Events in Santa Fe County, NM

Learn how to battle in the rift with Riftbound. Participation is free.

Santa Fe will ring with the sound of the alphorn as the Alphorn Association of North America brings an event dedicated to this distinctive instrument to New Mexico. Musicians at any stage, from newcomers to advanced players, can deepen their technique with guidance from experienced clinicians and connect with a supportive alphorn community. Expect an immersive musical experience in a striking Southwestern setting. Registration details will be announced soon.

The Georgia O’Keeffe Museum stays open late for First Friday, with free admission for New Mexico residents and free admission for everyone during the evening. Visitors can enjoy art and special programming.

Immerse yourself in the colors of the high desert while creating a landscape inspired by Sacred Mountain Cloud Magic by Tracy Turner Sheppard. Guided by Santa Fe artists Laura Tarnoff and Mickey Bond at Artful Soul: Creative Experiences in Santa Fe, participants will explore vast skies, far off peaks, and sage dotted terrain using vibrant tones of turquoise, violet, magenta, and glowing orange. Step by step instruction covers simplifying the forms of mountains and sagebrush, building depth with layered color, and using loose, sweeping brushstrokes to convey the movement and energy above. No prior experience is required, and all materials are provided. Attendees may bring their favorite beverages and snacks. Everyone will leave with a personal, colorful interpretation of the New Mexico landscape. Space is limited to 12 participants. Because capacity is small, tickets are non refundable and cannot be transferred. Instruction emphasizes supporting your creative process and helping you unlock your own style.

Enjoy a free, casual game of Commander.

Take part in a Magic: The Gathering Star Trek prerelease with a prerelease kit to build your deck. The event includes three rounds, with two packs awarded per round win and a bonus pack for undefeated players. Entry is $40.

A foundational Reiki Level 1 training that blends energy medicine with supportive practices to help participants activate their own capacity for healing. Through guided meditation, Qi Gong, sound-based practices, and step-by-step hand placements, attendees learn to sense their own energy and that of others and to direct it with intention. The curriculum explores the origins of Reiki, practical applications and benefits, and core concepts of energy and the human field. Participants receive four Level 1 attunements, a comprehensive manual, a self-healing approach created by the instructor, and dedicated time for hands-on practice in feeling and moving energy. Completion leads to Reiki First Degree certification. Tuition is $325. The course is led by Reiki Master Sharna Langlais, an experienced teacher and practitioner, author of Unexpected Awakenings, and founder of a hospital-based volunteer Reiki program.

Compete in a weekly One Piece Super League with a $10 entry fee. Packs are awarded to the top three players based on entry, and part of each entry fee contributes to the end-of-season league. Earn points by playing, showing up, and winning.

Rodrigo y Gabriela bring the OurHome Tour, celebrating a bold new album that opens a dreamlike world of rogue monsters, celestial birds, stardust, and untamed landscapes while tracing a path toward inner peace. Produced by the duo in Tokyo, the record salutes Japan and reflects on finding a sense of home within, all through their fiercely expressive acoustic instrumentals. For more than two decades, Rodrigo Sánchez and Gabriela Quintero have pushed the acoustic guitar into new territory, blending classical precision, rock and metal intensity, cinematic atmosphere, and spiritual exploration into a sound that is distinctly their own. Their path leads from early busking on Dublin’s Grafton Street to a GRAMMY win for Mettavolution, a Glastonbury headline appearance, and sold-out nights at the Hollywood Bowl, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Royal Albert Hall, Radio City Music Hall, and the Sydney Opera House. The new album returns to the tactile beauty of acoustic textures and expands their world with guests including Marty Friedman and Hiromi. On stage, expect rapid lead lines from Rodrigo and hard-hitting, hypnotic rhythms from Gabriela, creating a set that moves between quiet focus and unstoppable momentum for both longtime followers and first-time listeners. The concert takes place at the Lensic Performing Arts Center. It is open to all ages and seating is available. Two bars serve the inner lobby, and outside food or drink is not permitted. Parking validation for the nearby Sandoval garage can be pre-paid during checkout. Accessibility accommodations are available by contacting the box office in advance. Tickets are priced from 49 to 72 dollars before fees. A Meet and Greet Experience is offered at 197 dollars plus fees and includes a premium seat, time with the artists for photos, an autographed vinyl, a commemorative VIP laminate, early entry where available, the chance to shop for merchandise without crowds where available, and a 20 percent discount at the official store. For ticketing assistance, contact the Lensic box office at 505-988-1234 or visit in person. Entry may be photographed or filmed for venue marketing, and anyone who prefers not to be recorded can inform a staff member or on-site photographer.

