Calendar of Events Northern New Mexico has plenty going on: festivals, rodeos, barn dances, concerts, film screenings, children's programs - something for each member of the family.
Red River Ski Area chair lift opens for daily service. Location: Red River Ski Area Enjoy the majestic views of Taos Ski Valley from lift #1. Ride the lift or hike down to the base area. Location: Taos Ski Valley Gene Kloss: From Berkeley to Taos Art from Kloss' early years (1924-1933) documenting her profound skill & spirituality in regards to the Southwest's American Indian and Hispanic communities.
Return to Sacred Places and Taos Pueblo Photographs An exhibit of the Taos Founders interpretations of Taos' sacred places, coupled with an exhibit of photographs taken at Taos Pueblo from 1875 to the present.
Sacred Navajo SandpaintingsSandpainting designs rendered in handwoven wool tapestries. Location: Harwood Museum, Taos An exhibit of oil paintings by Mark Asmus, depicting Native American and Hispanic cultures of Taos. Location: Millicent Rogers Museum, Taos July 05, 2010 - Aug 15, 2010Taos Art Glass Invitational and Walking On Glass Tour Juried exhibitions of the best of studio art glass takes place in Taos at many premier art galleries. Join us for the Opening Celebration on July 11. For more info, call 575-613-6484. Location: Galleries throughout Taos Feast Day celebration of Taos Patron Saints, Santiago and Santana, food, music, vendors, parades, dancers and more. Location: Taos Plaza Sam Shepard's play of a modern western love affair. Shows are July 30, 31, and August 4, 5, 13, 14 & 15. All begin at 8pm. Location: Taos Community Auditorium July 31, 2010"A Taos Experience" Habitat for Humanity invites locals and tourists alike to meet Taos artists as they create and display their works. Gourmet hors d'oeuvres from local restaurants and wineries round out the event. Help promote our local artists, businesses, restaurants and Habitat for Humanity of Taos. 2-5pm. For more info, call 575-758-7827.
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Location: Taos Center for the Arts After the Ranch Rodeo, keep the good times rolling all through the night - dance under the stars, share a home-cooked chuckwagon dinner with neighbors & friends from afar. Live music by Halden Wofford & The Hi Beams. Starts at 6pm. For more info, call 800-526-0482. Location: Solano, NM Concert and dance featuring Tobias Rene, Al Hurricane, Gonzalo, Sorela, and Alta Moni. First annual. 8pm-midnight. For tickets, call 800-390-7858. Location: Downtown Clayton The nation's largest children's theatre returns to Las Vegas with a production of King Arthur's Quest. 7pm. Location: Ilfeld Auditorium, Las Vegas Taos School of Music presents an evening of classical piano and violin performances. 7:30pm. Location: Taos Community Auditorium Aug 01, 2010Feast Day Mass Official recognition of the historic ties between the Village of Pecos and the Pueblo of Jemez. Mass is held at 10:00am in the old mission on the park grounds. This is a very moving event steeped in tradition and history. Location: Pecos National Historic Park Exhibits and commercial booths, Pet Parade, Garden Club Flower Show, Play Day, barbecue, rodeo, dance, chile cook-off and more. Location: Santa Rosa, Guadalupe County Fairgrounds Enjoy a county fair and little wrangler rodeo smack dab in the middle of cowboy country. 4H exhibits, food & fun, dancing! Location: Roy, Harding County Fairgrounds Aug 06 - 14, 2010Connie Mack World Series Enjoy the best amateur baseball in the country. Teams from the U.S. and Puerto Rico play in front of pro-scouts and college officials. For ticket info, call 505- 327-9673. Location: Rickett Park, Farmington Hot air balloons, live music and plenty of vendors make up this fun weekend in Angel Fire. Location: Angel Fire Includes food, games, raffle, a 5K run/walk, magic, music and more! Free and open to the public. Location: Raton You are cordially invited to this one-of-a-kind food fest! You’ll find items from all over New Mexico including plenty of spicy foods, micro breweries & wineries. Location: Eagle Nest Village Center Tour several of Las Vegas' historic buildings, Montezuma Hotel and Harvey House. For more info, call 505-425-8803. Location: Las Vegas NM Sipapu's first music festival! Location: Sipapu Enjoy art & crafts exhibits, lectures, walking & bus tours of historic Las Vegas, music & dancing at Plaza Park - all week long! Location: Las Vegas NM This is an exciting event and fun for the entire family. Location: Santa Fe Trail Event Center, Las Vegas Largest county fair in New Mexico! Live concert, livestock shows, exhibits, fiddlers contest, parade, and arts & crafts booths. Location: McGee Park, Farmington Come see all the best that Quay County has to offer! Location: Tucumcari - Quay County Fair Grounds There is a livestock show and sale, indoor exhibits featuring sewing, gardening, and baking. Add a mud volley ball tournament, judging of steers, lambs, goats, poultry. Add rabbits, a chile cook-off, and a pack horse race and you have the recipe for a fun filled day for the entire family. Location: San Miguel County Fair Grounds 4-H, FFA livestock judging, various booths and exhibits including photography, quilting, leather crafts, baking, Location: Clayton Soldiers recruited during the Civil War were instrumental in the Battle of Glorietta
