIRO UMEZAKI Selections from (Cycles), COLIN JACOBSEN Mirror for a Prince, DVOŘÁK Songs My Mother Taught Me (arr. Colin Jacobsen), RAVEN CHACON Voiceless Mass (Pulitzer Prize), VAUGHAN WILLIAMS The Lark Ascending, and COLIN JACOBSEN Ascending Bird. St. Francis Auditorium.
April 2025
DAY(S)
DATE(S)
EVENT
All
1 - 9
Ski Santa Fe
A 660 acre downhill ski and snowboard area located 16 miles from the city of Santa Fe, NM. 77 trails, 20% beginner, 40% intermediate, 40% advanced. With breath taking views, there is something for everyone at Ski Santa Fe.
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Sat & Sun
12 & 13
Santa Fe Pro Musica: Baroque Holy Week
The Pro Musica Baroque Ensemble with Stephen Redfield, Violin and Leader along with inn owner David Solem, Clara Rottsolk, soprano, Meg Bragle, alto and Kim Pineda, baroque flute present TELEMANN Sonata in D Major, Op. 2, No. 3, VIVALDI Flute Concerto, “La Notte”, HEINRICH BIBER Rosary Sonata XV, “The Coronation of the Virgin Mary”, and PERGOLESI Stabat Mater. First Presbyterian Church of Santa Fe.
Fri - Sun
18 -20
Santuario de Chimayo Pilgrimage
One of the most important pilgrimage sites in North America. Every year during Holy Week, as many as 30,000 pilgrims embark on a journey walking to the Santuario de Chimayo.
Wed
23
Santa Fe Symphony: Eroica
The Santa Fe Symphony Concertmaster, David Felberg, performs Jennifer Higdon’s 2010 Pulitzer Prize-winning Concerto for Violin & Orchestra in its Santa Fe debut. This program opens with Starburst for String Orchestra by Jessie Montgomery, concluding with Beethoven’s anthem to freedom and liberty—Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major “Eroica,” and its retracted dedication to Napoleon, once the French had occupied the composer’s native Vienna. Lensic Center of Performing Arts.
Sun
27
Santa Fe Pro Musica: BROOKLYN RIDER WITH SOPRANO ARIADNE GREIF
BROOKLYN RIDER WITH SOPRANO ARIADNE GREIF perform BROOKLYN RIDER ALMANAC Selections from Book II, ARNOLD SCHOENBERG Quartet No. 2 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 10, and COLIN JACOBSEN Chalk and Soot. Lensic Center of Performing Arts.
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Contemporary Clay Fair
More than 30 artists sell their fine pottery and unique clay art. You’ll see an impressive array of both functional and whimsical pottery as well as other clay pieces at this free event. Santa Fe Women’s Club.
May 2025
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DATE(S)
EVENT
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Sun
4
Santa Fe Pro Musica: Season Finale Orchestra Concert
Santa Fe Pro Musica Orchestra with Colin Jacobsen, violin and leader and Thomas O’Connor, conductor laureate perform: COLIN JACOBSEN Bethesda Bliss, GABRIELA ORTIZ La Calaca, COLIN JACOBSEN New Work for Violin and Orchestra, and COPLAND Appalachian Spring. Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Sat
TBA
Canyon Road Spring Art Festival
Experience the world of art on Canyon Road during a day filled with music, food and fine art. The day begins with the Artist Quick Draw and continues with silent auctions, artistic demonstrations and entertainment. Dozens of artists working in every imaginable media will provide an unprecedented view of their creative processes. Canyon Road.
Sun
18
Santa Fe Symphony: Faust
Hector Berlioz’ La Damnation de Faust, inspired by his reading of the first translation of Göethe’s Faust into French. Featuring familiar faces from the opera world, this exciting performance presents an all-star cast of guest soloists—mezzo-soprano Maire Therese Carmack, tenor Joseph Dennis, and bass-baritones Brandon Cedel and Christopher Humbert, Jr, plus the The Santa Fe Symphony Chorus led by Choral Director Carmen Flórez-Mansi. Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Fri - Sun
TBA
Santa Fe Century Ride
A hundred miles of history pass under your wheels as you bicycle down the ancient Turquoise Trail through the old mining towns of Madrid and Golden, villages and mountain passes and 100 miles after you start, wheel back into Old Santa Fe.
