Santa Fe Events and Festivals Calendar
Santa Fe is a hub for cultural events, musical excitement and hands on activity! Where else can you interact with Native American, Spanish, and Folk Art artists all in one summer and then follow that experience by listening to some of the most distinguished musicians, sipping the best wine in New Mexico, and feel the energy of cultural dancing that your feet tap unconsciously. Santa Fe is once again recognized as the top travel destination in the U.S. by Conde Nast Traveler, so it’s no wonder people enjoy visiting the City Different. Join us for Indian Market or the International Folk Art Market and be sure to experience the Santa Fe Wine and Chili Fiesta. Santa Fe has a world of events and experiences to last you a lifetime!
December 2010
Canyon Road Farolito Walk: December 25, 2009
One of Santa Fe's most beloved ways of celebrating the holiday season, the Canyon Road Farolito Walk lights up the hearts and souls of the crowds that walk this famous road every Christmas Eve.
March 2011
Santa Fe Creative Tourism " Meet Local Artists" :
Come Meet New Mexico Artists participating in the Creative Tourism Initiative for a series of demonstrations and conversations. Artists will provide a demonstration or presentation about their art form, followed by informal conversation. This series will showcase the varied talents and resources of New Mexico’s artists and will showcase current and future workshops available to visitors and residents. FREE to the public.
April 2011
Santa Fe Creative Tourism " Meet Local Artists" :
Come Meet New Mexico Artists participating in the Creative Tourism Initiative for a series of demonstrations and conversations. Artists will provide a demonstration or presentation about their art form, followed by informal conversation. This series will showcase the varied talents and resources of New Mexico’s artists and will showcase current and future workshops available to visitors and residents. FREE to the public.
May 2011
Native Treasures Indian Arts Festival:
Enjoy this magnificent display of museum-quality Indian art featuring over 180 Native American artists, who are invited by the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, to represent the best of the Indian art world. http://nativetreasuressantafe.org/
Yoga Retreat with Pasha Hogan:
Pasha Hogan is a certified yoga/meditation teacher in the tradition of T. Krishnamacharya. She is a psychotherapist, Reiki Master and the founder of Creative Recovery ©, a wellness program which empowers participants to live passionately, transforming life challenge into profound learning and healing experiences. Learn more about this wonderful experience taking place at the Lodge at Santa Fe.
June 2011
Yoga Retreat with Pasha Hogan:
Pasha Hogan is a certified yoga/meditation teacher in the tradition of T. Krishnamacharya. She is a psychotherapist, Reiki Master and the founder of Creative Recovery ©, a wellness program which empowers participants to live passionately, transforming life challenge into profound learning and healing experiences. Learn more about this wonderful experience taking place at the Lodge at Santa Fe.
Santa Fe Studio Tour:
Here's a chance to meet 41 well known and emerging Santa Fe painters, sculptors, printmakers, photographers, weavers, potters, and jewelers in person, in their studios. Studio tours available Saturday, June 19th from 10:00am-5:00pm and Sunday, June 20th from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Pre-Party at Lodge at Santa Fe from 5:00pm-8:00pm. Enjoy meeting the artists, seeing samples of their work, food and entertainment. Lodge at Santa Fe is offering a special rates for accommodations. Ask for the Studio Tour Rate.
http://www.santafestudiotour.com/
Santa Fe Gay Pride:
This week long annual gay pride festival celebration brings together the GLBT and their friends and families. Enjoy a fabulous parade and networking booths plus an art show.http://www.santafehra.org/
Rodeo de Santa Fe:
The Annual "RODEO! de Santa Fe" is sanctioned by the PRCA. It began in 1949
and has become one of the top 100 rodeos in the nation. http://www.rodeodesantafe.org/
Juan Siddi Flamenco Summer Performances: June 24th-August 22nd
Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company -
Enjoy some of flamenco’s most talented and unique musicians, singers and dancers, from Spain and the United States, as they bring pulsating energy to the Lodge at Santa Fe Maria Benitez Theatre with world-class performances that inspire audiences with exhilarating passion.
July 2011
International Folk Art Market:
This is the largest annual international folk art market in the world!
Enjoy a festive, two-day event on Museum Hill in Santa Fe, New Mexico adjoining the Museum of International Folk Art.
This is wonderful opportunity to meet folk artists from around the globe!
http://www.folkartmarket.org/
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival:
The Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival is one of the world’s preeminent music festivals
bringing distinguished musicians, and emerging young talent to perform during its 6-week season.