and the Indian Wars. Drills in Spanish. 7pm Location: CCHP, Las Vegas Come out and experience all your national parks have to offer! Location: All National Parks New Mexico arts & crafts booths, baked goods, live music, traditional spanish dances, kids events. 10am-5pm. Location: Carnegie Park, Las Vegas NM Come horse around for a great cause and great fun. There will be food, drinks, live and silent auctions, music, and dancing. Location: Las Vegas Chili cook-off; venues throughout town. Location: Brandenburg Park, Red River The 27th season of world-class, internationally known musicians performing chamber and classical music. Call 888-377-3300 for locations and times. Location: Throughout Northern New Mexico Come see prize-winning livestock and sample local blue ribbon recipes. Pie eating contest. For more info, call 575-758-3982. Location: Taos County Fair Grounds Aug 20 - 21, 2010San Juan Bi-Fly Tournament The tournament is strictly catch and release. Professional guides score all catches and release all fish. Two flyers per day (Mulligan Fly available). Prizes are awarded. (505) 325-0255. Location: Farmington A challenging 10k trail run up and over the ski hill. High altitude race for the serious mountain trail runner! For more info, call 776-1413. Location: Village of Taos Ski Valley Food, games, live entertainment including Mariachi's, Fiesta Dance, Big Bingo & more. Location: Santa Rosa Aug 21, 2010Ledoux Street Art Stroll Stroll Taos' original artist's lane, with galleries, museums, cafes and shops. Openings, festivities, and fun for all. 3-5pm. For more info, call 575-751-1262. Location: Ledoux Street, Taos Aug 21, 2010Ledoux Street Art Stroll Stroll Taos' original artist's lane, with galleries, museums, cafes and shops. Openings, festivities, and fun for all. 3-5pm. For more info, call 575-751-1262. Location: Ledoux Street, Taos Reenactments of 1800's fort life staged along the tour depict life at the fort during its hay day. Tours begin at dusk (8:30pm). For more info, call 505-425-8025. Location: Fort Union National Park (26 mi N of Las Vegas NM) Enjoy a guided 2.5 mile hiking tour to Williams Lake. Delight in the full moon in the beautiful mountains of Taos Ski Valley. Meet at 7pm; free, For more information call 575-776-1413. Location: Taos Ski Valley Aug 27 - 28, 2010Autumn Run Car Show Classic car show - including music, poker run, street dance, and BBQ. Bring the family! 575.758.1405 Location: Kit Carson Park and Taos Plaza The Cumbres & Toltec is celebrating forty historic years as a New Mexico and Colorado owned and operated tourist railroad. Location: Chama Poker Run to benefit NENMDF scholarship fund. Friday evening: Novice bull riding & rodeo, Texas Hold'Em Tournament, Saturday: Poker Run & Bike Rodeo, games for kids, evening dance-live band. Location: Clayton Dance under the stars, share a home-cooked country meal with neighbors & friends from afar, and listen to swingin' country music by the Delk Band. Starts at 6pm. For more info, call 800-526-0482. Location: Solano, NM Feast day celebrations at Acoma Pueblo in honor of their patron saint, San Esteban. No tours provided on this day, but the village is open to the public free of charge. Location: Acoma Over 35 artists showing their work at their home studios and at several locations downtown Chama. Location: Chama Native American Juried Fine Arts and Crafts Show and Marketplace with an Indian Rug Auction and contest Pow Wow. Location: Farmington Civic Center Enjoy this annual Labor Day festival at historic Cleveland Mill in beautiful Mora - music, food, events, historic displays, arts & crafts booths. Location: Cleveland Roller Mill, Mora Includes a hoedown, door prizes & more! Location: Laguna Vista Saloon Wind your way through the backroads of Taos County and meet artists in their diverse studio settings. This studio tour takes place over two weekends. Opening Reception on Friday, September 3 at the Sagebrush Inn from 6-8pm. O Location: Throughout Taos County Great outdoor fun with live music, beer sampling and games! Location: Angel Fire Resort Rodeos, music, dances, parade, games, and a free Beans & Barbecue lunch. Location: Wagon Mound Join Navajo storyteller Sunny Dooley as she weaves tales and describes cultural items significant in maintaining Diné matrilineal teachings. 7-8:30pm Location: Sugarite Canyon State Park, near Raton A fantastic day of celebration for the entire family. Kidzone, chairlift rides, horseback rides, local food and craft vendor village; then sit back and relax on the magical Strawberry Hill for a night’s musical entertainment with headliner Government Mule. Location: Taos Ski Valley For more info, call 575-377-2667, Location: Angel Fire Resort Zozobra centers around the ritual burning in effigy of Old Man Gloom, or Zozobra, to dispel the hardships and travails of the past year. Gates open at 2pm, burning at dusk. Location: Fort Marcy Park, Santa Fe Over 500 Riders from around the Southwest. Location: Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort Live Entertainment and Concert at Park Lake, Bike Games, Door Prizes, Food and Exhibits, Wild West Shootout, & Dance and Poker Runs. Motorcycle Giveaway New Harley Davidson Road King. Location: Park Lake, Santa Rosa This 100 mile bicycle tour trails through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in beautiful Northern New Mexico. Location: Red River The best of regional cuisine from many Las Vegas restaurants are served in the Old Plaza Park. 7 tastings for $10. For more info, call 505-425-3745. Location: Las Vegas, NM Sept 11 - 12, 2010Rio Costilla Valley Studio Tour Visit artists and craftspeople showing in their studios and on the historic Costilla Plaza. (Costilla is 40 miles north of Taos on Hwy 522.) Location: Costilla, NM Live Entertainment Downtown Gazebo, Food and Exhibits, Wild West Shootout, 50/50’s, Dance and Poker Run. Location: Santa Rosa This race is NORBA sanctioned and consists of 1-4 loops on a 3-5 mile course at the Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski and Snow shoe area located 2 miles outside of Red River, NM. Location: Red River A special time of year in Taos Ski