Liana Flores brings a globally minded folk sound shaped by Brazilian bossa nova and English roots, blending nimble guitar work with personal storytelling. She first found listeners as a teenager with showtune covers online, then turned to originals that married bossa harmonies with reflections on anxiety and the landscapes of her Norfolk upbringing. One early song, rises the moon, later spread widely on TikTok, inspiring many covers and approaching a billion streams. After signing with Verve Records, she released Flower of the soul in 2024, expanding into sunshine pop, bossa nova, and psych folk with polished studio production and a full band, followed by extensive touring across the UK, Europe, the US, and Asia. Her recent single So it goes nods to classic bossa nova in the spirit of Burt Bacharach and Astrud Gilberto, channeling the tempo of city life in London. Allie Sandt opens the show with a blend of folk, rock, and jazz and a playful touch that has drawn comparisons to Sheryl Crow and Steely Dan. Her debut album, In Pursuit of a Good Time, and the breakout single The Right Time grew her audience online, and she is known for powerful vocals and an easy humor on stage. Her support run with Liana Flores brings intimate songwriting to new listeners across the U.S. This is an all ages event with seated general admission. Tickets are $20 plus fees in advance and $25 plus fees on the day of show. Alcohol will be available, and outside food or drink is not permitted. Parking is available, with overflow in the gravel lot next door. ADA access is provided, and guests can speak with a representative for assistance. Entry may be photographed or filmed for promotional use; those who prefer not to be recorded can inform event staff or on-site photographers.

Take part in a Magic: The Gathering Star Trek prerelease, where participants build a deck using a prerelease kit and play three rounds. Two packs are awarded per round win, with a bonus pack for undefeated players. Entry is $40.

Players can practice chess and receive coaching at no cost at CHOMP Food Hall. The gathering takes place even on salsa night.

Gilla Band brings its boundary-pushing, genre-blurring sound to Meow Wolf Santa Fe. The Dublin four-piece has spent more than a decade reshaping what rock can be, forging a singular approach that sits outside easy labels. Their new release, Giraffe, is the first fresh music from the band in nearly four years and follows the widely praised third album Most Normal, which Pitchfork highlighted as Best New Music and celebrated for its tense, deconstructed edge. Their live reputation is intense and high-energy, with The Guardian noting the visceral impact of their shows. This is an all-ages, standing-room-only performance. Tickets are $25 plus fees in advance and $30 plus fees on the day of the show. A member and artist presale is offered ahead of the public on-sale. For online ticketing support, contact Meow Wolf at 1-866-636-9969. Parking is available at the venue. Alcohol is served, and outside food or drink is not permitted. Meow Wolf advises leaving large bags, laptops or tablets, oversized coats, umbrellas, luggage, strollers, skateboards, and professional recording equipment in your car or a locker. For ADA accommodations, email help@meowwolf.com in advance. Entry constitutes consent to be photographed or filmed for Lensic marketing or promotional use. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, notify a staff member or an on-site photographer or videographer.

Lyle Lovett appears with his Small Large Band for a performance that highlights his storytelling and the genre-spanning sound he has crafted across 14 albums. The Texas singer, composer, and actor blends country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues, and his concerts reflect both the breadth of his talents and the range of his influences. His achievements include four Grammy Awards, the Americana Music Association’s inaugural Trailblazer Award, and recognition as Texas State Musician. Tickets are priced from $79 to $129 before fees. A member pre-sale is available for Lensic members, and a public sale is also offered. The performance takes place at the Lensic Performing Arts Center with seated accommodations. Alcohol is available at two bars in the inner lobby, and outside food or drinks are not permitted. Parking validation for the nearby Sandoval garage can be purchased during checkout. Accessible services are available by arranging accommodations with the box office in advance. Please note that entry may involve being photographed or recorded for venue marketing purposes. Anyone who prefers not to be captured can inform venue staff or the event photographers and videographers.

