Upcoming Events & Festivals | Visit Farmington, NM: Family Friendly

Small Wonders: Insects in Focus

November 13, 2025 from 9:00am - 4:00pm | Riverside Nature Center

Come experience "Small Wonders: Insects in Focus." At the Riverside Nature Center now until January 7, 2026.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 11, 2025 through Jan 7, 2026

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

Objects Tell Stories

November 13, 2025 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

Plein Air Painters of the Four Corners

November 13, 2025 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

The Farmington Museum welcomes the return of the Plein Air Painters of the Four Corners. For twenty-four years, this group has been dedicated to creating art outdoors, a practice called plein air, which allows for direct observation in capturing light, shadow, and color.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 7, 2025 through Jan 9, 2026

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

Visions of Shiprock

November 13, 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

Baby Storytime

November 13, 2025 from 10:00am - 11:00am | Farmington Public Library

Introduce your little one to the magic of books at the Farmington Public Library's Baby Storytime!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 30, 2025 through Mar 5, 2026

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

"S" is for Science

November 13, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:15am | Riverside Nature 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

STEAM Activities at E3 Children's Museum

November 13, 2025 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center

Trot on down to E3 Children's Museum for STEAM the Turkey! Every Thursday for the month of November we will be doing fun and exciting STEAM activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math)!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 6, 2025 through Nov 27, 2025

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

Night at the Library

November 13, 2025 from 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Farmington Public Library

The Farmington Public Library invites you to a Night at the Library!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 30, 2025 through Mar 5, 2026

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Core Ensemble: We Continue

November 13, 2025 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm | San Juan College Connie Gotsch Theatre

FREE event coming up! Join us November 13, 5:30pm at the Connie Gotsch Theatre for the Core Ensemble performing "WE CONTINUE" - presented by Public Arts Events and The Native American Center of San Juan College!

Yoga Class

November 13, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Farmington Recreation Center

Flow, stretch, and reconnect with yourself at the Farmington Recreation Center! All levels welcome!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 23, 2025 through May 28, 2026

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Workshop

Pictures with Santa

All day Nov 14, 2025 | Animas Valley Mall

Embark on an enchanted adventure to take pictures with Santa. Join him to create magical memories you and your family will always remember!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 14, 2025 through Dec 24, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Holiday Events

Friday Fun

November 14, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:30am | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center

Celebrate Friday with fun for toddlers at E3 Children's Museum & Science Center. Fridays from 10:30 -11:15am.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 11, 2025 through Jul 31, 2026

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

Giving Thanks for Our Veterans

November 14, 2025 from 11:00am - 12:30pm | Farmington Indian Center

The Farmington Indian Center invites you to join them in giving thanks for our Veterans by enjoying a delicious meal! Food service begins at 11:00am and will continue while supplies last.

Categories: Family Friendly, Holiday Events

BINGO at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center

November 14, 2025 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Bonnie Dallas Senior Center

BINGO!! Feel the rush of getting to scream out that you've won at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 12, 2025 through Dec 12, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Joystick Jamboree

November 14, 2025 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Farmington Public Library

Joystick Jamboree at the Farmington Public Library is a relaxed, social gaming event for all ages and skill levels.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 31, 2025 through Nov 21, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Family Movie & Craft

November 14, 2025 from 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Farmington Public Library

Join us every Friday for Family Movie & Craft at the Library! Children ages 0–5 and their guardians can enjoy a movie together and create a themed craft, with all materials and guidance provided.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 24, 2025 through Dec 19, 2025

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

Business After Hours

November 14, 2025 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm | J.A. Jewelers & Co

Farmington Chamber of Commerce invites you to join them for a Business After Hours on Wednesday, November 14th at 5:00pm at the J.A. Jewelers & Co.

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look

Thanksgiving Potluck

November 14, 2025 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center

Join Sycamore Park Community Center for a Thanksgiving Potluck!

Family Bingo & Pizza Night

November 14, 2025 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Farmington Recreation Center

Who's ready to play bingo, eat pizza, and win exciting prizes?!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 5, 2025 through Nov 14, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Fall Craft Fair at Calvary Chapel

November 15, 2025 from 9:00am - 3:00pm | Calvary Chapel

Calvary Chapel is hosting their 2025 Fall Craft Fair from 9:00am-3:00pm on Saturday, November 15th.

Stuff the Bus

November 15, 2025 from 10:00am - 4:00pm | Albertson's

Help local families in need this holiday season, by taking part in the Stuff the Bus event!

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look

Veterans Day Parade

November 15, 2025 from 11:00am - 12:00pm | Main Street

Let's come together to honor the service of our military heroes, past, present and future! The Veterans Day Parade will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Main Street, in Aztec, New Mexico.

