
Family Friendly
Tyrannosaurs Meet the Family
March 26, 2023 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
You think you know T. rex – think again! Meet the entire T. rex family at this special limited exhibition at the Farmington Museum. VOTED A JOLT WORTHY EXHIBIT!
The event runs Feb 3, 2023 through Apr 26, 2023
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Caliente Spring Concert
March 28, 2023 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | First Presbyterian Church
Caliente Community Chorus presents "HOME." This spring concert includes choral works regarding aspects of the concept of "home."
Categories: Family Friendly, Live Performance, Music & Theater
Toddler Playdate
March 29, 2023 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | E3 Children’s Museum & Science Center
Toddler Playdate at the E3 Children's Museum & Science Center.
The event runs Jun 8, 2022 through Dec 27, 2023
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Early Explorers
March 31, 2023 from 10:00am - 11:00am | E3 Children's Museum
E3 Children's Museum and Science Center hosts Early Explorers for Preschoolers from 10:00 - 10:45am on Fridays! VOTED A JOLT WORTHY EVENT!
The event runs Oct 27, 2022 through May 26, 2023
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Family Bingo & Pizza Night
March 31, 2023 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Farmington Recreation Center
Who's ready to play bingo, eat pizza, and win exciting prizes?!
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Locke Street Eats Flea Market
April 1, 2023 from 8:00am - 1:00pm | Locke St. Eats
Locke Street Eats will be hosting a Flea Market several Saturdays a month from 8:00am-1:00pm.
The event runs Apr 1, 2023 through Jun 17, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Galactic Gravel Grinder
April 2, 2023 from 9:00am - 4:00pm | Aztec, NM
A gravel event showcasing northern New Mexico's unique terrain and history. Race through the Aztec Arch in your best intergalactic alien costume.
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports
Saad ak'e'elchi' Poetry Reading
April 3, 2023 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Totah Theater
Join the Northwest New Mexico Arts Council on Saturday, April 3rd at the Historic Downtown Totah Theater for the ART NM celebration!
Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look
The Passion Play
April 3, 2023 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | McGee Park Convention Center
The Passion Play of the Four Corners is back. Performances will be held April 3-8, 2023. Show time is 7:00 p.m. April 3-7 and 2:00 p.m. April 8.
The event runs Apr 3, 2023 through Apr 8, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Music & Theater
Home Expo
All day Apr 7, 2023 | Farmington Civic Center
Join us for the largest regional event of its kind, featuring the best Home & Garden pro's the 4 Corners has to offer! Expo Hours: 12-6pm on Friday, April 7th and 8am-6pm on Saturday, April 8th.
The event runs Apr 7, 2023 through Apr 8, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Easter EGGStravaganza
April 7, 2023 from 9:00am - 12:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center
This is the annual community Easter egg hunt that you absolutely do not want to miss! Come out to hunt for eggs and stay for a family-friendly day of fun at Sycamore Park.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events
Live Horse Racing
April 7, 2023 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm | SunRay Park & Casino
SunRay Park & Casino brings live horse racing to Farmington! The 2023 racing season will be April 7th through May 21st. Live horse racing every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with post time at 2:15pm. Admission is free and special activities and themes are featured weekly.
The event runs Apr 7, 2023 through May 21, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Art Walk
April 7, 2023 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!
The event runs Apr 7, 2023 through Apr 7, 2023
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free
Open Mic Night at Lock Street Eats
April 7, 2023 from 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Locke St. Eats
It's Open Mic Night at Locke Street Eats!
The event runs Apr 7, 2023 through May 4, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events
SASSY Tortoise and Hare Run
April 8, 2023 from 8:30am - 12:30pm | Orchard Plaza and Downtown
Don't miss the annual SASSY Tortoise and Hare Run! This family-friendly event offers a 5K, 10K, and 1-mile Stroller Roll in Historic Downtown Farmington - and all for a wonderful local cause!
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports
Old Fashioned Easter Egg Hunt
April 8, 2023 from 10:00am - 11:00am | Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village
Join the Aztec Museum on the grounds of the Pioneer Village for an Old Fashioned Easter Egg Hunt and some family fun!
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Outdoors & Sports
Karaoke Night at Locke St. Eats!!
April 14, 2023 from 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Locke St. Eats
It's Karaoke time at Locke St. Eats! Bring your friends and family for a great time!
The event runs Apr 14, 2023 through Jun 10, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events
AstroFriday
April 14, 2023 from 6:30pm - 9:00pm | 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!