Valley when the aspen trees change to a golden color. This majestic backdrop provides an ideal setting for photographers, artist groups and weddings. Perfect weather and scenery for hiking and horseback riding! Location: Taos Ski Valley The air is crisp and the golden aspens are in their glory. Browse along booths of hand-crafted items while you enjoy delicious food and live entertainment. Location: Red River Conference Center Come enjoy a weekend of activities for car enthusiast! Location: Farmington Show held at Riverside Park in Aztec. Friday & Saturday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Activities for the whole family: parade, Fishing Derby for children, live music, arts & crafts and more. Location: Riverside Park in Aztec, NM Celebration opening with Mass on September 17th @ 7am at St. Jerome Church in Historic Taos Pueblo; Event continuing throughout weekend. This remembrance and celebration will observe one of the most significant occasions in the history of Taos Pueblo and American Indian People: the Pueblo’s 64-year struggle with the U.S. Government to reclaim religious freedom and protection of sacred land. Location: Taos Pueblo A small town celebration complete with 13-piece Oompah Band, German food, beer, German dancers, Costume, Alphorn and Yodeling Contests! Sidewalk Sale at Village shops. Fun for the entire family! Lodging specials. 12 to 6pm. Location: Village of Taos Ski Valley Sept 18 - 26, 2010Fishfest at Eagle Nest Lake It’s a whopper! The fishing tournament is held at the Eagle Nest Marina. On the 25th two events will entertain you! The Chamber sponsors a fish fry and the Laguna Vista hosts the Worm Eating Contest. Location: Eagle Nest Lake Open to the public, any one can enter, any age. Enjoy the fun of disc golf! Location: Sipapu Summer Resort Fundraiser for local scholarship fund. Salsa contest, food and other booths. Location: Clayton Sept 18, 2010Ledoux Street Art Stroll Stroll Taos' original artist's lane, with galleries, museums, cafes and shops. Openings, festivities, and fun for all. 3-5pm. For more info, call 575-751-1262. Location: Ledoux Street, Taos Sept 18 - 19, 2010Talpa Fall Arts & Crafts Fair 20 local artists sell their regional arts - woodworking, jewelry ceramics, photography and more Green chili hamburgers served all day. 10-4 both days. Location: Talpa Community Center on Hwy 518 Dutch oven cook-off & demos, live music all afternoon, craft folk fare, and chuckwagon-style dinner! No charge! 10am-sunset; for more info, call 800-526-0482. Location: Wagon Mound Ranch Supply, Solano See Old West-style shooting events using period correct firearms and live ammunition. Admission is free – ear plugs & eye glasses are recommended. Location: San Juan Wildlife Range, Farmington Enjoy fine bluegrass music at an assortment of Cimarron venues. For more info about this year's events, call 888-222-4174. Location: Cimarron Sept 24 - 26, 2010Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Fair Location: Kit Carson Park
Open daily 10-5, featuring three prestigious shows - Taos Invites Taos, Taos Open, and the Special Exhibition: The Taos Living Masters Invitational. Location: Taos Convention Center A very special event celebrating the 175th founding of Las Vegas. Activities will be happening all over town at different venues, so come and help us celebrate Las Vegas's founding and future! Location: Las Vegas This match features some of the best Cowboy Action shooters in the world. Participants will be dressed in period correct clothing and shooting live ammunition from Old West facades. Admission is free – ear plugs & eye glasses are recommended. Location: San Juan Wildlife Range, Farmington At high noon artists will start their draw: painting en plein air from 12-3pm. Preview of the freshly created work begins at 3pm; live auction starts at 4pm. Open & free to the public. Location: Taos Center for the Arts Sept 25, 2010 - Nov 06, 2010Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit "New Harmonies", Roots of American Music.. Traveling Smithsonian exhibit on display in historic Ilfeld Warehouse. Open daily, For more info, call 575-472-3763. Location: Santa Rosa Two fun filled days of live music, art, food, children's activities and of course your favorite wines from Wines of the San Juan. Fun for the whole family. Location: Blanco, NM Enjoy fall colors while exploring artist's studios throughout the valley. Sunday morning live music at the farmer's market at Beloved Pecos Gallery. For info, call 505-757-6851. Location: Pecos Valley It includes a blessing at the Pecos River, refreshments, trash pick up along the river, Bar-B-Que at noon, free T-shirts for participants, music and much more. Location: Pecos Exhibits come to life at Farmington Museum at Gateway Park. A fun family event for all ages. Location: Farmington Museum at Gateway Park Pulitzer Prize - winning American playwright, actor, writer, and director will read from his latest book, Day of our Days: Stories (Alfred A. Knopf, 2010), with a book signing after the event. 6pm. Location: Taos Center for the Arts Experience this centuries-old trading event and shop for authentic American Indian arts and crafts. Ceremonial pole climbing. (No cameras.) Location: Taos Pueblo plaza Sept 30, 2010 - Oct 03, 201099th Annual Shiprock Navajo Fair Offering a variety of events including arts and crafts, beauty pageant, concerts, exhibits of horticulture, science, agriculture and livestock. Food booths, carnival and of course the SNF Parade through the main street of Shiprock. Location: Shiprock, NM Take a trip back in time to when Red River was part of the "wild, wild west!" Great performances from local entertainers, historical demonstrations, gold-panning, chuckwagon dinners, and more.
