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Summer Solstice at Salmon Observatory

June 20, 2025 from 7:00am - 8:00am | Salmon Ruins Museum

Observe the summer solstice sunlight illuminating a 1,000-year-old feature through a narrow opening into a room at Salmon Ruins.

Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free

Pictorial: Modern and Contemporary Native American Painting

June 20, 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.

Can't make it on this day? 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

June 20, 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

Dibé Bíghaa': The Weaving of T'iis Názbąs

June 20, 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 16, 2024 through Jul 30, 2025

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

Friday Fun

June 20, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:00am | 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs May 2, 2025 through Jul 31, 2026

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

Farmington Grower's Market

June 21, 2025 from 8:00am - 12:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

The Farmington Growers Market is a public market that brings together locally grown food, hand-made crafts, and our community. The Saturday market is held June 21 through November 1, 2025 from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (9:00 am to 12:00 pm in October) throughout the season. The Tuesday market will begin July 1, 2025 and run from 4:30 to 7:00 pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 21, 2025 through Nov 1, 2025

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

Summer Terrace Concert Series

June 21, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

Join the Farmington Museum on the terrace by the river each Saturday evening (6-7:30pm) during the summer for local live entertainment at the Summer Terrace Music Series. Don’t forget your folding chair and dancing shoes.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 7, 2025 through Aug 30, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater

NutriMeals Speaker Series

June 24, 2025 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm | NutriMeals

Don't miss the information forum at NutriMeals! Local trainers, nutritionists and other health/wellness specialists will present on a variety of topics every Tuesday in June and July.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 3, 2025 through Jul 30, 2025

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

Toddler Playdate

June 25, 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

Little Feather, Big Stories

June 25, 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!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 4, 2025 through Jul 31, 2025

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

"S" is for Science--Meet the Quirkles!

June 26, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:30am | Riverside Nature Center

Bring your little scientists to the Riverside Nature Center to meet the Quirkles from 10:30 am to 11:15 am on Thursdays!

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

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

Downtown Makers Market

June 26, 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 5, 2025 through Sep 25, 2025

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

Cottonwood Concert Series

June 27, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Farmington Public Library

Join us at the Farmington Public Library for our Cottonwood Concert Series!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 10, 2025 through Aug 12, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events

Where are the Totally Ninja Racoons?

All day Jul 1, 2025 | Amy's Bookcase and participating locations

Join the hunt and spot the Totally Ninja Racoons in local businesses to qualify for some totally awesome prizes!

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

Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free

Tuesday Farmington Growers Market

July 1, 2025 from 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

Shop locally for fresh produce and other locally made food products at the Grower's Market at the Farmington Museum & Visitor Center. Enjoy fresh foods from local farmers and growers. The market is held every Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:00pm through September.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 1, 2025 through Oct 28, 2025

Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Music & Theater

Freedom Days

All day Jul 2, 2025 | Farmington, New Mexico

Join Farmington, NM as we celebrate the Fourth of July with Freedom Days, our multi-day celebration, in its 39th year! This year's dates are July 2-6, 2025 and include the Electric Light Parade, Gem & Mineral Show, concerts, July 3rd Fireworks, Party in the Park and so much more!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 2, 2025 through Jul 6, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Signature Events

Dan Weisselberg Trio

July 2, 2025 from 7:30pm - 9:00pm | The Totah Theater

Enjoy an evening with the Dan Weisselberg Trio at the Totah Theater! This is a free concert.

Freedom Days Fireworks

July 3, 2025 from 9:25pm - 9:45pm | Sullivan Hill

Join the fun of celebrating Farmington's Freedom Days with the annual Fireworks Display on July 3, 2025.

First Friday at The Heart Gallery

July 4, 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Mar 7, 2025 through Sep 12, 2025

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

Freedom Days Parade

July 4, 2025 from 9:00pm - 10:00pm | Historic Downtown Main Street

Celebrate the 4th of July with the Freedom Days Electric Light Parade in Historic Downtown Farmington, NM!

Bloomfield Fireworks

July 5, 2025 from 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Bloomfield, NM

Enjoy the annual Bloomfield fireworks display on July 5th!

Jazz Jam

July 9, 2025 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Orchard Plaza

Wednesday Jazz Jams are back at Orchard Park in Historic Downtown!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 9, 2025 through Aug 27, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater

Free Concert at the Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village

July 11, 2025 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village

Join us at the Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village for a rousing evening of live music with The Badly Bent on Friday, July 11th at 7pm.

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.

Farmington New Mexico Temple Public Open House

July 17, 2025 from 9:00am - 8:00pm | Farmington New Mexico Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Come visit the Farmington New Mexico Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We’d love to have you!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 17, 2025 through Aug 3, 2025

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

AI for Small Business Marketing

July 17, 2025 from 11:30am - 1:00pm | SBDC at San Juan College

The Small Business Development Center will host this helpful lunch and learn session to help small businesses explore how the use of AI can boost marketing efforts.

Categories: Free, Workshop

Farmington Jazz Festival

July 19, 2025 from 3:00pm - 8:00pm | Orchard Park

Ready to hear some great Jazz? Come to the Farmington Jazz Festival in Orchard Park in downtown Farmington!

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.

Can't make it on this day? 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

Tres Rios Habitat for Humanity Car Show

August 30, 2025 from 3:00pm - 9:00pm | Main Street Farmington

Join Tres Rios Habitat for Humanity for an exciting evening at the Car Show on Main Street, in historic downtown Farmington!

Annual Walkathon

September 13, 2025 from 7:00am - 11:00am | Locke Street Eats

Join San Juan Medical Foundation for the 45th Annual Walkathon!

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!

Four Corners Balloon Rally

All day Sep 26, 2025 | Lake Farmington, Piedra Vista High School, Additional Locations TBD

Enjoy three days of wonder in Farmington, New Mexico, as hot air balloons from across the nation take flight over the city in the mornings and light up the night at set locations each evening.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 26, 2025 through Sep 28, 2025

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

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!

Can't make it on this day? 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

Walk to End Alzheimer's

October 11, 2025 from 9:00am - 12:00pm | Berg Park Pavilion

Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Start your team today!

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!

Riverglo

December 5, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | 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.

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