SJC Orchestra Concert

November 15, 2025 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | San Juan College Henderson Performance Hall

San Juan College Orchestra performs!

Walk with a Doc

November 16, 2025 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Kiwanis Park

Take a step toward better health every 3rd Sunday of the month when you Walk with a Doc! The walking program is a fun and safe place to take a walk (at your own pace), learn health tips from local healthcare professionals, and meet new people. The event is FREE and all are welcome!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 16, 2025 through Jun 21, 2026

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

Storytime at the Farmington Public Library

November 17, 2025 from 10:00am - 11:00am | Farmington Public Library

Spark your little one's love for reading at Storytime at the Farmington Public Library! Storytime takes place every Monday and Tuesday from 10:00-11:00am.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 27, 2025 through Dec 16, 2025

Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Indigenous Artist Lunch Workshop

November 17, 2025 from 11:30am - 1:30pm | San Juan College - Suns Room

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with the Indigenous Creative Artists Series! Join SJC’s Native American Center, KSUT, and the Dream Warriors for an inspiring lunch workshop and performances showcasing Indigenous talent in hip-hop, poetry, music, DJing, and storytelling.

Tween Topics

November 18, 2025 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Farmington Public Library

Art, Technology & Gaming for Tweens: Join us every Tuesday from 4–6 PM in the Youth Services area at the Farmington Public Library!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 28, 2025 through Dec 30, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Family Games & Goodies

November 18, 2025 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Farmington Public Library

Join us every Tuesday from 4–6 PM at the Farmington Public Library for board games, fun for all ages, and tasty snacks. Staff will help with rules and game suggestions—just show up and play!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 28, 2025 through Dec 30, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Teen Takeover

November 18, 2025 from 8:10pm - 9:10pm | Farmington Public Library

Every Tuesday from 4–6 PM, teens ages 13–18 can hang out in the Teen Zone at the Farmington Public Library for crafts, games, tech projects, and more. Try something new each week—bring friends and make the space your own!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 28, 2025 through Dec 30, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Studio 3:30

November 19, 2025 from 3:30am - 4:30am | 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 Oct 8, 2025 through Jan 28, 2026

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

Toddler Playdate

November 19, 2025 from 10:00am - 11:00am | 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

K-Pop Dance Class

November 19, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Farmington Recreation Center

Learn the hottest K-pop choreography, break a sweat, and feel like a star!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 22, 2025 through May 27, 2026

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Workshop

San Juan College Charity Bowl Sale

November 20, 2025 from 9:00am - 5:00pm | San Juan College Henderson Fine Arts Center

Hand-made, one-of-a-kind ceramic creations and the best soup in town are combined for the annual San Juan College Charity Bowl Sale. The sale will be held on Thursday, November 20th, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Friday, November 21st from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

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

Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays

Thanksgiving Lunch

November 21, 2025 from 11:30am - 1:00pm | Bonnie Dallas Senior Center

Join the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center for this celebratory holiday lunch! All ages welcome.

Holiday Spectacular

November 21, 2025 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Henderson Fine Arts Center

Get ready for a dazzling celebration as dancers from across San Juan County unite for the highly anticipated annual Holiday Spectacular! This vibrant showcase, featuring many local studios and classes, promises to be an unforgettable night filled with talent and holiday cheer, all in support of Kids Kollege scholarships.

Santa Christmas Minis

All day Nov 22, 2025 | Farmington Civic Center

Join Oh Snap Photography at the Farmington Civic Center for a Christmas Mini Session!

Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble

November 22, 2025 from 9:00am - 11:00am | Orchard Plaza

Calling all runners and walkers! It’s time for the Turkey Trot & Gobble Wobble! Sign up for the 5k Turkey Trot, 2 mile Gobble Wobble, or just come for fun!

Kelly Green Craft Fair

November 22, 2025 from 9:00am - 3:00pm | McGee Park

Get your holiday shopping off to a wonderful start with the annual Kelly Green Craft Fair at McGee Park!

Native American Heritage Month - 2 Hour Zumba with Chelsea Begay

November 22, 2025 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Farmington Museum invites you to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with them!

San Juan Symphony Youth Orchestra

November 22, 2025 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Henderson Performance Hall at San Juan College

Join San Juan Symphony for their Youth Orchestra Fall Concert!

Casper Baca Rodeo's Bull Riding Extraordinaire

November 28, 2025 from 7:30pm - 9:30pm | McGee Park

The Annual Bullriding Extraordinaire comes to Farmington over Thanksgiving weekend! Join us and watch the best BULLS and the best RIDERS at McGee Park.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 28, 2025 through Nov 29, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Live Performance, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports

Small Business Saturday

November 29, 2025 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Downtown Farmington

Join the fun and celebrate Small Business Saturday and the holidays in Downtown Farmington.

