August 2018
The 94th Burning of the Zozobra
The Burning of the Zozobra is a unique cultural event staged annually by the Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe on the Friday before Labor Day as an exciting and fiery kick-off to the historic Fiestas de Santa Fe.Zozobra, also known as Old Man Gloom (OMG), is the creation of Will Shuster, one of a group of artists known as the Cinco Pintores, who made their way to New Mexico in the 1920s. Shuster’s creation first appeared in his backyard in…
Find out more »September 2018
¡Globalquerque!
¡Globalquerque! New Mexico’s 14th Annual Celebration of World Music & Culture Festival Hits Year 14 of Bringing The World to New Mexico…and New Mexico to the World! The event once again to take over the entire National Hispanic Cultural Center September 22 + 23, 2017 Featuring Over 30+ Performances & Workshops by 17 Acts from 5 Continents on 3 Stages over 2 Nights! ¡Globalquerque! International Cinema Series with NHCC enters 5th year! “OK – just decided that the premier world…
Find out more »October 2018
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2018
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2018 is a world-renowned attraction and destination for kids of all ages. For more than four decades, the first week in October brings the smells of roasting chiles and the beautiful, magical moving picture show of hot air balloons sailing silently through the crisp fall air. Guests from all over the world come to Albuquerque to celebrate ballooning. Literally, hundreds of balloons will be taking flight from the Balloon Fiesta Park this year. You won't…
Find out more »13th Annual Roswell Jazz Festival
Founded in 2006, the intent of the Roswell Jazz Festival is to provide the people of Southeastern New Mexico and beyond with annual festivals and intervening events that display the artistry of jazz musicians from across the country and which are intended to increase the sense of community by providing all who participate with the opportunity to share and enjoy our own artistic endeavors, to celebrate our jazz roots, and to educate both young and old alike in the jazz…
Find out more »Las Cruces Country Music Festival 2018
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Find out more »November 2018
Dia De Muertos Art Festival
Celebrate New Mexico heritage, loved ones and the continuation of life after death on the border of New Mexico and Mexico at this year's Dia De Muertos Art Festival! Featuring an Arts & Crafts Fair, Performance Showcase, Ballet Folklorico, Mariachi Jam Session, Costume Competition, Ofrenda Decorating Competition, and an Interactive Art Exhibition. A Festival With Purpose: Proceeds from the event benefit Play Sharity. Play Sharity opens Children's Museums and lending libraries in low-income communities.
Find out more »Scandinavian Festival
A Scandinavian Festival will be held at Immanuel Presbyterian Church, 114 Carlisle SE, Albuquerque, NM on Saturday, November 3, 2018 from 10am-4pm featuring food, Norwegian and Swedish folk art, Scandinavian dance performances (11am & 12:30pm), and a kids’ craft corner. Admission and parking are free. https://www.facebook.com/NMRosemalers/ or https://www.facebook.com/scandiabq/
Find out more »5th Annual Pueblo Film Festival
Experience the only film festival in the country devoted to the work of Pueblo filmmakers and actors, as well as to films that explore the Pueblo experience! The weekend includes film screenings, presentations, and discussions with renowned Pueblo filmmakers. The continuing objective of the Pueblo Film Festival is to shine a spotlight on an age-old culture’s contemporary expression, encouraging Native filmmakers to continue their creative work for an ever-growing audience. Everyone is invited to come to be entertained, learn what’s…
Find out more »Yuletide in Taos 2018
Taos’ Magical Time of YearYuletide in Taos is the name we give to all the unique New Mexican celebrations that happen throughout the holiday season. With the falling of snow on candle-lit farolitos that line the streets in front of old adobe shops and homes, one is transported to another time and place. Yuletide is the entire holiday season and includes all the unique traditions of the holiday season here in the mountains of Northern New Mexico.Restaurants open through the holidays. View here…
Find out more »Holiday Lighting on the Santa Fe Plaza
Starting at 3:00 p.m., a Choir and Girl Scouts will give out cookies and hot chocolate. Entertainment and Music from the bandstand all evening. at 4:00 p.m., Santa and Mrs. Claus's are transported to the Plaza on a vintage fire truck, which heralds their arrival with its siren sounding. Over 1,000 farolitos will be lit by volunteers starting at 4:30, which will illuminate the Plaza until the main event at 6:00, presided over by Mayor Javier M. Gonzales, city councilors and…
Find out more »Starting at 3:00 p.m., a Choir and Girl Scouts will give out cookies and hot chocolate. Entertainment and Music from the bandstand all evening. at 4:00 p.m., Santa and Mrs. Claus’s are transported to the Plaza on a vintage fire truck, which heralds their arrival with its siren sounding. Over 1,000 farolitos will be lit by volunteers starting at 4:30, which will illuminate the Plaza until the main event at 6:00, presided over by Mayor Javier M. Gonzales, city councilors and other dignitaries. City crews spend three to four weeks placing farolitos along the portals on the sides of the Plaza, stringing 10,000 lights in trees and mini-lights around the gazebo, Santa’s Hut and other areas. Blow up penguins, snowmen, and polar bears are scattered throughout the Plaza for the event. The crowd counts down and the delegated flip the main switch and those stationed at four other power sources illuminate every light in unison.
For additional information, please contact:
Carlos Sanchez
Marketing and Special Events Administrator
Parks and Recreation Department
505-955-2146
cmsanchez@ci.santa-fe.nm.us