Upcoming Events & Festivals | Visit Farmington, NM: Winter Holidays

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!

Polar Bear Plunge

January 1, 2026 from 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Lake Farmington

Plunge into the new year at Lake Farmington! Take part in the Dave and Friends 5th annual Polar Bear Plunge on Thursday, January 1st.

Keshjee' (Navajo Shoe Game)

January 28, 2026 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm | SJC Suns Lounge (located above Mary’s Kitchen)

Join San Juan College for a Késhjéé (Navajo Shoe Game) celebration. Learn about and take part in a night of fun and song, sharing Navajo culture and winter night stories. Join the workshop on Wednesday, January 28th from 6:00-9:00pm, and Navajo Shoe Game on Thursay, January 29th from 6:00-9:00pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jan 28, 2026 through Jan 29, 2026

Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Winter Holidays

AstroFriday

January 30, 2026 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

Showcase on Dustin

February 8, 2026 from 4:00pm - 5:00pm | First Presbyterian Church

Showcase on Dustin presents: "Gloria" by Antonio Vivaldi—Sunday, February 8th, 2026 at 4:00pm!

Riverglo

December 4, 2026 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.

San Juan College Luminarias

December 5, 2026 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.