SANTA FE NIGHT LIFE AND EVENTS
SANTA FE NIGHT LIFE AND EVENTS
Jeffery Yuen - Applying Sun Tzu's Art of War to Acupuncture
Applying Sun Tzu's Art of War to Chinese Acupuncture
The development of acupuncture has been documented to date back to the Warring States (476-221 BCE) as its medical corpus, the NeiJing, contains philosophical assertions from a number of dominating schools of thoughts that prevailed during this formative period of the Chinese mind.
Given the conflicts that ensued among warring principalities, military strategies emerged with notable treatises such as Sun Zi Bing Fa (commonly referred to as Sun Zi’s Art of War) by Sun Wu of the 5th century BCE and arguably one of the texts that could have also influenced the NeiJing.
Organized into 13 chapters, the first chapter articulates the 5 shi-affairs that one needs to consider for success in conflict – heaven, earth, commander, way-morality, and method-logistics – all of which can be applied to a clinician’s treatment. Articulating success through strategic foresight and timing (wood), imagination and deception (fire), clear understanding of oneself and the enemy-pathogen (earth), strengths and weaknesses (metal), and adaptability (water), Sun’s work has been applied to the military, sports, politics, business, personal life, and medicine.
This seminar offers a primer on the application of Sun Zi’s teachings in acupuncture and healing.Available both online and in-person
https://www.daoisthealingarts.com/.../applying-sun-tzus...
CEUs available
Access to recording till July 4
If you have any questions, contact Daoist Healing Arts. You'll find their email at the link above
Amtrac plays MEOW WOLF
Friday, Jun 26th, 2026 | 9:00 PM Doors
Age: 21+
W/ Aimie Jane, Travel Kit
2nd Annual Frida Fest
Santa Fe has NEVER seen a 3-day Frida festival like this before! Join us June 26, 27 & 28 as we celebrate Cristina Kahlo, the great niece of Frida Kahlo.
Scan the QR code or visit our website to grab your tickets NOW!
This WILL sell out — don’t miss it!
June 26, 27 and 28
�This event is going to have everyone talkin’
Many thanks to John Brichetto CEO of Century Bank, Andy Barnes of La Casa Sena, NMSA, Museum of International Folk Art, Jean Cocteau Cinema, Santa Fe Community College, Chef James Campbell Caruso of La Boca, HRA Santa Fe, Santa Fe Arts and Culture, The City of Santa Fe Economic Development Department, Santa Fe County Economic Development, SF NM TRUE…and more sponsors added soon! THANK YOU!!!
nachamendezscholarship(dot)org.
The Details of Frida Fest is HERE!!!
Frida Fest 2026 takes place in Santa Fe june 26-28 withn a 3 day schedule centered on art, music film. scholarship fundraising and community evetns inspired by teh life and work of Frida Kahlo.
Organized by Nacha Mendez Scholarship, the festival brings togerther musicians, artist educators, photographers, filmmakers and cultural organizations across Santa Fe.
The 2026 festival includes appearances by photographer Christna Kahlo, lectures by Professor Carlos Rovelo, performances by the Nacha Mendez Trio, a Frida Kahlo mini film festival, photography exhibits, lowrider displays, food events, scholarship awards, and the return of the Traveling Frida Bed installation.
Friday June 26, 2026
Professor Carlos Rovelo Talk at Santa Fe Community College
Noon
Professor Carlos Rovelo will present a public talk focused on Frida Kahlo and the Traveling Frida Bed installation. The Event is open to the pubic and includes a display of the Traveling Frida Bed alongside a portrait of Fida Kahlo created by artist Ben Garza. This portrait will be later auctioned during the festival with proceeds benefiting the Nacha Mendez Scholarship.
Reception: 6PM La Casa Sena
Saturday June 27, 2026
Fill Screenings and Festival Events at Jean Cocteau Cinema
Noon
Q&A with Cristina Kahlo, moderated by Maria Martinez, director of El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe. Cristina Kahlo will also participate in a book and poster signing event.
Festival painter Susie Cortez will continue work on her Frida portrait painting on-site during the event weekend.
Photographer Simon Lpez and board member Toni Viva Munoz will offer photographs with the Traveling Firda Bed for a donation supporting the scholarship fund.
The afternoon screening schedule includes the documentary Naturaleza Viva, introduced by Professor Carlos Rovelo.
2026 Nacha Mendez Scholarship Awards Gala
5PM
New Mexico School for the Arts & Zane Bennett Gathering Space.
The Nacha Mendez Scholarship Awards Gala is one of the central events of Frida Fest 2026. The evening begins with an Aztec dancer blessing ceremony at 4:40, followed by scholarship presentations and community recognition.
Music Performances will feature Nacha Mendez, Melanie, Carla, Chase along with performances by New Mexico School for the Arts students.
The Traveling Frida Bed and lowrider display will also be on-site outside the front of the school duing the Gala.
Festival organizers will intrduce the offic ial festival food item, the Frida Pie, during the evening celebration.
SUNDAY, June 28, 2026
Cristina Kahlo Talk and Photography Exhibit
4PM
Museum of International Folk Art
Cristina kahlo will present a public talk and book signing at the Museum of International Folk Art alongside a photography exhibit connected to the festival weekend.
The Traveling Frida Bed and festival painter Sisie Cortez will also appear onsite during Sunday programming.
Paella & Tapas Reception
5 - 6:30 PM
Museum of International Folk Art
Chef James Campbell Caruso will prepare a buffet-style paella and tapas reception inside the Museum of International Folk Art atrium.
Live musi during the reception will feature guitarist Daniel Ward.
FRIDA DRAG SHOW CLOING CELEBRATION
7PM - 8PM
Museum of International Folk Art
The Frida Drag Show closes the festivities with an evening performance celebration Frida Kahlo’s artistic influence and public image through live stage performances and costume interpretation.
The Nacha Mendez Scholarship funds scholarshipos and creative oppertunities for New Mexician girls pursuing music, arts, and cultural education opportuinities.
6th Annual Group Exhibition Strata Gallery Members
Sixth Annual Group Exhibition by Strata Gallery Members
June 26 - July 17, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, June 26, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Closing Reception: Friday, July 17, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Strata Gallery is pleased to announce its Sixth Annual Group Exhibition, featuring new and recent work from Strata Members from across the country. The exhibition opens Friday, June 26 and will run through July 17. Celebrate with us during our opening reception on Friday, June 26, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. In addition, we will have a closing reception on July 17, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. This summer show highlights the range and vitality of artistic practices represented within the Strata community.
Founded in 2021 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Strata Gallery has established itself as a space dedicated to showcasing work based on merit rather than market trends. Located in the heart of Santa Fe’s downtown plaza, Strata provides a platform for artists who continue to push their practices in bold and thoughtful directions.
This year’s exhibition features the work of thirteen artists: Brianna Tadeo (NM), C.J. Rosenthal (NM), claudia hermano (NM), Cody Kamrowski (CA), David Olivant (NM), Diana Noh (IL), Elaine Duncan (NM), Frank Trocino (NM), Jeannine Spooner Kitzhaber (MN), Jennifer Van (CA), Lita Kenyon (WA), Michael Donnelly (NM), and Taylor Thomas (CA).��The works in this year’s exhibition reflect a wide-ranging engagement with memory, identity, perception, and the rapidly shifting world around us. Through photography, painting, collage, and mixed media, the artists explore both personal experience and broader cultural realities.
Some artists turn toward questions of identity and self-construction. claudia hermano examines the complexities of race, gender, and embodiment, while Taylor Thomas reflects on representation and Black interiority through archival imagery and cultural memory. Diana Noh reconstructs photographs to navigate displacement, vulnerability, and repair. Jennifer Van’s photographic works similarly consider memory, preservation, and the emotional weight carried by personal spaces and landmarks.
Others investigate humanity’s relationship to the natural and built environment. C.J. Rosenthal confronts ecological instability and human fragility. Jeannine Spooner Kitzhaber responds to rapidly changing landscapes shaped by suburban expansion, incorporating reclaimed materials that carry traces of place and history. Cody Kamrowski focuses on quiet moments of contemporary life, elevating ordinary subjects through carefully constructed compositions.
