Events Calendar
Monday, May 1
6 p.m.
The Met Live: Champion
The Lensic Performing Arts Center
Santa Fe Opera presents the encore HD screening of six-time Grammy Award-winning composer Terence Blanchard’s electrifying production, with Bass-Baritone Ryan Speedo Green as the young boxer who rises from obscurity to become a world champion.
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Tuesday, May 2
7:30 p.m.
Keb’ Mo’
Lensic Performing Arts Center
With five Grammys, 14 Blues Foundation Awards, and a groundbreaking career spanning nearly 50 years under his belt, Keb’ Mo’ stands as one of the most accomplished and respected artists working in contemporary roots music today.
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Friday, May 5
7:30 p.m.
Joshua Redman: 3×3
Lensic Center for the Performing Arts
Performance Santa Fe presents one of the most accomplished jazz tenor saxophonists, playing compositions from Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk, and Wayne Shorter.
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Saturday, May 6
11 a.m. & 6 p.m.
The Met Live: Falstaff
The Lensic Performing Arts Center
Santa Fe Opera presents the encore HD screening of Verdi’s glorious Shakespearean comedy, starring Baritone Michael Volle as the caddish knight who is gleefully tormented by a trio of clever women who deliver his comeuppance.
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Sunday, May 7
4 p.m.
Fate and Finale
Lensic Center for the Performing Arts
The Santa Fe Symphony presents music from Emilie Mayer, Edward Elgar, and Pyotr Tchaikovsky, under the direction of guest conductor JoAnn Falletta.
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Tuesday, May 9
7:30 p.m.
Pixies North America Tour
Lensic Performing Arts Center
Pixies have been acclaimed as the most influential, pioneering band of the late 80s alt/rock movement, having served as a major influence for artists like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Radiohead, the Strokes, Weezer, and many more.
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Sunday, May 14
7 p.m.
National Theatre Live: Othello
Lensic Performing Arts Center
An extraordinary new production of Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedy, directed by Clint Dyer with a cast that includes Giles Terera (Hamilton), Rosy McEwean (The Alienist) and Paul Hilton (The Inheritance).
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Saturday, May 20
11 a.m. & 6 p.m.
The Met Live: Don Giovanni
The Lensic Performing Arts Center
Santa Fe Opera presents the live HD screening of Mozart’s tragicomedy, under the direction of Tony Award-winning director Ivo van Hove, who resets the familiar tale of deceit and damnation in an abstract architectural landscape.
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Sunday, May 21
3 p.m.
In Honor of Memorial Day
Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
The Santa Fe Symphony honors the fallen with patriotic music in this free community concert.
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Monday, May 22
8 p.m.
Transviolet
Meow Wolf
The alternative pop rock band, who made a name for themselves online with gimmicky releases and celebrity support, giving way to tens of millions of streams, have finally hit the road in support of their debut album Born To Rule.
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May 27 – 28
5 p.m.
Native Treasures Art Market and Auction
Santa Fe Convention Center
Each year, the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture personally hosts a spectacular line-up of over 200 Indigenous artists, all specially invited to showcase their museum-quality artwork, also featuring special entertainment, children’s activities and more.
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Santa Fe Farmer’s Market Tours
May 17 – November 15, 2023
A tour guide takes attendees on a morning stroll through the famed Santa Fe Farmer’s Market, offered on the First and Third Tuesday of each month.
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Vamanos Santa Fe Walks
The Santa Fe Conservation Trust offers free walks through some of Northern New Mexico’s most scenic preserves, led by experts who can answer all your burning questions.
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Santa Fe Century
May 20 – 22
Scenic road cycling that highlights the landscape of Northern New Mexico, from the Ortiz Mountains to the Galisteo basin, starting and finishing in downtown Santa Fe.
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Last Friday Art Walk
Santa Fe Railyard Plaza
Last Friday of Every Month, 5 – 7 p.m.
For an exciting world-class contemporary art experience, visit Santa Fe’s hip Railyard Arts District for the Last Friday Art Walk.
Meow Wolf
10 a.m – 8 p.m., Sunday – Thursday; 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday
An arts production company that creates immersive, multimedia experiences that transport audiences of all ages into fantastic realms.
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Santa Fe Farmers Market
Saturdays, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Voted one of the Top Ten Farmers’ Markets by Sunset Magazine, this is one of the oldest, largest, and most successful growers’ markets in the country.
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Sky Railway
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! Climb aboard and expect the unexpected as you travel the historic rail between Santa Fe and Lamy.
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Crash Karaoke
Social Kitchen + Bar
Every Sunday, 6 – 9 p.m.
Located within the Sage Hotel, The Social Kitchen + Bar puts you in the spotlight at Crash Kareoke, every Monday.
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Sunday Get Down Drag Brunch
Jean Cocteau Cinema
Sundays (check schedule), 12 p.m.
Hosted by Brandi, and featuring appearances by some of the top drag divas in the region, with music provided by DJ Matthew Soto.
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Geeks Who Drink
Jean Cocteau Cinema
Every Monday, 7 p.m.
Modeled after pub quizzes in Ireland and the U.K., Geeks Who Drink is an authentic homegrown trivia quiz, and a great way to drink with friends without burning brain cells.
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Faculty Lounge Comedy Improv Live
Jean Cocteau Cinema
Tuesdays (check schedule), 7 p.m.
Escape into the hilarious world of improv with Santa Fe Playhouse’s Santa Fe Improv troupe, made up of teachers and students.
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Miercoles Musical
Jean Cocteau Cinema
Wednesdays (check schedule), 7 p.m.
Hosted by Carlos Medina, and featuring live music from some of the best local acts, and drink specials that will leave you buzzing.
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All Fierce Comedy Show
Jean Cocteau Cinema
3rd Wednesday of every month, 7 p.m.
Join host Graviel De La Plaga (aka Carlos Medina) for an evening of mariachis, margaritas, and comedic mayhem.
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90s Night
Social Kitchen + Bar
Every Monday, 4 – 10 p.m.
Located within the Sage Hotel, The Social Kitchen + Bar invites you to remember your youth on 90s Night, every Monday.
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LGBT “Plus Plus” Night
Social Kitchen + Bar
Every Tuesday, 4 – 10 p.m.
Located within the Sage Hotel, The Social Kitchen + Bar invites you to their weekly LGBT “Plus Plus” Night, every Tuesday.
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The Bridge at Santa Fe Brewing Company
New Mexico’s oldest and most award-winning microbrewery, with concerts happening weekly. https://santafebrewing.com/taproom/the-bridge/
La Fiesta Lounge
Enjoy casual New Mexican cuisine, enticing cocktails and eclectic live music by talented locals every night of the week.
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Meow Wolf
Named one of the best small music venues in the country by Yelp, catch eclectic performers from around the world, every week.
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Social Kitchen + Bar
Located inside the Sage Hotel in the heart of Santa Fe, this fun little bar dishes up south by southwest comfort cuisine, alongside themed nights, and music by Second Chances on Wednesday nights and The Widow Oxley on Friday nights.
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Tesuque Casino
Northern New Mexico’s newest casino offers up a limited menu and live music seven days a week, from popular bands and musicians.
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Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery
Grab a bite and an award-winning brew, or a signature drink, and listen to the best music Santa Fe has to offer, from local legends to national touring acts.
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