Sat & Sun
TBA
El Rito Art Tour
The 36th El Rito Studio Tour is a golden opportunity to visit local artists, many in their workshops or studios, and get a close up view into what they do. Some artists on the tour use traditional techniques – like backstrap loom weaving, painting with local pigments, tin stamping, and woodcarving. Other artists are abstract painters, ceramicists, landscape oil painters, photographers or mixed media artists. 50 miles north of Santa Fe.
Fri - Sun
TBA
Native Treasures Indian Arts Festival
JJoin us for the 20th annual Native Treasures Art Market taking place Memorial Day weekend at the Santa Fe Community Convention Center. The annual event features over 150 Native artists selected by the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture.
Santa Fe Convention Center.
Fri - Mon
TBA
Northern NM Fine Arts & Crafts Guild
Local artisans come to Cathedral Park over Memorial Day weekend to sell their handcrafted works in this juried fine arts and crafts show. Cathedral Park.
June 2024
DAY(S)
DATE(S)
EVENT
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Sat & Sun
1 & 2
Spring & Fiber Fest
Learn about the people, goods and livestock that came and went on the arteries of the Southwest. Also, experience traditional ranch activities like sheep shearing, wool dyeing, spinning and weaving. Plus a fiber arts marketplace, bread baking and crafts for children. El Rancho De Las Golondrinas – The Southwest’s Premier Living History Museum.
Saturday
8
Santa Fe Pride: The PRIDE Train - Wheels on Fire HONEY!
Join Santa Fe Pride for our annual PRIDE Train on Saturday June 8 leaving from the Rail Yard. Space is limited. We are chartering the entire train and bringing along a DJ and of course there will be plenty of fun! Railyard.
Sat
15
The Lensic Presents - Rhapsody in Blue: 100 Years of George Gershwin
On the 100th anniversary of George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, the pulsing rhythm and bustling spirit of 1920s New York come to life at the Lensic’s annual gala! The gala is the largest fundraiser the Lensic’s robust education programs, that reach over 13,000 students annually. Don’t miss a sensational evening on the Lensic stage. Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Saturday
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Santa Fe Pride: LGBTQ History Walking Tour with Garret Peck
Join our walking tour guide and historian extraordinaire Garret Peck as he takes you on a tour of ‘LGBTQIA+ history in Santa Fe. Your tour will conclude with refreshments at our Inn, the beautiful and LGBTQIA+ historic Inn of the Turquoise Bear. Starts at the Plaza Bandshell and concludes at our Inn.
Thur
13
Santa Fe Pride: Pride After 5
Food & Music at Cowgirls BBQ.
Friday
14
Santa Fe Pride: The Queer Prom, Planet Taz
Join Human Rights Alliance for Queer Prom. Meow Wolf.
Wed- Sat
19 - 22
72st Annual Rodeo de Santa Fe
This year will be the 75h Annual Rodeo de Santa Fe. With broncos, horse barrel races, a carnival and an array of food all contribute to this annual rodeo, which practically requires cowboy boots and a Stetson hat. This is a great family event, with a Mutton Busting Contest for the kiddies. Rodeo Grounds.
Sat
22
The Lensic Presents - Joe Jackson Solo and the Music of Max Champion
Joe Jackson is launching a new tour with the same band as his last, the successful Four Decade Tour of 2019, and his last album Fool. The show will feature both the full band and a ‘mini-set’ of Joe solo. Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Sat
22
Santa Fe Pride: Disco Inferno - Trash Disco
Disco, Dancing, and Food. Boxcar
Sunday
23
Santa Fe Pride: Pride Week Kickoff T-Dance
Dance, Dance, Dance. The Mystic, Santa Fe.
