Upcoming Events & Festivals | Visit Farmington, NM: Cultural & History

Dibé Bíghaa': The Weaving of T'iis Názbąs

March 28, 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

Visions of Shiprock

March 28, 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

Art Walk

April 4, 2025 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Downtown Farmington

Meet and chat with some of the best local artists in our community at the Downtown Art Walk!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Apr 4, 2025 through Jun 6, 2025

Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free

San Juan College Contest Pow Wow

April 5, 2025 from 10:00am - 10:00pm | SJC Health and Human Performance Center

The Intertribal Powwow will be held at San Juan College on April 5, 2025. This admission-free event is open to the public.

The Native Table: A Culinary Journey

April 12, 2025 from 12:00pm - 2:30pm | Farmington Museum

Join the Farmington Museum for a hands-on cooking class on April 12th, 2025 from 12 pm to 2 pm to dive into the rich culinary traditions of Native American cuisine!

The Doo Wop Project

May 10, 2025 from 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

The Doo Wop Project begins at the beginning: tracing the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sound of five guys singing harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits on the radio today!

Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA

May 17, 2025 from 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

Mamma Mia! You don't want to Take A Chance on missing ARRIVAL from Sweden at the Farmington Civic Center!

Riverfest

All day May 23, 2025 | 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 23, 2025 through May 25, 2025

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

Hairspray

June 12, 2025 from 7:30pm - 10:00pm | Sandstone Amphitheatre

Summer is heating up with big hair, bigger dreams, and plenty of dancing! Tickets go on sale soon!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 12, 2025 through Jul 13, 2025

Categories: Cultural & History, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater

Summer Solstice

All day Jun 20, 2025 | Chaco Culture National Historical Park and Aztec Ruins National Monument

Summer Solstice viewing and events will be held at Chaco Culture National Historic Park and Aztec Ruins National Monument June 20 to June 21.

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

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

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

Dining with the Dead

September 6, 2025 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm | Greenlawn Cemetery

Dining With the Dead celebrates its 12th year of bringing area history to life! Tickets can be purchased at Howard's Cleaners and online starting July 7th.

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!

Astronomy Festival

All day Sep 19, 2025 | Chaco Culture National Historical Park

Chaco Culture National Historical Park will host the annual Astronomy Festival from September 19 to 21, 2025. Visit Chaco and carry on the ancient traditions of watching the skies!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 19, 2025 through Sep 21, 2025

Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports

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