Art & Museums
Lowrider Culture in the United States
July 6, 2026 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
Lowrider Culture in the United States is a Smithsonian traveling exhibition that explores the artistic expression, the history, and the community of lowriding in America. The Farmington Museum will host this traveling exhibition from April 25 to July 25, 2026.
The event runs Apr 25, 2026 through Jul 25, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Ongoing Events
Arts & Crafts for Kids at the Sycamore Park Community Center!
July 6, 2026 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center
Does you kid love doing Arts & Crafts? if so, Sycamore Park Community Center wants to see them every Monday and Wednesday at 3:00pm!
The event runs Jan 19, 2026 through Dec 30, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Blast to the Future
July 7, 2026 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center
E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center invites participants to create a mission patch, write a letter to their future selves, and contribute both to a community time capsule that will be sealed for 25 years. Imagine your future, preserve your hopes and dreams, and discover how your story unfolds when the capsule is reopened in 2051.
The event runs Jul 4, 2026 through Nov 1, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
Red, White and YOU!—from 1776 to Today
July 7, 2026 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm | E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center
250 Years of Freedom, Fun & Discovery!
The event runs Jun 30, 2026 through Jul 10, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look
Toddler Playdate
July 8, 2026 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center
Toddler Playdate at the E³ Children's Museum & Science Center.
The event runs Apr 30, 2025 through Aug 26, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity, Rites of Passage, and Spirituality
July 8, 2026 from 10:00am - 4:00pm | Museum of Navajo Art & Culture
The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity, Rites of Passage, and Spirituality is a traveling exhibition that features hats and headdresses from 42 countries. It is a tribute to the stunning diversity of the world’s cultures. This exhibit will be on display at the Museum of Navajo Art & Culture from May 16 to September 19, 2026.
The event runs May 16, 2026 through Sep 19, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
Whisk Takers: A Cooking Class for Teens
July 8, 2026 from 11:00am - 12:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
Calling all aspiring young chefs ages 13-18! Join our fun and interactive cooking classes led by our wonderful instructors, Rosalind Waters and Chelsea Begay.
The event runs Jul 1, 2026 through Jul 29, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events
"S" is for Science
July 9, 2026 from 10:30am - 11:15am | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center
“S” is for Science! Join the STEAM to Read program for stories, hands-on experiments, and fun discoveries for kids 4 and up. Starts at 10:30am—come spark curiosity and have fun!
The event runs Oct 23, 2025 through Aug 27, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
Trails and Tales
July 9, 2026 from 11:00am - 12:00pm | Riverside Nature Center
Take a laid-back walk and dive into the stories of the Animas—nature, history, wildlife, and more—all in just half a mile!
The event runs Apr 23, 2026 through Aug 27, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports
Art is for Everyone at the Sycamore Park Community Center
July 9, 2026 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center
Local Artist, Crystal Hazen, and The Arc present an art class proving that Art is for Everyone! The class meets every Thursday at 12:00pm, with art shows held on the last Friday of the month!
The event runs Jan 5, 2024 through Dec 17, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Downtown Makers Market
July 9, 2026 from 3:00pm - 8:30pm | Orchard & Main Downtown Farmington
Explore the Makers Market for locally made and grown treasures! Hosted every Thursday evening in Orchard Park, historic downtown Farmington.
The event runs Jun 4, 2026 through Sep 24, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Signature Events, Downtown
Friday Fun
July 10, 2026 from 10:30am - 11:15am | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center
Celebrate Friday with fun for toddlers at E³ Children's Museum & Science Center. Fridays from 10:30 -11:15am.
The event runs May 1, 2026 through Aug 28, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown
Stories We Wear
July 11, 2026 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Museum of Navajo Art & Culture
Join the Museum of Navajo Art & Culture for Stories We Wear: Headwear & Identity Tour and Activity.
The event runs Jul 11, 2026 through Aug 8, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Downtown
Chrome, Color, and Culture
July 14, 2026 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm | E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center
Every lowrider tells a story. Explore the colors, patterns, and designs that make each ride one of a kind!
The event runs Jul 14, 2026 through Jul 18, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Downtown
Amazing Mammals Around Us
July 18, 2026 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
Go wild with mammals—Come learn all about these amazing mammals at the Farmington Museum!
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Making their Mark
July 21, 2026 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm | E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center
Making their Mark - Masters of Art Bingo. Explore art in a whole new way with Artist Bingo! Pick up a card and complete fun, hands-on challenges inspired by different artists, styles, and materials.
The event runs Jul 21, 2026 through Jul 31, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Downtown
Lowrider Culture: Meet & Greet with Joe Hernandez
July 24, 2026 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
Join the Farmington Museum for this special Meet & Greet with Joe Hernandez—the creator of the iconic "Lowrider Man."
The event runs May 15, 2026 through Jul 24, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Wonders on Wheels Mobile Museum
July 31, 2026 from 10:00am - 2:00pm | E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center
Come tour this ALL AGES, INTERACTIVE mobile museum exhibition exploring "The Arts of Democracy in New Mexico."
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free
Festive Fridays
August 7, 2026 from 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Sycamore Park Community Center
Celebrate the seasons at Sycamore Park Community Center’s Festive Fridays—every first Friday of the month at 4pm! Kids will enjoy themed crafts, games, music, and activities inspired by holidays and seasonal fun. From spooky to snowy and everything in between, each month brings a brand-new adventure for all ages.
The event runs Feb 6, 2026 through Dec 4, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Totah Fine Arts Festival
All day Sep 4, 2026 | Farmington Civic Center
Since 1988 Totah Fine Arts Festival has been an annual celebration in Farmington, featuring quality Native American art from across the region.
The event runs Sep 4, 2026 through Sep 6, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Signature Events, Downtown
Art Walk
October 2, 2026 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Downtown Farmington
Meet and chat with some of the best local artists in our community at the Historic Downtown Farmington Art Walk!
The event runs Jun 5, 2026 through Oct 2, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Downtown