Upcoming Events & Festivals | Visit Farmington, NM

Sensory Bounce

November 25, 2024 from 9:00am - 11:00am | Fly High Farmington Adventure Park

Come and join us for a sensory-friendly experience every Saturday morning at Fly High Adventure Park.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Aug 17, 2024 through Dec 28, 2024

Categories: Family Friendly, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports

Dibé Bíghaa': The Weaving of T'iis Názbąs

November 25, 2024 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

The exhibit Dibé Bíghaa': The Weaving of T'iis Názbąs will be on display at the Farmington Museum from November 2024 to July 2025. This stunning exhibition features Teec Nos Pos style rugs and celebrates the history, culture, and artisanship of all Diné (Navajo) weaving.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 16, 2024 through Jul 30, 2025

Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

San Juan College Fall Art Student Exhibit

November 25, 2024 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery

You'll find artwork that is sure to appeal to a wide variety of tastes at the San Juan College Fall Art Student Exhibit, November 4th to December 6th, in the Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery. There will be an opening reception on Friday, November 1st from 4:00-6:00pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 4, 2024 through Dec 6, 2024

Categories: Art & Museums, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Funday Monday at the Farmington Museum

November 25, 2024 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

You know something is going to be fun when it's got it in the title, right? Funday Monday at the Farmington Museum doesn't disappoint!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Aug 19, 2024 through Dec 23, 2024

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look

Back to Nature at the Riverside Nature Center

November 26, 2024 from 10:30am - 11:30am | Riverside Nature Center

Riverside Nature Center and Team Begay invites you to get Back to Nature!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 1, 2024 through Dec 30, 2024

Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports

Jazz Jam

November 27, 2024 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

Wednesday Jazz Jams are back at the Farmington Civic Center!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 13, 2024 through Nov 27, 2024

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater

Thanksgiving Dinner at SunRay

All day Nov 28, 2024 | SunRay Sportz Arena

Join SunRay Park & Casino for a spectacular Thanksgiving meal!

Black Friday at the Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village

November 29, 2024 from 10:00am - 3:00pm | Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village

Are today's high prices giving you the black Friday blues? The Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village has the answer for you!

Casper Baca Rodeo's Bull Riding Extraordinaire

November 29, 2024 from 7:30pm - 8:30pm | McGee Park

The Annual Bullriding Extraordinaire comes to Farmington over Thanksgiving weekend! Join us and watch the best BULLS and the best RIDERS at McGee Park.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 29, 2024 through Nov 30, 2024

Categories: Family Friendly, Live Performance, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports

Flight Night at Fly High

November 29, 2024 from 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Fly High Farmington

The weekend is here, start it right with Flight Night at Fly High Trampoline Park in Farmington. Bring your friends and enjoy special pricing and night games!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 18, 2024 through Dec 28, 2024

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events

WESST Craft Fair

November 30, 2024 from 10:00am - 3:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center

The Farmington Womens Business Center celebrates Small Business Saturday with a special craft fair!

Cookie Crawl

November 30, 2024 from 11:00am - 1:00pm | Downtown Farmington Businesses

Cookies! Cookies! Cookies!! Northwest New Mexico Arts Council is hosting a Cookie Crawl on November 30th from 11:00am-1:00pm!

Small Business Saturday

November 30, 2024 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm | Downtown Farmington

Join the fun and celebrate Small Business Saturday and the holidays in Downtown Farmington. Complete with a cookie crawl, window decorating contest, and the Downtown Arts and Craft Fair, there's something to get everyone in the holiday spirit!

Dance Night at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center

November 30, 2024 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Bonnie Dallas Senior Center

Come to the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center for live music and dancing!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Aug 24, 2024 through Dec 21, 2024

Categories: Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events

Sycamore Park Community Center Tree Lighting

December 2, 2024 from 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Sycamore Park Community Center

Sycamore Park Community Staff are stringing their lights and checking them twice to make sure all is ready for their Tree Lighting and Christmas Social! All they need is for you and your family to help them count down to the big moment!

