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Call For Photos
All day May 19, 2024 | Visit Farmington
Do you have spectacular photos of the people, places, and activities found in the Farmington area? If yes, Visit Farmington would love to see them! Photo submissions are currently being accepted for use in the official 2025 Farmington Vacation Guide and additional promotional materials. We are accepting spring, summer, fall and winter images through June 14, 2024.
The event runs Apr 10, 2024 through Jun 14, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Farmington Spring Carnival
All day May 19, 2024 | McGee Park
Frazier Carnival returns to McGee Park. Come out and enjoy rides, games and food. Hours and price vary each day.
The event runs May 9, 2024 through May 19, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly
Durango Kennel Club Dog Show
May 19, 2024 from 9:00am - 5:00pm | McGee Park
The Durango Kennel Club will be hosting a dog show at McGee Park on May 17th-19th at McGee Park.
The event runs May 17, 2024 through May 19, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Live Horse Racing
May 19, 2024 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm | SunRay Park & Casino
SunRay Park & Casino brings live horse racing to Farmington! The 2024 racing season will be April 12th through May 19th. Live horse racing every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with post time at 1:15pm. Admission is free and special activities and themes are featured weekly.
The event runs Apr 12, 2024 through May 19, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
San Juan Symphony Family Concert
May 19, 2024 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Henderson Performance Hall at San Juan College
Kids of all ages are invited to attend the 2024 Family Concert of the San Juan Symphony, performing Lemony Snicket, the Composer is Dead!
Categories: Family Friendly, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
A Garden of Imagination Artwork
May 20, 2024 from 10:00am - 5:00pm | Henderson Fine Arts Center
The Henderson Fine Arts Center hosts an exhibit by craftsman and artist, Matthew Bahe. The exhibit will be open May 6th-31st from 10:00am-5:00pm on Monday-Friday. There will be a special opening reception on Friday, May 3rd from 4:00-6:00pm.
The event runs May 6, 2024 through May 31, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Toddler Playdate
May 22, 2024 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | E3 Children’s Museum & Science Center
Toddler Playdate at the E3 Children's Museum & Science Center.
The event runs Nov 8, 2023 through Jul 31, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Afterschool Art! Attack
May 22, 2024 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
Need to get your art on???? Well, swing on by afterschool and explore your creative side doing some enjoyable art and experiencing new art techniques. Afterschool Art Attack is from 3:30-4:30pm.
The event runs Nov 8, 2023 through May 29, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
"S" is for Science--Meet the Quirkles!
May 23, 2024 from 10:30am - 11:30am | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
Join E3 Museum & Science Center for "S" is for Science, a STEAM to read, read to STEAM program!
The event runs Jan 4, 2024 through May 30, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Simply Science
May 23, 2024 from 3:30pm - 4:30pm | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
Join E3 Children's Museum & Science Center for simple science experiments, the kind you may not get to do at home in the kitchen. Simply Science programs run from 3:45-4:30 on Thursdays!
The event runs Nov 9, 2023 through May 30, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Local Look
Healing Field
All day May 24, 2024 | Boys & Girls Club of Farmington
Continuing Farmington’s tradition, the San Juan East Rotary Club will host the annual Healing Field flag display. Take time to visit this year's Healing Field. This patriotic tribute to local heroes is meant to be walked through and experienced.
The event runs May 24, 2024 through May 27, 2024
Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Riverfest
All day May 24, 2024 | Berg and Animas Parks
Area rivers are celebrated with a festival of music, food, activities and entertainment. This festive celebration takes place along the Animas river trails, from Berg Park to Animas Park in Farmington.
The event runs May 24, 2024 through May 26, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Friday Fun
May 24, 2024 from 10:00am - 11:00am | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
Join E3 Children's Museum & Science Center for Friday Fun for toddlers from 10:30am to 11:15pm.
The event runs May 3, 2024 through Jul 26, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Ongoing Events
Locke Street Eats Craft Show
May 25, 2024 from 8:00am - 1:00pm | Locke St. Eats
Locke Street Eats is hosting a Craft Show & Flea Market every Saturday from 8:00am-1:00pm.
The event runs Apr 6, 2024 through Sep 28, 2024
Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Childhaven's Party in the Park
May 30, 2024 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Brookhaven Park East
Childhaven invites you to a Party in the Park on Thursday, May 30th from 5:00-7:00pm at Brookhaven East park! There will be food, fun and games so don't miss it!
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Local Look
Focus on Farmington Coffee
May 31, 2024 from 9:00am - 10:30am | San Juan Regional Medical Center
A monthly coffee to help connect new people to the Farmington area and to highlight all of the activities and events in our community. Everyone is welcome to attend!
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
SOS: Superheroes of Sustainability
June 1, 2024 from 9:00am - 4:00pm | Wines of the San Juan
Wines of the San Juan will be hosting some of the most well-known and influential speaks on Regenerative Agricultural practices in the nation at SOS: Superheroes of Sustainability Save the Family Farm! This free event will run from 9:00am-4:00pm on Saturday, June 1st and 10:00am-2:30pm on Sunday, June 2nd.
Categories: Books & Lectures, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports
Summer Terrace Concert Series
June 1, 2024 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
Join the Farmington Museum on the terrace by the river each Saturday evening (6-7:30pm) during the summer months for some local live entertainment at the Summer Terrace Music Series. Don’t forget your folding chair and dancing shoes.
The event runs Jun 1, 2024 through Aug 31, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
Funday Monday Summer Bash
June 3, 2024 from 10:00am - 11:00am | Farmington Museum
Summertime is the perfect time for a Funday Monday Summer Bash at the Farmington Museum!
The event runs Jun 3, 2024 through Jul 29, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Downtown Makers Market
June 6, 2024 from 3:00pm - 8:00pm | Orchard & Main Downtown Farmington
Explore the Makers Market for locally made and grown treasures! Hosted every Thursday evening in Orchard Park, historic downtown Farmington.
The event runs Jun 6, 2024 through Sep 26, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Adventures!
All day Jun 7, 2024 | Bonnie Dallas Senior Center
The Bonnie Dallas Senior Center invites you along on some fun adventures!
The event runs Jun 7, 2024 through Aug 23, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look
National Donut Day at glazed!
June 7, 2024 from 8:30am - 6:30pm | glazed
It’s National Donut Day and glazed is ready to celebrate!!
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
Downtown Stroll and Art Walk
June 7, 2024 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Historic Downtown Farmington
Visit Historic Downtown Farmington, 5:00-8:00pm, and celebrate local artisans and businesses as you shop and peruse the Art Walk! The 2024 Art Walks will be held on April 5, June 7, October 4, and November 23.
The event runs Apr 5, 2024 through Nov 23, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Local Look
San Juan River Balloon Rally
All day Jun 14, 2024 | Bloomfield Soccer Field
Come out and enjoy the San Juan River Balloon Rally on June 4th-16th. It is a great sight to see, for the whole family.
The event runs Jun 14, 2024 through Jun 16, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Outdoors & Sports
Bingo at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center
June 14, 2024 from 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Bonnie Dallas Senior Center
BINGO!! Feel the rush of getting to scream out that you've won at the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center!
The event runs Jan 19, 2024 through Aug 16, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
June 15, 2024 from 8:00am - 10:30am | Outback Steakhouse
Treat the favorite man in your life to a delicious Father's Day Weekend Pancake Breakfast at the Outback Steakhouse!
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look
Father Son Dodgeball Tournament
June 15, 2024 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | Sycamore Park Community Center
Join Sycamore Park Community Center for a Father Son Dodgeball Tournament & Pizza Party! This will be a sellout event, so register early!
Categories: Family Friendly, Outdoors & Sports
Family STEAM Saturday
June 15, 2024 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
STEAM Saturdays are for the whole family to enjoy activities together. Don’t forget your imaginations!
The event runs Mar 16, 2024 through Jun 15, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events
One Room School House Experience
June 21, 2024 from 9:30am - 3:00pm | Aztec Museum & Pioneer Village
Kids go old school in Aztec! Three sessions will take place in 2024: Friday, June 7th; Friday, June 21st; and Thursday, July 11th.
The event runs Jun 21, 2024 through Jul 11, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Local Look
Farmington Grower's Market
June 22, 2024 from 8:00am - 12:00pm | Farmington Museum & Visitor Center
The Farmington Growers Market is a public market that brings together locally grown food, hand-made crafts, and our community. Saturday market runs from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (9:00 am to noon in October) throughout the season. The Tuesday market will begin in July and run from 4:30 to 7:00 pm.
The event runs Jun 22, 2024 through Oct 26, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Freedom Days
All day Jun 28, 2024 | Farmington, New Mexico
Join Farmington, NM as we celebrate the Fourth of July with Freedom Days, our multi-day celebration, in its 38th year!
The event runs Jun 28, 2024 through Jul 4, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
Connie Mack World Series
All day Jul 26, 2024 | Ricketts Park
Visit Farmington, New Mexico for the finest amateur baseball tournament in the United States!
The event runs Jul 26, 2024 through Aug 3, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
RUSH Conference
All day Aug 1, 2024 | Pinon Hills Community Church
Rush Conference 2024 is coming! Sign-up your 6th-12th grader for an experience where Summer Camp and Youth Conference collide!
The event runs Aug 1, 2024 through Aug 3, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Live Performance, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports
DeDe's Golden Ram Memorial Show
August 3, 2024 from 10:00am - 5:30pm | Riverside Park
Come out to the 7th Annual car show in remembrance of DeDe Jaramillo a.k.a. The Queen of Bling.