Material experimentation and process play a central role throughout the exhibition. Brianna Tadeo embraces impermanence within analog photography, allowing light, deterioration, and fragmentation to shape the image. Elaine Duncan approaches painting through movement, texture, and spontaneity, while Lita Kenyon’s intuitive works evolve through layering, scraping, and collage. Frank Trocino draws from architecture, music, and Cubism to create compositions rooted in rhythm and structure.
Photography remains an important thread throughout the exhibition. David Olivant combines fragmented imagery and shifting realities to explore emotional and psychological uncertainty, while Michael Donnelly’s photographs draw from decades of observation across landscapes.
Together, the artists in this exhibition offer distinct yet interconnected perspectives on contemporary life, inviting viewers to reflect on transformation, connection, memory, and the changing conditions of the world around us.
�Join us this summer at Strata Gallery to experience artists' work that challenge, question, and reimagine contemporary experience.
Strata Gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday. For more information about Strata Gallery, the current exhibit, and the future schedule of events, please visit the Strata Gallery website, Instagram, or Facebook.
Nakatomi Hajime OPENING
Opening at TAI Modern this month is NAKATOMI HAJIME, the artist's first solo exhibition in the US.
The exhibition brings together work from five series developed over more than two decades — Prism, Musubi, Auspicious 8, Frill, and FLY — work defined by a single animating question: what does it mean for something not to look like bamboo?
Rather than emphasizing material qualities or classical techniques and forms, Nakatomi embraces this paradoxical inquiry. His aim is to express the beauty of bamboo through colors, shapes, sizes, and materials not typically found in bamboo art. The most recent works in the exhibition combine bamboo with other materials, such as gold.
NAKATOMI HAJIME
June 26 – July 25, 2026
OPENING RECEPTION
Friday, June 26, 5 – 7PM
ARTIST TALK
Saturday, June 27, 2PM
Broom Room
OPENING FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026 | 5-7 PM | EXHIBITION CONTINUES THROUGH SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026
AT HSFF’S EL ZAGUÁN, 545 CANYON ROAD, SF, NMABOUT THE EXHIBITION
Throughout history, every culture has gathered fiber together and swept. Brooms, brushes, and sweeping are an intimate part of our collective domestic history, and Julia Tait Dickenson proudly creates her pieces as an extension of that time-honored tradition.Her work showcases pieces that are both recognizable in their original form and strikingly transformed into something entirely new.
Julia delights in finding discarded objects and discovering innovative ways to create brooms and brushes, seamlessly incorporating traditional processes with found objects that have been used and feel good in the hand.This exhibition highlights her recent experimentation with abstract ideas, challenging both her own creativity and traditional confines to create new, unexpected broom structures.
Through this process, she beautifully captures and preserves the feeling of an object's original use while breathing new life into it.Julia lived in Santa Fe in the late 1980s and 90s, making her living as a jeweler, before returning from Vermont in 2021 as a fiber artist and broom maker under her studio name, Thinair Goods.
We were honored to have Julia as an artist-in-residence here at El Zaguán until 2025. Currently, her studio is located in the historic downtown Santa Fe area, where she warmly welcomes visitors.ABOUT THE ARTISTJulia Tait Dickenson arrived in Santa Fe in 1985 with a degree in studio arts and ceramics.
Here she discovered a passion for jewelry and metal smithing, ultimately opening her own jewelry business, Thin Air Studio. In 1995, Julia moved to Vermont, where she raised her family and continued her jewelry work. After 25 years, she is back in Santa Fe.
During her 40 years as a maker, Julia’s studio space has evolved to reflect her various creative endeavors: jewelry, ceramics, textiles, printmaking, and now brooms and brushes. She is continually inspired by the history and craftsmanship across cultures. Now, as a fiber artist/ broom maker, Thin Air Goods brings beauty and soul into objects intended for everyday use.
Contact: Anne Kelly at anne@historicsantafe.org or call 505.983.2567 for more information.More info https://www.historicsantafe.org/broomroom2026
EXHIBITION OPENING: Deconstructing Landscapes
Join us for the opening celebration of "Deconstructing Landscape" held at the Thoma Collection (formerly Art Vault) on Friday, June 26, from 5-7 pm.
Admission is free, but space is limited, and advanced registration is encouraged.
Please email communications@thomafoundation.org with any questions about your RSVP or to register a group of more than five people.
Final Friday Button Making
Come visit the Vladem Contemporary for Final Friday. Admission is free and there is always something special to see or do.
This month we will take a cue from the exhibition Lucy R. Lippard: Notes from the Radical Whirlwind and make some buttons! Featured in the show is a collection of political and activist buttons representing a variety of causes.
Join us to make a button about something that is important to you and explore the show!
Performances at Blue Rain Gallery
Erin's Annual Solo Show is opening Friday! 5PM- 7PM
Elli & Mike will dance a Swango midway through her opening and Jaimes & Christa of 8th Style Tango will showcase Argentine Tango. Try to arrive early as parking in the railyard can be a challenge.
You don't want to miss her amazing artwork!
ErinCurrierFineArt.com
StudioCinco.org
8thstyletango.com
Free Lecture: State of the Universe
Catch the next wave of Ascension Marconics
Initiate Teacher Lucy Barna guides you through ‘The State of the Universe’ and the ongoing Planetary SHIFT as you learn how to access and assimilate recently anchored SOPHIANIC frequencies of the Mother Arc/Aqua Ray Magnetics necessary for higher ascension.
The healing modalities Lightworkers have come to rely on for the 3D lightbody templates and the 7 chakra system have become outmoded. An upgrade is required! To achieve ascension beyond this matrix and onto the most benevolent Earth timelines, you must assimilate intensifying frequencies and expand into higher levels of lightbody.
Following six previous failed ascension cycles, it is essential for the success of this last cycle, to forge, and maintain a telepathic connection with our future ascended state, to prevent us from wandering off the path, and repeating our karmic mistakes.But what if you could achieve ascension out of this fallen matrix — in this lifetime — and be re-inserted into the Ascension Earth ‘time matrix’, to cycle back around and ‘redeem’ not only yourself, but also those Lightworkers and volunteers coming up behind you – those who will answer the Call and make their way to the rallying point to exit the fallen phantom matrix and achieve organic ascension into the Living Light Matrix?
This is what we are achieving through Marconics! RECALIBRATE and thrive in the Avatar Consciousness Matrix
RECLAIM YOUR WINGS — through Hiero-gamic Union of Christos/Sophia frequencies
EMBODY SOVEREIGNTY — as Masters of Co-creation & Manifestation.
Full-spectrum Marconics Ascension Energy works in the ascending 5D body template, where older 3D healing modalities are no longer effective.
It facilitates rapid shedding of karmic debris and new DNA activations, allowing you to raise your vibration and reach a new level of connection to Source/Spirit.
Enjoy a FREE Sample of Marconics Ascension Energy, and feel it for yourself! If you are ready to expand your consciousness to the edges of the universe and beyond, and stand in the Power of who you came here to BE, please join us!
Lecture at: YogaShift, 933 Baca St, Santa Fe, NM
Please park in the lot between the building and the gas station, or in lot for Counter Culture Cafe across Baca St. For more info: Lucy@marconics.com // 828-246-5899// MARCONICS.com//
Rodeo de Santa Fe
Tickets https://tinyurl.com/4m3svbb9
Rodeo De Santa Fe returns to Santa Fe on Thu, Jun 25 at 7:00 PM, bringing a night of classic rodeo competition to the arena.
Expect fast-paced events like bull riding, barrel racing, and roping, with local and regional talent and plenty of New Mexico atmosphere in the stands.
If you want an evening that mixes tradition, skill, and hometown energy, grab your tickets while they’re available.
Spring Tablao Flamenco Fridays
Photo by Gene Peach Photography
This Friday, April 17, 2026 at 7 PM
FLAMENCO! SANTA FE! Teatro Paraguas!
Ticket: 505-424-1601
https://events.ticketleap.com/.../spring-tablao-flamenco...