Puma Blue takes the stage at Meow Wolf with music from Croak Dream, a new album shaped by reflections on mortality, renewal and the threads that connect past, present and future. Conceived in solitude and realized collaboratively, the record grew from tape loop experiments at Peter Gabriel’s Real World Studios, with co-production and engineering by Sam Petts-Davies of work with The Smile and Frank Ocean. The band improvised around fragments of songs to create a vivid sound world where baritone sax-tinged ballads meet pulsing rhythms, blending lo-fi jazz intimacy with jungle inflections, krautrock colors and trip-hop haze. The result balances fearless sonic exploration with disarmingly honest emotion. This is an all-ages, standing-room-only show. Advance tickets are $30 plus fees, rising to $35 plus fees on the day of the show. Parking is available on site. Alcohol is served, and outside food or drink is not permitted. For ADA accommodations, email help@meowwolf.com in advance. To streamline entry, refrain from bringing backpacks or oversized bags, laptops or tablets, heavy coats, umbrellas, luggage, strollers, skateboards or professional recording equipment. Entry implies consent to photography and video that may be used for promotional purposes, and anyone who prefers not to be captured can notify a staff member or an event photographer or videographer.

An educational lunch at Tomasita's in Santa Fe provides information for former Sandia or Los Alamos employees and individuals who worked at uranium sites. The session covers how to determine eligibility for compensation, health benefits, and in home care at no out of pocket cost. Hosted by CNS Cares, a home care provider serving energy workers, this free program offers clear guidance and answers to common questions.

Lyle Lovett appears with his Small Large Band for an evening that highlights the range and storytelling that have defined his career. A Texas-born singer, composer, and actor with 14 albums to his name, he blends country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues in a style that crosses genres. Since his 1986 debut, he has earned four Grammy Awards, received the Americana Music Association’s inaugural Trailblazer Award, and been named Texas State Musician. The performance takes place at the Lensic Performing Arts Center, where seating is available. Drinks are offered at two bars in the inner lobby, and outside food or beverages are not permitted. Parking validation for the Sandoval garage can be purchased in advance during checkout. The venue is ADA accessible, and guests who need accommodations should notify the box office before the show. Tickets are priced from $79 to $129 plus fees, with member pre-sale and a public on-sale period. Entry implies consent to photography or filming for Lensic promotional use, and anyone who prefers not to be recorded can inform a staff member or event photographer.

Two Runner takes the stage in The Marigold Room with songs centered on Porchlight, the new record from Paige Anderson that reflects on fresh beginnings with heartfelt resolve. Expect richly woven string arrangements, candid storytelling, and spirited numbers that speak to persistence and determination. Anderson has toured since childhood and is now nearly a decade into her own artistic path, with past support slots for Sierra Ferrell, Watchhouse, and Molly Tuttle. This event is open to all ages. Seating is limited. Advance tickets are $20 plus fees, increasing to $25 plus fees on the day of the show. Member presale is offered, followed by a public onsale. Tickets are available through the Lensic box office by phone at 505-988-1234 or in person. A bar will be available, and outside food or beverages are not permitted. Parking is available with overflow in the adjacent gravel lot. The event is ADA accessible, and guests may speak with a TMR representative for assistance. Entry constitutes consent to photo or video recording for Lensic promotional use; those who do not wish to be recorded may inform a staff member or an event photographer or videographer.