Thursday
27
Santa Fe Pride : Drag Bingo
Drag, Bingo, Drinks & Music. Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery.
Fri & Sat
28 & 29
Santa Fe Opera
The 2024 Festival Season includes La Traviata, Don Giovanni, The Righteous (World Premiere), Der Rosenkavalier, and The Elixer of Love. Runs June 28 – August 24th. Come early and enjoy the tailgate party! Santa Fe Opera.
Sat
29
Santa Fe PRIDE Drive Parade & Pride on the Plaza
Parade Around Santa Fe’s Historic Plaza.
July 2024
DAY(S)
DATE(S)
EVENT
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Daily
TBA
Santa Fe Bandstand
The 2024 season of the Santa Fe Summer Scene season runs from June 1 through August 31, 2024. More local, regional and national bands than ever. 100 total shows.
Daily 3 - 31
Santa Fe Opera Festival Season
The 2024 Festival Season includes La Traviata, Don Giovanni, The Righteous (World Premiere), Der Rosenkavalier, and The Elixer of Love. Runs June 28 – August 24th. Come early and enjoy the tailgate party! Santa Fe Opera.
Thur
4
Fourth of July on the Plaza
The day’s festivities include a cool car show, art and craft vendors and plenty of live entertainment. The event brings out the locals, who get to visit with family and friends and celebrate the holiday, which culminates with an evening fireworks show at the Santa Fe Place Mall.
Sat
6
Market Music: Harpsichord Obbligato
Harpsichord Obbligato:
Harpsichord chamber music of J.S. Bach and others
David Solem, harpsichord. Railyard – The Gallery at New Mexico School for the Arts
Sat & Sun
6 & 7
The 30th Annual Santa Fe Wine Festival
Sample fine wines from New Mexico wineries, delectable edibles from local vendors and lively music by local balladeers on the main stage. El Rancho De Las Golondrinas – The Southwest’s Premier Living History Museum.
Thur - Sun
11 - 14
Santa Fe International Folk Art Market
Traditionally, the largest of its kind in the world, this annual market typically showcases the work of more than 100 artisans from 40 countries. This year with timed entry and small crowds. Santa Fe Railyard Park.
Sat & Sun
13 & 14
Northern NM Fine Arts & Crafts Guild: Northern NM Fine Arts & Crafts Guild
Local artisans come to Cathedral Park over Memorial Day weekend to sell their handcrafted works in this juried fine arts and crafts show. Cathedral Park.
Daily
14 -31
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival: The Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival has become one of the world’s preeminent music festivals. Their 2024 season is guided by a visionary spirit and dedicated to artistic excellence and innovation. Various locations.
Sun
14
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - Songs of the Americas
A sonic treasure trove spanning centuries and continents. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Fri
19
Performance Santa Fe - Kenny Barron and Regina Carter
Revered innovators of two generations of jazz music join forces for a very special performance: pianist Kenny Barron and violinist Regina Carter. Both Barron and Carter have the distinguished honor of being named NEA Jazz Masters, Barron in 2010 and Carter in 2023. They appear in celebration of Barron’s 80th birthday. Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Sat
20
Market Music: Il Barocco Italiano
Il Barocco Italiano: Music of Corelli, Vivaldi and their contemporaries
Artists include: Lorenzo Colitto and Lisa Ferguson, violins; Sally Guenther, cello; Kathleen McIntosh, harpsichord. Railyard – The Gallery at New Mexico School for the Arts
Sat & Sun
20 & 21
Fiesta de los Niños
Enjoy talented dance groups, magic shows & circus acts, learn about the animals of Las Golondrinas & a few of their friends; make & take crafts like masks, medallions & walking sticks, try your hand at weaving, make your own tortilla, play historic games & much more!. El Rancho De Las Golondrinas.