Festival concerts take place in the historic St. Francis Auditorium, the Lensic Performing Arts Center in Santa Fe, and at the KiMo Theatre in Albuquerque.
http://www.santafechambermusic.org/calendar/index.php
Santa Fe Opera:
The opera starts at sundown, but the show begins at 5:30pm, when hundreds of patrons start to arrive at the theater. Some bring tailgate dinners plain and fancy, some join the preview buffet on the rehearsal grounds, some attend the free prelude talks, and some just enjoy the spectacular scenery and sunsets. Whatever your pleasure, it's all part of opera-going, Santa Fe Style.
http://www.santafeopera.org/
Santa Fe Spanish Market:
This popular event is a favorite for residents and visitors alike. Spanish Market features handmade traditional arts by over 200 local Hispanic artists as well as continuous live music and dance, art demonstrations and regional foods.
Enjoy a taste of New Mexico’s vibrant Spanish culture!
http://www.spanishmarket.org/
Juan Siddi Flamenco Summer Performances:
Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company -
Enjoy some of flamenco’s most talented and unique musicians, singers and dancers, from Spain and the United States, as they bring pulsating energy to the Lodge at Santa Fe Maria Benitez Theatre with world-class performances that inspire audiences with exhilarating passion.
August 2011
Sante Fe Chamber Music Festival:
The Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival is one of the world’s preeminent music festivals
bringing distinguished musicians, and emerging young talent to perform during its 6-week season.
Festival concerts take place in the historic St. Francis Auditorium, the Lensic Performing Arts Center in Santa Fe, and at the KiMo Theatre in Albuquerque.
http://www.santafechambermusic.org/calendar/index.php
Santa Fe Indian Market:
This world-famous market, showcases more than 1,000 Native American artists who sell their pottery, weaving, jewelry, basketry and other traditional work and demonstrate their time-honored techniques on the Plaza. Get there early because this market typically draws 100,000 visitors from around the globe.
http://santafe.org/cgi-bin/cityman/jump.cgi?ID=119
Juan Siddi Flamenco Summer Performances:
Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company -
Enjoy some of flamenco’s most talented and unique musicians, singers and dancers, from Spain and the United States, as they bring pulsating energy to the Lodge at Santa Fe Maria Benitez Theatre with world-class performances that inspire audiences with exhilarating passion.
Santa Fe Opera:
The opera starts at sundown, but the show begins at 5:30pm, when hundreds of patrons start to arrive at the theater. Some bring tailgate dinners plain and fancy, some join the preview buffet on the rehearsal grounds, some attend the free prelude talks, and some just enjoy the spectacular scenery and sunsets. Whatever your pleasure, it's all part of opera-going, Santa Fe Style.
http://www./santafeopera.org
September 2011
Zozobra:
The streets are filled with joyous shouts of "Viva la Fiesta" during the oldest community event in the U.S. The week-long festivities are filled with music, dance, food and pageantry!
http://www.zozobra.com/
Santa Fe Wine and Chili Fiesta:
Devoted to the fruitful pairing of wine and chili, this annual fiesta has become a favorite with food and wine connoisseurs across the country. Spend a wonderful afternoon with the finest restaurants and world-class wineries.
It's the most fun you can have with a wine glass!
http://santafe.org/cgi-bin/cityman/jump.cgi?ID=2437
Santa Fe Renaissance Fair:
Cheer on the brave pursuits of jousting, sword fighting and Celtic games!
The Santa Fe Renaissance Fair is a community event and official part of Santa Fe's quatrocentario celebration, with the proceeds benefiting Open Hands and El Rancho de las Golondrinas. Cheer on the brave pursuits of jousting, sword fighting and Celtic games, win prizes, dress in your best costume and enjoy this fun-filled two day event in Santa Fe!
October 2010
Albuquerque International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta: October 2nd-10th
Witness the largest gathering of balloons in the world. Hundreds of hot air balloons come together as the most photographed event on Earth! This annual event held in October is held just 50 minutes south of Santa Fe.
http://www.balloonfiesta.com/
Santa Fe Film Festival:
Santa Fe steps into the main spotlight during this five-day film festival full of innovative programming. The festival showcases more than 200 independent narrative films, documentaries celebrating the creative spirit.
http://santafe.org/cgi-bin/cityman/jump.cgi?ID=2736
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