Upcoming Events & Festivals | Visit Farmington, NM: Free

Small Wonders: Insects in Focus

November 18, 2025 from 9:00am - 4:00pm | Riverside Nature Center

Come experience "Small Wonders: Insects in Focus." At the Riverside Nature Center now until January 7, 2026.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 11, 2025 through Jan 7, 2026

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

Plein Air Painters of the Four Corners

November 18, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

The Farmington Museum welcomes the return of the Plein Air Painters of the Four Corners. For twenty-four years, this group has been dedicated to creating art outdoors, a practice called plein air, which allows for direct observation in capturing light, shadow, and color.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 7, 2025 through Jan 9, 2026

Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look

Objects Tell Stories

November 18, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

Objects Tell Stories. On Display in the Big Gallery through March 2026

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 3, 2025 through Mar 31, 2026

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

San Juan Quilters Guild Quilt Show

November 18, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

Come to the Farmington Museum for the San Juan Quilters Guild "The Anything and Everything Quilt Show."

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 10, 2025 through Dec 13, 2025

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

Storytime at the Farmington Public Library

November 18, 2025 from 10:00am - 11:00am | Farmington Public Library

Spark your little one's love for reading at Storytime at the Farmington Public Library! Storytime takes place every Monday and Tuesday from 10:00-11:00am.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 27, 2025 through Dec 16, 2025

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

Tween Topics

November 18, 2025 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Farmington Public Library

Art, Technology & Gaming for Tweens: Join us every Tuesday from 4–6 PM in the Youth Services area at the Farmington Public Library!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 28, 2025 through Dec 30, 2025

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

Family Games & Goodies

November 18, 2025 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Farmington Public Library

Join us every Tuesday from 4–6 PM at the Farmington Public Library for board games, fun for all ages, and tasty snacks. Staff will help with rules and game suggestions—just show up and play!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 28, 2025 through Dec 30, 2025

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

Teen Takeover

November 18, 2025 from 8:10pm - 9:10pm | Farmington Public Library

Every Tuesday from 4–6 PM, teens ages 13–18 can hang out in the Teen Zone at the Farmington Public Library for crafts, games, tech projects, and more. Try something new each week—bring friends and make the space your own!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 28, 2025 through Dec 30, 2025

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

Studio 3:30

November 19, 2025 from 3:30am - 4:30am | 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 8, 2025 through Jan 28, 2026

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

Toddler Playdate

November 19, 2025 from 10:00am - 11:00am | 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 May 27, 2026

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

Visions of Shiprock

November 19, 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Feb 1, 2025 through Dec 31, 2025

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

Untangled Threads

November 19, 2025 from 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Farmington Public Library

If you enjoy knitting, crochet, embroidery, and or cross stitch join fellow creators at the Farmington Public Library for Untangled Threads!

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

Categories: Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

San Juan College Charity Bowl Sale

November 20, 2025 from 9:00am - 5:00pm | San Juan College Henderson Fine Arts Center

Hand-made, one-of-a-kind ceramic creations and the best soup in town are combined for the annual San Juan College Charity Bowl Sale. The sale will be held on Thursday, November 20th, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Friday, November 21st from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 20, 2025 through Nov 21, 2025

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

A Magical Mystery Tour of Color and Light

November 20, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Henderson Performance Hall at San Juan College

Explore the colorful masterpieces from the ENCORE students.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 20, 2025 through Dec 18, 2025

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

Baby Storytime

November 20, 2025 from 10:00am - 11:00am | Farmington Public Library

Introduce your little one to the magic of books at the Farmington Public Library's Baby Storytime!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 30, 2025 through Mar 5, 2026

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

"S" is for Science

November 20, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:15am | Riverside Nature Center

“S” is for Science! Join our 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 May 28, 2026

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

Income Tax Planning for Small Businesses

November 20, 2025 from 11:30am - 1:00pm | SBDC at San Juan College

Join us for an informative session with Steve Oldfield, CPA, as he shares with us what tax plans can be completed before the end of the year to help with your overall 2025 tax costs.

Categories: Free, Local Look, Workshop

STEAM Activities at E3 Children's Museum

November 20, 2025 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center

Trot on down to E3 Children's Museum for STEAM the Turkey! Every Thursday for the month of November we will be doing fun and exciting STEAM activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math)!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 6, 2025 through Nov 27, 2025

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

Night at the Library

November 20, 2025 from 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Farmington Public Library

The Farmington Public Library invites you to a Night at the Library!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 30, 2025 through Mar 5, 2026

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

Friday Fun

November 21, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:30am | 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 11, 2025 through Jul 31, 2026

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

Joystick Jamboree

November 21, 2025 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Farmington Public Library

Joystick Jamboree at the Farmington Public Library is a relaxed, social gaming event for all ages and skill levels.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 31, 2025 through Nov 21, 2025

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

Family Movie & Craft

November 21, 2025 from 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Farmington Public Library

Join us every Friday for Family Movie & Craft at the Library! Children ages 0–5 and their guardians can enjoy a movie together and create a themed craft, with all materials and guidance provided.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 24, 2025 through Dec 19, 2025

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

Hunter Education Instructor Training

November 22, 2025 from 8:00am - 6:00pm | Bloomfield Cultural Center

This required workshop certifies participants to teach both Traditional and Field Day Hunter Education courses and provides new instructors with their New Mexico Hunter Education certification. Participants must register in advance by becoming certified Game and Fish volunteers through the Department’s CIN system.

