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San Juan College Charity Bowl Sale

November 21, 2024 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 21, 2024 through Nov 22, 2024

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

San Juan College Fall Art Student Exhibit

November 21, 2024 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery

You'll find artwork that is sure to appeal to a wide variety of tastes at the San Juan College Fall Art Student Exhibit, November 4th to December 6th, in the Henderson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery. There will be an opening reception on Friday, November 1st from 4:00-6:00pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 4, 2024 through Dec 6, 2024

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

Dibé Bíghaa': The Weaving of T'iis Názbąs

November 21, 2024 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

Focus on Farmington Coffee

November 22, 2024 from 9:00am - 10:30am | Artifacts 302

A monthly coffee to help connect new people to the Farmington area and to highlight all of the activities and events in our community. Everyone is welcome to attend!

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look

Stuff the Bus

November 23, 2024 from 10:00am - 3:00pm | 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

Native American Heritage Month at Farmington Museum

November 23, 2024 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Farmington Museum

Farmington Museum invites you to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with them!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 9, 2024 through Nov 23, 2024

Categories: Art & Museums, Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater

Funday Monday at the Farmington Museum

November 25, 2024 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center

You know something is going to be fun when it's got it in the title, right? Funday Monday at the Farmington Museum doesn't disappoint!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Aug 19, 2024 through Dec 23, 2024

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look

Back to Nature at the Riverside Nature Center

November 26, 2024 from 10:30am - 11:30am | Riverside Nature Center

Riverside Nature Center and Team Begay invites you to get Back to Nature!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 1, 2024 through Dec 30, 2024

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

Jazz Jam

November 27, 2024 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Farmington Civic Center

Wednesday Jazz Jams are back at the Farmington Civic Center!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Nov 13, 2024 through Nov 27, 2024

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

Small Business Saturday

November 30, 2024 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm | 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!

Sycamore Park Community Center Tree Lighting

December 2, 2024 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!

Joy to the World~A Celebration of Jesus Christ

December 4, 2024 from 4:00pm - 9:00pm | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Bloomfield Stake Center

Warm your hearts by filling it with the spirit of Christmas at our FREE 10th Community Christmas Nativity Display! The celebration will be open December 4th-December 6th from 4:00pm-9:00pm. It will continue on Saturday, December 7th from 9:00am-7:00pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 4, 2024 through Dec 7, 2024

Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Winter Holidays

Farmington Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 4, 2024 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm | 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 5, 2024 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Main Street in Downtown Farmington

Jumpstart the holiday season with Farmington’s annual Christmas parade. Bundle up for this evening parade of lights, through Historic Downtown Farmington, along Main Street.

Fresh Startup Friday

December 6, 2024 from 9:00am - 10:30am | Enterprise Center at San Juan College

Start each month with Fresh Startup Friday, where business incubation thrives in Farmington and San Juan County!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 4, 2024 through Apr 4, 2025

Categories: Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events

First Friday Event

December 6, 2024 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Connect Space

The Northwest New Mexico Arts Council will host a presentation on the Navajo Code Talkers, as part of their First Friday Series on December 6th from 5:00-7:00pm.

Riverglo

December 6, 2024 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.

Jingle & Mingle

December 7, 2024 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 7, 2024 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. Celebrate the holiday season by driving or walking through this stunning display.

A Cowboy Christmas

December 7, 2024 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | The Leanor Petite Hotel and Event Center

Join Cowboy Storyteller, Scott Perez for a memorable evening of Cowboy Christmas tales at The Leanor in Aztec, New Mexico.

Women's Advent by Candlelight

December 8, 2024 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Christ the Rock

Christmas is filled with all kinds of traditions. What do they mean for us today?

Bloomfield Christmas Parade

December 10, 2024 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Bloomfield

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

Evening of Lights

December 13, 2024 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.

AstroFriday

December 13, 2024 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm | 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!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 13, 2024 through Apr 4, 2025

Categories: Books & Lectures, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays

San Juan Center For Independence Christmas Bazaar

December 14, 2024 from 9:00am - 2:00pm | San Juan Center for Independence

Experience the joy of the holiday season while making a difference when you shop or visit the San Juan Center for Independence Christmas Bazaar on December 14th!

Bloomfield Craft Fair

December 14, 2024 from 9:00am - 3:00pm | Bloomfield High School North Gym

Looking to get started on your Christmas shopping? The 12th Annual Fran Templeton Memorial Craft Fair is a great place to do just that!

Bar D Wranglers at Christmas

December 14, 2024 from 11:00am - 7:00pm | First Baptist Church Aztec

Experience a very special afternoon with the Bar D Wranglers that will bring your heart back to the true meaning of Christmas! There will be three performance times to choose from. Space is limited so reserve seats early!

Winter Solstice Observation

All day Dec 21, 2024 | Chaco and Aztec Ruins

On Saturday, December 21, 2024 the public is invited to observe the winter solstice alignment at Chaco Culture National Historical Park and Aztec Ruins National Monument.

Winter Solstice Event

December 21, 2024 from 11:00am - 12:30pm | Farmington Public Library

Celebrate the Winter Solstice in Farmington and witness the architectural wonder of our library as the sun frames the Winter Solstice marker at exactly 12 noon!

Navajo Sash Belt and Tsiiyééł with Irene

December 21, 2024 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Farmington Museum

Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 21st at the Farmington Museum from 12:00- 2:00pm for a FREE demonstration and brief history of the Navajo Sash Belt!

Live Horse Racing

April 18, 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Apr 18, 2025 through May 25, 2025

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

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

Downtown Makers Market

June 5, 2025 from 3:00pm - 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 5, 2025 through Sep 25, 2025

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

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. Saturday market runs from 8:00am - 12:00pm (9:00am to 12:00pm in October) throughout the season. The Tuesday market will begin in July and run from 4:30 to 7:00pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 21, 2025 through Oct 25, 2025

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

Freedom Days

All day Jul 3, 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!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 3, 2025 through Jul 6, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Signature Events

Tuesday Farmington Growers Market

July 15, 2025 from 4:30pm - 5:30pm | 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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jul 15, 2025 through Sep 30, 2025

Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, 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.

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