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports
San Juan County Fair and Carnival
All day Aug 10, 2024 | McGee Park
The San Juan County Fair takes place at McGee Park and features livestock shows, live musical performances, a parade, and much more! 2024 details coming soon!
The event runs Aug 10, 2024 through Aug 18, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports
Family Bingo & Pizza Night
August 16, 2024 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Farmington Recreation Center
Who's ready to play bingo, eat pizza, and win exciting prizes?!
The event runs Jan 19, 2024 through Nov 15, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events
Totah Festival
All day Aug 30, 2024 | Farmington Civic Center
Since 1988 Totah Festival has been an annual celebration in Farmington, featuring quality Native American art from across the region.
The event runs Aug 30, 2024 through Sep 1, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
Tres Rios Habitat for Humanity Car Show
August 31, 2024 from 4:00pm - 9:00pm | Main Street Farmington
Get ready for Tres Rios Habitat for Humanity's Cars Show on Main, returning August 31, 2024, located in historic downtown Farmington!
Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Local Look
Four Corners 4x4 Week
All day Sep 2, 2024 | Location varies by event
Join us in Farmington for 4x4 fun as we roll out the red carpet for the 2024 W.E. Rock Grand Nationals competitors! Complete with trail rides, a massive 4x4 show and Downtown Takeover, and the World Extreme Rock Crawling competition - we have plenty of 4x4 fun for everyone!
The event runs Sep 2, 2024 through Sep 8, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
WE Rock Nationals
All day Sep 7, 2024 | Brown Springs in Chokecherry Canyon
Join us for the 2024 W.E. Rock Grand Nationals at Chokecherry Canyon. The best in extreme rock crawling will battle it out for top honors as Farmington welcomes W.E. Rock competitors and off-road enthusiasts with a week packed with 4x4 fun.
The event runs Sep 7, 2024 through Sep 8, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports
2024 Indigenous Cultural Arts Festival
All day Sep 14, 2024 | Aztec Ruins National Monument
Mark your calendars for September 14th! Aztec Ruins National Monument will be hosting the annual Indigenous Cultural Arts Festival starting at 10:00 am!
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater
Four Corners Balloon Rally
All day Sep 27, 2024 | Lake Farmington, San Juan College, Additional Locations TBD
Enjoy three days of wonder in Farmington, New Mexico as hot air balloons from across the nation take flight over the city in the mornings and light up the night at set locations each evening. Information about the 2024 Four Corners Balloon Rally coming soon!
The event runs Sep 27, 2024 through Sep 29, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Southwest Apple & Chile Fest
All day Oct 4, 2024 | Historic Downtown Farmington
Join the fun and take part in Farmington's Southwest Apple & Chile Fest! This special event celebrates our thriving art scene and unique history with apples and chile via a family-friendly festival in Historic Downtown. The fun begins with the Maker's Market and Art Walk on October 4th. The fun continues Downtown with Chile in OctoberFest on October 5th. More information coming soon!
The event runs Oct 4, 2024 through Oct 5, 2024
Categories: Art & Museums, Craft Fairs, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Live Performance, Local Look, Ongoing Events, Signature Events
Road Apple Rally
October 5, 2024 from 7:00am - 11:00am | Lions Wilderness Park
Each October, mountain bikers meet in Farmington, New Mexico to compete in the annual Road Apple Rally! The Road Apple Rally is a favorite for professional and new riders and is celebrating 43 years of racing this year. 2024 Details coming soon!
Categories: Family Friendly, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events
Aztec Highland Games and Celtic Music Festival
October 5, 2024 from 9:00am - 10:00am | Riverside Park
Celebrate the culture of the Scottish Highlands with an American Southwest twist!
The event runs Oct 5, 2024 through Oct 6, 2024
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports
Aztec Fall Festival and Car Show
October 12, 2024 from 9:00am - 6:00pm | Minium Park
Celebrate fall in Aztec at the Aztec Fall Festival and Car Show! Formerly known as Oktoberfest, this event is full of family fun!
Categories: Family Friendly, Festivals, Free, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports
Boo-Palooza
October 31, 2024 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Historic Downtown Farmington
Family-friendly Halloween party in Historic Downtown Farmington from 4:00pm to 6:00pm! Enjoy games, fun vendors, costume contests and of course trick or treating.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays
Riverglo
December 6, 2024 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Berg Park
Discover Farmington's holiday spirit along the Animas River! Luminarias, carolers, and a live nativity transform the riverwalk trails and Berg Park for this holiday celebration.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events, Winter Holidays
San Juan College Luminarias
December 7, 2024 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm | San Juan College Campus
Each year, San Juan College thanks the community for their support with a phenomenal display of luminarias on the campus grounds and buildings.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events, Winter Holidays