Bayonne brings an immersive blend of experimental pop and electronic artistry to Meow Wolf Santa Fe. The Austin musician, Roger Sellers, crafts richly layered pieces that balance texture and emotion, and his latest release, Filters, deepens that approach. Building on the reflection of 2023’s Temporary Time, the new album weaves graceful melodies, smooth synth tones, bits of found sound, and an uplifting mix of piano and percussion as he moves through the loss of his father toward acceptance. This is an all-ages show with standing room only. Advance tickets are $30 plus fees, and prices increase to $35 plus fees on the day of the event. The venue offers parking and serves alcohol, and outside food and drink are not allowed. Accessibility accommodations are available by speaking with a Meow Wolf team member. For everyone’s comfort and safety, please leave items like large bags, laptops or tablets, bulky coats, umbrellas, luggage, strollers, skateboards, and professional recording equipment at home or secured in a locker. Entry constitutes consent to be photographed or filmed for Lensic promotional use, and anyone who prefers not to be recorded can notify a staff member or an event photographer or videographer.

Parents and caregivers can receive individualized guidance from certified technicians on selecting, installing, and using car seats and booster seats correctly. The fitting station operates at a permanent location and offers appointments during its regular operating hours.

At the Lensic Performing Arts Center, the Buena Vista Orchestra celebrates Cuba’s rich musical legacy with a repertory ensemble featuring artists connected to the Buena Vista Social Club, AfroCuban All Stars, and the bands of Celia Cruz, Omara Portuondo, Chucho Valdés, Willie Colón and more. Virtuoso Cuban violinist Rolando Morejón Reyes leads a stellar group drawn from original Buena Vista Social Club performances and longtime collaborators across the Afro-Cuban scene, with featured musicians including trumpeter Antonio Perigo, percussionist Miguel Valdés, pianist Helder Rojas, trombonist Yosmel Garcerarn, and Latin Grammy nominee and percussionist Pepe Epsinosa. The Buena Vista Social Club, the Buena Vista Orchestra and related projects have toured internationally, reached millions of listeners through concert tickets and recordings, and inspired documentaries and stage productions, establishing this music as one of the most widely recognized Cuban cultural touchstones. This presentation continues that tradition while supporting opportunities for a new generation of musicians and industry professionals. All ages are welcome. Seating is available, and the inner lobby offers two bars. Outside food and drink are not permitted. Tickets are priced from $44 to $69, plus fees, with both online and in-person box office support. Parking validation for the Sandoval garage across the street can be purchased during checkout. ADA accommodations are available with advance notice to the box office. Entry constitutes consent to photography and video that may be used for venue marketing, and anyone who prefers not to be recorded should inform a staff member or the event photo and video team.

Bahamas brings an evening of rich melodies and compelling songs to Meow Wolf in Santa Fe. This special performance celebrates the lively sounds of the Bahamas and spotlights the performer Bahamas.

Enjoy a social-paced bike ride through the city to a different brewery each month. The ride covers 5 to 8 miles and goes ahead rain or shine. Riders receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a gift card or swag. The May destination is Second Street Rufina, with year-round ride support from Rob & Charlie’s, including socks for the raffle.

The Mystic Santa Fe once again hosts a cumbia night featuring Felix y Los Gatos. The band returns to the venue for a night dedicated to cumbia.

Slothrust appears at Meow Wolf with Um, Jennifer? for an all-ages show. The project of singer and guitarist Leah Wellbaum and drummer Will Gorin has spent nearly a decade evolving from the debut Of Course You Do, channeling early blues and jazz inspirations into expansive, unconventional rock. On the road they have supported Manchester Orchestra, Front Bottoms, and Highly Suspect, and their song "7:30 AM" served as the theme for the FX series "You're the Worst" for five seasons. In 2021 they released Parallel Timeline, diving into questions of identity, time, and perception. Their exploration continued with a smoky, slow-burning 2023 cover of Ginuwine's "Pony," and the standalone single "Wild Card," produced with Willy Beaman, known for work with Demi Lovato, Kelly Rowland, and Sky Ferreira. Tickets are $25 plus fees in advance and $30 plus fees on the day of show, with a member and artist presale preceding a public sale. The event is standing room only. Parking is available at the venue. Alcohol is served, and outside food or drinks are not permitted. For accessibility needs, please arrange accommodations in advance. Items such as backpacks or oversized bags, laptops or tablets, bulky coats, umbrellas, luggage, strollers, skateboards, and professional recording equipment may be restricted by venue policy. Entry may involve photography or filming for marketing or promotional use, and attendees who prefer not to be recorded can inform venue staff or on-site photographers.