Location: Brandenburg Park, Red River A look at traditional and contemporary fiber artistry, an opportunity to get up close and personal with sheep, goats, rabbits, alpacas and llamas, and an invitation for kids to try their hand at a fiber project.
Location: Kit Carson Park Annual mountain bike race and tour offers pro/experts, veterans and beginners a test of skill on a 30-mile single and double loop course through canyons and arroyos. Location: Farmington Oct 02 - 03, 2010El Rito Studio Tour Artists open their studios to the public. Also experience the open air mercado of merchants and food vendors. 10am-5pm. Location: El Rito (1 hr SW of Taos) Exhibits, demonstrations, booths, juried art show. For more info, call (505) 374-9253. Location: Clayton, NM Live music, great German food, beer and crazy contests! Location: Angel Fire Resort Games open at 10am with the show beginning approx. at noon. Location: Tucumcari airport Slow down the pace, kick back, and listen to traditional tales of the Navajo, Hispanic cuentos or stories, some great cowboy poetry, and a few tall tales, as told by some of the very best national and local storytellers. Location: Various locations throughout Farmington Join us for microbreweries, German food, "Oompa" Music, and lots of fun! Location: Brandenburg Park, Red River Oct 08, 2010Fall Art Walk Come walk through historic downtown, from 5pm to 9pm, and enjoy the fall with art receptions and open houses at many Downtown locations. Location: Farmington Discover a new world this Columbus Day weekend - over 50 artists open their doors to share with you their art in their art studios. Location: Abiquiu, NM Oct 09, 2010Oktoberfest The Southwest’s largest Volkswagen parade kicks off the event on Main Ave. in Aztec. The day includes live music, food, games, art walk, crafts, demonstrations, live entertainment and more. A Bier Garten is also available. All events take place downtown. Location: Aztec 9am-9pm. First-of-its-kind 12-hour endurance downhill race at Angel Fire. $5,000 in cash and prizes. Single-, duo- and team categories. Open to sport, expert and pro mountain bike riders. Location: Angel Fire Resort Feast your eyes on intricate juggling, equestrians, belly dancing as the sweet sound of the dulcimer fills your ears. Sword fighters battle in front of lords and ladies while bagpipes play in the background. Admission is FREE! 10am to 7pm Location: Rocky Reach Landing, Farmington Showcasing an impressive lineup of tellers spinning their weave in concerts, children stories, a workshop, a story swap and in visits to our locals schools. An all-day event, from 9:30am-10pm. Location: Taos Center for the Arts Oct 16, 2010Oktoberfest We are bringing back the celebrations of old! What's the recipe? Live music, great food, silly games and of course... lots of German Beer! Location: Angel Fire Resort Halloween fun for the entire family. Games, costume contest, scary vignettes. 7-10pm Location: Heron Lake State Park Oct 23, 2010Ledoux Street Art Stroll Stroll Taos' original artist's lane, with galleries, museums, cafes and shops. Openings, festivities, and fun for all. 3-5pm. For more info, call 575-751-1262. Location: Ledoux Street, Taos Mass hot air balloon accesions, parade and picnic, balloomenshine (hot air balloon shine at dusk). Call 575.758.9210 for more info, Location: Taos A two day Murder Mystery with a big Halloween Bash at the end! More information coming. Location: Angel Fire Resort The merchants on Main Street invite the community to Trick or Treat along Main Street from 4pm – 6pm. Location: Farmington Come to the little village of Dixon, wander among the orchards and visit the 30 some open studios featuring a full spectrum of contemporary and traditional fine art and crafts. Location: Studios & workshops around Dixon Nov 06, 2010Christmas Craft Fair Beautiful handmade gifts, homemade baked goods, antiques, and original art will be available for purchase. Over 100 talented vendors will tempt you with gifts you won’t find anywhere else. Location: Farmington Recreation Center Ceremonies at Vietnam Veterans Memorial beginning at 11 a.m. Location: Angel Fire Nov 13, 2010Calling of the Flakes Everyone is invited! Join us as we ring in another great snow season with a fun filled evening around the bonfire. Enjoy food, drinks, music and snow ceremony festivities! Admission is FREE. Location: Angel Fire Resort C.R.A.F.T. stands for Crafters, Rockhounds, and Artists Fair. All items are handcrafted by the exhibitors. Takes place at the Quay County Exhibit Hall in Tucumcari. Location: Tucumcari - Quay Co Exhibit Hall The fun begins in Red River: The Ski Town of the Southwest Location: Red River Ski Area Tree lighting & caroling, Santa, hot cocoa and cider - a great family tradition! Location: Brandenburg Park, Red River Join in the fun on Thanksgiving Day! Families from all over are invited to take part in this Red River tradition. A great