Festival of Trees

All day Dec 3, 2024 | Farmington Civic Center

Presbyterian Medical Services is excited to host a holiday favorite, the Festival of Trees, at the Farmington Civic Center!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 3, 2024 through Dec 8, 2024

Categories: Festivals, Holiday Events, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays

Native Arts and Crafts Christmas Bazaar

December 4, 2024 from 9:00am - 6:00pm | 9000 Rooms of the Henderson Fine Arts Center

Shop for unique and handmade goods in time for the holidays! This event not only offers a platform for local artisans to showcase their remarkable talents but also provides the community with an opportunity to engage with and appreciate the rich traditions and creativity of Native American arts and crafts.

Joy to the World~A Celebration of Jesus Christ

December 4, 2024 from 4:00pm - 9:00pm | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Bloomfield Stake Center

Warm your hearts by filling it with the spirit of Christmas at our FREE 10th Community Christmas Nativity Display! The celebration will be open December 4th-December 6th from 4:00pm-9:00pm. It will continue on Saturday, December 7th from 9:00am-7:00pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 4, 2024 through Dec 7, 2024

Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Winter Holidays

Farmington Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 4, 2024 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

Farmington comes together to kick-off the Christmas season by lighting our Community Christmas Tree at the Farmington Civic Center!

Collingsworth Family Christmas Concert

December 4, 2024 from 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Farmington Civic Center

The award-winning gospel group, The Collingsworth Family, bring their "True Family Christmas" LIVE concert to the Farmington Civic Center!!

Christmas Parade

December 5, 2024 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Main Street in Downtown Farmington

Jumpstart the holiday season with Farmington’s annual Christmas parade. Bundle up for this evening parade of lights, through Historic Downtown Farmington, along Main Street.

Fresh Startup Friday

December 6, 2024 from 9:00am - 10:30am | Enterprise Center at San Juan College

Start each month with Fresh Startup Friday, where business incubation thrives in Farmington and San Juan County!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 4, 2024 through Apr 4, 2025

Categories: Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Bloomfield Baby Box Blessing

December 6, 2024 from 11:00am - 1:00pm | Bloomfield Fire Department

The City of Bloomfield invites you to a Baby Box Blessing on Friday, December 6th from 11:00am-1:00pm at the Bloomfield Fire Department.

Categories: Free, Local Look

Bingo at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center

December 6, 2024 from 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Bonnie Dallas Senior Center

BINGO!! Feel the rush of getting to scream out that you've won at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jan 19, 2024 through Dec 6, 2024

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events

First Friday Event

December 6, 2024 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Connect Space

The Northwest New Mexico Arts Council will host a presentation on the Navajo Code Talkers, as part of their First Friday Series on December 6th from 5:00-7:00pm.

Riverglo

December 6, 2024 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Berg Park

Discover Farmington's holiday spirit along the Animas River! Luminarias, carolers, and a live nativity transform the riverwalk trails and Berg Park for this holiday celebration.

Holiday Spectacular

December 6, 2024 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Henderson Fine Arts Center

Find the joy and holiday spirit of the season as dancers from throughout San Juan County unite in a community performance to raise funds for Kids Kollege scholarships on Friday, December 6, at 7 p.m., in the Henderson Fine Arts Center Performance Hall.

Salmon Ruins Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair

December 7, 2024 from 9:00am - 5:00pm | McGee Park

Salmon Ruins brings artisans and makers from throughout the Four Corners to Farmington to display and sell their wares at McGee Park. This is one of the oldest and most varied arts and crafts fairs in San Juan County.

Holiday Craft Workshop

December 7, 2024 from 9:30am - 11:00am | Farmington Recreation Center

Get ready for the holidays at the Farmington Recreation Center with the annual Holiday Craft Workshop!

