Upcoming Events & Festivals | Visit Farmington, NM: Outdoors & Sports

Annual Walkathon

September 13, 2025 from 7:00am - 11:00am | Locke Street Eats

Join San Juan Medical Foundation for the 45th Annual Walkathon!

Farmington Grower's Market

September 13, 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 4:00 to 6:00 pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jun 21, 2025 through Nov 1, 2025

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

Hug a Horse Day

September 13, 2025 from 10:00am - 2:00pm | Four Corners Equine Rescue

Looking for a hug? How about giving one to a horse instead at the Four Corners Equine Rescue's Hug a Horse Day!

Four Corners 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

September 13, 2025 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Ricketts Park

Steps of Honor. Miles of Remembrance.

Cajun Seafood Boil

September 13, 2025 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Navajo Dam across from Fish & Float

A global taste adventure: blending bold world flavors from Thai spice to Cajun soul, Mediterranean zest to Latin heat. Dishes made from scratch, served with passion, and full of flavor.

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!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 19, 2025 through Sep 21, 2025

Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports

RC Fun Fly & Swap Meet

September 20, 2025 from 8:00am - 1:00pm | Farmington RC Airfield

Take to the skies with RC airplanes! Whether you want to fly, buy or just watch, it’s fun for all ages. Meet the pilots, see the planes up close, and join the excitement!”

Bloomfield Fall Fest

September 20, 2025 from 10:00am - 4:30pm | Vereda De Rio San Juan (Riverwalk)

It's Fall and Bloomfield is ready for it! Bring your friends and family to their Fall Fest to celebrate.

Celebrating The Return- Recovery Month Festival

September 20, 2025 from 1:00pm - 7:00pm | Berg Park Pavilion

2025 is the 3rd Annual Celebrating the Return Festival. This is a Recovery Month event celebrating the return of victims of trafficking and sexual assault.

Off-Road Prom

September 20, 2025 from 5:30pm - 11:00pm | San Juan Country Club

Ditch the limo and arrive in your rugged ride for the Off-Road Prom!

Categories: Local Look, Outdoors & Sports

Low Classics End of Summer Bash

September 21, 2025 from 9:30am - 4:00pm | Historic Downtown Farmington

The End of Summer Bash Car Show is back—bigger, louder, and shinier than ever! Join us in historic downtown Farmington for chrome, cars, food trucks, music, and nonstop fun. FREE for spectators—don’t miss it!

Annual Rope for the Big Bucks

All day Sep 26, 2025 - Sep 27, 2025 | McGee Park

Saddle up for two days of high-stakes roping at the 19th Annual Rope for the Big Bucks, September 26–27 at McGee Park! With a 70% payout, saddles, buckles, cash, and more on the line, you won’t want to miss the action. All ropers welcome—Western attire required!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 26, 2025 through Sep 27, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports

Four Corners Balloon Rally

All day Sep 26, 2025 | Lake Farmington, Animas Valley Mall, San Juan College, Farmington Civic Center

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.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Sep 26, 2025 through Sep 28, 2025

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

Bloomfield Seniors Flea Market

September 27, 2025 from 8:00am - 2:00pm | Bloomfield Senior Center

Your weekend adventure starts at the flea market—shop, stroll, and score big!

Renaissance Festival at Locke St. Eats

September 27, 2025 from 11:00am - 4:00pm | Locke St. Eats

Locke St. Eats invites you to step back in time at their Renaissance Arts Faire on Saturday, September 7th from 11:00am-3:00pm.

Holiday Farms

All day Oct 3, 2025 | Holiday Farms

Holiday Farms Pumpkin Patch opens Oct. 3! Day & night sessions + the brand-new Jack O’Lantern Glow Trail!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 3, 2025 through Oct 29, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Holiday Events, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports

Aztec Highland Games and Celtic Music Festival

All day Oct 4, 2025 | Riverside Park

Celebrate the culture of the Scottish Highlands with an American Southwest twist!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 4, 2025 through Oct 5, 2025

Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports

Road Apple Rally

October 4, 2025 from 7:00am - 1:00pm | 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 44 years of racing this year.

Poker Run Business after Hours

October 9, 2025 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Downtown Farmington

Your hand could be lucky—but the fun’s a sure thing! Join the Farmington Chamber of Commerce for their First Annual Poker Run Business after Hours!

Aztec Fall Festival and Car Show

October 11, 2025 from 9:00am - 5:00pm | Minium Park

Celebrate fall in Aztec at the Aztec Fall Festival and Car Show! Formerly known as Oktoberfest, this event is full of family fun!

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!

Haunted Nights at River Edge Pumpkin Patch

October 17, 2025 from 7:30pm - 10:00pm | River Edge Pumpkin Patch

Get ready for the spookiest nights of the year at the Haunted River Walk at River Edge! Different nightmares every night—killer clowns, alien abductions, Halloween horrors, and a SECRET FINALE...

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 17, 2025 through Nov 1, 2025

Categories: Holiday Events, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports

Halloween Maze

October 24, 2025 from 5:00pm - 10:30pm | Robert's Halloween Maze

The 9th Annual Robert's Halloween Maze will run from Friday, October 24th to Friday, October 31st from 5:00pm-10:30pm! It will be closed on Sunday, October 26th & Monday, October 27th.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Oct 24, 2025 through Oct 31, 2025

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

Flashlight Night Hike

October 24, 2025 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm | San Juan College Health & Human Performance Center

Bring your flashlight and experience the nocturnal side of the San Juan College hiking trails!

Halloween Cake Walk & Trunk or Treat

October 30, 2025 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Sycamore Park Community Center

Sweet Treats & Spooky Streets! Bring the whole family to Sycamore Park Community Center for our Halloween Cake Walk & Trunk-or-Treat! Enjoy delicious cakes, win prizes, and load up on candy in a safe, family-friendly night of frightful fun.

Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble

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

Festival of Trees

All day Dec 2, 2025 - Dec 7, 2025 | Farmington Civic Center

Presbyterian Medical Services is excited to host a holiday favorite, the Festival of Trees, at the Farmington Civic Center!

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 2, 2025 through Dec 7, 2025

Categories: Festivals, Holiday Events, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, 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.

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.

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