Festivals & Special Events
Adulti-Verse: New Mexico United Edition
Meow Wolf's adults-only community event themed around New Mexico United soccer, with doors opening at 6 PM.
Thursday, September 3, 2026 Doors @ 6:00 PM · Meow Wolf, Santa Fe
Fiesta de Santa Fe
The 314th annual celebration of Hispanic culture kicks off with Zozobra and continues with nine days of parades, mariachi, bandstand performances, a fine arts market, and more on the Historic Plaza.
Saturday, September 5 – Sunday, September 13, 2026 · Historic Plaza Area, Santa Fe
Santa Fe International Film Festival
The 18th annual Santa Fe International Film Festival runs October 14–19, celebrating indie cinema, world premieres, and New Mexico's film culture.
Wednesday, October 14 – Monday, October 19, 2026 · Santa Fe
Dwight Yoakam in Concert at the Santa Fe Opera
Country legend Dwight Yoakam performs under the stars at the iconic Santa Fe Opera outdoor venue.
Friday, September 4, 2026 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM · Santa Fe Opera, Santa Fe
ero808 at Meow Wolf
Electronic artist ero808 brings Moceans and Baby Bumps to Meow Wolf's immersive venue for a late-night music event.
Friday, September 4, 2026 Doors @ 9:00 PM · Meow Wolf, Santa Fe
Bryan Loweree at Santa Fe Brewing Co.
Nashville-based country artist Bryan Loweree performs his emotionally resonant originals blending folk authenticity with heartfelt songwriting.
Saturday, September 5, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM · Santa Fe Brewing Co. Headquarters, 35 Fire Place, Santa Fe
Dominique Fils-Aimé
One of the leading voices in vocal jazz, Dominique Fils-Aimé performs at the Lensic in a sonic exploration of creativity and spiritual freedom.
Saturday, September 5, 2026 7:30 PM · Lensic Performing Arts Center, Santa Fe
Mark Hummel's All Star Blues w/ Junior Watson & Anson Funderburgh
Blues harmonica master Mark Hummel joins guitar legends Junior Watson and Anson Funderburgh for a powerhouse blues showcase.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 · Santa Fe
MacArthur Fellows Panel: Sterlin Harjo, Dyani White Hawk, Sky Hopinka
SITE Santa Fe hosts a rare panel featuring three MacArthur Fellows — filmmaker Sterlin Harjo, visual artist Dyani White Hawk, and filmmaker Sky Hopinka — in conversation about Indigenous art and storytelling.
Saturday, September 5, 2026 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM · SITE Santa Fe, 1606 Paseo de Peralta
Reclaiming the Future: The Legacy of Japanese American Incarceration Public Exhibition Opening
Free public opening of a major exhibition bringing together ten Japanese and Japanese American artists at Vladem Contemporary, featuring remarks from the curator and live shamisen music.
Saturday, September 5, 2026 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM · Vladem Contemporary, 404 Montezuma Ave, Santa Fe
Canyon Road Summer Walk with ArtWalk @ Olive Rush Studio
ArtWalk Santa Fe partners with Olive Rush Studio & Art Center to showcase 25 local artists in the historic garden along Canyon Road's beloved Summer Walk.
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM · Olive Rush Studio & Art Center, 630 Canyon Road, Santa Fe
First Friday at Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
Extended hours at the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum with free admission from 5–7 PM — a beloved monthly Santa Fe tradition.
Friday, September 4, 2026 5:00 PM · Georgia O'Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson Street, Santa Fe
Santa Fe Farmers' Market
One of the nation's top growers' markets returns to the Railyard with 150+ Northern New Mexico farmers, fresh produce, food, and crafts.
Saturday, September 5, 2026 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Santa Fe Railyard
Make and Believe Time at Meow Wolf
A daytime family-friendly creative event at Meow Wolf's immersive Santa Fe venue for kids and caregivers.
Friday, September 4, 2026 Doors @ 10:00 AM · Meow Wolf, Santa Fe
Fine Art Friday at the Santa Fe Children's Museum: Tea Towel Printmaking
Kids can decorate their very own tea towel in this hands-on printmaking event co-presented by the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum.
Friday, September 4, 2026 2:00 PM · Santa Fe Children's Museum, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, Santa Fe
Two Step Dance Class at Mortenson Eaves Movie Ranch
Learn how to two-step at a working movie ranch — all levels welcome for this fun Western dance class.
Thursday, September 3, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM · Mortenson Eaves Movie Ranch, Santa Fe
QUINTESSENTIAL – 70th Birthday Party for Bob Fox and Alex Murzyn
Jazz greats Bob Fox, Alex Murzyn, Gordy Johnson, Joe Chellman, and Robby Beasley play Paradiso for a milestone birthday bash — with cake for all.
Friday, September 11, 2026 · Paradiso Santa Fe, 903 Early Street, Santa Fe
In-Person Class: Nature Sketching at the Audubon Center & Sanctuary
Draw from nature at the Randall Davey Audubon Center & Sanctuary in a guided outdoor sketching class presented by the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum.
Saturday, September 12, 2026 9:30 AM · Randall Davey Audubon Center & Sanctuary, 1800 Upper Canyon Rd, Santa Fe
Green Chile Cheeseburger Smackdown
New Mexico's top chefs compete to craft the ultimate green chile cheeseburger — sold out but worth watching — at Santa Fe Brewing Co. HQ.
Sunday, September 13, 2026 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM · Santa Fe Brewing Co. Headquarters, 35 Fire Place, Santa Fe