Jingle & Mingle

December 7, 2024 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | Farmington Recreation Center

Come celebrate the holiday at the Farmington Recreation Center’s Jingle & Mingle open house!

Santa Paws

December 7, 2024 from 11:00am - 3:00pm | Farmington Regional Animal Shelter

Dogs have wishes too! Let them meet Santa and get a photo at the annual Santa Paws event.

San Juan College Luminarias

December 7, 2024 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm | San Juan College Campus

Each year, San Juan College thanks the community for their support with a phenomenal display of luminarias on the campus grounds and buildings. Celebrate the holiday season by driving or walking through this stunning display.

A Cowboy Christmas

December 7, 2024 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | The Leanor Petite Hotel and Event Center

Join Cowboy Storyteller, Scott Perez for a memorable evening of Cowboy Christmas tales at The Leanor in Aztec, New Mexico.

Women's Advent by Candlelight

December 8, 2024 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Christ the Rock

Christmas is filled with all kinds of traditions. What do they mean for us today?

Bloomfield Christmas Parade

December 10, 2024 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Bloomfield

Bundle up the kids and head to Bloomfield for their annual Christmas parade!

The Marv Sanders Invitational Basketball Tournament

December 12, 2024 from 9:30am - 8:30pm | Farmington High School

Join Farmington High School for one of the largest basketball tournaments in the Four Corners area on December 12th-14th.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 12, 2024 through Dec 14, 2024

Categories: Family Friendly, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports

Martinis & Mistletoe

December 12, 2024 from 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Artifacts 302

Celebrate the giving season and learn how to support the Sexual Assault Services of Northwest New Mexico throughout the year at the Martinis & Mistletoe Christmas Mingle!

A Charlie Brown Christmas

December 12, 2024 from 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Farmington Civic Center

The Heather McGaughey Youth Theatre program is excited to present A Charlie Brown Christmas on Thursday, December 12th-Saturday, December 14th at 7:30pm. There will also be a special matinee on Saturday, December 14th at 2:00pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 12, 2024 through Dec 14, 2024

Categories: Family Friendly, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater

Kristkindlmarkt Winter Wonder Arts Festival

All day Dec 13, 2024 | Zion Lutheran Church

The Annual Kristkindlmarkt will take place at the Zion Lutheran Church from 5:00-8:00 pm on Friday, December 13. It will be open from 9:00 am-4:00 pm on Saturday, December 14.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 13, 2024 through Dec 14, 2024

Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Festivals, Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays

Christmas Lunch

December 13, 2024 from 11:00am - 1:00pm | Bonnie Dallas Senior Center

Join the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center for this celebratory holiday lunch.

Evening of Lights

December 13, 2024 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Aztec Ruins

Aztec Ruins National Monument will host the annual Evening of Lights holiday display. This event celebrates New Mexico traditions with hundreds of luminarias while illuminating the Aztec West great house with over one hundred LED lanterns. The lantern display is a one-night-only event and a time to experience Aztec West in a new light.

AstroFriday

December 13, 2024 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm | San Juan College Planetarium, Room 1723

Join David Mayeux, San Juan College Planetarium, for AstroFriday and enjoy the beauty and wonder of the night sky. This monthly program is a huge hit with local stargazers!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 13, 2024 through Apr 4, 2025

Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays

San Juan College Symphonic Band

December 13, 2024 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Henderson Fine Arts Center

The esteemed San Juan College Symphonic Band will present a delightful and action-packed program, conducted by Dr. Teun B. Fetz. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy an evening of live music.

Aztec Sparkles

All day Dec 14, 2024 | Aztec, New Mexico

Aztec celebrates Christmas with Aztec Sparkles on Saturday, December 14, 2024!

San Juan Center For Independence Christmas Bazaar

December 14, 2024 from 9:00am - 2:00pm | San Juan Center for Independence

Experience the joy of the holiday season while making a difference when you shop or visit the San Juan Center for Independence Christmas Bazaar on December 14th!

