Jazz on a train, a rooftop reading, native plants in bloom, folk in a chapel, opera + Rent, and more. 
Happy Tuesday, Santa Fe. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Santa Fe Brief serve up everything you need to know for the week ahead:
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Opera + Rent 🎬
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Photo blooms 📸
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Sunset concert 🥁
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Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Temple of a Thousand Doors: Meow Wolf’s Santa Fe venue now features artist Danae Brissonnet’s vivid sculptural dream world—her most ambitious narrative work yet—complete with phoenixes and mermaid lobsters — take a look.
Bikes for Business kickoff: A community bike ride rolls out at 6 pm on Wednesday, June 25, with a 4–6 mile social-paced loop from the Railyard water tower to boost Guadalupe Street businesses during construction — find out how to join.
Airport-adjacent land listed: A Santa Fe airport-area parcel hit the market at $3.38 million, pitching mixed-use development potential to investors — check out the full story.
College funding: With fall semester approaching, it’s a good time to explore student loan options. Co-signed loans often come with better rates and higher approval odds, and many lenders provide pathways to release co-signers after establishing good payment records — CollegeAve makes the entire process a breeze.
Highlights this week
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Peñasco chipmunk faces extinction threats
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Flamenco is flourishing across New Mexico
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Celebrate native plants at a photography exhibit
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Connect over coffee at this Pride edition
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Support small businesses during this bike ride
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Got debt? National can help you cut ties
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Farm-to-fork thrills ahead: Craving bold, beef-free flavors? Look no further than Ras Rody’s Jamaican Vegan for humble veggies turned rock stars. Expect inventive plant-based dishes, dairy-free twists, and desserts that’ll make you rethink vegan eats.
Shuck it to me: Nothing says coastal charm like briny, ocean-fresh oysters piled high—and Palace isn’t shy about bringing the tide straight to your table.
Two-wheel TLC: Whether you’re dodging potholes or conquering gravel trails, The Broken Spoke keeps your ride rolling smoother than your favorite playlist.
Punchline paradise: From clever one-liners to off-the-wall improv, Santa Fe Improv delivers belly laughs and beer-fuelled cheers—no two nights are ever the same.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
This week
🎬 The Santa Fe Opera Film Series: Rent @ Center for Contemporary Arts | Tuesday (6/24) at 6 pm – Get in the operatic mood with a special screening of Rent, kicking off the Santa Fe Opera’s summer film series. Director James Robinson will share pre-show insights on its connection to La Bohème, followed by wine, cheese, and bohemian vibes. Yes, there’s a tailgate. Yes, it’s classy.
📸 Photography Exhibit Opening Reception @ Co-Fe | Thursday (6/26) at 5:30 pm – Celebrate the bloom and resilience of New Mexico’s native plants at this striking new photo exhibit by Christina Selby. Come for the flowers, stay for the conservation mission and light refreshments.
🥁 Music at Dusk @ School for Advanced Research | Thursday (6/26) at 6 pm – Sip, stroll, and soak in a world-spanning soundscape under the evening sky. Persian dulcimer meets Guadalajara percussion in this free outdoor concert, complete with cocktails and Oaxaca-inspired bites for purchase.
🍸 Margarita Rail @ Santa Fe Depot | Thursday (6/26) at 7:10 pm – Hop aboard for the ultimate rolling happy hour. You’ll sip margaritas, hear live tunes, and coast through the high desert at golden hour. A welcome drink is included—just don’t try to drive the train.
🎨 From Santa Fe to São Paulo to Sicily ~ The Sublime @ Blue Rain Gallery | Friday (6/27) at 5 pm – Erin Currier’s powerful portrait series returns to Santa Fe, blending collage, color, and conscience. These luminous works spotlight resilient souls from around the globe, created from the scraps of consumer culture. Come for the art, stay for the message—and the Friday night artist reception.
🎶 Eliza Gilkyson @ San Miguel Chapel | Friday (6/27) at 7:30 pm – Folk powerhouse Eliza Gilkyson returns with new songs from Dark Ages—and a voice that cuts straight to the soul. Her storytelling blends tenderness and truth, with a dash of activism for good measure. Don’t miss this night of music that matters.
This weekend
📚 Jamie Figueroa & Kyce Bello Reading @ Geronimo’s Books | Saturday (6/28) at 4 pm – Two acclaimed local authors. One powerful reading. Jamie Figueroa and Kyce Bello take the mic to share intimate work from their latest releases—expect raw insight, lyrical beauty, and a literary afternoon to remember.
🚂 Speakeasy Express @ Santa Fe Depot | Saturday (6/28) at 7 pm – All aboard for jazz, champagne, and 1920s mischief on rails. The Speakeasy Express is a mobile cocktail party wrapped in vintage vibes—password required, flapper attire encouraged, good times guaranteed.
💃 Rock The Casbah Belly Dance Party @ Paradiso | Saturday (6/28) at 7:30 pm – Bust out your sequins and coin belts—it’s belly dance o’clock! Watch New Mexico’s finest dazzle, then shimmy onto the bamboo dance floor with DJ AALEXX spinning the beats. Raffle prizes, community vibes, and sparkle everywhere.
🍷 New Mexico Wine Train @ Santa Fe Depot | Sunday (6/29) at 1:30 pm – Sip, swirl, and ride in style. This train tour pairs top-notch New Mexico wines with gorgeous desert views and live entertainment. Your ticket includes samples, a glass of your fave, and a tidy little charcuterie box—elevated Sunday, activated.
🎶 Live music & entertainment
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6/24 Katy Tessman @ Beer Creek Brewing Co. – 6 pm
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6/24 Metalachi @ Tumbleroot Brewery – 8 pm
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6/24 Tuesday Downtown Blues Jam @ Evangelo’s Cocktail – 8 pm
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6/24 Midnight Wolf EDM Night @ Boxcar – 9 pm
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6/25 Flamenco Paraguas @ Teatro Paraguas Black Box Theater – 7 pm
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6/26 Sourena Sefati and more @ School for Advanced Research – 6 pm
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6/26 Somewhere in the Rainbow @ The Mystic Santa Fe – 7 pm
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6/26 Sunset Serenade @ Santa Fe Depot – 7:10 pm
🏠️ This house is wild
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Overlooking the 13th hole, this home delivers classic Santa Fe charm with architectural flair, 14 Storm View Lane delivers unapologetic Santa Fe swagger—think soaring ceilings, Rastra walls, and fireplaces galore (because one is never enough). The main house and casita sprawl across 6,194 square feet, with enough bedrooms and secret nooks to lose a few guests—or find them sipping wine from the butler’s walk-in pantry, which is basically a speakeasy for your Sub Zero collection.
Views of the Jemez Mountains and lush golf greens do their best to distract from the spa-worthy bath, roof deck shenanigans, and gardens so vibrant they practically demand a garden party. Casita dwellers get their own kitchen, fireplace, and washer/dryer, because laundry day should always come with a side of mountain vistas.
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