The event runs Mar 24, 2023 through May 5, 2023
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays
African Drumming Ensemble
April 14, 2023 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Connie Gotsch Theatre
Enjoy an evening of world music when the San Juan College West African Drumming Ensemble performs, featuring Male Fainke
Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Music & Theater
Annual Indoor & Outdoor Car Show
All day Apr 21, 2023 | McGee Park
The Northern New Mexico Street Rodders presents the 39th Annual Land of Enchantment Indoor & Outdoor Car Show.
The event runs Apr 21, 2023 through Apr 23, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Ongoing Events
‘Golfers for Scholars’ Golf Tournament.
April 22, 2023 from 6:30am - 2:00pm | Piñon Hills Golf Course
Diné College's ‘Golfers for Scholars’ Golf Tournament will take place at Piñon Hills Golf Course on Saturday, April 22nd. Registration and welcome begins at 6:30am.
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports
Spring Craft Fair
April 22, 2023 from 8:00am - 2:00pm | Calvary Chapel Farmington
Spring is on the way! To celebrate, Calvary Chapel Farmington will be hosting a Spring Craft fair on Saturday, April 22nd from 8:00am-2:00pm.
Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Kinsey's Spring Classic
April 22, 2023 from 9:00am - 2:30pm | Lions Wilderness Park
Join us in Farmington on April 22nd and pedal into mountain biking season with Kinsey's Spring Classic. This new event traverses a 30-mile course and offers a 3-mile course for kids.
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports
Storyteller Series at the Farmington Public Library
April 25, 2023 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Farmington Public Library
Join the Farmington Public Library for a fun evening of storytelling with their special guests, Guardian Initiative.
Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance
Locke Street Eats Craft Show
April 29, 2023 from 8:00am - 1:00pm | Locke St. Eats
Locke Street Eats is getting crafty! Join them for a craft show on the last Saturday of every month from 8:00am-1:00pm.
The event runs Mar 25, 2023 through Jun 24, 2023
Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Independent Bookstore Day and Book Signing!
April 29, 2023 from 9:00am - 4:00pm | Amy's Bookcase
Amy's Bookcase celebrates the 10th anniversary of Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 29th from 9:00am-4:00pm!
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Bark in the Park & Doggie Dash
April 29, 2023 from 10:00am - 3:00pm | Animas Park near the Farmington Regional Animal Shelter
Run, romp, and play with your favorite canine friend and family at the annual Bark in the Park! Be sure to register early for the Doggie Dash! Registration opens soon!
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Outdoors & Sports
Star Wars Day
May 4, 2023 from 3:00pm - 4:30pm | E3 Children's Museum
Attention fellow nerds: May the 4th be with you!
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free
Movie Night at Locke St. Eats
May 4, 2023 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Locke St. Eats
It's Free Movie Night at Locke St. Eats! Movie titles will be chosen closer to event dates via a poll on Locke Street Eats Group on Facebook!
The event runs May 4, 2023 through Jun 29, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
La Nina- Nina Otero-Warren
May 6, 2023 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village
Step back in time at the Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village to meet Nina Otero-Warren in 1951 to celebrate her 70th birthday!
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance
Locke Street Eats' Dog Show
May 12, 2023 from 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Locke St. Eats
Locke Street Eats Welcomes all dog lovers to join them for some furry friendly fun!
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Thomas Jefferson and John Adams
May 13, 2023 from 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Farmington Civic Center
Thomas Jefferson, 3rd President of the U.S. and John Adams, 2nd President of the U.S., debate the Constitution at the Farmington Civic Center!
Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Live Performance
Mother's Day Spring Fling Festival
May 14, 2023 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm | Wines of the San Juan
You do not want to miss Wines of the San Juan's kick-off event of the season. Come out and enjoy a day of live music, award-winning wine, great food, games and art!
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free
Salmon Ruins Annual Open House
All day May 20, 2023 | Salmon Ruins Museum
Salmon Ruins is excited to host their annual Open House in conjunction with New Mexico Heritage Preservation Month! Come out to Salmon Ruins all day Saturday, May 20th to be a part of this great, educational family program! There will be a special Director's tour of Salmon Pueblo at 10:00am!
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free
Family Concert: Movie Music
May 21, 2023 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Henderson Hall, San Juan College
San Juan Symphony presents a family concert dedicated to popular movie music! This event is a fun and unique chance to immerse yourself in a musical experience that is family-friendly and super affordable. There will be an instrument petting zoo one hour prior to the performance, this is a fun opportunity for youth to engage with instruments.
