Free
Worker's Comp Workshop
May 15, 2025 from 8:00am - 10:00am | Small Business Development Center at San Juan College
This is an opportunity to learn the basics of workers’ compensation and the safety program for employers and employees.
Categories: Free, Local Look, Workshop
Pictorial: Modern and Contemporary Native American Painting
May 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
May 15, 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
Dibé Bíghaa': The Weaving of T'iis Názbąs
May 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
"S" is for Science--Meet the Quirkles!
May 15, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:30am | Riverside Nature Center
Bring your little scientists to the Riverside Nature Center to meet the Quirkles from 10:30 am to 11:15 am on Thursdays!
The event runs May 1, 2025 through Jul 31, 2025
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Friday Fun
May 16, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:00am | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
Celebrate Friday with some fun for toddlers at E3 Children's Museum & Science Center, every Friday from 10:30 to 11:15 am.
The event runs May 2, 2025 through Jul 31, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Early Explorers
May 16, 2025 from 10:30am - 11:30am | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
E3 Children's Museum & Science Center hosts Early Explorers for Preschoolers from 10:30 - 11:15am on Fridays!
The event runs Dec 13, 2024 through May 23, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Live Horse Racing
May 16, 2025 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm | SunRay Park & Casino
SunRay Park & Casino brings live horse racing to Farmington! The 2025 racing season will be April 18th through May 25th. Live horse racing every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with post time at 1:15pm. Admission is free and special activities and themes are featured weekly.
The event runs Apr 18, 2025 through May 25, 2025
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Toddler Playdate
May 21, 2025 from 10:00am - 11:00am | E3 Children’s Museum & Science Center
Toddler Playdate at the E3 Children's Museum & Science Center.
The event runs Apr 30, 2025 through May 27, 2026
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Afterschool Art! Attack
May 21, 2025 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
Need to get your art on???? Well, swing on by afterschool and explore your creative side doing some enjoyable art and experiencing new art techniques. Afterschool Art Attack is from 3:30-4:30pm.
The event runs Jan 8, 2025 through May 28, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Best HR Practices for Small Businesses
May 22, 2025 from 11:30am - 1:00pm | Small Business Development Center at San Juan College
Join SBDC to learn valuable information about business start-up/preplanning, human resources, and managing a business.
Categories: Free, Local Look, Workshop
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.
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
Downtown Makers Market
June 5, 2025 from 3:00pm - 7:00pm | 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 5, 2025 through Sep 25, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
Art Walk
June 6, 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!
The event runs Jun 6, 2025 through Jun 6, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free
First Friday at The Heart Gallery
June 6, 2025 from 5:30pm - 8:00pm | Heart Gallery
Celebrate the local art scene on the first Friday of every month at the Heart Gallery! The featured artist in May will be Ginger Neeley.
The event runs Mar 7, 2025 through Sep 12, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Summer Terrace Concert Series
June 7, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
Join the Farmington Museum on the terrace by the river each Saturday evening (6-7:30pm) during the summer for local live entertainment at the Summer Terrace Music Series. Don’t forget your folding chair and dancing shoes.
The event runs Jun 7, 2025 through Aug 30, 2025
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
San Juan River Balloon Rally
All day Jun 13, 2025 | Bloomfield Soccer Field
Come out and enjoy the San Juan River Balloon Rally from June 13th to 15th. It is a great sight to see, for the whole family!
The event runs Jun 13, 2025 through Jun 15, 2025
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Outdoors & Sports
Free Concert at the Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village
June 13, 2025 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Aztec Pioneer Village
Step back in time and enjoy "Music at the Museum" with a special "double billing" featuring the Zia Chicks and Black Velvet Duo!
Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
Father's Day Ductmazing Bouquet
June 14, 2025 from 10:30am - 12:00pm | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
What better to use in making a special craft for dad or grandpa than duct tape? Make a special gift for Father's day at this fun workshop at E3 Children's Museum & Science Center.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Workshop
Farmington Grower's Market
June 21, 2025 from 8:00am - 12:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
The Farmington Growers Market is a public market that brings together locally grown food, hand-made crafts, and our community. The Saturday market is held June 21 through November 1, 2025 from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (9:00 am to 12:00 pm in October) throughout the season. The Tuesday market will begin July 1, 2025 and run from 4:30 to 7:00 pm.
The event runs Jun 21, 2025 through Nov 1, 2025
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Where are the Totally Ninja Racoons?
All day Jul 1, 2025 | Amy's Bookcase and participating locations
Join the hunt and spot the Totally Ninja Racoons in local businesses to qualify for some totally awesome prizes!
The event runs Jul 1, 2025 through Jul 31, 2025
Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free
Tuesday Farmington Growers Market
July 1, 2025 from 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
Shop locally for fresh produce and other locally made food products at the Grower's Market at the Farmington Museum & Visitor Center. Enjoy fresh foods from local farmers and growers. The market is held every Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:00pm through September.
The event runs Jul 1, 2025 through Oct 28, 2025
Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Music & Theater
Freedom Days
All day Jul 2, 2025 | Farmington, New Mexico
Join Farmington, NM as we celebrate the Fourth of July with Freedom Days, our multi-day celebration, in its 39th year! This year's dates are July 2-6, 2025.
The event runs Jul 2, 2025 through Jul 6, 2025
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
Freedom Days Fireworks
July 3, 2025 from 9:25pm - 9:45pm | Sullivan Hill
Join the fun of celebrating Farmington's Freedom Days with the annual Fireworks Display on July 3, 2025.
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports
Jazz Jam
July 16, 2025 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Orchard Plaza
Wednesday Jazz Jams are back at Orchard Park in Historic Downtown!
The event runs Jul 16, 2025 through Aug 27, 2025
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
Farmington Jazz Festival
July 19, 2025 from 3:00pm - 8:00pm | Orchard Park
Ready to hear some great Jazz? Come to the Farmington Jazz Festival in Orchard Park in downtown Farmington!
Categories: Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
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
Tres Rios Habitat for Humanity Car Show
August 30, 2025 from 3:00pm - 9:00pm | Main Street Farmington
Join Tres Rios Habitat for Humanity for an exciting evening at the Car Show on Main Street, in historic downtown Farmington!
Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Local Look
Annual Walkathon
September 13, 2025 from 7:00am - 11:00am | Locke Street Eats
Join San Juan Medical Foundation for the 45th Annual Walkathon!
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports
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
Four Corners Balloon Rally
All day Sep 26, 2025 | Lake Farmington, Piedra Vista High School, Additional Locations TBD
Enjoy three days of wonder in Farmington, New Mexico, as hot air balloons from across the nation take flight over the city in the mornings and light up the night at set locations each evening.
The event runs Sep 26, 2025 through Sep 28, 2025
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
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. The fun begins with the Maker's Market and Art Walk on October 3rd and continues Downtown with Chile in OctoberFest on October 4th. 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
Walk to End Alzheimer's
October 11, 2025 from 9:00am - 12:00pm | Berg Park Pavilion
Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Start your team today!
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, 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. Complete with a cookie crawl, window decorating contest, and the Downtown Arts and Craft Fair, there's something to get everyone in the holiday spirit!
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Winter Holidays
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
Riverglo
December 5, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | 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.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events, 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