Enjoy a sealed EB-05 release event that uses EB-05 packs to build your deck and battle. Entry is $35. Participation and winner promo packs are included, and you will receive one pack for each round you win. Details are subject to change.

At the Lensic Performing Arts Center in Santa Fe, Swan Lake appears in a renewed vision that honors its roots while embracing innovation. Tchaikovsky’s celebrated score and classical choreography anchor the performance as inventive lighting reshapes the visual world on stage. Costumes illuminated with light follow each movement, bathing the space in evolving color and mood. Technology is thoughtfully integrated to enhance, not overshadow, the elegance of traditional ballet. Music, light, and motion come together to present a fresh perspective on a cherished masterpiece.

Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery hosts a stop on the El Camino Tour featuring Collin Donley with Cory Waller & The Wicked Things, offering a night of country with a rugged streak. Raised in Sheridan, Wyoming, Collin draws on the storytelling of Jamey Johnson, the grit of John Fogerty, and the edge of James Hetfield to craft a sound that blends outlaw roots with a heavier rock backbone. His songs are dark, direct, and unvarnished, grounded in a blue-collar outlook and made for places where real stories carry weight. From Iowa, Cory Waller & The Wicked Things bring a hardworking, Midwestern energy shaped by small-town life and years on the road, writing for the people they grew up alongside. The band features Cory Waller with bassist Ethridge Netz, lead guitarist Ronley King, vocalist and acoustic guitarist Emilee Johnson, fiddler Joshua Rex, and drummer Kaleb Ferry. Tickets are $14 in advance and $18 at the door, with a ticket link to be announced.

This release event for the One Piece Card Game OP-18 set features sealed play. Construct a deck from supplied packs and compete through multiple rounds. Entry is $35. Receive a pack for every round you win, plus winner prizes and participation packs.

Enjoy live music from Johnny Lloyd and Co, along with food and margaritas at the Cowgirl BBQ. This free event is family-friendly.

Pony Curtis lights up Tiny’s Restaurant and Lounge with a high-energy blend of deep soul, gritty funk, and R&B made for the dance floor. Expect a crate-dug mix of rare finds, overlooked gems, and offbeat favorites, plus brand-new originals from Kelly making their first appearance at Tiny’s. The lineup features Kelly Khun, Avi Hartman, Joe Hecker, Danny Sharp, and Ted Paden, setting the tone for a lively night in Santa Fe.

At Artful Soul: Creative Experiences in Santa Fe, Laura T leads a beginner-friendly watercolor workshop that embraces movement and luminosity inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe’s loose, intuitive studies. The experience starts with the essentials, exploring how papers, brushes, and paints differ and why those choices shape the results. Through guided exercises, participants learn how watercolor blooms and blends, how edges soften, and how to create radiant transitions by working with the flow of water. Demonstrations highlight ways to achieve softness, transparency, depth, and expressive brushwork while noticing the moments when the paint seems to move on its own. Once comfortable, each person selects from several O’Keeffe watercolor studies and uses one as inspiration for an original piece that focuses on feeling, movement, and simplicity rather than exact replication. Attendees leave with a finished painting, a deeper understanding of watercolor’s language, and the confidence to continue exploring. All materials are included. Participation is limited to six people for meaningful personal guidance. This is a one-time workshop priced at $120, or $129.83 with tax.