way to celebrate before your Thanksgiving dinner! Noon. Location: Red River Ski Area More than 200 rough stock riders compete for prizes at the McGee Park Coliseum. Rodeo will begin at 7 p.m., McGee park is located between Farmington and Bloomfield on Hwy. 64. Location: McGee Park, Between Farmington & Bloomfield If you want to get an early start on your Christmas shopping, this is the place to be. Most items are handcrafted and will make wonderful Christmas gifts. Location: Las Vegas Enjoy a Cimarron Christmas by shopping in our historic village in a relaxed and festive atmosphere. Refreshments and in-store prizes. Location: Historic District, Cimarron Lighted sculptures featuring a winter wonderland of gingerbread children, holiday ice skaters, and the Grinch hauling away your gifts. Opens 6pm nightly. Location: Riverside Park in Aztec, NM Enjoy all the fun at half the price! Great discounts for early season skiing. Nearly everything is half-price - lodging, lift tickets, rental equipment and even lessons are discounted! Location: Red River Ski Area Light parade of cars, trucks, and motorcycles - all lit with holiday flair. Holiday lighting contest, downtown Christmas promotions, marshmallow roast, s'mores, and gifts for the kids. Location: Downtown Santa Rosa Dec 04, 201021st Annual Christmas Light Parade The parade kicks off the Christmas Season for Las Vegas and what a kick off it is. All city lights are turned off along the route of the parade leaving only the hundreds of lights on the many floats to light up the night. It is a sight to behold. Location: Las Vegas, NM Display illuminates the campus with 50,000 candlelit bags. This is the largest luminaria display of a non-profit entity in New Mexico. Location: San Juan College, Farmington Salmon Ruins brings together artisans from throughout the Four Corners to display and sell their wares at McGee Park. Location: McGee Park, Between Farmington & Bloomfield Dec 04 - 05, 2010Talpa Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair 20 local artists sell their wares - woodworking, quilts, jewelry, ceramics, and more. Posole & chili served all day. 10-4 both days. Location: Talpa Community Center on Hwy 518 Dec 04, 2010Noche de las Luminarias This is one of the most beautiful of Las Vegas's events. Starts at dusk. Location: Luna College, Las Vegas Parade starts at 5:30pm, followed by the annual tree lighting ceremony. Shop locally at Moonlight Madness - all shops open until 8pm. For more info, including being in the parade, call 575-374-9253. Location: Clayton, NM Dec 10, 2010Winter Art Walk Come to historic downtown from 5pm to 9pm and celebrate the holiday lights with art receptions and open houses at many Downtown locations. Location: Farmington Enjoy all the fun at half the price! Great discounts for early season skiing. Nearly everything is half-price - lodging, lift tickets, rental equipment and even lessons are discounted! Location: Red River Ski Area This tour includes both Victorian and Adobe Homes decorated for the holidays. A festive way to celebrate the Holiday Season as you stroll through historic homes at your own pace. Come and enjoy the Historic Las Vegas. Location: Las Vegas - various locations Angel Fire Ski Area opens its 44th season of winter fun. With 560+ acres of ski-able terrain and 73 trails, two terrain parks, extensive cross-country trails and a three-lane tubing hill. Location: Angel Fire Resort Dec 18, 2010Audobon Christmas Bird Count From 8am – 2pm, spend part or all of the day with other birders counting all the birds, common or rare, abundant or scarce, in their wintering grounds in the Farmington area. Location: Animas Park, Farmington Annual living nativity with native Navajo costumes and live animals. Presented by children at Four Corners Home for Children. From 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Location: Farmington Angel Fire Ski Area will light up on Christmas Eve a festive evening of torchlight parade and fireworks before capping off the evening with night skiing at the only ski area in New Mexico to offer skiing under the stars. Location: Angel Fire Resort No where else on Earth can you experience this magical event. A stunning contrast between bonfires and the Procession of the Virgin is a pagaent of beauty, heritage and awe inspiring imagery. Sundown. Location: Taos Pueblo Join us for snacks, cookie decorating and tree trimming in the main lodge. Free! Location: Sipapu Ski Resort In the base area beginning at 6 p.m. a great way to kick off your Christmas Eve celebrations. Location: On slope, Taos Ski Valley Dec 24, 2010Christmas Eve at Picuris Pueblo For information, call 505-587-1099. Location: Picuris Pueblo Celebrate Christmas Eve at the Lift House with the magical play of lights from the Torchlight Parade and Fireworks! 7pm. Location: Red River Ski Area Traditional Christmas Day dances. Dances begin at 2pm. No cameras or cell phones allowed.
