Upcoming Events & Festivals | Visit Farmington, NM: Downtown

Blast to the Future

October 6, 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. Participants can contribute at both E³ Children's Museum and the Farmington Museum.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 4, 2026 through Oct 31, 2026

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

Farmington Night Out

October 6, 2026 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Historic Downtown Farmington

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors downtown for Farmington Night Out!

Toddler Playdate

October 7, 2026 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | E³ Children’s Museum & Science Center

Toddler Playdate at the E³ Children's Museum & Science Center.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Apr 30, 2025 through Dec 30, 2026

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

The Art of Jerald Sherman

October 7, 2026 from 10:00am - 4:00pm | Museum of Navajo Art and Culture

Celebrating the Art and Heritage of Jerald Sherman. Discover the distinctive work of renowned Navajo and Hopi artist Jerald Sherman, whose paintings beautifully blend traditional Indigenous influences with contemporary artistic expression. This special exhibition celebrates his cultural heritage, artistic journey, and lasting contributions to the Native art community.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 2, 2026 through Dec 12, 2026

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

Creative Connections

October 7, 2026 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center

Young artists (ages 6+) are invited to explore, experiment, and express themselves through hands-on art experiences.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 2, 2026 through Dec 23, 2026

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

"S" is for Science

October 8, 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!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 23, 2025 through Dec 31, 2026

Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Downtown

STEAM Activities at E3 Children's Museum

October 8, 2026 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center

Join E³ Children's Museum every week in October for STEAM and Scream! Explore, create, and discover how science, technology, engineering, art, and math come together in the most unexpected ways.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 1, 2026 through Oct 29, 2026

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

Mystic Mothers' Farmington Family HUI

October 8, 2026 from 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Mystic Mothers' Doula Care

Find Your Village: Family HUI—Connect, learn, and grow together with support for families, caregivers, and little ones ages 0–5.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 24, 2026 through Dec 10, 2026

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Workshop, Downtown

Rising Writers with DelSheree Spinner

October 8, 2026 from 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore

Join bestselling author, DelSheree Spinner, in a small-group setting for Q&A about getting started in publishing and how to prepare to be a guest on podcasts to market your writing.

Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look, Downtown

Banned Books Week

October 9, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Quill and Quest Bookstore

During Banned Book Week we celebrate the freedom to read and honor the voices that some have tried to silence. From timeless classics to modern must-reads, banned and challenged books remind us that stories have power—power to inspire, to challenge, and to change the world. This week Quill & Quest will celebrate with a special Read-In and Trivia Night!

Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look, Downtown

San Juan Symphony Fundraiser - Black & White Bash: A Feast for the Senses

October 9, 2026 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Artifacts 302

Join the San Juan Symphony for an unforgettable evening of food, music, and stories of edible inspiration, featuring award-winning Navajo chef Justin Pioche. This fundraiser is in support of the San Juan Symphony and its music and education programs throughout the Four Corners.

Fall Navajo Song & Dance

October 10, 2026 from 10:00am - 6:00pm | Farmington Indian Center

The public is invited to this fun social event, the Fall Navajo Song & Dance, which will close out the local Navajo Nation fair season.

Horror Book Club

October 10, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore

Something wicked is waiting: Join the Horror Book Club this October!

Rocky Horror Picture Show the Interactive Viewing

October 10, 2026 from 8:00pm - 10:30pm | Totah Theater

Experience The Rocky Horror Picture Show like never before at the historic Totah Theater, where live audience participation, raffle prizes, costumes, and theatrical flair turn a cult classic into an unforgettable local arts event. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-timer, come ready to dress up, join the madness, and be part of the show!

Sunday's Best Car Meet

October 11, 2026 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | Artifacts Gallery

Start your Sunday in style! Join Artifacts Gallery every second Sunday from 10am–12pm, May through October. Bring your car, bike, truck, UTV—or anything with wheels—and enjoy great rides, great people with coffee, lemonade and water provided.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Aug 9, 2026 through Oct 11, 2026

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

Women’s Cancer Awareness Luncheon and Style Show

October 14, 2026 from 10:30am - 1:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

Join San Juan Medical Foundation for an afternoon of celebration, friendship, food and fashion! Tickets go on sale October 1, 2026.

Categories: Local Look, Downtown

Trivia Night at Quill and Quest Bookstore

October 16, 2026 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore

Join Quill & Quest Bookstore for their Spooky Trivia Night!!

Book Release Party

October 17, 2026 from 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore

You're invited to Quill & Quest Bookstore for a special book release for Local Author, Diane Mittler's newest book, Ready to Ride.

New Mexico Fly Fishing Film Festival

October 17, 2026 from 2:30pm - 5:00pm | Totah Theater

The New Mexico Fly Fishing Film Festival comes to Farmington for the first time!

Pumpkin Painting Night

October 17, 2026 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore

Inspired by your favorite book? Come to Quill & Quest to paint your favorite book cover on a pumpkin!

Jekyll & Hyde the Musical

All day Oct 22, 2026 | Farmington Civic Center

Unleash Your Dark Side! Witness the chilling battle between good and evil in Jekyll & Hyde: Presented by Four Corners Musical Theatre Company—a thrilling, suspense-filled musical with powerful performances, haunting pop-rock songs, and unforgettable twists. Don't miss this electrifying production at the Farmington Civic Center! PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION FOR FULL SCHEDULE OF DATES AND TIMES.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 22, 2026 through Nov 1, 2026

Categories: Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Downtown

Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club

October 23, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore

Join Quill & Quest for their October Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club adventure!

Stitch and Story Night

October 23, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore

A cozy evening of yarn, friendship, and fiction at Quill & Quest Bookstore!

Write to Publish Writers Workshop

October 24, 2026 from 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore

Write to Publish: Story Structure Workshop with DelSheree Spinner

Blending Fantasy and Romance Book Club

October 24, 2026 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore

Join Quill & Quest Bookstore for their Blending Fantasy and Romance Book Club. Meetings held every last Saturday of the month at 6pm!

Nosferatu in Concert

October 28, 2026 from 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Totah Theater

Step into the golden age of the movie palace for a spine-tingling evening of F.W. Murnau’s Nosferatu, accompanied live by the acclaimed Peacherine Ragtime Society Orchestra. Experience this legendary silent horror classic on the big screen with haunting music, vintage glamour, and chills that have endured for more than a century.

Hunger Games Book Club

October 29, 2026 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Quill & Quest Bookstore

May the Odds Be Ever in Your Favor: Join Quill & Quest for their last meeting of the Hunger Games Book Club!

Broadway the Calla-Way!

November 6, 2026 from 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

The Tony-nominated Callaway sisters are coming to the Farmington Civic Center!

Kids Business Fair

November 7, 2026 from 9:00am - 3:00pm | SJC Henderson Fine Arts Building

San Juan College is excited to be home to the 3rd annual Kids Business Fair on Saturday, November 7th from 9:00am-3:00pm.

Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble

November 21, 2026 from 9:00am - 11:00am | Orchard Plaza

Calling all runners and walkers! It’s time for the Turkey Trot & Gobble Wobble! Sign up for the 5k Turkey Trot, 2 mile Gobble Wobble, or just come for fun!