Native American Heritage Month - 2 Hour Zumba with Chelsea Begay

November 22, 2025 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Farmington Museum invites you to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with them!

Blending Fantasy and Romance Book Club

November 22, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Quill and Quest Bookstore

Join the Blending Fantasy and Romance Book Club as we dive into Blood of Hercules by Jasmine Mas.

Categories: Books & Lectures, Free, Local Look

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.

Tour & Taste Open House

November 30, 2025 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm | The Bridge of Farmington

The Bridge at Farmington is hosting a Thanksgiving Tour & Taste Open House on Sunday, November 30th from 1:00-3:00pm!

Categories: Free, Local Look

Sycamore Park Community Center Tree Lighting

December 1, 2025 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!

Farmington Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 3, 2025 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Farmington Civic Center

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

Christmas Parade

December 4, 2025 from 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Main Street in Downtown Farmington

Bundle up for A Very Chile Christmas Parade, through Historic Downtown Farmington, along Main Street.

Fresh Startup Friday

December 5, 2025 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 Nov 7, 2025 through Apr 3, 2026

Categories: Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

ICAN

December 5, 2025 from 10:00am - 11:00am | Bonnie Dallas Senior Center

Join us for ICAN – “Ideas for Cooking and Nutrition”! Learn easy cooking skills, make quick and budget-friendly meals, and discover simple ways to live healthier — all for FREE.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 7, 2025 through Dec 5, 2025

Categories: Free, Local Look, Workshop

Totah Fine Arts Winter Market

December 5, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

Discover one-of-a-kind holiday gifts and meet talented Southwestern artists at the first-ever Totah Fine Arts Winter Market, a two-day showcase of handcrafted creativity at the Farmington Museum!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 5, 2025 through Dec 6, 2025

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

Riverglo

December 5, 2025 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.

Evening of Lights

December 5, 2025 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.

Bloomfield Craft Fair

December 6, 2025 from 9:00am - 3:00pm | Bloomfield High School North Gym

Looking to wrap-up your Christmas shopping? The 13th Annual Fran Templeton Memorial Craft Fair is a great place to do just that!

Jingle & Mingle

December 6, 2025 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | Farmington Recreation Center

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

San Juan College Luminarias

December 6, 2025 from 5:00pm - 10:30pm | 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.

AstroFriday

December 6, 2025 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm | 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! Showtimes are at 6:30 and 7:30 pm with a stargaze after the last showing at 8:30 pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 7, 2025 through May 8, 2026

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

Bloomfield Christmas Parade

December 9, 2025 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Bloomfield

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

Polar Express Pajama Party

December 11, 2025 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Multicultural Center

All aboard for holiday fun at the Polar Express Pajama Party! Bring the kids in their PJs to meet Santa, enjoy festive activities, and take home a coloring book—free family fun for everyone!

Toys for Tots

December 13, 2025 from 9:00am - 4:00pm | Ziems Ford Corners

Bring an unwrapped gift for a young child or teen. There will be Whataburger cookies and more! And enjoy live performances!

The Cozy Cabin Craft Fair

December 13, 2025 from 10:00am - 4:00pm | Walter Collins-Upper Fruitland

Join the Farmington Women's Business Center for their Cozy Cabin Craft Fair!

Bugging Out: Edible Insects & A Bug's Life

December 13, 2025 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Riverside Nature Center

Bug out with us at the Riverside Nature Center! Craft, snack, and learn all about insects, then settle in for a free screening of A Bug’s Life—a fun, creepy-crawly adventure for the whole family!

Stitch and Story Night

December 19, 2025 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Quill and Quest Bookstore

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

Family STEAM Saturday

December 20, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:30am | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center

STEAM Saturdays are for the whole family to enjoy activities together. Don’t forget your imaginations!

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

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

Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair

December 20, 2025 from 11:00am - 3:00pm | Farmington Museum

Get ready to deck the halls at the Farmington Museum Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair!

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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 21, 2025 through Dec 22, 2025

Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays

Walk with a Doc

December 21, 2025 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Kiwanis Park

Take a step toward better health every 3rd Sunday of the month when you Walk with a Doc! The walking program is a fun and safe place to take a walk (at your own pace), learn health tips from local healthcare professionals, and meet new people. The event is FREE and all are welcome!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 16, 2025 through Jun 21, 2026

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

Happy NOON Year!

December 27, 2025 from 10:00am - 12:30pm | Farmington Civic Center

Come and ring in the New Year at NOON at the Farmington Civic Center with E3 Children's Museum & Science Center!