Detroit Lightning Summer Series
Detroit Lightning
w/ Pherkad
June 26, 2026 • 7:00 pm
All Ages
Sponsored by City of Santa Fe Environmental Services Division
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SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, ample parking is available in the underground garage just north of REI. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Are available inside Second Street Brewery, Violet Crown Cinema, As Above & So Below, and La Lecheria for your ice cream needs. Food vendors will also be on site.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
DETROIT LIGHTNING
Detroit Lightning has spent over a decade entertaining New Mexico's Deadheads. The four-piece group delivers a heartfelt and accurate tribute to the legendary band, complete with three-part harmony vocals, expansive improvisatory sections, and a solid rhythmic foundation — while putting their own fresh spin on the material.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
El Flamenco Cabaret 2026 Spring Season
2022 NYC Bessie Artist Antonio Granjero and flamenco dance company Entreflamenco present the first of four production seasons with a full length dance production at their venue El Flamenco Cabaret located in the historic plaza of Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Entreflamenco celebrates 14 years of production in Santa Fe. The 2026 year holds in store nearly 200 public performances with national touring. The new year kicks off upcoming collaborations preceded by ending 2025 with a sold out Holiday season and a headlined appearance at the Atlanta Flamenco Festival where they received raving reviews.
Director Granjero was named 2022 NYC Bessie artist in the category of "Outstanding Performance" for his appearances at the Joyce Theatre, the only New Mexican to ever be nominated for such an award. Entreflamenco was named 2017 Mayor Arts Award recipient to the City of Santa Fe.
This spring season he will be joined by internationally acclaimed vocalist and guitarist Juan Jose Alba, a finalist from Spain’s 2020 edition of LA VOZ (The Voice) on Television Española & NM Music Award Winner to Best Music Video, co-director/dancer 2025 Creative West Artist Recipient Estefania Ramirez and returning company member, “El Tellez” from Spain.
“El Tellez,” like Granjero, hails from Jerez de la Frontera and has performed as a recognized flamenco dance artist throughout Spain, Europe and Asia; for the Kings of Spain and the United Kingdom. He has received the National Dance Award 'Perla de Cádiz’.
El Flamenco Cabaret is located at 135 W. Palace Ave in downtown Santa Fe, NM. Their spring season will run from Fridays and Saturdays starting March 6 through June 20. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. for food and drink, with shows beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.entreflamenco.com or by calling (505) 209-1302.
TICKET PRICES
Section 1 $55/seat, Section 2 $40/seat, Section 3 $45/seat, Bartop $35/seat, Barstools $25/seat
FOR TICKET PACKAGES THAT INCLUDES DINNER AND SHOW FROM $52 PLEASE CALL 505-209-1302
DISCOUNTS FOR CHILDREN (12 and under)
Each child must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.
Daily: $25 tickets in all zones. Call for reservations
2026 EL FLAMENCO SHOWS
March 6 - June 28
Spring Season
July 1 - August 31
Summer Season
Sep 4 - Nov 7
Fall Season
Nov 27 - Jan 3, 2027
Christmas Season
About Entreflamenco
Entreflamenco is a nonprofit organization with 501c3 charity status for educational and cultural purpose. This project is supported in part by an award from the New Mexico Arts, a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs, the National Endowment for the Arts, the City of Santa Fe Department of Arts & Culture and the 1% Lodgers' Tax, Shuttered Venue Operators Federal Program, Small Business & Non-Profit Stabilization Grant Program and NM Cares Act.
About El Flamenco Cabaret
To maintain the integrity of their craft, Entreflamenco sought a venue worthy of their work, culminating in the El Flamenco Cabaret Performance Venue on Palace Avenue. The intimate venue was specifically remodeled as a cabaret-style performance space and is the only venue dedicated exclusively to flamenco in Santa Fe.
Hillary Smith Sings Jazz
Hillary Smith Sings Jazz with Alex Murzyn - saxophone, John Funkhouser - piano, Gordon Johnson - bass, Rich Malloy - drums. Always a fun night when Hillary rocks Paradiso! Join us.Video of a previous show with Hillary. Great dance music.https://youtu.be/RsyG7ip0BgwDoors Open @7PMMusic @ 7:30PM -10:00PM with IntermissionHerbal Aphrodisiacs and Luscious Snacks Availablehttps://tickets.holdmyticket.com/tickets/463045
General Admission - $20
Seniors 65+ - $15
Students - Free
GLITTER - Woman's PRIDE Dance Party
Official Santa Fe PRIDE Event!
Women only & always Trans inclusive
Tickets $25
Put on your sparkles and your dancing shoes !
Legendary DJ Oona is back with the perfect blend of old-school favorites and new beats that will keep you dancing all night!
Special Guests: Zircus Erotique & Go-Go dancers
Sparkle security
Special drinks, food, and MORE!
Born out of a love for dancing, Glitter is an all-women's dance with a sexy, big-city vibe. It's a night where lesbians, fems to butches, can come, dance and celebrate who they are and who they love.
Glitter is Santa Fe's longest-running dance party and has been part of the fabric of the Queer Women's scene for the past 15 years. It has graced all of the clubs… Rouge Cat, The Blue Rooster, The Palace, Skylight, Casa Espana, Meow Wolf & Honeymoon Brewery and now Tumbleroot!
Get ready for a wild night with Burlesque, go-go dancers, disco, new beats, and GLITTER!
Join the Glitter community on Instagram @glitter_danceparty and/or Facebook @Glitter
Grown Folk Behavior
Grown Folk Behaviour
Throwback R&B all night with Doer.
Friday, June 26th Starts at 8 PM $5 Cover
Animal Parade
Animal Parade Live at Tiny's! Join us on Friday, June 26, 2026, at 8 PM for a night of incredible live music with Animal Parade at Tiny's Restaurant & Lounge.Featuring a mix of crowd favorites, great musicianship, and an energetic performance, Animal Parade is the perfect soundtrack for your Friday night. Come early for dinner
Enjoy drinks with friends
Stay for the music
Dance the night awayNo cover. Great food, cold drinks, and live music—just the way a Friday night should be.Animal Parade Friday, June 26, 2026 8:00 PM#Tinys #DineAndDance #AnimalParade #LiveMusicSantaFe #AlwaysHappyHou\=[-p0}AZ
Silver Sky Blues Band
Silver Sky Blues Band returns to The Cowgirl BBQ Friday,June 26th from 8-11pm!
Glorieta Pines
The songs of Glorieta Pines are inspired by the happenings of the world as seen through the lens of the American Southwest.
The trio, comprised of Brian Nelson (guitars), Lindsay Taylor (mandolin, fiddle) and Karina Wilson (fiddle), combines insightful songwriting and textured arrangements with tight vocal harmonies to achieve their unique blend of acoustic music.
Hailing from the Northern New Mexican towns of Glorieta and Santa Fe, each of the three members of Glorieta Pines has been making music with a variety of artists and bands for years. The Glorieta Pines project originated in 2020 as a duo between spouses Lindsay Taylor and Brian Nelson, with early performances including official virtual concerts for both the Brighton Fringe and Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2021.
The addition of Karina Wilson on fiddle in June of 2022 saw the polished arrangements and vocal harmonies of the duo format expand, with extended instrumental sections and deeper sonic textures, carrying Glorieta Pines’ original songs to new heights.
Santa Fe Farmers’ Market
Santa Fe Farmers’ Market
Year-round
Saturday 8 am – 1 pm
Market Pavilion, 1607 Paseo de Peralta (Railyard)
The largest and most popular among the Markets. The Santa Fe Farmers’ Market – Saturday has the largest variety of vendors and products.
Shop a great selection of: fresh produce, eggs, meat, honey, bread, chile, apothecary, and much more. Our market proudly 100% of the vegetables, fruits, and nursery plants available are grown right here in northern New Mexico.
You are always sure to get a view of what is truly in season.
Cafe Fresh has hot coffee and a selection of ready-to-eat treats.
Stop in the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Gift Shop to check out the ever changing selection of fair trade and local items. Your purchases directly support our farmers.
The Eldorado Flea Market
The Eldorado Flea Market
A Good Old Fashioned Outdoor Flea Market
7 Caliente rd in Eldorado
8am to 1 pm Every Saturday until the end of October
Vendors must visit www.the flatlands.com
All Structures must be weighted before setting out wares. No exceptions
Please no staking and pets must be leased.
PRIDE 2026
Many Colors, One Pride. Technicolor takeover of the Southwest!
