Art & Museums
Pictorial: Modern and Contemporary Native American Painting
July 12, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
Pictorial: Modern and Contemporary Native American Painting is a powerful new exhibit celebrating nearly 100 years of Indigenous pictorial expression.
The event runs Apr 17, 2025 through Oct 5, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Visions of Shiprock
July 12, 2025 from 10:00am - 4:00pm | Museum of Navajo Art and Culture
The Farmington Museum is excited to announce two new exhibits coming to the Museum of Navajo Art and Culture in downtown Farmington, Visions of Shiprock and Diné weavings from the Bob and Mary Culpepper Collection.
The event runs Feb 1, 2025 through Dec 31, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Dibé Bíghaa': The Weaving of T'iis Názbąs
July 12, 2025 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.
The event runs Nov 16, 2024 through Jul 30, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Miguel Trujillo: New Mexico's Unknown Civil Rights Hero
July 12, 2025 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village
Step back in time and learn about New Mexico's unknown civil Rights hero, Miguel Trujillo (1904-1989) on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2pm during a free public program in Aztec's Pioneer Village.
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Free, Local Look
Toddler Playdate
July 16, 2025 from 10:00am - 11:00am | E3 Children’s Museum & Science Center
Toddler Playdate at the E3 Children's Museum & Science Center.
The event runs Apr 30, 2025 through May 27, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
E3 Children's Museum- Pixel Play
July 16, 2025 from 11:30am - 1:00pm | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
Level Up for engaging gaming creations!
The event runs Jul 9, 2025 through Jul 18, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free
Little Feather, Big Stories
July 16, 2025 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Museum of Navajo Art & Culture
Don't miss this free summer program centered around the Navajo Language at the Museum of Navajo Art & Culture!
The event runs Jun 4, 2025 through Jul 31, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Downtown Makers Market
July 17, 2025 from 3:00pm - 7:00pm | Orchard & Main Downtown Farmington
Explore the Makers Market for locally made and grown treasures! Hosted every Thursday evening in Orchard Park, historic downtown Farmington.
The event runs Jun 5, 2025 through Sep 25, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
Friday Fun
July 18, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:30am | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
Celebrate Friday with some fun for toddlers at E3 Children's Museum & Science Center, every Friday from 10:30 to 11:15 am.
The event runs Jul 11, 2025 through Jul 31, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
The Native Table: A Culinary Journey
July 19, 2025 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Farmington Museum
Join the Farmington Museum for a hands-on cooking class to dive into the rich culinary traditions of Native American cuisine! Culinary sessions will be held on May 24, June 21, and July 19.
The event runs May 24, 2025 through Jul 19, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Local Look, Workshop
E3 Children's Museum- Make and Play Workshop
July 23, 2025 from 11:30am - 1:00pm | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
Join E3 Children's Museum for a hands-on Make & Play Workshop, where creativity and fun come together!
The event runs Jul 23, 2025 through Aug 1, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free
First Friday at The Heart Gallery
August 1, 2025 from 5:30pm - 8:00pm | Heart Gallery
Celebrate the local art scene on the first Friday of every month at the Heart Gallery! The featured artist in May will be Ginger Neeley.
The event runs Mar 7, 2025 through Sep 12, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Native Arts and Crafts Fair at the Farmington Museum
August 2, 2025 from 11:00am - 3:30pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
The Farmington Museum is hosting their 2nd annual Native Arts & Crafts Fair!
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
"Music at the Museum" featuring the Jeff Solon Swing'n Big Band
August 8, 2025 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village
Join the Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village for a free concert featuring Jeff Solon Swing'n Big Band!
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look
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.
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
Indigenous Cultural Arts Festival
September 13, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Aztec Ruins National Monument
Mark your calendars for September 13th! Aztec Ruins National Monument will host the annual Indigenous Cultural Arts Festival starting at 10:00 am!
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
Southwest Apple & Chile Fest
All day Oct 3, 2025 | Historic Downtown Farmington
Join the fun and take part in Farmington's Southwest Apple & Chile Fest! This special event celebrates our thriving art scene and unique history with apples and chile via a family-friendly festival in Historic Downtown. More information coming soon!
The event runs Oct 3, 2025 through Oct 4, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
San Juan Quilters Guild Quilt Show
October 10, 2025 from 10:00am - 6:00pm | McGee Park
The 2025 San Juan Quilters Guild "Quilting Through the Seasons" Quilt Show will be held at McGee Park. Join us for vendors, door prizes, demonstrations, and the chance to win a quilt made by one of our members!! Hours will be: Friday 10:00am-6:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm
The event runs Oct 10, 2025 through Oct 11, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Local Look
Hispanic Heritage Fest Day
October 11, 2025 from 2:00pm - 6:00pm | Farmington Museum
Join us as we celebrate the Latin culture at the Farmington Museum!
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look
Native American Heritage Month - 2 Hour Zumba with Chelsea Begay
November 22, 2025 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum
Farmington Museum invites you to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with them!
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
Small Business Saturday
November 29, 2025 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm | 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!
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Winter Holidays
Winter Solstice Observation
All day Dec 21, 2025 | Chaco and Aztec Ruins
On December 21 and 22, 2025, the public is invited to observe the winter solstice alignment at Chaco Culture National Historical Park and Aztec Ruins National Monument.
The event runs Dec 21, 2025 through Dec 22, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays