Upcoming Events & Festivals | Visit Farmington, NM: Art & Museums

Objects Tell Stories

January 29, 2026 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

Ma’ii Productions: Celebrating 45 Years of Anthony Chee Emerson’s Painting, Illustration & Film

January 29, 2026 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Henderson Fine Art Gallery

Join The Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery for their latest exhibit presented by Ma’ii Productions: Celebrating 45 Years of Anthony Chee Emerson’s Painting, Illustration & Film. Opening Reception will be on Friday, January 16th from 4-6pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jan 16, 2026 through Feb 13, 2026

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

"S" is for Science

January 29, 2026 from 10:30am - 11:15am | E³ Children's Museum & Science 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

Art is for Everyone at the Sycamore Park Community Center

January 29, 2026 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center

Local Artist, Crystal Hazen, and The Arc present an art class proving that Art is for Everyone! The class meets every Thursday at 12:00pm, with art shows held on the last Friday of the month!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jan 5, 2024 through Dec 17, 2026

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

STEAM Activities at E3 Children's Museum

January 29, 2026 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center

Join E³ Children's Museum every week for E-mazing STEAM! 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 Jan 15, 2026 through Jun 25, 2026

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

Early Explorers

January 30, 2026 from 10:30am - 11:15am | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center

E³ Children's Museum & Science Center hosts Early Explorers for Preschoolers from 10:30 - 11:15am on Fridays!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jan 16, 2026 through Jun 26, 2026

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

Arts & Crafts for Kids at the Sycamore Park Community Center!

February 2, 2026 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center

Does you kid love doing Arts & Crafts? if so, Sycamore Park Community Center wants to see them every Monday and Wednesday at 3:00pm!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jan 19, 2026 through Dec 30, 2026

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

Once Upon a Page

February 3, 2026 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Riverside Nature Center

Once Upon a Page is a FREE weekly program where kids of all ages can write, draw, and doodle around a fun new theme. Explore your imagination, try something new, and let the Riverside Nature Center be your creative playground!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 2, 2025 through May 26, 2026

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

Toddler Playdate

February 4, 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 May 27, 2026

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

Studio 3:30

February 4, 2026 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | 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 Jan 21, 2026 through Apr 29, 2026

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

Festive Friday's

February 6, 2026 from 4:00pm - 5:30pm | Sycamore Park Community Center

Celebrate the seasons at Sycamore Park Community Center’s Festive Fridays—every first Friday of the month at 4pm! Kids will enjoy themed crafts, games, music, and activities inspired by holidays and seasonal fun. From spooky to snowy and everything in between, each month brings a brand-new adventure for all ages.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Feb 6, 2026 through Dec 4, 2026

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

Explore the Elements

February 7, 2026 from 11:00am - 1:00pm | E³ Children's Museum & Science Center

E³ likes to party, PERIODICALLY! Join them as they celebrate National Periodic Table Day!

Happy Valentine's Day from the HeArt of Downtown Farmington

February 14, 2026 from 10:00am - 2:00pm | Various Locations in Downtown Farmington

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the HeArt of Downtown—shop local, enjoy lunch, and grab a free Valentine while supplies last!

Date Night at the Museum

February 14, 2026 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Kick up your boots for a fun western night at the Farmington Museum! Enjoy live music by the Abe Mac Band, great food, and a lively atmosphere—perfect for couples or singles. Saturday, February 14, from 6–9pm.

Lovers & Friends Comedy Show

February 14, 2026 from 8:00pm - 11:00pm | SunRay Park & Casino

Love, laughs, and late-night fun—Comedy Night at SunRay Park & Casino is the perfect Valentine’s Day plan.

Corazón y Vida: Lowrider Culture in the United States

April 25, 2026 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

Corazón y Vida: Lowrider Culture in the United States / Cultura Lowrider en los Estados Unidos is a Smithsonian traveling exhibition that explores the artistic expression, the history, and the community of lowriding in America. The Farmington Museum will host this traveling exhibition from April 25 to July 26, 2026.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Apr 25, 2026 through Jul 25, 2026

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

The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity, Rites of Passage, and Spirituality

May 20, 2026 from 10:00am - 11:00am | Museum of Navajo Art & Culture

The Global Language of Headwear: Cultural Identity, Rites of Passage, and Spirituality is a traveling exhibition that features hats and headdresses from 42 countries. It is a tribute to the stunning diversity of the world’s cultures. This exhibit will be on display at the Museum of Navajo Art & Culture from May 20 to September 19, 2026.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs May 20, 2026 through Sep 19, 2026

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

Riverfest

All day May 22, 2026 | Berg and Animas Parks

Area rivers are celebrated with a festival of music, food, activities and entertainment. This festive celebration takes place along the Animas river trails, from Berg Park to Animas Park in Farmington.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs May 22, 2026 through May 24, 2026

Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events