Location: the plaza at Taos Pueblo After a festive day of opening presents and holiday dinner, enjoy an evening of cross-country skiing (or snowshoeing) along a luminaria-lined forest trail. Enjoy posole, hot drinks and holiday desserts by any of the bonfires along the way. Festivities begin at 6pm. For more info, call 575.754-2374. Location: Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area Dec 25, 2010Picuris Pueblo Ceremonial Dance Location: Picuris Pueblo
Start your New Year's Eve celebration with the torchlight parade and fireworks display beginning at 6 p.m. followed by festivities throughout the valley. Location: On Slope at Taos Ski Valley Celebrate New Year's on the slopes with a Torchlight Parade; begins at 7pm. Location: Red River ski area Ring in the New Year with a torchlight parade and fireworks display over Angel Fire Ski Resort. Parties abound to celebrate the passing of the old year and the beginning of a new year. Location: Angel Fire Resort Celebrate New Year's Eve with a cake walk, pizza walk, hula hoop contest, and more! Admission is free, and food and refreshments are available! Location: Red River Community House Traditional Taos Pueblo Turtle Dance marks the beginning of a new year. 8am-1pm. Location: Taos Pueblo Students with a valid ID receive a full-day lift ticket for $30 and ski or snowboard rentals for $15. Live entertainment, games and contests throughout town - come party! Location: Red River Ski Area Jan 01, 2011Polar Bear Plunge Join in on this New Year Day tradition! What a way to bring in the New Year! We remove the ice long enough for all you adventurous jumpers to christen yourselves in our beautiful waters! Location: Eagle Nest Lake A symbol of abundance during the winter months, traditional Buffalo Dances begin at 2pm. Location: Taos Pueblo Jan 06, 2011King's Day Celebration This is a ceremonial dance. Extend the same respect you would in your church at home. NO photography is allowed. But you won't need pictures to remember this day. Location: Picuris Pueblo Races open to skiers and snowboarders on Exhibition. Location: Angel Fire Resort How fast are you on a shovel? Come join the fun on the front of Exhibition. More info to come. Location: Angel Fire Resort 14th Annual Jedi Challenge! USASA sanctioned Boarder-Cross and Skier-Cross races. Location: Angel Fire Resort Cross country ski on groomed trails to arrive at a smorgasborg of delicious desserts! Location: Enchanted Forest Cross-Country Ski Area Red River knows how to celebrate Mardi Gras! Daily parades with colorful floats, complete with krewes in costume tossing Mardi Gras beads. Creole music and spicy Cajun cooking. Laisse le bon temps roule! Location: The streets of Red River Grand Slalom competitions, live music, wild parties & free tacos! Enjoy Spring Break New Mexico style! Location: Angel Fire Resort After a glorious ski season season, Red River Ski Area closes today - topping it off with a good round of pond skimming. . Location: Red River Ski Area Last day to ski or ride the mountain for the 2010/2011 season. Location: Angel Fire Resort Thousands walk, crawl, and drive to the little church of many miracles in Chimayo, for Easter services. A unique Northern New Mexico experience. Location: Santuario de Chimayo Apr 24, 2011Easter Egg Hunt A bright and fun event! Children welcome to hunt for hidden Easter Eggs. Starts at 1pm. For more info, call 575-758-8398. Location: Kit Carson Park, Taos Get ready for the rumble... of thousands of motorcycles, and live music. Vendors, food, fun! Monday morning, join in the Memorial Day 25-mile parade to the Vietnam Memorial. Location: Red River Annual car show features all years, makes and models. Night parades, hula hoop contests, bubble gum blowing contests, cake walks, pancake breakfast, and road rally. Location: Brandenburg Park, Red River Enjoy New Mexico's finest microbreweries, finger-lickin' good BBQ, and fantastic musical entertainment. Location: Red River Traditional corn dance. No cameras. Location: Taos Pueblo Bike raffle, games, poker run and great music make this a Northern NM event you won't want to miss. Location: Tucumcari Enjoy the perfect match - fine art & fine wine - at this weekend event in Red River. Location: Brandenburg Park Sunrise mass at San Geronimo church, traditional Corn Dance. No cameras. Location: Taos Pueblo plaza Showcasing renewable energy through the universal language of music and art. This year musical artists include Michael Franti & Spearhead, Los Lonely Boys, Pat Green and many more.
