There are Santa Fe events, and then there are major events, like our world-famous markets, the burning of Zozobra, Fiestas de Santa Fe, and many more. SantaFe.com‘s major events calendar is the place you’ll find everything you need to know about Santa Fe’s biggest annual events, whether you’re looking for the Santa Fe Opera schedule, want to find out about Pancakes on the Plaza, or plan to explore the SWAIA Indian Market. Check it out!
June 2026
1 event
El Flamenco Spanish Cabaret: Spring Season
June 5 – June 27 · 8 dates
El Flamenco Spanish Cabaret — 135 W. Palace Ave, Santa Fe, United States
Immerse yourself in the soul of Spain with world-class live flamenco and a superb seasonal showcase. The stage comes alive with the raw emotion and intricate artistry of award-winning performers, delivering a rhythmic passion that captures the authentic spirit of…
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July 2026
8 events
Santa Fe Opera
July 3 – July 31 · 7 dates
The Santa Fe Opera — 301 Opera Drive, Santa Fe, United States
Music is a universal gift, with the power to connect and bring together people from all walks of life. The Santa Fe Opera wields that power judiciously, with its mission “to advance the operatic art form by presenting ensemble performances…
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Fourth of July
July 4
Santa Fe — Santa Fe, United States
From fireworks to barbecue, music, and shopping, there’s plenty going on to keep you busy in Santa Fe on the Fourth of July! Let’s dive into this popular summer holiday and find out how to celebrate Independence Day in Santa…
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Pancakes On The Plaza
July 4 @ 7:00 am
Santa Fe Plaza — 63 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe
A local tradition for 45 years now, the annual Pancakes On The Plaza brings together all the things we love about the holiday – art, music, and cars – along with that most delicious of breakfast treats, to create an…
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The Santa Fe Opera: The Magic Flute
July 4 – July 15 · 3 dates
The Santa Fe Opera — 301 Opera Drive, Santa Fe, United States
Imagine a magic flute that can tame the wildest of beasts. Can Prince Tamino and Papageno use it to save the princess Pamina? They embark on a fantastical quest – and along the way, they encounter enchanting characters and face…
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Annual International Folk Art Market
July 9 – July 12
Railyard Park — 740 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, United States
Immerse yourself in Santa Fe’s famous International Folk Art Market, the world’s largest exhibition and sale of works by master folk artists. Since 2004, IFAM has hosted more than 1,000 master folk artists from 100 countries, some venturing beyond their…
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Art Santa Fe
July 9 – July 11
Santa Fe Community Convention Center — 201 W Marcy St, Santa Fe, United States
Art Santa Fe features extraordinary art from around the world, specially curated programming, events, and entertainment, including live artwork demonstrations and more than 75 national and international galleries and independent artists showcasing hundreds of extraordinary works from around the world.
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Traditional Spanish Market
July 25 – July 26
Santa Fe Plaza — 63 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe
One of the highlights of the Santa Fe summer months is the Traditional Spanish Market, presented by the Atrisco Heritage Foundation. The oldest and largest juried art show of its kind in the nation, the Spanish Market is a showcase…
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Contemporary Hispanic Market
July 25 – July 26
Santa Fe Plaza — 63 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe
Whether you’re into Native American art, or folk art, antique art, or contemporary art, there’s probably a Market for it. One of the lesser-known, but no less important markets taking place in the City Different is the Contemporary Hispanic Market,…
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August 2026
7 events
The Santa Fe Opera: Lili Elbe
August 1 – August 27 · 5 dates
The Santa Fe Opera — 301 Opera Drive, Santa Fe, United States
Lili’s journey — marked by love, loss and self-discovery — is the true story of a Danish painter who, with the steadfast support of her wife Gerda, became one of the first to undergo gender-affirmation surgery nearly a century ago.…
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The Santa Fe Opera: Madama Butterfly
August 3 – August 29 · 6 dates
The Santa Fe Opera — 301 Opera Drive, Santa Fe, United States
A Japanese girl sacrifices her heritage for the American dream when a naval officer chooses her for his bride. Her dream is crushed by betrayal when he traps her in the very cage she wishes to escape. She seizes her…
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The Santa Fe Opera: The Magic Flute