Join us for a day of celebration, love, and inclusivity as we take over the Plaza and beyond! The festivities start at 9:00 am and continue until 4:00 pm, with something for everyone to enjoy. All ages are welcome to join in on the fun!
The Parade Walk & Drive will start promptly at 10:00 a.m. in the Lamy Building parking lot, just off Santa Fe Trail and Paseo de Peralta. All entrants must check in at 08:00 a.m. Although registration is open to everyone, only registered participants can participate.
Visit our PRIDE Page via the ticket link for registration details, links, and vendor booth information.
Throughout the day, groove to live music, indulge in delicious concessions, and shop from various vendors offering unique treasures.
Don't miss this chance to come together and celebrate love, diversity, and unity in our vibrant community! See you there!
PRIDE ON THE PLAZA
Community Event: PRIDE on the Plaza
Jun. 27, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Santa Fe Plaza
PRIDE on the Plaza 2026 — join the Rotary Club of Santa Fe at one of Santa Fe’s most vibrant and joyful annual celebrations as we host an outreach booth during PRIDE Santa Fe.
This year’s theme, Many Colors. One Pride., celebrates 33 years of visibility, community, and progress. Stop by to meet Rotarians, learn about service projects, arts initiatives, and membership opportunities, and see how Rotary welcomes people of all backgrounds who want to make a positive difference in our community.
Members, friends, allies, and guests are warmly invited to stop by and say hello.
Santa Fe Guitar Gallery Grand Opening
Join us as we officially celebrate the OFFICIAL Grand Opening of Santa Fe Guitar Gallery!
Spend the day exploring a carefully curated collection of exceptional guitars, enjoying live music, exclusive in-gallery specials, exciting giveaways, and delicious food from our friends at Capital Coal.
Our neighbors at Broken Spoke Bicycle Shop are celebrating their Grand Opening the same day, making it the perfect time to experience everything happening in the Railyard District.
As a special bonus, every visitor will have the opportunity to enter to win a beautiful Alvarez Master Series acoustic-electric guitar
Whether you're a lifelong player, a collector, or simply appreciate fine craftsmanship, we'd love to welcome you into the gallery. We can't wait to celebrate with you!
PRIDE Creation Station
Art is for everyone, and the New Mexico Museum of Art loves it when there is a celebration on the Plaza in Santa Fe. This year we will bringing our popular Create Station! to PRIDE. Stop by the station on the east side of the Plaza building and join us for fun art activities designed for kids of all ages!
FREE
Heart in Hand: Monotype Printmaking
In this inspiring workshop, you'll create a deeply personal mixed-media artwork using the image of your own hand—or the hand of someone you love—as the foundation. Through monotype printmaking, chine-collé, acrylic painting, collage, and paint markers, you'll combine memories, photographs, letters, meaningful papers, and personal symbols into a one-of-a-kind piece.
Create a monotype print and ghost print using a traditional printing press
Learn the beautiful chine-collé technique
Incorporate photographs, letters, postcards, and meaningful keepsakes
Add color and expression with acrylic paints and paint markers
Explore themes of ancestry, family, memory, gratitude, and personal transformation
Whether your finished artwork becomes a tribute to a loved one, a visual autobiography, or a reflection on a meaningful life journey, you'll leave with a unique creation rich with personal meaning.
No prior printmaking experience is necessary. Just bring your curiosity, creativity, and any photos, letters, or paper treasures you'd like to include.
Limited to 12 participants.
$140 (includes all materials and a $20 materials fee).Reserve your spot today:
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php...
Find Love at Santa Fe Pride
Join Española Humane at Santa Fe Pride on Saturday, June 27, as we celebrate love, community, and the joy of finding your perfect match.
Visit our two covered booths from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. near the New Mexico Museum of Art on Lincoln Avenue to meet adoptable pets, enter fun contests, win prizes, and pick up exciting giveaways. Our staff and volunteers will be on hand to introduce you to a lovable lineup of playful puppies, adorable kittens, and wonderful adult dogs, all looking for families to call their own.
For just a $25 adoption fee, you can take home a kitten or puppy. Even better, adoption fees for all adult dogs at the event will be waived, making it the perfect opportunity to welcome a new best friend into your life.
Santa Fe Chess Summer Simul
Don't let mean ole' Bruce get away with it! FREE to watch or play as he takes on all challengers, starting 1 pm this Saturday at DeVargas.
Open to all ages and levels with prizes from the mall, so sign up online or just drop in:
HD Latin Night
All-levels Bachata Dance Class (no partner or previous experience necessary) followed by a night of the hottest Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia y más! ¡Vamos!Saturday June 27, 2026 • 7:30 pm
Bar & restaurant opens at 2pm; tickets required after 6:30pm21+ with valid ID (under 21 admitted only if accompanied by parent or adult legal guardian)
Tickets: $10 ADV in person (buy your tickets in person at our Agua Fria location to save on fees!) | $12.74 ADV online | $15 day of show
HD Latin Night at Tumbleroot!A dance party for all of Santa Fe’s Salseros, Bachateros, Cumbieros and anyone who wants to learn!7:30 PM
We kick things off with an all-levels Bachata dance class taught by local instructors Joanie and Stephen. No partner or previous experience necessary.
New dancers will learn the basics so they’re ready to hit the dance floor after class. More experienced dancers will enjoy fun variations mixed in as well.8:15 PM
DJ Teevie drops the hottest Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia y más — from timeless classics to the newest hits. Romeo Santos, Prince Royce, Marc Anthony, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, Los Ángeles Azules, La Sonora Dinamita… ¡hasta Bad Bunny!
¡Vámonos!About the Organizers:This event is presented by High Desert Latin Dance (HD Latin Dance), Santa Fe’s Latin dance school offering weekly Bachata Classes and Salsa classes, social dance events, and community-centered Latin nights throughout Santa Fe and Taos.HD Latin Dance’s mission is to build community through dance by creating welcoming spaces where people can learn, grow, and connect.More info: www.hdlatindance.com
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@ hdlatindanceMeet Your InstructorsStephen Smith is a Bachata and Salsa Instructor with 12+ years expereince teaching Latin Dance. During the last two summers, Stephen has toured country wide teaching Bachata in 29 cities across 14 states. Prior to moving to NM, Stephen ran a dance business on Maui, where he taught Bachata and Salsa for 7 years. Joanie Atkinson is a multi-disciplinary dance artist with 13+ years of teaching experience. Starting with Irish Step dance at age 5, she transitioned to belly dance at the age of 14, and by age 18 was teaching and performing regularly. In 2017, she discovered partner dance, starting with Bachata and later expanding to Brazilian Zouk.
Blues Swing Fusion Dance
Blues Swing Tango Fusion Dance Party!
Basic Lesson 7:00-8:00 PM with Mike & Elli
Dance 8:00-10:00 PM | Dance Station, 947 B West Alameda
$15-$20 Sliding Scale
Light refreshments provided.
The class will be some fundamentals of movement in a blues fusion style. Bring your playfulness to this dance! It’s all about having fun and enjoying dancing with your partner to some slow, groovy music. If you already have some experience with dance swing, blues or tango, come strut your stuff!
All levels welcome. No partner or experience required.
Movie in the Park: The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
Santa Fe Summer Scene Free Movie Series
June 27, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union
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PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT
Three transgender performers well known for their lavish costumes and lip-synching in Sydney travel across the Australian Outback in their ramshackle bus, "Priscilla," on their way to a gig at a casino.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PARK PERFORMANCE LAWN
Bring the whole family to the Summer Scene Movie Series! With free popcorn generously provided by Nusenda Credit Union, it's a guaranteed good time!
The Railyard Park Performance Lawn is located at the intersection of Paseo De Peralta and Cerrillos Road.
-Bike to the Railyard this summer. We encourage safe bicycling to the Railyard Series using the Acequia Trail and St. Francis Underpass.
-Reservations are free, but donations to support this series are welcome.
VENDORS:
To be announced, check back soon!
THINGS TO BRING:
Blankets & chairs
Picnics
Water bottles (no glass please)
Jackets/warm layers
THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME:
Umbrellas
Outside alcohol
Glass containers
Santa Fe Express LIVE
Santa Fe Express Live at Tiny's!