Categories: Family Friendly, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
Music in the Shade
May 21, 2023 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Wines of the San Juan
You are invited to join Wines of the San Juan every Sunday (May 21-September 17, 2023) for a cool glass of wine and a good time with friends under the shade of the cottonwood trees!
The event runs May 21, 2023 through Sep 17, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Music & Theater
Riverfest
All day May 26, 2023 | 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.
The event runs May 26, 2023 through May 28, 2023
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports
Downtown Makers Market
June 1, 2023 from 4:30pm - 8:00pm | Orchard & Main Downtown Farmington
Explore the Makers Market for locally made and grown treasures! Hosted every Thursday evening in Orchard Park, historic downtown Farmington.
The event runs Jun 1, 2023 through Sep 28, 2023
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
Jolt Jamboree
June 10, 2023 from 10:00am - 3:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
An Adventure Expo! Check back soon for more details on this fun, family-friendly event that will celebrate how we PLAY in Farmington! Organized by Visit Farmington.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Farmington Grower's Market
June 17, 2023 from 8:00am - 9:00am | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
The Farmington Growers Market is a public market that brings together locally grown food, hand-made crafts, and our community. Saturday market runs from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (9:00 am to noon in October) throughout the season. The Tuesday market will begin in July and run from 4:30 -7:00 pm.
The event runs Jun 17, 2023 through Oct 28, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Summer Solstice at Salmon Observatory
June 21, 2023 from 7:00am - 8:30am | Salmon Ruins Museum
Observe the summer solstice sunlight illuminate the 1,000 the year old feature through a narrow opening into a room at Salmon Ruins.
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free
Freedom Days
All day Jun 30, 2023 - Jul 4, 2023 | Farmington, New Mexico
Join Farmington, NM as we celebrate the Fourth of July with our Freedom Days celebration.
The event runs Jun 30, 2023 through Jul 4, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
Where are the Totally Ninja Racoons?
All day Jul 1, 2023 | Amy's Bookcase and participating locations
2023 information coming soon! VOTED A JOLT WORTHY EVENT! Spot the Totally Ninja Racoons in local businesses to qualify for some totally awesome prizes!
The event runs Jul 1, 2023 through Jul 29, 2023
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free
Connie Mack World Series
All day Jul 20, 2023 | Ricketts Park
Visit Farmington, New Mexico for the finest amateur baseball tournament in the United States! 2023 Connie Mack schedule coming soon!!
The event runs Jul 20, 2023 through Jul 29, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
San Juan County Fair and Carnival
All day Aug 7, 2023 | McGee Park
The San Juan County Fair takes place at McGee Park and features livestock shows, live musical performances, carnival, parade, and much more!
The event runs Aug 7, 2023 through Aug 13, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports
Bookstore Romance Day
August 19, 2023 from 9:00am - 4:00pm | Amy's Bookcase
Amy's Bookcase presents Bookstore Romance Day!
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free
Cars & Canvases Art Show
August 19, 2023 from 3:00pm - 8:00pm | Downtown Farmington, NM
Join Tres Rios Habitat for Humanity for their first annual car show and artist showcase in downtown Farmington on Saturday, August 19th!
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports
Totah Festival
All day Sep 2, 2023 | 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 Sep 2, 2023 through Sep 3, 2023
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
Four Corners 4x4 Week
All day Sep 4, 2023 | Location varies by event
Join us in Farmington for 4x4 fun as we roll out the red carpet for the 2023 W.E. Rock Grand Nationals competitors! Complete with trail rides, a massive 4x4 show & Downtown Takeover, and the World Extreme Rock Crawling competition - we have plenty of 4x4 fun for everyone!
The event runs Sep 4, 2023 through Sep 10, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Four Corners 4x4 Week Fall Crawl
All day Sep 6, 2023 | Off Road Trails
Experience the epic off-roading found in the Farmington area at the Four Corners 4x4 Week Fall Crawl. The 2023 Fall Crawl offers three days of trial runs exploring the scenic landscapes and phenomenal trails and kick-starts a week of off-roading adventures. Tickets are limited for this event.