At Artful Soul Creative Experiences Santa Fe, this monthly open studio welcomes Santa Fe creatives, usually on the first Monday of the month. Artists gather to make work side by side, collaborate, share ideas, offer critiques, and support one another. Some moments are quiet and focused, others are filled with conversation, and participants often exchange feedback and insights about their processes. There is no instruction, just a shared space for creating together. Basic equipment is provided for use, including easels, paint brushes, aprons, water buckets, paper towels, and palette knives. Many participants bring their own materials, and Artful Soul’s supplies are also available to purchase, with acrylic paint for $5 and an 11 x 14 stretched canvas for $5. Admission is $5, and capacity is limited to 12 participants, so reserving a spot in advance is recommended.

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox brings The Future Is Vintage Tour to the Lensic Performing Arts Center, offering a vintage-flavored concert from the global collective known for reshaping contemporary hits into classic styles. A rotating cast of singers, dancers, and instrumentalists delivers high-energy performances that pair dance-floor favorites with theatrical showstoppers, reimagining 70s rock, 80s Britpop, current chart hits, film themes, and even video game tunes through a retro lens. Founded in New York in 2011, the project grew from apartment videos into a worldwide touring phenomenon with sold-out shows across six continents and more than a billion online views. The ensemble’s ever-changing lineup is celebrated for standout voices, sharp stagecraft, and top-tier musicianship, crafting a night of escapism, humor, and musical virtuosity. The tour highlights a belief in timeless genres and the uniquely human creativity behind them, and guests are welcome to dress in vintage attire to add to the immersive, time-travel vibe. All ages are admitted. Seating is provided. The inner lobby features two bars, and outside food or drink is not permitted. Parking validation for the Sandoval garage across the street can be added during checkout. Accessibility accommodations are available with advance notice to the box office. Photography and video may occur for venue marketing, and anyone who prefers not to be filmed or photographed can speak with staff. Tickets range from $64 to $99 plus fees, and a VIP package at $174 plus fees includes a premium reserved seat within the first fifteen rows, an exclusive merchandise bundle with a limited edition tour poster, and a commemorative laminate and lanyard.

The New Mexico Gay Men’s Chorus brings a late-night call-in show to life with comedy, popular favorites, and music celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Solstice, and Kwanzaa. Built around hope, joy, and peace, the performance encourages listeners to find positive voices even when doubt feels loud.

Felix y Los Gatos return to The Mystic Santa Fe for a Cumbia night.

The Aztec Chamber of Commerce presents the Aztec Christmas Parade in Downtown Aztec. Registration is online only, with a $25 fee per entry. More details will be announced.

The 2027 Valley of Santa Fe officer’s installation ceremony is open to the public at no cost. Light refreshments, prepared by the four coordinate bodies, will be offered in the Grand Ballroom of the Santa Fe Scottish Rite Temple, followed by the installation ceremony in the temple’s theater. The program provides an inside look at the ritual and ceremonial traditions of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry.

Experience an operatic dining evening featuring award-winning soprano Amy Owens and a chef-curated wine dinner. The four-course menu includes tuna tartare with a Solymargarita, Solymar Caesar with grilled shrimp, surf and turf paired with Pinot Noir, and olive oil bundt cake served with late-harvest wine.

Holiday favorites are reimagined by a string quartet in a setting lit by candlelight at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Santa Fe. This Candlelight concert features a Listeso ensemble from Santa Fe performing a program of beloved carols, with selections that may include 12 Days of Christmas, Angels from the Realms of Glory, Angels We Have Heard on High, Away in a Manger, Carol of the Bells, Deck the Halls, Ding Dong Merrily on High, Do You Hear What I Hear, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Good King Wenceslas, Greensleeves What Child Is This, Hark the Herald Angels Sing, In the Bleak Midwinter, Joy to the World, O Christmas Tree, O Come All Ye Faithful, O Holy Night, Silent Night, and The First Noël. The performance lasts about 60 minutes, doors open 45 minutes before the music begins, and there is no late seating once the concert starts. Seating is assigned on a first come, first served basis within each zone. Guests must be at least 8 years old, and those under 16 must attend with an adult. The venue is ADA compliant. This is a tribute concert and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any artist, estate, or official representatives.

This release event for ST-37 and ST-38 features three best of one rounds played with a randomly assigned deck. The entry fee is $25, and a pack is awarded for each round you win.