Get ready for a night of great music, dancing, and good times as Santa Fe Express takes the stage at Tiny's! Bringing all your favorite classic rock, country, and dance hits, this local favorite knows how to keep the party going.
Grab dinner, enjoy a cocktail, and hit the dance floor with friends.
Tiny's Restaurant & Lounge
8:00 PM
No Cover • Free Parking
#Tinys #DineAndDance #SantaFeExpress #LiveMusicSantaFe #AlwaysHappyHour
PRIDE (After Dark) with DJ Tracy Young
Get ready to turn up the energy for PRIDE {after dark}, one of the most electrifying nights of PRIDE Santa Fe 2026! Join us at Meow Wolf for an immersive, late-night dance experience where music, art, and queer joy collide.
Step into a world of vibrant visuals and unforgettable beats as we transform Meow Wolf into a full-on Pride dance floor. Expect high-energy vibes, dazzling performances, and a community ready to celebrate loudly, proudly, and unapologetically. Whether you’re dancing all night or soaking in the scene, this is the place to be after dark.
Headlining the night is internationally acclaimed DJ and producer:
About Tracy Young
A powerhouse in the global dance music scene, Tracy Young is a Grammy Award-winning DJ, producer, and remixer known for her genre-defining sound and electrifying sets. She has worked with some of the biggest names in music—including Madonna, Beyoncé, Cher, and Rihanna—and has been a staple in clubs and festivals around the world for decades.
A proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, Tracy has long been a champion of queer spaces, using her music to bring people together on dance floors across the globe. Her ability to blend house, pop, and high-energy beats creates an unforgettable experience that keeps crowds moving all night long.
Come dance, celebrate, and experience PRIDE after dark like never before.
Luminous Black
Luminous Black returns June 27th from 8–11 PM with a soundtrack curated by @dannydetox, featuring darkwave, industrial, indie, and electronic sounds designed for a late-night descent into the unknown.Craft cocktails, dim lights, and a dance floor. June 27
8–11 PM
Music by @dannydetox
545 Camino de la Familia, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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PRIDE Patio Party
HRA is thrilled to partner with the Plaza Cafe for PRIDE Parade Patio Party: Brunch for a Cause! Join us as we take over the outdoor patio for the best parade viewing experience and a fabulous brunch fundraiser supporting the PRIDE Center and our ongoing programming.
Tickets: $100 per person, including your choice of anything off the menu (some exceptions apply) and one cocktail of your choice. Tickets are limited, so secure yours now!
Hosted by the fabulous Vanessa Patricks, prepare for an epic day of PRIDE fun, delicious food, and great company!
100th Birthday of the Historic Route 66
Route 66 Centennial Kickoff is Here!
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 with us and millions others —experience iconic landmarks, engaging memories, and community events that honor America’s Mother Road. Join millions across eight states in a heartfelt tribute culminating on November 11th, 2026.
This stretch of highway is so famous it even has it’s own #1 song written by the late great Nat “King” Cole. I’m sure you have the lyrics sung by him or by the countless other famous musicians who have covered these famous cords to this world famous song:
”If you ever plan to motor west
Travel my way
Take the highway that's the best
Get your kicks on Route 66
It winds from Chicago to LA
More than two thousand miles all the way
Get your kicks on Route 66
Now you go through St. Louis
Joplin, Missouri
And Oklahoma City looks mighty pretty
You'll see Amarillo
Gallup, New Mexico
Flagstaff, Arizona
Don't forget Winona
Kingman, Barstow, San Bernardino
Won't you get hip to this timely tip
When you make that California trip
Get your kicks on Route 66
Won't you get hip to this timely tip
When you make that California trip
Get your kicks on Route 66”
Make sure to jam out this song when you take that road trip from Chicago to LA or vice versa either way!
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Speaking of, THERE ARE MANY MANY EVENTS HAPPENING so we will do our best to share all events pertaining to this celebration within our state but will share others interesting events for those traveling and participating. Again please email your events to: santafevip@gmail.com
Here’s a road trip from Los Angeles to the windy city of Chicago!
You're Invited!
Join us for the ultimate road trip celebration—Route 66 turns 100 in 2026, and we're hitting the Mother Road from start to finish! From the sun-drenched shores of Santa Monica to the neon lights of Chicago, this once-in-a-century journey will be packed with nostalgia, quirky roadside stops, vintage diners, classic cars, and unforgettable memories.
When: Summer 2026
Where: Kicking off in Santa Monica, CA and cruising all the way to Chicago, IL
Why: Because Route 66 only turns 100 once—and we’re celebrating every mile!
Grab your shades, fuel up the tank, and get ready to cruise through history.
Let's get a group together so we can take in the sights of this historic route! This is your sign to join the centennial celebration of America’s most iconic highway.
Let’s ride Route 66—100 years strong.
RSVP, pack your bags, and we’ll see you on the road! MORE INFO HERE
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MOTORFEST IN ABQ - APRIL
NM Motorfest 2026 - MORE INFO HERE
On Saturday, April 18, 2026, NM Motorfest returns for its second year as New Mexico’s flagship all-styles motor show, honoring the 100th Anniversary of Route 66, the Mother Road.
This year’s event is hosted in the center infield of the Expo NM Racetrack, creating a rare, immersive setting designed specifically for a large-scale vehicle showcase and festival experience. This is a first for the fairgrounds!
NM Motorfest brings together custom-built vehicles of all styles, including national-level and SEMA builds, serious home-built customs, lifted trucks, imports, tuners, street builds, drift builds, hot rods, Euros, classics, restomods, stance builds, off-road builds, desert and competition track machines, motorcycles, rat rods, drag cars, UTVs, lowriders, show winners, club battle entries, and all vehicle styles.
This is a curated, static display event. Vehicles are staged, engines off, and presented in a controlled environment that keeps the focus on craftsmanship, design, and community.
The experience is supported by a full entertainment and lifestyle program, including:
• Live music by The Rudy Boy Experiment
• DJ performances by DJ Spunjy Hicks and DJ Hump
• A licensed Beer Garden & Cocktail Lounge
• Food trucks and curated vendors
• Awards with structured class judging
• Family-friendly atmosphere with professional operations
NM Motorfest 2026 is produced by New Mexico Motor Events, the state’s leading independent automotive event producer, with community support benefiting Outlaw Desert Racing, a New Mexico-based 501(c)(3) focused on veteran outreach.
Online vehicle registration opens soon!
Vendor and sponsor inquiries can be done at www.newmexicomotorevents.com
For updates, registration announcements follow our feeds.
This is a celebration of automotive culture, history, and the people who build it.
One day. One place. All styles.
Bigger. Louder. Stronger. #WeDoEvents #WeOutHere #NMTrue #AllRides #AllStyles #Community #100Years #Route66 #ExpoNM
Glow in the Dark Baseball
Cosmic Baseball is coming to Albuquerque — and it’s already a hot ticket.
The Cosmic Baseball Takeover Tour will light up Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park in October 2026, featuring glow-in-the-dark uniforms, neon baseballs, and a full black-light game experience.
The first announced game sold out quickly, prompting organizers to add a second date.
Tickets are not sold traditionally — fans must enter the Cosmic Ticket Lottery for a chance to purchase seats. Demand has been sky-high, so if you want in, entering the lottery is the only way.
Chimayo: Good Friday Walk, A Tradition of Faith
New Mexico History Museum presents the exhibition “Chimayó: A Tradition of Faith,” on display April 12, 2025, to May 31, 2027, exploring the history and enduring spiritual significance of the Santuario de Chimayó’s annual pilgrimage.
A public reception hosted by the Museum of New Mexico Foundation Women’s Board will be held on Saturday, April 26, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
The exhibition captures the essence of the pilgrimage through the lens of four photographers. Sam Howarth made the pilgrimage to Chimayó many times and initiated the documentation of this living tradition in 1996. He invited photographers Miguel Gandert, Oscar Lozoya, and Cary Herz to participate, along with oral historians Dr. Enrique R. Lamadrid and Troy Fernández. Howarth received a grant from the New Mexico Endowment for the Humanities to support this project.
The Santuario de Chimayó draws the largest religious pilgrimage in the US during Christian Holy Week. More than 30,000 people make the annual journey through the winding mountain villages of Northern New Mexico to the small adobe church. Many come to obtain the famous healing “holy earth” within the sanctuary.
“All are welcome on the pilgrimage. Young children, adults, and the elderly walk to the Santuario de Chimayó from as far away as Albuquerque or Santa Fe to remember family members who have passed away, in search of blessings and miracles, and to obtain the famous healing ‘holy earth,’” says Cathy Notarnicola, Curator of Southwest History. “All are united in spirit as they traverse their way across the landscape to the Santuario de Chimayó.”
“Chimayó: A Tradition of Faith” also features a recreation of the Santuario’s ex-voto rooms. These rooms and spaces, where pilgrims leave offerings, feature a diverse collection of meaningful objects, from paintings and prints of santos to photographs, letters, locks of hair, military dog tags, and crutches, all testaments to the faith and hope that draw people to Chimayó.
While the sanctuary has been a meaningful place for Christians, its history as a sacred place goes back to time immemorial. The word Chimayó, derived from the Native Tewa term Tsi-Mayoh, was given by Pueblo Indians, who used the area as a healing site long before the arrival of Spanish colonists.
Image: El Descanso (Resting on the Truchas Road), 1996. Sam Howarth, photographer. Palace of the Governors Photo Archives Collection. New Mexico History Museum/Department of Cultural Affairs #HP.2024.14.12
Zia Rising: The 47th State
President Taft proclaimed New Mexico the 47th state of the Union on January 5, 1912. When our final territorial governor got the big news, his 16-year-old daughter proudly raised a brand-new 47-star flag over the State Capitol in Santa Fe—and church bells rang out in celebration.
We were one of the last states to join the contiguous United States—even though we were home to the country’s first European settlements and its oldest known civilizations. The quest for statehood lasted 62 years, and in that pivotal time New Mexico learned to govern itself—and set out to prove itself to the world.
First, we had to Americanize, and to give back to the nation that was finally welcoming us in. We heeded the call, and by 1912 this was a bustling, well-developed place with law and order, major mining, timber, and sheep industries, and public schools and universities…with more improvements on the way. Good roads were linking farm communities to cities, and irrigation projects were laying the groundwork for grand agricultural efforts. Thanks to improved communication and vigorous efforts to sell New Mexico’s resources, people started coming to visit. Some even built new lives here.
Our state needed new symbols to define us—like our iconic flag, with its sacred Zia sun symbol. You’ll see designs for our very first flags, along with a one-of-a-kind state seal made from everyday hardware and the piano used to compose O, Fair New Mexico, our first state song.
So, let’s join Felipe Maximiliano Chacón, the New Mexican Bard, and shout: “Long live the state of New Mexico!”
Yoga in the Park is Back!
Join us every Sunday at 10:00 AM for an uplifting outdoor Vinyasa Flow surrounded by fresh air, sunshine, and the beauty of Santa Fe.
For over a decade, this weekly class has been a place for movement, connection, growth, and community. Whether you're stepping onto the mat for the first time or have years of experience, you'll be welcomed exactly as you are.
This all-levels Vinyasa Flow links breath with movement to build strength, improve flexibility, calm the mind, and leave you feeling refreshed and energized for the week ahead. Modifications and options are offered throughout class, allowing you to practice at your own pace and honor your body's needs.
10-class punch cards for $130 ($13/class) or drop-ins are $18. Never expire and good during winter classes when we go indoors as well!
All levels welcome
Beginners encouraged
Bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and anything else you need to be comfortable outdoors
Come move, breathe, and connect with a wonderful community while enjoying the beauty of summer mornings in Santa Fe.
Sundays at 10:00 AM
We can't wait to practice with you.
Santa Fe Fiesta Church Visit
Join Don Diego de Vargas, su Cuadrilla, La Reina de La Fiesta de Santa Fe™, and the Royal Court throughout the summer as they make visits to local parishes to celebrate mass with La Pelegrina.
The Santa Fe Fiesta Council, La Cofradia de La Conquistadora and Los Caballeros de Vargas participate in these community visits. We look forward to meeting you!
The Kitchen Table Happenings -Summer
The days are getting hotter, and so are the KTSF kitchens! It's been busier than ever around here as our Members prepare for a jam-packed summer. From the many markets and festivals around town, to garden parties and outdoor cookouts- you don't have to look far to find your favorite locally handmade goods any day of the week!
Events here at The Kitchen Table have been keeping us busy too- thank you to everyone who came out for our Spring Market! It was a beautiful day of good eating, shopping local, and connecting with community. Check out below what's coming ahead, and if you're planning a party of your own, be sure to give us a call! We'll make your event something special, and if you're lucky, one of our members might just cook for you too.
Introducing our new Cooking Club series with Chef Rocky Packard!
We are excited to announce The Kitchen Table is now offering cooking classes!
Chef Rocky Packard has a thoroughly impressive restaurant background, including opening both Santa Cafe and Coyote Cafe here in town. He's been an instructor at Santa Fe Cooking School, as well as the Community College, and we are honored to now have his expertise here at KTSF!
The first class will start with the basics: teaching knife skills and French cutting techniques, breaking down chickens, and making beautiful stock. We will serve appetizers and refreshments, and enjoy a lovely dinner together appreciating your hard work and new skills!
To buy tickets, and for more information, please click here for our website.
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Limpas
A traditional Limpia is a clearing of the mind, body, and spirit. It is a chance to set yourself free and move forward towards a beautiful life. Curanderas Deanna Anaya and Andrea Chavez are both Santa Fe locals and Practitioners of Curanderismo, and they care deeply about their community.
They look forward to meeting you, alongside other spiritual practitioners and artists. Join us for this wonderfully cleansing day!
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Santa Fe's newest Night Market is coming to KTSF!
505 Night Market is a space to gather, discover, and savor- New Mexico style.
As the sun sets, indulge in the smells of sizzling food stalls, dance to the sounds of the amazing DJ Ride, and peruse the many small-batch goods & hand-crafted wares from talented local artists.
Join us for a memorable evening infused with the spirit of the high desert and a shared sense of connection under the evening sky.
Bagel Making Workshop with Henry & the Fish
There's nothing quite like a fresh, chewy bagel straight from the oven. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make authentic artisan bagels from scratch using techniques you can easily recreate at home.
Whether you've never baked bread before or you're looking to improve your skills, this class will guide you through every step in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
JJ & the Hooligans at Summer Sundaze
The Hooligans are playing this great outdoor venue on a beautiful summer evening.
It's a cool space, with fire pits, yard games, local beers and craft cocktails, food trucks, and a real stage with room to dance.
$10 cover, doors open at 4:00, music 5:00 - 8:00.
Check the Mystic website or social media pages for more info.
Come out and hang with us!
Basic Swing Dance
No partner required, come learn Swing Dance with teachers Mike & Elli!Basic Swing Dance :
Jitterbug and 6 Count Lindy HopSundays 5:30-6:15 PM at Dance StationWe're excited to share our passion with you! We rotate partners during class, though you always have the option not to, when you sign up with a partner. Classes are $20/person, or sliding scale. Drop in, or Pre-register here: https://forms.gle/mz9SEPJ9Nmu7EH8J9
Sharqi Shimmy Bellydance
Belly dance at Farafina!! Join us for a wonderful show on
Sunday, June 28
6-8pm
$5 cover
Geeks Who Drink
Geeks Who Drink take over Cake’s Cafe Sunday Nights!
Geeks Who Drink uses the power of good trivia to connect people with friends (and friends-to-be).
Knowing things is fun – and if we’re doing our jobs, everyone leaves our trivia nights with a smile on their face and new facts in their noggin.
Consistent fresh new content makes each Geek’s week totally different from the one before. Our editorial team writes more questions than Jeopardy – way more, in fact.
Our quantity never means skimping on quality, though.
A team of experts with decades and decades of experience, we consistently deliver thought-provoking trivia – with an impish twinkle that our players can’t get enough of.
Frida Fest Drag Show
Frida Fest SF and HRA Santa Fe are pleased to present The Frida Drag Show!
June 28 at 7:00pm at the Museum of International Folk Art. We hope to see you there for the closing event of Frida Fest SF 2026!!!