Sun
21
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - Out of This World
Explore this cosmic array of transcendent contemporary choral music. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Thur
25
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - The Great Romantics
Rich German masterpieces that will tug at your heartstrings. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Fri
26
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - Out of This World
Explore this cosmic array of transcendent contemporary choral music. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Sat
27
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - Songs of the Americas
A sonic treasure trove spanning centuries and continents. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Sat & Sun
27 & 28
Traditional Spanish Market
A popular event for residents and visitors alike, The 70th Annual 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. Santa Fe Plaza.
Sat & Sun
27 & 28
Contemporary Hispanic Market Arts & Crafts
Contemporary arts & crafts made by Hispanic artists living in New Mexico. Lincoln Avenue, just North of Santa Fe Plaza.
August 2024
DAY(S)
DATE(S)
EVENT
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Daily
1 - 24
Santa Fe Opera Festival Season
The 2024 Festival Season includes La Traviata, Don Giovanni, The Righteous (World Premiere), Der Rosenkavalier, and The Elixer of Love. Runs June 28 – August 24th. Come early and enjoy the tailgate party! Santa Fe Opera.
Daily
TBA
Santa Fe Bandstand
The 2024 season of Santa Fe Bandstand and Santa Fe Summer Scene season runs from June 1 through August 31, 2024. 100 total shows.
Daily
1 - 19
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival: The Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival has become one of the world’s preeminent music festivals. Their 2024 season is guided by a visionary spirit and dedicated to artistic excellence and innovation. Various locations. Various locations.
Thur
1
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - Songs of the Americas
A sonic treasure trove spanning centuries and continents. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Fri
2
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - The Great Romantics
Rich German masterpieces that will tug at your heartstrings. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Sat
3
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - Out of This World
Explore this cosmic array of transcendent contemporary choral music. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Sat
3
Market Music: Gold Medal French Baroque
Gold Medal French Baroque: Music of Couperin, Rameau, and others
Artists include: Matthew Dirst, harpsichord; Mary Springfels, viola da gamba Railyard – The Gallery at New Mexico School for the Arts
Wed
7
The Lensic Presents: Postmodern Jukebox
TScott Bradleey’s Postmodern Jukebox comes to Santa Fe this summer for an unforgettable night of classic genres performed with a modern twist by exceptional singers and musicians. Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Thur
8
The Lensic Presents: Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers
Bruce Hornsby has built one of the most diverse, collaborative, and adventurous careers in contemporary music. Drawing from a vast wellspring of American musical traditions, the singer/pianist/composer/bandleader has created a large and accomplished body of work and employed an array of stylistic approaches.
Sat & Sun
10 & 11
6th Annual New Mexico Beer & Food Fest
Explore the food & beer 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 workshops, sample delicious locally made creations and find something special from our vendors and artisans. El Rancho De Las Golondrinas.
Sat-Sun
17 & 18
Santa Fe Indian Market
This spectacular festival is celebrating its 102nd year. Santa Fe Indian Market attracts international visitors from all walks of life. For many visitors, this is a rare opportunity to meet the artists and learn about contemporary Indian arts and cultures. Santa Fe Plaza.
Sat
17
Market Music: Hochschule für Violine
Hochschule für Violine: German Baroque works featuring the Violin
Music by J.S. Bach, Handel, and Telemann
Artists include: Carla Moore and David Felberg, violins. Railyard – The Gallery at New Mexico School for the Arts
Sun
11 & 18
Opera Apprentice Showcase
Santa Fe Opera Apprentice singers present fully staged opera scenes at the Santa Fe Opera. Showcasing opera stars of tomorrow. Not to be missed!
Fri
30
The Centenial Burning of Zozobra
The 100th torching of 50-foot-tall Old Man Gloom, a puppet stuffed with thousands of scraps of paper bearing the citizenry’s sad thoughts, is a highlight of Fiesta time. Fort Marcy Park
Sat
31
Market Music: Baroque Bassoon
Baroque Bassoon: Music by Fasch, Telemann, Vivaldi, and Zelenka with Bassoon at its core. Artists include: Anna Marsh, bassoon; Katie Rietman, cello. Railyard – The Gallery at New Mexico School for the Arts
September 2024
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DATE(S)
EVENT
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Fri - Sun
6 - 8
Fiestas De Santa Fe
Over 300 years old, Santa Fe’s biggest celebration is a ten-day series of bailles, processions, parades, and musical performances, various venues.
Fri - Sun
6 - 8
Santa Fe Fiestas Fine Art & Crafts Market
A juried show of arts-crafts. Santa Fe Plaza.
Sat
7
Desfile de Los Niños (Pet Parade)
The Pet Parade has been an annual tradition since the early 1920’s. This event is free to children and citizens. About 2,000 children in costumes participate in the parade, with thousands of supporters and tourists looking on Santa Fe Plaza
Sun
8
Desfile de la Gente – Historical Parade
The Desfile de la Fiesta is a popular event that features local marching bands, mariachi, sports teams, queens, floats, and politicians of every color… all of whom make their way to the Plaza. Also called the Historical / Hysterical Parade, anything and everything goes at this lively event.
Sat
14
Market Music: Embrace Your Inner Voices
Embrace Your Inner Voices: Music with layered richness in inner harmonies by Bach, Biber, and more. Featuring: Elizabeth Blumenstock and Aaron Westman, violins; Anna Washburn and Lisa Grodin, violas; Mary Springfels, viola da gamba; Katie Rietman, cello; Deborah Dunham, violone. Railyard – The Gallery at New Mexico School for the Arts
Sat - Sun
14 & 15
16th Annual Santa Fe Renaissance Fair
Clan tynker and medieval combat, jugglers, live entertainment and dancers…also vendos, kids’ games and delicious food, drinks, beer & mead. El Rancho De Las Golondrinas.
Sat - Sun
14 & 15
Pojoaque River Art Tour
Join the 26th Annual Pojoaque River Art Tour and 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. We are expanding to collaborate with the Santa Fe Thunder Half Marathon and their featured Pueblo artists and international indigenous artisans at the Poeh Center the same days! Watch to see how it develops!
Sat - Sun
21 & 22
High Road Studio Tour
Enjoy the crisp air, the colors of fall and the beauty of artworks at over 70 High Road Artisan galleries and studios along the High Road to Taos.
Sat - Sun
21 & 22
Santa Fe Studio Tour
The Santa Fe Studio Tour 2024 is a free, self-guided tour open to the public that winds throughout Santa Fe featuring 37 studios and the work of 76 Santa Fe artists. Many artists give demonstrations of their craft and share techniques and philosophies with visitors.
Sat & Sun
21 & 22
Eldorado Art Studio Tour
Visit more than 80 artist studios in this tour near Santa Fe. Browse an impressive array of work to see and buy, including painting, ceramic, drawing, glass, jewelry, oil, photography, printmaking, sculpture, wood, and digital, fiber, wearable and recycled art. Eldorado of Santa Fe.
Sat - Sun
21 & 22
Northern NM Fine Arts & Crafts Guild
Local artisans come to Cathedral Park to sell their handcrafted works in this juried fine arts and crafts show. Cathedral Park.
Sat - Sun
28 & 29
Santa Fe Studio Tour
The Santa Fe Studio Tour 2024 is a free, self-guided tour open to the public that winds throughout Santa Fe featuring 37 studios and the work of 76 Santa Fe artists. Many artists give demonstrations of their craft and share techniques and philosophies with visitors.
Sun
29
Santa Fe Pro Musica - Season Opening Orchestra Concert —I Hear America Singing
The season opening orchestra performance by Santa Fe Musica including VIVALDI La Follia, MAGOS HERRERA Songs, JACOBSEN Selections from Walt Whitman, and GABRIELA LENA FRANK Coqueteos.. Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Sat - Sun
28 & 29
High Road Studio Tour
Enjoy the crisp air, the colors of fall and the beauty of artworks at over 70 High Road Artisan galleries and studios along the High Road to Taos.