August 4 – August 28 · 5 dates
The Santa Fe Opera — 301 Opera Drive, Santa Fe, United States
Imagine a magic flute that can tame the wildest of beasts. Can Prince Tamino and Papageno use it to save the princess Pamina? They embark on a fantastical quest – and along the way, they encounter enchanting characters and face…
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Pathways Indigenous Arts Festival
August 14 – August 16
Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino — 20 Buffalo Thunder Trail,, Santa Fe, United States
We are excited about the festival because it’s an all-inclusive event that’s planned by Indigenous people, run by Indigenous people, for Indigenous people,” said Karl Duncan, Executive Director of the Poeh Cultural Center. “We’re committed to providing new opportunities for…
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Santa Fe Indian Market
August 15 – August 16
Santa Fe Plaza — 63 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe
The Santa Fe Indian Market has been North America’s largest and most important juried Indigenous art market since 1922. Organized by the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA), it is far more than a weekend art market. Check out the…
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Fiesta de Santa Fe
August 29 – September 6
Santa Fe Plaza — 63 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe
For more than 300 years, every September, the Santa Fe Fiesta Council proudly invites people from all backgrounds to celebrate historic Santa Fe culture with events that highlight the talents of Northern New Mexico cultura!
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El Flamenco Spanish Cabaret: Summer Season
August 30 @ 6:30 pm
El Flamenco Spanish Cabaret — 135 W. Palace Ave, Santa Fe, United States
Immerse yourself in the soul of Spain with world-class live flamenco and a superb seasonal showcase. The stage comes alive with the raw emotion and intricate artistry of award-winning performers, delivering a rhythmic passion that captures the authentic spirit of…
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September 2026
5 events
The Burning of Zozobra
September 4
Fort Marcy Park — 490 Bishops Lodge Rd, Santa Fe, Santa Fe, United States
Zozobra Newbie? Get ready for Santa Fe’s hottest party! One of New Mexico’s most enduring icons, Zozobra was created in 1924 by legendary artist Will Shuster and is now set ablaze annually by the Santa Fe Kiwanis Club. The Burning of…
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El Flamenco Spanish Caberet: Fall Season
September 4 – September 30 · 15 dates
El Flamenco Spanish Cabaret — 135 W. Palace Ave, Santa Fe, United States
Immerse yourself in the soul of Spain with world-class live flamenco and a superb seasonal showcase. The stage comes alive with the raw emotion and intricate artistry of award-winning performers, delivering a rhythmic passion that captures the authentic spirit of…
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New Mexico State Fair
September 10 – September 13
Expo New Mexico — 300 San Pedro Dr NE, Albuquerque, United States
Founded in 1938, the New Mexico State Fair has been drawing crowds to experience all the fun and excitement of rural living, firsthand. It’s also the biggest show in New Mexico, attracting over 500,000 attendees annually, and ranking in the…
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Santa Fe Renaissance Faire
September 12 – September 13
El Rancho de Las Golondrinas — 334 Los Pinos Road, Santa Fe, United States
New Mexico’s premier Renaissance Faire invites you to experience all the fun and excitement of ages past, in a safe and family-friendly environment where you can eat delicious foods, dance to medieval music, and buy unique arts and crafts.
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Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta
September 23 – September 27
Santa Fe — Santa Fe, United States
An annual collection of events, at various venues throughout the city, this epicurean extravaganza brings 90 wineries to Santa Fe to partner with 35 of the city’s best restaurants in a weeklong Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta celebration of…
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October 2026
4 events
El Flamenco Spanish Caberet: Fall Season
October 1 – October 31 · 19 dates
El Flamenco Spanish Cabaret — 135 W. Palace Ave, Santa Fe, United States
Immerse yourself in the soul of Spain with world-class live flamenco and a superb seasonal showcase. The stage comes alive with the raw emotion and intricate artistry of award-winning performers, delivering a rhythmic passion that captures the authentic spirit of…
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Albuquerque International Balloon Festival
October 3 – October 11
Albuquerque — Albuquerque, United States
Whether you’re a balloon enthusiast or just like to watch as hundreds of balloons fill the skies, you’ll be enthralled by the sight of thousands of smiling, upturned faces, sharing in the spectacular beauty.
