Cultural & History
Dibé Bíghaa': The Weaving of T'iis Názbąs
July 15, 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.
The event runs Nov 16, 2024 through Jul 30, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Pictorial: Modern and Contemporary Native American Painting
July 15, 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.
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
July 16, 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.
The event runs Feb 1, 2025 through Dec 31, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
The Native Table: A Culinary Journey
July 19, 2025 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Farmington Museum
Join the Farmington Museum for a hands-on cooking class to dive into the rich culinary traditions of Native American cuisine! Culinary sessions will be held on May 24, June 21, and July 19.
The event runs May 24, 2025 through Jul 19, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Local Look, Workshop
Wild West Days
July 26, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | San Juan County Sheriff's Posse Grounds
Step back in time and saddle up for a full day of western family fun at Wild West Days! Join us at the San Juan County Sheriff’s Posse Grounds for a lively celebration of our region’s Western and Native heritage—with something for every age.
Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Local Look, 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.
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
Navajo Sash Belt Class with Irene Scott
September 6, 2025 from 10:00am - 4:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
The Farmington Museum is excited to hold a four-day Navajo Sash Belt Class with Irene Scott.
The event runs Sep 6, 2025 through Sep 27, 2025
Categories: Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Local Look, Workshop
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.
Categories: Cultural & History, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
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!
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
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!
The event runs Sep 19, 2025 through Sep 21, 2025
Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports
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!
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
Fall Navajo Song & Dance
October 11, 2025 from 10:00am - 6:00pm | Farmington Indian Center
The public is invited to the Farmington Indian Center for this fun social event, the Fall Navajo Song & Dance, which will close out the local Navajo Nation fair season.
Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Music & Theater
Hispanic Heritage Fest Day
October 11, 2025 from 2:00pm - 6:00pm | Farmington Museum
Join us as we celebrate the Latin culture at the Farmington Museum!
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look
Native American Heritage Month - 2 Hour Zumba with Chelsea Begay
November 22, 2025 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum
Farmington Museum invites you to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with them!
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
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.
Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays
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.
The event runs Dec 21, 2025 through Dec 22, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays