Celebrate the Holidays

Farmington lights up with holiday cheer, as we usher in this festive season! From holiday themed 5Ks to traditional Christmas celebrations, Farmington knows how to deck the halls. This year, we invite you to visit Farmington for more than just shopping. Take the time to join us at our holiday events, live performances and craft fairs. Meet local artisans and get to know us a little better. We also have plenty of outdoor and cultural adventures to add to your must see and do list. Please join us over the holidays and let's spread the magical spirit of the season, while creating treasured family memories.

Aztec Sparkles

All day Dec 13, 2025 | Aztec, New Mexico

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

Categories: Family Friendly, Holiday Events, Winter Holidays

Kristkindlmarkt Winter Wonder Arts Festival

All day Dec 13, 2025 | Zion Lutheran Church

The Annual Kristkindlmarkt will take place at the Zion Lutheran Church from 5:00-8:00pm on Friday, December 13th. It will also be open from 9:00am-4:00pm on Saturday, December 14th.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 12, 2025 through Dec 13, 2025

Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Festivals, Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays

Christmas Performances by The Mann Dance Academy, Inc.

All day Dec 13, 2025 | Henderson Fine Arts Center

The Nutcracker & Christmas Spectacular presented by Mann Dance Academy, Inc. A special matinee performance of the Nutcracker will take place at 1:00pm on Saturday, December 13th. PLEASE NOTE: See event description for full list of dates and times.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Dec 12, 2025 through Dec 13, 2025

Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Winter Holidays

Toys for Tots

December 13, 2025 from 9:00am - 4:00pm | Ziems Ford Corners

Bring an unwrapped gift for a young child or teen. There will be Whataburger cookies and more! And enjoy live performances!

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Winter Holidays

San Juan Center For Independence Christmas Bazaar

December 13, 2025 from 10:00am - 3:00pm | 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 their Independence Christmas Bazaar on December 13th!

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

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!

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

Christmas Lunch

December 19, 2025 from 11:30am - 1:00pm | Bonnie Dallas Senior Center

Join the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center for this celebratory holiday lunch.

Categories: Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays

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!

Categories: Family Friendly, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Music & Theater, Winter Holidays

Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair

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

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

Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Winter Holidays

Winter Solstice Observation

December 22, 2025 from 4:30pm - 5:30pm | Aztec Ruins

On December 22, 2025, the public is invited to observe the winter solstice sunset alignment at Aztec Ruins National Monument.

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!

Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Winter Holidays

Polar Bear Plunge

January 1, 2026 from 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Lake Farmington

Plunge into the new year at Lake Farmington! Take part in the Dave and Friends 5th annual Polar Bear Plunge on Thursday, January 1st.

Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays

Keshjee' (Navajo Shoe Game)

January 28, 2026 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm | SJC Suns Lounge (located above Mary’s Kitchen)

Join San Juan College for a Késhjéé (Navajo Shoe Game) celebration. Learn about and take part in a night of fun and song, sharing Navajo culture and winter night stories. Join the workshop on Wednesday, January 28th from 6:00-9:00pm, and Navajo Shoe Game on Thursay, January 29th from 6:00-9:00pm.

Can't make it on this day? The event runs Jan 28, 2026 through Jan 29, 2026

Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Winter Holidays

AstroFriday

January 30, 2026 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