There will be a Solar Sculpture Garden and a SolarFest Forest to help in this Celebration of the Sun in the heart of Taos. 10:30am-10pm daily. Location: Kit Carson Park, Taos Celebrate The Great American Holiday in Red River. Location: Downtown Red River Fireworks, old-fashioned family picnic setting, food booths and entertainment. Location: Park Lake, Santa Rosa July 04, 20114th of July Activities in Eagle Nest 11am-5pm Fireman's BBQ
2pm Parade down Main Street
9:30pm/dark Fireworks over Eagle Nest Lake! Location: Eagle Nest Come celebrate Independence Day and the Village's Birthday in small town fashion. Parade, rubber duck race, fun games & live music. Kids can ride on the firetruck! Parade starts at 2pm; music & events follow the parade. Free. Location: Village of Taos Ski Valley July 04, 2011Arroyo Seco Parade You never know what you'll see at Arroyo Seco's annual Independence Day parade - festivities begin at 1pm. Location: Arroyo Seco July 04, 2011July 4th Fireworks! It's the biggest night in town! Don't miss our 4th of July fireworks spectacular. The fun kicks off at 6PM with hay rides, barbeque, an Independence Day coloring contest, and a rousing medley of patriotic songs led by the Raton High School chorus! Location: Raton Taos Pueblo is famous for its pow-wow. Competition American Indian dances, arts and crafts, food & music. Events begin Friday evening with a grand procession. Join Taos Pueblo as they dance, sing, and share the beauty of their ancestral home. Location: Taos Pueblo |  | Featured Events  July 05, 2010 - Aug 15, 2010 Taos Art Glass Invitational and Walking On Glass TourJuried exhibitions of the best of studio art glass takes place in Taos at many premier art galleries. Join us for the Opening Celebration on July 11. For more info, call 575-613-6484. Location: Galleries throughout Taos  July 22 - 24, 2010 Las Fiestas de TaosFeast Day celebration of Taos Patron Saints, Santiago and Santana, food, music, vendors, parades, dancers and more. Location: Taos Plaza  Aug 20 - 22, 2010 Taos County FairCome see prize-winning livestock and sample local blue ribbon recipes. Pie eating contest. For more info, call 575-758-3982. Location: Taos County Fair Grounds  Aug 21 - 22, 2010 Santa Rosa de Lima FiestasFood, games, live entertainment including Mariachi's, Fiesta Dance, Big Bingo & more. Location: Santa Rosa  Aug 27 - 28, 2010 Autumn Run Car ShowClassic car show - including music, poker run, street dance, and BBQ. Bring the family! 575.758.1405 Location: Kit Carson Park and Taos Plaza  Sept 02, 2010 St Esteban Feast DayFeast day celebrations at Acoma Pueblo in honor of their patron saint, San Esteban. No tours provided on this day, but the village is open to the public free of charge. Location: Acoma  Sept 04 - 05, 2010 Totah FestivalNative American Juried Fine Arts and Crafts Show and Marketplace with an Indian Rug Auction and contest Pow Wow. Location: Farmington Civic Center  Sept 04 - 05, 2010 Mora MillfestEnjoy this annual Labor Day festival at historic Cleveland Mill in beautiful Mora - music, food, events, historic displays, arts & crafts booths. Location: Cleveland Roller Mill, Mora  Sept 09, 2010 Burning of ZozobraZozobra centers around the ritual burning in effigy of Old Man Gloom, or Zozobra, to dispel the hardships and travails of the past year. Gates open at 2pm, burning at dusk. Location: Fort Marcy Park, Santa Fe  Sept 11, 2010 Enchanted Circle Century Bike TourThis 100 mile bicycle tour trails through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in beautiful Northern New Mexico. Location: Red River  Sept 17 - 19, 2010 Aspencade Arts & Crafts FestivalThe air is crisp and the golden aspens are in their glory. Browse along booths of hand-crafted items while you enjoy delicious food and live entertainment. Location: Red River Conference Center  Sept 24, 2010 - Oct 11, 2010 Taos Fall Arts FestivalOpen daily 10-5, featuring three prestigious shows - Taos Invites Taos, Taos Open, and the Special Exhibition: The Taos Living Masters Invitational. Location: Taos Convention Center  Sept 25, 2010 Quick Draw and Art Round UpAt high noon artists will start their draw: painting en plein air from 12-3pm. Preview of the freshly created work begins at 3pm; live auction starts at 4pm. Open & free to the public. Location: Taos Center for the Arts  Sept 29 - 30, 2010 Taos Pueblo San Geronimo DayExperience this centuries-old trading event and shop for authentic American Indian arts and crafts. Ceremonial pole climbing. (No cameras.) Location: Taos Pueblo plaza  Sept 30, 2010 - Oct 03, 2010 99th Annual Shiprock Navajo FairOffering a variety of events including arts and crafts, beauty pageant, concerts, exhibits of horticulture, science, agriculture and livestock. Food booths, carnival and of course the SNF Parade through the main street of Shiprock. Location: Shiprock, NM  Oct 02 - 03, 2010 Taos Wool FestivalA look at traditional and contemporary fiber artistry, an opportunity to get up close and personal with sheep, goats, rabbits, alpacas and llamas, and an invitation for kids to try their hand at a fiber project.