Wed - Sun
25 - 29
Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta
This year the Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta Grand Tasting returns to downtown Santa Fe with not one, but two Grand Tastings on the grassy lawn of Magers Field in Santa Fe. The Wine Event with all the Great Santa Fe Restaurants features tastes from 80 of Santa Fe’s finest restaurants and sips from 100 world-class wineries. The most fun you can have with a wine glass.
Sat & Sun
28 & 29
Northern NM Fine Arts & Crafts Guild
Local artisans come to Cathedral Park to sell their handcrafted works in this juried fine arts and crafts show. Cathedral Park.
October 2024
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DATE(S)
EVENT
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Sat - Sun
5 - 13
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
Each fall, pilots, crews and spectators from all over the world come to the Albuquerque balloon festival, known as the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta®, the world’s largest hot air ballooning event.
Sat - Sun
5 & 6
Mountain and Valley Wool Festival
Celebrating their 41st year, the Mountain & Valley Wool Festival has moved to Santa Fe. So many fun opportunities await! Workshops, demonstrations, sheep shearing, fiber animals, silent auction, spinning contests, fiber arts competitions and more! Be sure to look for Dobbsy the Corgi, a regular Inn guests who attends! Santa Fe County Fairgrounds
Sat & Sun
5 & 6
The 52nd Annual Harvest Festival
Each year, El Rancho de las Golondrinas, the living history museum devoted to Spanish Colonial life, hosts the Harvest Festival, which provides visitors with the opportunity to help bring in the harvest. Taste syrup from a burro driven sorghum mill, help make cider by cranking a traditional apple press, and pick a pumpkin from a scarecrow-guarded patch. Children can stomp grapes by foot, make harvest wreaths or roll their own delicious tortilla by hand. There’s a lot to do at this long-running and acclaimed event! El Rancho De Las Golondrinas.
Sat - Mon
12 - 14
Santa Fe Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend Celebration
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.
Sat
13
Santa Fe Pro Musica Presents: CATALYST QUARTET
D’RIVERA Three Pieces, PIAZZOLLA Suite del Ángel, GERSHWIN Lullaby, RAVEL Quartet in F Major. St. Francis Auditorium
Sat - Mon
12 & 13
Abiquiu Studio Tour
More than 70 artists welcome visitors to their studios in this annual tour. You’ll see paintings, weavings, furniture, traditional Spanish Colonial art and much more as you explore the gorgeous place where Georgia O’Keeffe once lived and worked.
Sat & Sun
12 - 13
Galisteo Studio Tour
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. Galisteo.
Wed - Sun
16 - 20
17th Annual Santa Fe Independent Film Festival
The festival brings cutting-edge programming, the latest independent films and directors, Native cinema, New Mexico films, student films, and masters discussions with top directors, writers, and artists, all in the setting of downtown Santa Fe. Various Venues
Sat
26
The 6th Annual Santa Fe Spirits of New Mexico
Meet the ghosts of history who lived and died in the land of enchantment! 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. El Rancho De Las Golondrinas.
November 2024
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DATE(S)
EVENT
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Sat & Sun
2 & 3
Dixon Studio Tour
Visit 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.
Sat & Sun
9 & 10
Santa Fe Pro Musica Presents: THE ART OF THE CONCERTO GROSSO
Violinist and composer Colin Jacobsen, Pro Musica’s Artistic Director, leads the orchestra with guest Kinan Azmeh, Syrian clarinetist and composer. Program includes: VIVALDI Concerto Grosso, RV 580, KINAN AZMEH Concertino Grosso, SCARLATTI Concerto Grosso No. 1, BLOCH Concerto Grosso No. 1, and KINAN AZMEH Wedding Music. First Presbyterian Church of Santa Fe
Fri - Sun
8 - 10
Recycle Santa Fe Art Festival
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. Convention Center
Sat & Sun
16 & 17
The Santa Fe Symphony Presents: Handel's Messiah
Don’t miss The Symphony’s annual performance at The Lensic—a Santa Fe tradition and a musical rite of the holiday season—conducted by Maestro Thomas Heuser and featuring the full Symphony Orchestra and Chorus with choral direction by Carmen Flórez-Mansi. Cathedral Basilica.