The event runs Sep 6, 2023 through Sep 8, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
4 Corners 4x4 Week: Offroad Downtown Takeover
September 8, 2023 from 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Farmington Civic Center
Farmington rolls out the red carpet for the 2023 W.E. Rock Grand Nationals with a 4x4 party in downtown! Come for the fun, meet the 2023 competitors, watch the flex ramp comp, take part in the 4x4 Show, and join the raffle for the chance to win some epic gear.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Outdoors & Sports
WE Rock Nationals
All day Sep 9, 2023 | Brown Springs in Chokecherry Canyon
Join us for the 2023 W.E. Rock Grand Nationals at Chokecherry Canyon. The best in extreme rock crawling will battle it out for top honors as Farmington welcomes W.E. Rock competitors and off-road enthusiasts with a week packed with 4x4 fun.
The event runs Sep 9, 2023 through Sep 10, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Mommy & Me Dance
September 16, 2023 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center
Sycamore Park Community Center will be hosting a Mommy & Me Dance. This is a sell-out event so get your tickets early! Tickets go on sell soon!
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look
Harvest Wine Festival
All day Sep 23, 2023 | Wines of the San Juan
Celebrate the harvest season with music, art, food, and the great grape stomp at the Wines of the San Juan. Hours: Saturday 11-7 pm and Sunday 12-6 pm.
The event runs Sep 23, 2023 through Sep 24, 2023
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports
Four Corners Balloon Rally
All day Sep 29, 2023 | Lake Farmington, San Juan College and Ricketts Park
Join us for three days of wonder as hot air balloons from across the nation fly over our Farmington skies in the mornings. Then they will light up Friday night at San Juan College and Saturday night at a location to be announced, in the midst of vendors and live entertainment. More details coming!
The event runs Sep 29, 2023 through Oct 1, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports
Road Apple Rally
October 7, 2023 from 7:00am - 11:00am | Lions Wilderness Park
Each October, mountain bikers meet in Farmington, New Mexico to compete in the annual Road Apple Rally! The Road Apple Rally is a favorite for professional and new riders and is celebrating 42 years of racing this year.
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Aztec Highland Games and Celtic Music Festival
October 7, 2023 from 9:00am - 5:00pm | Riverside Park
Celebrate the culture of the Scottish Highlands with an American Southwest twist!
The event runs Oct 7, 2023 through Oct 8, 2023
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports
Harvest Party
October 13, 2023 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center
Don't miss Sycamore Park Community Center's annual Harvest Party!!
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events
The Big Bonfire
October 21, 2023 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Wines of the San Juan
Let's roar into fall with the Big Bonfire at Wines of the San Juan! This annual event is wildly popular, purchase your tickets early so you don't miss out on the fun!
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports
Halloween Carnival at the San Juan College Health & Human Performance Center
October 28, 2023 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm | San Juan College Health & Human Performance Center Gym
Calling all ghosts and goblins! The San Juan College Health & Human Performance Center will be hosting a spookily good Halloween Carnival at the San Juan College Health & Human Performance Center.
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Holiday Events, Local Look
Boo-Palooza
October 31, 2023 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Historic Downtown Farmington
Family-friendly Halloween party in Historic Downtown Farmington from 4:00pm to 6:00pm! Enjoy games, fun vendors, costume contests and of course trick or treating.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays
Holiday Crafts Fair
November 4, 2023 from 8:00am - 1:00pm | Bonnie Dallas Senior Center
Visit the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center for the annual Holiday Craft Fair!
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays
Christmas Craft Fair
November 4, 2023 from 8:30am - 2:30pm | Farmington Recreation Center
Get ready for the holidays by visiting Farmington Recreation Center for their Christmas Craft Fair. Booth rentals open on Monday, August 14th at 8:00am.
Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays
Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble
November 18, 2023 from 9:00am - 12:00pm | Orchard Plaza
Join Farmington families for this special annual holiday event! Sign up for the 5k Turkey Trot, 2 mile Gobble Wobble, or just come for fun.
Categories: Family Friendly, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays
Salmon Ruins Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair
December 2, 2023 from 9:00am - 10:00am | McGee Park
Salmon Ruins brings artisans and makers from throughout the Four Corners to Farmington to display and sell their wares at McGee Park. This is one of the oldest and most varied arts and crafts fairs in San Juan County. Details to come in the Fall of 2023!
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays
San Juan College Luminarias
December 2, 2023 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm | 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.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events, Winter Holidays
Morning with Santa
December 9, 2023 from 9:00am - 12:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center
Enjoy a fun morning with Santa!! More information on the 2023 Morning with Santa coming soon!
Categories: Family Friendly, Holiday Events, Local Look