Bloomfield Craft Fair

December 14, 2024 from 9:00am - 3:00pm | Bloomfield High School North Gym

Looking to get started on your Christmas shopping? The 12th Annual Fran Templeton Memorial Craft Fair is a great place to do just that!

Morning with Santa

December 14, 2024 from 9:00am - 12:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center

Who has their Christmas list ready to go? If so, come spend the Morning with Santa at the Sycamore Park Community Center and give it to the big guy yourself!

Bar D Wranglers at Christmas

December 14, 2024 from 11:00am - 7:00pm | First Baptist Church Aztec

Experience a very special afternoon with the Bar D Wranglers that will bring your heart back to the true meaning of Christmas! There will be three performance times to choose from. Space is limited so reserve seats early!

Santa at the Leanor

December 14, 2024 from 12:00pm - 9:00pm | The Leanor

Come meet Santa at The Leanor and enjoy the Aztec’s Sparkles Festival!

Categories: Holiday Events, Winter Holidays

San Juan College Jazz Ensemble

December 16, 2024 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Connie Gotsch Theatre

San Juan College Jazz Ensemble will perform in the Connie Gotsch Theatre beginning at 7:00pm on Monday, December 16th.

3 Redneck Tenors Christmas SPEC-TAC-YULE-AR

December 17, 2024 from 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Historic Totah Theater

Come and take a magical, musical Christmas journey with the 3 Redneck Tenors at the Historic Totah Theater!

SJC Orchestra Concert

December 19, 2024 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | San Juan College Henderson Performance Hall

San Juan College Orchestra performs!

Christmas with Chevel

December 20, 2024 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Hills Church

Enjoy a Christmas Concert with Chevel at the Hills Church!

African Drumming Ensemble

December 20, 2024 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Connie Gotsch Theatre

Enjoy an evening of world music when the San Juan College West African Drumming Ensemble performs!

Winter Solstice Observation

All day Dec 21, 2024 | Chaco and Aztec Ruins

On Saturday, December 21, 2024 the public is invited to observe the winter solstice alignment at Chaco Culture National Historical Park and Aztec Ruins National Monument.

Many Hogans' Holiday Art Market

December 21, 2024 from 9:00am - 6:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

The Many Hogans Holiday Art Market is a fantastic place to kick-start your holiday shopping!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 23, 2024 through Dec 22, 2024

Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Festivals, Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays

Winter Solstice Event

December 21, 2024 from 11:00am - 12:30pm | Farmington Public Library

Celebrate the Winter Solstice in Farmington and witness the architectural wonder of our library as the sun frames the Winter Solstice marker at exactly 12 noon!

Navajo Sash Belt and Tsiiyééł with Irene

December 21, 2024 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Farmington Museum

Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 21st at the Farmington Museum from 12:00- 2:00pm for a FREE demonstration and brief history of the Navajo Sash Belt!

Ignite the Mic

January 18, 2025 from 6:00pm - 11:00pm | High Desert Club at SunRay Park & Casino

Ready to experience an unforgettable night of live music? Then get ready for Ignite the Mic in the High Desert Club at SunRay Park & Casino!

You Must Know Yourself to Grow Yourself

All day Feb 10, 2025 | Casa Blanca Inn & Suites

A two day event highlighting DISC Communication and how to better understand your communication style!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Feb 10, 2025 through Feb 11, 2025

Dirty Dancing in Concert

February 28, 2025 from 7:30pm - 10:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

Join the Farmington Civic Center for Dirty Dancing in Concert, the classic film’s first live film-to-concert experience!

Dragons and Mythical Beasts Live

March 4, 2025 from 7:30am - 9:00am | Farmington Civic Center

Unveil a myriad of dark secrets and come face to face with some of the most magnificent monsters and terrifying beasts ever to walk the earth at Dragons and Mythical Beasts Live!

Piedra Vista Baseball Invitational

March 13, 2025 from 11:00am - 7:00pm | Ricketts Park

The Piedra Vista Baseball Invitational comes to Ricketts Park on March 13th-15th.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Mar 13, 2025 through Mar 15, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports

Linda Crabtree Softball Tourney

March 20, 2025 from 9:00am - 7:00pm | Fairgrounds Park & Farmington Sports Complex

Come support our local softball teams as they face off against competitors from here in New Mexico and Arizona!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Mar 20, 2025 through Mar 22, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Outdoors & Sports

Live Horse Racing

April 18, 2025 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm | SunRay Park & Casino

SunRay Park & Casino brings live horse racing to Farmington! The 2025 racing season will be April 18th through May 25th. Live horse racing every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with post time at 1:15pm. Admission is free and special activities and themes are featured weekly.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Apr 18, 2025 through May 25, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events

The Doo Wop Project

May 10, 2025 from 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

The Doo Wop Project begins at the beginning: tracing the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sound of five guys singing harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits on the radio today!

Riverfest

All day May 23, 2025 | Berg and Animas Parks

Area rivers are celebrated with a festival of music, food, activities and entertainment. This festive celebration takes place along the Animas river trails, from Berg Park to Animas Park in Farmington.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs May 23, 2025 through May 25, 2025

Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events

Downtown Makers Market

June 5, 2025 from 3:00pm - 8:00pm | Orchard & Main Downtown Farmington

Explore the Makers Market for locally made and grown treasures! Hosted every Thursday evening in Orchard Park, historic downtown Farmington.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 5, 2025 through Sep 25, 2025

Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Signature Events

Farmington Grower's Market

June 21, 2025 from 8:00am - 12:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

The Farmington Growers Market is a public market that brings together locally grown food, hand-made crafts, and our community. Saturday market runs from 8:00am - 12:00pm (9:00am to 12:00pm in October) throughout the season. The Tuesday market will begin in July and run from 4:30 to 7:00pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 21, 2025 through Oct 25, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events

Freedom Days

All day Jul 3, 2025 | Farmington, New Mexico

Join Farmington, NM as we celebrate the Fourth of July with Freedom Days, our multi-day celebration, in its 39th year!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 3, 2025 through Jul 6, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Signature Events

Tuesday Farmington Growers Market

July 15, 2025 from 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

Shop locally for fresh produce and other locally made food products at the Grower's Market at the Farmington Museum & Visitor Center. Enjoy fresh foods from local farmers and growers. The market is held every Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:00pm through September.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 15, 2025 through Sep 30, 2025

Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Music & Theater

Totah Festival

All day Aug 29, 2025 | Farmington Civic Center

Since 1988 Totah Festival has been an annual celebration in Farmington, featuring quality Native American art from across the region.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Aug 29, 2025 through Aug 31, 2025

Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Signature Events

Four Corners 4x4 Week

All day Sep 1, 2025 | Location varies by event

Join us in Farmington for 4x4 fun as we roll out the red carpet for the 2025 W.E. Rock Grand Nationals competitors! Complete with trail rides, a massive 4x4 show and Downtown Takeover, and the World Extreme Rock Crawling competition - we have plenty of 4x4 fun for everyone!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 1, 2025 through Sep 7, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events

Four Corners Balloon Rally

All day Sep 26, 2025 | Lake Farmington, Piedra Vista High School, Additional Locations TBD

Enjoy three days of wonder in Farmington, New Mexico, as hot air balloons from across the nation take flight over the city in the mornings and light up the night at set locations each evening.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 26, 2025 through Sep 28, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events

Road Apple Rally

October 4, 2025 from 7:00am - 1:00pm | Lions Wilderness Park

Each October, mountain bikers meet in Farmington, New Mexico to compete in the annual Road Apple Rally! The Road Apple Rally is a favorite for professional and new riders and is celebrating 44 years of racing this year.

Upcoming Events

All Upcoming Events

Upcoming
Events