Tickets are available here…https://givebutter.com/frida-fest-sf-2026-r7ailj
3-4 performers will take the stage at MOIFA and one of the performers is Phantom Nips Rebel is a proud nonbinary , trans masculine drag king . They are part of the Haus of Rebels . They were the recipient of New Mexico Entertainment Awards 2024 Top Drag King and are the reigning 2026 Sucia XXX. They call Santa Fe home. Photo Kerry Kehoe
An Evening with Brett Dennen
Across his career, Brett Dennen has established himself as the kind of singer-songwriter who finds inspiration by digging into the nooks and crannies of the human condition—exploring pain, joy, sadness, and all points in between.
If It Takes Forever (Mick Music), the California native’s eighth solo album and first full-length since 2021’s See the World, is no exception. The warm, immersive collection boasts deeply felt sentiments, underpinned by rich acoustic guitars and Dennen’s earnest vocals, in the vein of dusky Americana (“Golden State of Mind”), harmonica-driven blues (the Tom Petty-esque “Careful What You Wish For”), rootsy indie (“Don’t Go Talking”), and meditative folk-rock (highlight “Time To Wake Up”).
If It Takes Forever emerged out of a tough 2023 for Dennen, as he was dealing with the death of his dad. “He was such a strong figure in my life that I depended on so much as both a dad and a best friend,” he said. “And I knew immediately in order for me to deal with his death, the best thing I could do was to make an album about it.”
Understandably, Dennen took his time coming up with song ideas for If It Takes Forever, and spent the bulk of a year simply thinking about “what kind of album I was going to make and what kinds of songs were going to be on the album,” he says. “I jotted down ideas on paper, made little voice memos with ideas of songs, melodies and choruses, or sometimes even just talked into a voice recorder.”
With these ideas as a foundation, Dennen was well-prepared by the time he hunkered down in late 2023 to formalize his rough ideas into songs. “Making them a reality all happened very fast,” he says. “These songs were in my head and came out when I had the guitar in my hand. I would record one, put it away and then come back a few days or a few weeks later and listen to it: ‘Okay, I think that's done. That's good enough. Move on, move on, move on.’”
Dennen naturally wrote some songs directly about his dad. But he also wanted If It Takes Forever to tackle his new reality going forward. “It was evaluating life—like, what did this person mean to me?” he says. “What did they inspire in me? What do I think life is about now? Who's the person I really want to be?” But he also found himself turning to broader philosophical questions. “I was also thinking about the state of life: What is life? What does it mean? What's it all about?”
This lent itself to lyrics full of vibrant imagery with multiple layers of meaning. Among his favorite songs is the gentle, folksy “In the Garden,” which was indirectly inspired by his parents and the impressive vegetable garden they tended. “I don't necessarily think it's a song about my dad—or a song about him speaking to my mom, per se—but I think it's a song about love and putting your intention into something,” Dennen explains. “Metaphorically, it’s about taking care of something and creating something beautiful, but it’s also a literal place for beautiful things to grow, and a calm place to find solace in.”
Another favorite is “Wood Canoe,” a narrative-driven story of humble man who has a knack for building a canoe out of wood, with lyrics speaking to the idea of metaphorically taking somebody away to a better place, he explains. “It feels like a Cat Stevens song and has a little bit of Latin rhythm to it.” Dennen also loves “Another Day in Babylon” because of its rumbling groove—and the fact it’s very literal, as he based the lyrics on things that happened in his own life.
The easygoing opening track, “Chipping Away,” meanwhile, touches on resilience and the importance of persevering even when things might not be falling into place the way you’d like. “There's so many things I want to do and so many things I haven't done—and I'm the one holding myself back from doing those things,” he explains. “But that's just life, I guess—and here's an opportunity to celebrate that.”
Dennen recorded If It Takes Forever quickly, “in a whirlwind five days” in Los Angeles with the musicians in his live band and another long-time collaborator serving as producer, Jon Solo. This full-band configuration gave the album a distinct feeling of immediacy but also lends itself to depth-filled arrangements. Organ courses through the standout “Dharma Baby” while plaintive piano adds sharp melancholy to the meditative “Star Surfer.”“We haven't recorded an album together before now,” he notes. “But it was easy to trust everyone and get excited about what we were creating together. We felt like a team; I've never had that feeling before. That’s why I think it was easy to get so much done in a short amount of time.”
In general, Dennen prefers recording live with a band anyway. But the bond he had formed with his bandmates across years of traveling around together on the road made the If It Takes Forever experience especially seamless—namely because everyone contributed parts and ideas in the studio during the process. “I was really impressed with everybody's ability to help me get to a place where I was feeling good about the direction it was going,’ he says. “It wasn't me or the producer saying, ‘I want you to do this. I was hoping you would do this.’ It wasn't like ‘This is Brett’s album’—it was like, let's just make this music the best that the four of us can make it.”
Since debuting in 2004 with a self-titled album, Dennen has amassed a loyal fanbase thanks to a steady touring schedule, including alongside artists like John Mayer, Jason Mraz and G Love and Special Sauce, as well as multiple song placements in the TV show Parenthood. Another tune, "Comeback Kid (That's My Dog)," became the theme song for the TV adaptation About A Boy. Along the way, Dennen has also had multiple top 10 hits on the AAA radio charts, with the keening title track of See the World, an encouraging song about growing up and forging your own path in life, landing at No. 4 in 2021.
With If It Takes Forever, Dennen plans to hit the road once again, but he possesses additional perspective on—and gratitude for—the solace provided by art and music. “To really boil it down, this is life,” he says. “Life is full of things that get complicated and make you busy, and are really hard to deal with. But if you write songs about it, and put it into art, then it makes it a lot more relevant and meaningful and worthy of celebration.”
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TICKETS
$30–45 + fees
MEMBER PRE-SALE: Wed, Apr 8, 10 am. Want pre-sale access? Become a Lensic member!
PUBLIC SALE: Fri, Apr 10, 10 am
For online ticketing sales & support, contact support@holdmyticket.com or call 1-877-466-3404.
For in-person sales, visit the Lensic box office.
VENUE ST. FRANCIS AUDITORIUM AT THE NEW MEXICO MUSEUM OF ART
ALCOHOL: No
SEATING: Yes
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK: No
PARKING: Street parking and paid parking lot across the street
ADA: Yes, please notify us of any accommodations prior to the show
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
Forks In The Road
New Mexico History Museum, Palace of the Governors, Room 15
Embark on a Culinary Adventure Through New Mexico’s Iconic Eateries
Discover the Stories Behind New Mexico’s Culinary Landmarks: Learn about the families and traditions that have shaped the state’s diverse restaurant scene.
Immerse Yourself in Interactive Displays: Experience the sights, sounds, and smells of New Mexico’s iconic restaurants.
Chef Johnny Vee: The renowned chef and food writer serves as the guest curator for this exhibition.
Exhibit Highlights:
Replica Dining Booth: Step back in time and experience the golden age of New Mexico restaurants.
Feature Wall: Explore restaurants categorized by themes like "Roots to Routes" and "Roadside Charm."
Interactive Map: Discover iconic restaurants nominated by New Mexico residents.
Audio Recordings: Listen to community memories and share your own stories.
Smell Station: Experience the unique aromas of New Mexico’s cuisine.
Soundscapes: Explore the music and sounds that have shaped the dining experience.
Fred Harvey Display: Learn about the history and impact of these early 20th-century establishments.
Grand Public Celebration: Stay tuned for more info!
Sunday, October 6th
Free Admission for New Mexico Residents
Fun Activities, Delicious Food, and Exclusive SWAG
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the rich culinary heritage of New Mexico!
Image: Interior of Delgado Drug Store, Las Vegas, New Mexico, circa 1950. New Mexico Palace of the Governors Photo Archives (New Mexico History Museum/Department of Cultural Affairs). Negative Number: 103137.
TLC Stained Glass Studio Classes
TLC Stained Glass is an art studio and gallery in Santa Fe. We specialize in creating custom stained glass panels, as well as completing repairs and restorations, and teaching workshops to both locals and visitors to our "City Different."
TLC Stained Glass began as many things do, as a hobby in a garage. I’d just left my first vocation, a decade of teaching science, and I was feeling adrift. Over lunch, Anton Delgado, a dear friend, had mentioned that he’d been a stained glass artist on and off for over 40 years, but that he was retired now and more or less done with his tools and materials. He was generous enough to give me a one-off lesson and turn me loose with some extra materials he had. Over the coming months, he got to see my skill and interest grow and I was accepted into an apprenticeship at a local Glass Studio.