Location: Kit Carson Park  Oct 02, 2010 Road Apple RallyAnnual mountain bike race and tour offers pro/experts, veterans and beginners a test of skill on a 30-mile single and double loop course through canyons and arroyos. Location: Farmington  Oct 08 - 10, 2010 Oktoberfest in Red RiverJoin us for microbreweries, German food, "Oompa" Music, and lots of fun! Location: Brandenburg Park, Red River  Oct 09 - 11, 2010 Abiquiu Studio TourDiscover a new world this Columbus Day weekend - over 50 artists open their doors to share with you their art in their art studios. Location: Abiquiu, NM  Oct 29 - 31, 2010 28th Annual Taos Mountain Balloon RallyMass hot air balloon accesions, parade and picnic, balloomenshine (hot air balloon shine at dusk). Call 575.758.9210 for more info, Location: Taos  Nov 06 - 07, 2010 Dixon Studio TourCome to the little village of Dixon, wander among the orchards and visit the 30 some open studios featuring a full spectrum of contemporary and traditional fine art and crafts. Location: Studios & workshops around Dixon  Nov 11, 2010 Veterans DayCeremonies at Vietnam Veterans Memorial beginning at 11 a.m. Location: Angel Fire  Nov 24, 2010 Red River Ski Area OpensThe fun begins in Red River: The Ski Town of the Southwest Location: Red River Ski Area  Dec 04, 2010 San Juan College LuminariasDisplay illuminates the campus with 50,000 candlelit bags. This is the largest luminaria display of a non-profit entity in New Mexico. Location: San Juan College, Farmington  Dec 04, 2010 Salmon Ruins Holiday Arts & Crafts FairSalmon Ruins brings together artisans from throughout the Four Corners to display and sell their wares at McGee Park. Location: McGee Park, Between Farmington & Bloomfield  Dec 11, 2010 Victorian Home Holiday TourThis tour includes both Victorian and Adobe Homes decorated for the holidays. A festive way to celebrate the Holiday Season as you stroll through historic homes at your own pace. Come and enjoy the Historic Las Vegas. Location: Las Vegas - various locations  Dec 24, 2010 Christmas Eve ProcessionNo where else on Earth can you experience this magical event. A stunning contrast between bonfires and the Procession of the Virgin is a pagaent of beauty, heritage and awe inspiring imagery. Sundown. Location: Taos Pueblo  Dec 25, 2010 Luminaria Ski/Snowshoe TourAfter a festive day of opening presents and holiday dinner, enjoy an evening of cross-country skiing (or snowshoeing) along a luminaria-lined forest trail. Enjoy posole, hot drinks and holiday desserts by any of the bonfires along the way. Festivities begin at 6pm. For more info, call 575.754-2374. Location: Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area  Dec 31, 2010 New Year's Eve CelebrationStart your New Year's Eve celebration with the torchlight parade and fireworks display beginning at 6 p.m. followed by festivities throughout the valley. Location: On Slope at Taos Ski Valley  Jan 01, 2011 Polar Bear PlungeJoin in on this New Year Day tradition! What a way to bring in the New Year! We remove the ice long enough for all you adventurous jumpers to christen yourselves in our beautiful waters! Location: Eagle Nest Lake  Jan 06, 2011 Buffalo DanceA symbol of abundance during the winter months, traditional Buffalo Dances begin at 2pm. Location: Taos Pueblo  Feb 26, 2011 Just Desserts 'Eat and Ski'Cross country ski on groomed trails to arrive at a smorgasborg of delicious desserts! Location: Enchanted Forest Cross-Country Ski Area  Mar 03 - 08, 2011 Mardi Gras in the MountainsRed River knows how to celebrate Mardi Gras! Daily parades with colorful floats, complete with krewes in costume tossing Mardi Gras beads. Creole music and spicy Cajun cooking. Laisse le bon temps roule! Location: The streets of Red River  Apr 22 - 24, 2011 Easter Pilgrimage to Santuario de ChimayoThousands walk, crawl, and drive to the little church of many miracles in Chimayo, for Easter services. A unique Northern New Mexico experience. Location: Santuario de Chimayo  Apr 24, 2011 Easter Egg HuntA bright and fun event! Children welcome to hunt for hidden Easter Eggs. Starts at 1pm. For more info, call 575-758-8398. Location: Kit Carson Park, Taos  May 27 - 30, 2011 Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally/RunGet ready for the rumble... of thousands of motorcycles, and live music. Vendors, food, fun! Monday morning, join in the Memorial Day 25-mile parade to the Vietnam Memorial. Location: Red River  June 03 - 05, 2011 Red River Classic Car ShowAnnual car show features all years, makes and models. Night parades, hula hoop contests, bubble gum blowing contests, cake walks, pancake breakfast, and road rally. Location: Brandenburg Park, Red River  June 24, 2011 San Juan Feast DaySunrise mass at San Geronimo church, traditional Corn Dance. No cameras. Location: Taos Pueblo plaza  June 25 - 26, 2011 Taos Solar Music FestivalShowcasing renewable energy through the universal language of music and art. This year musical artists include Michael Franti & Spearhead, Los Lonely Boys, Pat Green and many more.
There will be a Solar Sculpture Garden and a SolarFest Forest to help in this Celebration of the Sun in the heart of Taos. 10:30am-10pm daily. Location: Kit Carson Park, Taos  July 04, 2011 4th of July Celebration Come celebrate Independence Day and the Village's Birthday in small town fashion. Parade, rubber duck race, fun games & live music. Kids can ride on the firetruck! Parade starts at 2pm; music & events follow the parade. Free. Location: Village of Taos Ski Valley  July 04, 2011 Arroyo Seco ParadeYou never know what you'll see at Arroyo Seco's annual Independence Day parade - festivities begin at 1pm. Location: Arroyo Seco  July 04, 2011 July 4th Fireworks!It's the biggest night in town! Don't miss our 4th of July fireworks spectacular. The fun kicks off at 6PM with hay rides, barbeque, an Independence Day coloring contest, and a rousing medley of patriotic songs led by the Raton High School chorus! Location: Raton  July 08 - 10, 2011 Taos Pueblo Pow WowTaos Pueblo is famous for its pow-wow. Competition American Indian dances, arts and crafts, food & music. Events begin Friday evening with a grand procession. Join Taos Pueblo as they dance, sing, and share the beauty of their ancestral home. Location: Taos Pueblo |