Thu
28
Ski Santa Fe Opens
A 660 acre downhill ski and snowboard area located 16 miles from the city of Santa Fe, NM. 77 trails, 20% beginner, 40% intermediate, 40% advanced. With breath taking views, there is something for everyone at Ski Santa Fe.
Fi
29
Christmas Tree Lighting on the Plaza
Enjoy hot chocolate and caroling as the historic downtown plaza is lit up in Christmas splendor with lights and holiday decor.
December 2024
DAY(S)
DATE(S)
EVENT
All
1 - 31
Ski Santa Fe
A 660 acre downhill ski and snowboard area located 16 miles from the city of Santa Fe, NM. 77 trails, 20% beginner, 40% intermediate, 40% advanced. With breath taking views, there is something for everyone at Ski Santa Fe.
Sat
All
Santa Fe Farmer's Market
Voted one of the “Top Ten Farmers’ Markets” by Sunset Magazine, the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country. Serving more than 150 farmers and producers in Northern New Mexico. Railyard
Sat & Sun
TBA
SWAIA Winter Indian Market
Over 200 artists will show at the La Fonda. Music, performing arts, and Native Dance groups will be featured, as well as a Festival of Trees that will be available for purchase through silent auction through the weekend. Santa Fe Convention Center
Sat
TBA
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - Candlelight Carols
Now in its 41st year, 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 Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Sun
TBA
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - Candlelight Carols
Now in its 41st year, 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 Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Fri
TBA
Santa Fe Desert Chorale - Candlelight Carols
Now in its 41st year, 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 Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
Sat
TBA
Museums Holiday Open House
Please join the New Mexico History Museum and the Museum of Art, as together, they celebrate the holiday season with a combined open house event. Along with music, crafts and holiday cheer, they encourage you to weave through the history of New Mexico and enjoy fabulous art in our gallery exhibitions. A free, family event. Mexico History Museum and the NM Museum of Art.
Sat
TBA
Young Native Artists Winter Show
Begin collecting art, jewelry, pottery and more from the next generation of Native American artists and craftspeople at the annual Young Native Artists Winter Show. Children and grandchildren of artists associated with the Palace of the Governors’ Portal Program will demonstrate and sell their own arts and crafts. New Mexico History Museum. Free.
Sun
8
Las Posadas
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. Santa Fe Plaza. Free.
Sun
TBA
Santa Fe Women's Ensemble Presents: Winter Lights Concert
A Santa Fe holiday tradition. This years’ concert includes Huron Carol, the Spanish carol Riu, Riu, Cho, I Will Light Candles and the Work of Christmas, December Lights, and from another era, Gloria in altissimis Deo, by Chiara Margarita Cozzolani, a Milanese nun (1602–c. 1677), tells the story of the birth of Jesus using the voices of the shepherds and angels. Not forgetting the candles of Chanukah, Eight Days of Lights is a stunning reminder of the joy of the month. First Presbyterian Church.
Sun
8
Santa Fe Symphony Presents: Sounds of the Season
Join The Symphony for Sounds of the Season! The whole family is invited for an afternoon of holiday pops and winter favorites. Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Tues
TBA
Santa Fe Women's Ensemble Presents: Winter Lights Concert
A Santa Fe holiday tradition. This years’ concert includes Huron Carol, the Spanish carol Riu, Riu, Cho, I Will Light Candles and the Work of Christmas, December Lights, and from another era, Gloria in altissimis Deo, by Chiara Margarita Cozzolani, a Milanese nun (1602–c. 1677), tells the story of the birth of Jesus using the voices of the shepherds and angels. Not forgetting the candles of Chanukah, Eight Days of Lights is a stunning reminder of the joy of the month. First Presbyterian Church.