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Santa Fe International Film Festival
October 14 – October 19
Santa Fe — Santa Fe, United States
The Santa Fe International Film Festival is the premier forum for international and independent cinema in Northern New Mexico. Taking place over five days and nights in October, and focusing on artistic excellence, SFiFF has presented films ranging from Academy…
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Santa Fe Home & Lifestyle Show
October 30 – October 31 · 3 dates
Santa Fe Community Convention Center — 201 W Marcy St, Santa Fe, United States
With close to one hundred vendors from all aspects of the home building industry present, the Santa Fe Home Builders Association puts the newest and best innovations in construction and design on display for members of the industry and the…
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November 2026
4 events
Santa Fe Home & Lifestyle Show
November 1 @ 12:00 pm
Santa Fe Community Convention Center — 201 W Marcy St, Santa Fe, United States
With close to one hundred vendors from all aspects of the home building industry present, the Santa Fe Home Builders Association puts the newest and best innovations in construction and design on display for members of the industry and the…
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El Flamenco Spanish Caberet: Fall Season
November 4 – November 7 · 4 dates
El Flamenco Spanish Cabaret — 135 W. Palace Ave, Santa Fe, United States
Immerse yourself in the soul of Spain with world-class live flamenco and a superb seasonal showcase. The stage comes alive with the raw emotion and intricate artistry of award-winning performers, delivering a rhythmic passion that captures the authentic spirit of…
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Holiday Tree Lighting on the Plaza
November 27 @ 4:30 pm
Santa Fe Plaza — 63 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe
Every year, on the Friday after Thanksgiving, the City of Santa Fe turns the Santa Fe Plaza into a dazzling winter wonderland. People come from miles around to enjoy music and song, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, and…
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El Flamenco Spanish Caberet: Christmas Season
November 27 – November 28 · 2 dates
El Flamenco Spanish Cabaret — 135 W. Palace Ave, Santa Fe, United States
Immerse yourself in the soul of Spain with world-class live flamenco and a superb seasonal showcase. The stage comes alive with the raw emotion and intricate artistry of award-winning performers, delivering a rhythmic passion that captures the authentic spirit of…
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December 2026
3 events
El Flamenco Spanish Caberet: Christmas Season
December 4 – December 31 · 17 dates
El Flamenco Spanish Cabaret — 135 W. Palace Ave, Santa Fe, United States
Immerse yourself in the soul of Spain with world-class live flamenco and a superb seasonal showcase. The stage comes alive with the raw emotion and intricate artistry of award-winning performers, delivering a rhythmic passion that captures the authentic spirit of…
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Santa Fe Farolito Walk
December 24 @ 6:00 pm
Canyon Road — Santa Fe, United States
A celebrated holiday tradition in Santa Fe, the Farolito Walk incorporates thousands of flickering votive candles in paper bags, lining historic neighborhood streets and adobe walls on Christmas Eve. The result is a warm, inviting glow and a spectacular New…
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New Year’s Eve on the Plaza
December 31 @ 8:00 pm
Santa Fe Plaza — 63 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe
Since 2015, Santa Fe has been giving the heave ho to the old year, and welcoming a peaceful and prosperous new one, with a community celebration on Santa Fe Plaza, highlighted by the rising (not dropping) of a Zia symbol,…
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January 2027
1 event
El Flamenco Spanish Caberet: Christmas Season
January 1 @ 6:30 pm
El Flamenco Spanish Cabaret — 135 W. Palace Ave, Santa Fe, United States
Immerse yourself in the soul of Spain with world-class live flamenco and a superb seasonal showcase. The stage comes alive with the raw emotion and intricate artistry of award-winning performers, delivering a rhythmic passion that captures the authentic spirit of…
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February 2027
1 event
Santa Fe Film Festival
February 17 – February 21 · 5 dates
Santa Fe — Santa Fe, United States
One of the oldest film festivals in the world, the Santa Fe Film Festival, streams a new wave of independent features, documentaries and shorts, along with Q&As, Panels, Workshops, Red Carpet Interviews, and Mini-Awards ceremonies happening both weekends.
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