Unique, hands‑on experiences — not just dinner.
SWAIA Native Fashion Week returns to the Eldorado Hotel & Spa in Santa Fe on May 8–9, 2026, featuring a mix of public markets and ticketed gala events. Organized by the nonprofit Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA), this two-day showcase highlights contemporary Indigenous designers
Film Prize Junior New Mexico will premiere 206 student-produced short films from 100 schools statewide during its largest festival yet, held March 20–21, 2026 at the Albuquerque Convention Center. The event marks the program’s fifth year, highlighting the growth of one of the nation’s leading studen
The Center for Contemporary Arts Santa Fe (CCA) is a community-supported arts center that presents many artistic experiences, including contemporary chamber music, theater, visual art, and independent film. With a year-round schedule of activities and numerous weekly events, CCA provides a welcoming
A Stage Full of Talent, Pirates, and Pointe Shoes Dance Arts Los Alamos (DALA) will present a three-day spring performance weekend, April 24–26, 2026, featuring advanced student talent, original choreography, and a full-scale ballet production to the stage alongside its annual fundraising gala. The
Every summer, the Rodeo de Santa Fe delivers professional rodeo action with a community atmosphere that celebrates New Mexico’s Western heritage. Known for its “big time rodeo, small town feeling,” the event features top rodeo competitors, family entertainment, and classic rodeo traditions that attr
El Sailón is a monthly salon-style gathering focused on AI, hosted by Curt Doty through RealmIQ, designed to connect local professionals and creative minds with leading voices in AI. El Sailón resumes with hands-on training workshops in 2026 at various locations in Santa Fe in Albuquerque. Check the
Lensic 360 and the City of Santa Fe and Tourism Santa Fe are back again bringing you over 50 free movies and concerts at Santa Fe Summer Scene 2026 from June 4 to September 3. This annual celebration transforms the city into an outdoor entertainment destination. About Santa Fe Summer Scene Santa Fe
Rock’s Iconic Rivalry on Stage in Santa Fe The Beatles vs Stones, a musical showdown tribute concert, returns to Santa Fe on Thursday, May 14, 2026, bringing a night of British Invasion hits to St. Francis Auditorium in support of the St. Vincent Hospital Foundation. The 7 p.m. performance pairs liv
Catch free live music by local and touring artists this fall at The Mystic Santa Fe, the reimagined Route 66 motel that blends a lively, local creative atmosphere with flexible private event spaces. Email The Mystic to inquire about hosting your event. Locals say, “The Mystic is a stylish, magical
Building Community Through Story Armed with little more than enthusiasm and an idea, the founders of the Santa Fe International Literary Festival set out to create an event that would connect the world’s finest writers and thinkers with readers who believe in the transformative power of stories. Tod
The Food Depot’s 30th Annual Souper Bowl 2026 returns to Santa Fe this winter, bringing together local chefs, longtime supporters, and first-time attendees for a soup tasting and voting event that supports hunger-relief work across Northern New Mexico. Organized by The Food Depot, Souper Bowl blends
The 314th Fiesta de Santa Fe takes place September 5 to 13, 2026. Fiesta is one of the longest-running public celebrations in the United States, and it marks more than 300 years of community traditions. The event features parades, live music, artisan markets, regional food, and historical ceremonies