Sycamore Park Community Center Tree Lighting

December 1, 2025 from 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Sycamore Park Community Center

Sycamore Park Community Staff are stringing their lights and checking them twice to make sure all is ready for their Tree Lighting and Christmas Social! All they need is for you and your family to help them count down to the big moment!

Farmington Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 3, 2025 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm | Farmington Civic Center

Farmington comes together to kick-off the Christmas season by lighting our Community Christmas Tree at the Farmington Civic Center!

Christmas Parade

December 4, 2025 from 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Main Street in Downtown Farmington

Bundle up for A Very Chile Christmas Parade, through Historic Downtown Farmington, along Main Street.

Riverglo

December 5, 2025 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.

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.

Salmon Ruins Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair

December 6, 2025 from 9:00am - 4:00pm | 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.

Bloomfield Craft Fair

December 6, 2025 from 9:00am - 3:00pm | Bloomfield High School North Gym

Looking to wrap-up your Christmas shopping? The 13th Annual Fran Templeton Memorial Craft Fair is a great place to do just that!

Jingle & Mingle

December 6, 2025 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | Farmington Recreation Center

Come celebrate the holiday at the Farmington Recreation Center’s Jingle & Mingle open house!

San Juan College Luminarias

December 6, 2025 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.

AstroFriday

December 6, 2025 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

San Juan College Choir Concert

December 7, 2025 from 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Connie Gotsch Theatre

Gather in the Connie Gotsch Theatre for the San Juan College Concert Choir - Coral Classics & Festive Favorites!

Bloomfield Christmas Parade

December 9, 2025 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Bloomfield

Bundle up the kids and head to Bloomfield for their annual Christmas parade!

Polar Express Pajama Party

December 11, 2025 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Multicultural Center

All aboard for holiday fun at the Polar Express Pajama Party! Bring the kids in their PJs to meet Santa, enjoy festive activities, and take home a coloring book—free family fun for everyone!

A Charlie Brown Christmas

December 11, 2025 from 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Farmington Civic Center

The Heather McGaughey Youth Theatre program is excited to present A Charlie Brown Christmas on Thursday, December 11th-Saturday, December 13th at 7:30pm. There will also be a special matinee on Saturday, December 13th at 2:00pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 11, 2025 through Dec 13, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater

Aztec Sparkles

All day Dec 13, 2025 | Aztec, New Mexico

Aztec celebrates Christmas with Aztec Sparkles on Saturday, December 13, 2025!

Panteraz Winter Wonderland Craft Fair

December 13, 2025 from 9:00am - 3:00pm | Piedra Vista High School

The Annual Winter Wonderland Craft Fair is a perfect opportunity for local shoppers to help support a great cause and find some amazing handmade gifts!

Morning with Santa

December 13, 2025 from 9:00am - 11:30am | Sycamore Park Community Center

Is your Christmas list ready? Bring it straight to Santa himself! Join us for a magical Morning with Santa at Sycamore Park Community Center—where kids can share their wishes, snap a photo, and soak up the holiday cheer.

The Cozy Cabin Craft Fair

December 13, 2025 from 10:00am - 4:00pm | Walter Collins-Upper Fruitland

Join the Farmington Women's Business Center for their Cozy Cabin Craft Fair!

Bugging Out: Edible Insects & A Bug's Life

December 13, 2025 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Riverside Nature Center

Bug out with us at the Riverside Nature Center! Craft, snack, and learn all about insects, then settle in for a free screening of A Bug’s Life—a fun, creepy-crawly adventure for the whole family!

The Silhouettes

December 19, 2025 from 7:30pm - 9:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

The Silhouettes® -- first runner-up on America’s Got Talent season 6 in 2011 and Golden Buzzer winners on America’s Got Talent The Champions in 2020 – perform "Light of Christmas" at the Farmington Civic Center!

Family STEAM Saturday

December 20, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:30am | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center

STEAM Saturdays are for the whole family to enjoy activities together. Don’t forget your imaginations!

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

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair

December 20, 2025 from 11:00am - 3:00pm | Farmington Museum

Get ready to deck the halls at the Farmington Museum Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair!

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

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!

San Juan College Cinematheque Series

January 10, 2026 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm | Connie Gotsch Theatre

Enjoy classic cinema based on beloved books, and join the San Juan College for trivia and other preshow activities- this year at the beautiful Connie Gotsch Theatre!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Aug 16, 2025 through Jun 20, 2026

Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Local Look

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 26, 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 - 4:00pm | 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 17 to September 20, 2026.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs May 17, 2026 through Sep 20, 2026

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