50 Fantastic Fall Experiences in Farmington, New Mexico

If you need incentive to plan a Fall getaway, we have 50+ fantastic fall experiences that you can do on a modest budget when visiting Farmington, New Mexico.  From autumnal celebrations and authentic cultural experiences, to one of a kind outdoor adventures we have plenty of reasons for you to squeeze a weekend escape into any fall weekend!

Make the most of your autumn escape, incorporate seasonal experiences and outdoor adventures into your vacation.  If you would like additional tips, recommendations or ideas, we suggest that you request a free 2019 Vacation Guide and visit our Travel Deals for special offers and explore Where To Stay, Where to Shop and Where to Dine. 

1. Cooler temps and dramatic skies make Fall the perfect time to visit the Bisti
2. Sample fresh roasted green chile at Farmington Grower's Market - September-October
3. Catch salmon on the run during Salmon Season - October 1-December 31, 2019
4. Leaf peeping along the River Walk Trails
5. Blaze a trail with Four Corners Explorers
6. Learn about traditional textiles at the Museum of Navajo Art & Culture
7. Flock together with local birders at Tuesday Birding or Brown Bag Birding
8. Learn ancient history from the best - Journey into the Past Tours
9. Fall in love with National Parks (Fee Free Day November 11, 2019)
10. Sample seasonal brews at Three Rivers Brewery
11. Fall into the local art scene by visiting our local art galleries
12. Catch a celestial encounter and witness sunrise at Angel Peak 
13. Pose for Halloween frights when you meet Stan the T.Rex
14. Find your favorite mineral at the Sherman Dugan Geology Museum
15. Start your holiday shopping at the Downtown Maker's Market
16. Discover your home away from home at Casa Blanca Inn & Suites
17. Celebrate the way things were with Petroliana 
18. Get ready for Fall at the Pumpkin Festival 
19. Leaf peeping and wildlife watching at the Riverside Nature Center
20. Witness a traditional Navajo dance at the 108th Northern Navajo Nation Fair - October 4-6, 2019
21. Watch the sun set over Shiprock Pinnacle
22. Celebrate 38 years of mountain biking at the Road Apple Rally - October 5, 2019
23. Salute those that have served at All Veterans Memorial Plaza
24. Witness autumn colors along the Animas River Walk Trails 
25. Discover traditions at the Fall Navajo Song & Dance - October 12, 2019
26. Get lost in autumn constellations at Chaco, an International Dark Sky Park
27. Indulge in the Spooktacular, a family-friendly show - October 18, 2019
28. Take on the Battle in the Badlands - October 26, 2019
29. Stand in 4 states at one time while visiting Four Corners Monument
30. Trick or treat at Boo Palooza - October 31, 2019
31. Get seasonal, with San Juan Symphony - November 3, 2019
32. Play your way through 5 Golf Courses
33. Give thanks for Veterans - November 8, 2019
34. Learn from a master - Ronny Cox Workshop & Performance - November 8, 2019
35. Get turkey ready with the Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble - November 23, 2019
36. Land a record trout on the San Juan River
37. Hit the links at one of the top municipal courses in America - Pinon Hills Golf Course
38. Feast on award winning chile at The Chile Pod
39. Fall in love with jazz at Jazz Jam
40. Play in the high desert, visit Lions Wilderness Disc Golf Course
41. Hook a northern pike at Lake Farmington
42. Observe how we preserve the past to protect the future at Salmon Ruins
43. Play pioneer for a day, visit Pioneer Village at Aztec Museum 
44. Find lady luck at our local casinos
45. Sketch or photograph the beauty of the Bisti Badlands
46. Geocache your way around Farmington and San Juan County
47. Taste an award winning green chile cheeseburger at Clancy’s Irish Cantina
48. Go back in time at the B-Square Ranch Electromechanical Museum
49. Enter the oldest reconstructed Kiva in North America at Aztec Ruins National Monument
50. Discover early art, as you tour Dinétah Rock Art & Pueblitos
51. Spend some time at the marina - Navajo Lake Marina
52. Explore contemporary and traditional Native art by touring local Trading Posts
53. Meet local artisans, makers and more at local craft fairs October - December
54. Come to play and consider why you should stay

There are certainly more than 50 fantastic experiences to explore in Farmington this Fall.  Simply Choose Your Journey, and let us help you build the perfect getaway! There are plenty of local events, restaurants, attractions and adventures to discover.