Sat
TBA
Aspen / Santa Fe Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker
Usher in the holiday season with the magic of Aspen Santa Fe Ballet’s The Nutcracker. Join Clara on a festive carousel trip around the world and celebrate the holidays with ballet, flamenco, Chinese ribbon dance, circus artists, and more. Lensic Performing Arts Center
Sat & Sun
TBA
Santa Fe Women's Ensemble Presents: Winter Lights Concert
A Santa Fe holiday tradition. This years’ concert includes Huron Carol, the Spanish carol Riu, Riu, Cho, I Will Light Candles and the Work of Christmas, December Lights, and from another era, Gloria in altissimis Deo, by Chiara Margarita Cozzolani, a Milanese nun (1602–c. 1677), tells the story of the birth of Jesus using the voices of the shepherds and angels. Not forgetting the candles of Chanukah, Eight Days of Lights is a stunning reminder of the joy of the month. First Presbyterian Church.
Thur & Fri
19 & 20
Santa Fe Pro Musica Presents: BACH FESTIVAL—BACH’S CELLO SUITES ON VIOLIN
Santa Fe Pro Musica presents their annual Holiday Bach Festival at St. Francis Auditorium in the New Mexico Museum of Art. Johnny Gandelsman, violin performs BACH Cello Suites Nos. 1, 2, and 3 on Thursday and 4, 5, and 6 on Friday. St. Francis Auditorium.
Sat, Sun & Mon
21, 22 & 23
Santa Fe Pro Musica Presents: A Baroque Christmas
Santa Fe Pro Musica presents their annual Holiday Bach Festival at St. Francis Auditorium in the New Mexico Museum of Art. Stephen Redfield leads the Santa Fe Pro Musica Bach Ensemble which includes Inn owner, David Solem in “A Baroque Christmas”. Peformance includes: TELEMANN Trumpet Sonata in D Major, BACH Concerto for Two Violins, BWV 1043, BACH Cantata 51, and HANDEL Adagio-Siciliana—Eternal Source of Light Divine—Let the Bright Seraphim. St. Francis Auditorium.
Tue
24
The Santa Fe Symphony Presents: Time For Three
Time for Three and the Santa Fe Symphony. Standing at the intersection of Americana, modern pop, and classical music, Time for Three (Tf3) and The Santa Fe Symphony will perform incredible arrangements of works by Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, and Led Zeppelin … in addition to special arrangements of holiday favorites such as The Christmas Song, Edelweiss, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Hanukkah MashUP, and so many more. Lensic Performing Arts Center.
Tue
24
Christmas Eve Farolito Walk
One of Santa Fe’s most beloved holiday traditions, the Farolito Walk, lights up the hearts & souls of visitors to Canyon Road each holiday season.
Sat & Sun
28 & 29
Santa Fe Pro Musica Presents: Bach & Beyond
Santa Fe Pro Musica presents their annual Holiday Bach Festival at St. Francis Auditorium in the New Mexico Museum of Art. Colin Jacobsen leads the Santa Fe Pro Musica Bach Ensemble which includes Inn owner David Solem in “Bach and Beyond”. Saturday performance includes: BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 1, KURTÁG Hommage á Bach, BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 6, SCHNITTKE Prelude in Memoriam Dmitri Shostakovich and BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 4. Sunday performance includes: BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 5, BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, GABRIELLA SMITH Brandenburg Interstices, and BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 3. St. Francis Auditorium.
Sun
TBA
Joe Illick & the NYE Orchestra
The Lensic’s New Year’s Eve tradition continues as Joe Illick, music director and principal conductor of the Fort Worth Opera, leads an all-star orchestra to ring in the new year. Lensic Performing Arts Center
Tue
31
City Different's New Year's Eve on the Plaza
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. Plaza
All
TBA
GLOW
Artful illumination of nature at Santa Fe Botanical Gardens. One of the most unique lighting shows in Santa Fe! GLOW features thousands of lights all aglow throughout the Botanical Garden, including their newest garden section, Ojos y Manos.
