Art & Museums
Your Story is Part of This Place: A Community Call for Stories, Recipes & Memories
All day May 7, 2026 | Visit Farmington
Help shape a future exhibit at the Farmington Museum & Visitor Center by sharing your story. Community members are invited to contribute recipes, sayings, and family histories that reflect the cultures, traditions, and experiences of our region. Your submission may become part of the exhibit or associated programs, preserving the voices and memories that make Farmington and San Juan County, New Mexico, feel like home.
The event runs Mar 31, 2026 through May 9, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
San Juan College Spring Art Student Exhibit
May 7, 2026 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery
Artwork that is sure to appeal to a wide variety of tastes is what you’ll find at the San Juan College Spring Art Student Exhibit.
The event runs Apr 17, 2026 through May 8, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free
Lowrider Culture in the United States
May 7, 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
"S" is for Science
May 7, 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
Trails and Tales
May 7, 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
May 7, 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
STEAM Activities at E3 Children's Museum
May 7, 2026 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center
Join E³ Children's Museum every week for E-mazing STEAM! Explore, create, and discover how science, technology, engineering, art, and math come together in the most unexpected ways.
The event runs Jan 15, 2026 through May 28, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Friday Fun
May 8, 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
Early Explorers
May 8, 2026 from 10:30am - 11:15am | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center
E³ Children's Museum & Science Center hosts Early Explorers for Preschoolers from 10:30 - 11:15am on Fridays!
The event runs Jan 16, 2026 through Jun 26, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Mother's Day Craft Fair
May 9, 2026 from 10:00am - 4:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
Find the perfect Mother’s Day gift at the Farmington Museum—shop local, discover one-of-a-kind treasures, and treat yourself while you’re at it!
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Arts & Crafts for Kids at the Sycamore Park Community Center!
May 11, 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
Once Upon a Page
May 12, 2026 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Riverside Nature Center
Once Upon a Page is a FREE weekly program where kids of all ages can write, draw, and doodle around a fun new theme. Explore your imagination, try something new, and let the Riverside Nature Center be your creative playground!
The event runs Sep 2, 2025 through Aug 25, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Wonders on Wheels Mobile Museum
All day May 13, 2026 | Various Libraries in San Juan County
Come tour this ALL AGES, INTERACTIVE mobile museum exhibition exploring "The Arts of Democracy in New Mexico." PLEASE READ THE FULL DESCRIPTION FOR SCHEDULE OF DATES AND TIMES PER LOCATION.
The event runs May 13, 2026 through May 14, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free
Toddler Playdate
May 13, 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
Studio 3:30
May 13, 2026 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center
Join E³ Children's Museum & Science Center for Studio 3:30 on Wednesdays from 3:30pm to 4:30pm.
The event runs Jan 21, 2026 through May 27, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity, Rites of Passage, and Spirituality
May 15, 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 20 to September 19, 2026.
The event runs May 15, 2026 through Sep 19, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Lowrider Culture: Meet & Greet with Joe Hernandez
May 15, 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
Music at the Museum
May 15, 2026 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village
Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village is kicking off their 2026 "Music at the Museum" Summer Concert Series on Friday, May 15 with local favorite, Stillwater Band 505.
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports
Fine Arts Show & Plein Air
All day May 22, 2026 | Berg Park
Stop by River Reach Terrace. Local and regional artists’ work in oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, drawings, photography, digital art, jewelry, sculpture, metal art, and mixed media. Hosted by the Northwest New Mexico Arts Council.
The event runs May 22, 2026 through May 24, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports
Riverfest
All day May 22, 2026 | 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.
The event runs May 22, 2026 through May 24, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
The Aztec UFO Incident: Fact of Fiction?
May 30, 2026 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village
Step into Aztec’s hidden UFO history and uncover the mystery beyond Roswell! Join us at Pioneer Village for a fascinating look at local sightings, legends, and lore—where fact meets fiction and curiosity takes flight. Free, fun, and open to all… extraterrestrials included.
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Downtown Makers Market
June 4, 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
One Room School House Experience
June 5, 2026 from 9:15am - 3:00pm | Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village
Back by popular demand! Students step back in time and head back to school for a day in the Pioneer Village's One-Room School House. This unique experience simulates a day at school during Aztec's pioneer era with Reading, Writing and 'Rithmetic. ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. COST $25.
The event runs Jun 5, 2026 through Jun 26, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Local Look
Art Walk
June 5, 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
If These Walls Could Talk: A Picnic Fundraiser at Historic Tully House in Flora Vista
June 6, 2026 from 11:00am - 1:00pm | Meet at Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village
Guests will meet at the Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village, 125 N. Main Avenue at 10:30am and carpool to the rural site in Flora Vista. (On-site parking limited.) Limited space; reservations required.
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Local Look
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 Festival
All day Sep 4, 2026 | Farmington Civic Center
Since 1988 Totah 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