Anton passed in 2023, but got to see the studio come to fruition before he went home. Even on his deathbed, he wanted to offer me more books, more ways to continue my exploration.
I opened TLC Stained Glass in 2021 and continue to honor Anton’s memory and my own creative heart by teaching workshops, completing commission work, and repairing and restoring old or broken stained glass works. I firmly believe that everyone should explore opportunities to make, and that stained glass isn’t just for church windows!
Here’s a look at all the classes you can take!! Click Here
Monday Night Brazilian Zouk
Join us for an exciting journey into the world of Brazilian Zouk, a captivating partner dance known for its fluid movements and connection between dancers. The foundation class is perfect for beginners and those looking to progress in their foundations.
ADV. Basics/ Intermediate class will be open to all but will not accommodate all levels. 2-4 months of regular classes is recommended.
𝟔-𝟕:𝟎𝟎𝐏𝐌 | 𝐀𝐁𝐂'𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐙𝐨𝐮𝐤-𝐋𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐝𝐚
𝟕:𝟎𝟎-𝟕:𝟒𝟓𝐏𝐌 | 𝐀𝐃𝐕. 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐬/ 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞
𝟕:𝟒𝟓-𝟖:𝟒𝟓𝐏𝐌 | 𝐏𝐫à𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜
𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐓:
$𝟏𝟓 | 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐩-𝐢𝐧
$𝟒𝟎/𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩
---What to Expect:
Basic Steps and Timing: Learn the essential footwork and rhythm that form the backbone of Brazilian Zouk.
Leading and Following Techniques: Develop a strong connection with your partner through effective communication and body awareness.
Body Movement and Flow: Explore the characteristic body isolations and flow that make Zouk unique.
Musicality: Understand how to interpret the music and express it through your movements.
---All are welcome for foundations class:
-Beginners with no prior dance experience.
-Dancers from other styles looking to expand their repertoire.
-Anyone interested in the vibrant and expressive nature of Brazilian Zouk.
---Benefits of the Class:
Improve coordination and rhythm.
Enhance your social dancing skills.
Build confidence on the dance floor.
Meet new people and enjoy a fun, supportive environment.
Come with a partner or solo—everyone is welcome! Wear comfortable clothing and be ready to move. Let's dance!
1st Squash Blossoms at 315 Party
Please join us for our 1st Patio Party at 315 featuring all vinyl sets by DJs At_One and Saint John
+ the celebration of the 1st Squash Blossoms of Summer!
Tantra Productions Presents:
Le GRUV
315 Restaurant & Wine Bar
Monday June 29th, 2026
6-10PM
$10 + tax
Presale Tickets available via the EventBrite
Link in BIO
(We are offering a discounted presale rate for Industry folks - please ask Antonio or John for the promo code)
Cash or Venmo tickets are also available at the Door
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Louis, Jason and the exceptional team at 315 are kindly opening up the restaurant for this event to feature music, a special bar menu and drink specials to make a true Industry night in Santa Fe!
DJs At_One and Saint John set the musical vibe with a sexy blend of deep house and more on vinyl out on the Patio.
(Patio will be weather permitting/ Plan B is set up inside but we will have sound throughout the restaurant regardless)
Please come out to support this new potential semi regular night in Santa Fe!
The goal is to eventually bring in additional local talented vinyl selectors…
Thank you for your support!
John & Antonio
Monday Chess at Sky Cinemas
Now there are rated games at the theater!
Play casually and learn from experts at no cost.
Or, play a serious round each week with cash prizes awarded at the end of the month.
Find current tournament details here: https://www.kingregistration.com/tournaments/bystate#NM
Los Lobos FREE on the Santa Fe Plaza
Los Lobos
w/ Alma
June 29, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
LOS LOBOS
For over five decades, Los Lobos have built a remarkable legacy as one of the most enduring and influential bands in American music. Blending rock, soul, R&B, blues, and traditional Mexican styles like norteña, ranchera, and cumbia, their sound is a rich cultural fusion rooted in their East L.A. upbringing.
Known for their heartfelt storytelling and deep musicality, they transform everyday struggles into songs of resilience and hope, all delivered with the tight chemistry of a band that has remained intact since its founding. We’ve been dreaming of bringing Los Lobos to the Plaza for years, come celebrate the start of the Plaza nights with Los Lobos!
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
The Burque Jazz Bandits
Join us at Monday Night Swing for a night of live music with the Burque Jazz Bandits!
We're wrapping up Pride Month in style with our favorite Django-Jazz band. Drop in for our All-levels Lindy Hop class at 7:15pm, followed by live music and social dancing at 8:15pm
Farmers Market Tuesdays
Beat the crowds and load up on farm fresh goodies at the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market – Tuesday!
This Market has the same variety as seen on Saturdays. Expect to find fresh produce, eggs, meat, honey, bread, chile, apothecary, and much more.
Cafe Fresh has hot coffee and a selection of ready-to-eat treats. Stop in the Santa Fe Farmers’ Market Gift Shop to check out the ever changing selection of fair trade and local items.
Your purchases directly support our farmers.
Don’t feel rushed – you can shop at your leisure.
It’s easy access to all of the vendors.
Why wake up early on Saturdays? Get to the Tuesday Market before work or on your lunch break!
EXOTICA - Tiki Night
Tuesday June 30, 2026 • 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Bar & restaurant opens at 4pm
FREE
21+ with valid ID (under 21 admitted only if accompanied by parent or adult legal guardian)
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Experience the ritual of Tiki as you embark on a musical odyssey that blends Hawaiian Classics, Surf Rock, Bossa Nova, Reggae, Latin Dance, and Beachwave. Sip handcrafted Polynesian cocktails and devour island-inspired eats while the sun sets amid flaming tiki torches – the ultimate Tuesday painkiller.
Salsa Tuesdays
Do you already have a bit of Salsa experience? Do you feel like you can survive a full song on the social dance floor, but want to add a few more moves to your repertoire? 𝑰𝒇 𝒔𝒐, 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒄𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔 𝒊𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒚𝒐𝒖!
The first 30 minutes of each class focuses on footwork, to strengthen fundamental skills such as balance, musicality, and timing.
The remaining hour of each class is spent in partner work, learning and then practicing turn patterns.
𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒊𝒔 𝒂 𝑷𝑹𝑶𝑮𝑹𝑬𝑺𝑺𝑰𝑽𝑬 𝒄𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔.
Every class includes a brief review of moves learned the previous week, before tackling a new turn pattern.
Consistent weekly attendance is strongly encouraged, as it is the best way to become a more skilled Salsero/a!
𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞:
6-7:30pm, every Tuesday
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
THE HUT
1285 Clark Road, Units 1 & 2
Santa Fe, NM 87507
𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭:
$15 for Drop-In (walk ins are always welcome!)
$65 for 5-Class Pack
$110 for 10-Class Pack
Relaay
Relaay
w/ Luke McMurray Nutting
June 30, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Concept Hotels
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
RELAAY
Relaay is a Louisville-based indie pop duo whose music blends emotional depth with genre-fluid energy. Formed by lifelong friends Audrey Cecil and Amanda Lucas, their sound reflects both their contrasting personalities and shared experiences, resulting in songs that are as danceable as they are introspective. Rooted in authenticity and queer representation, their music explores themes of loss, resilience, and self-discovery.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
Concert for Juniper
CONCERT FOR JUNIPER
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 • 6:30 pm
Bar & restaurant opens at 4pm; tickets required after 6 pm
21+ with valid ID (under 21 admitted only if accompanied by parent or adult legal guardian)
Tickets: $10 ADV in person | $12.74 ADV online | $15 Day of show
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Featuring performances by Erika Easterbrooks Quartet, Joyce Shroulote & Virga Quartet, Kade Miller, Sweetly, and Caleb Garvin.
Additional donations to the Juniper Blessing Foundation are encouraged. QR codes to donate will be available during the concert.
Salsa Tuesdays at the Hut
Do you already have some Salsa experience? Do you feel like you can survive a full song on the social dance floor, but want to add a few more moves to your repertoire? 𝑰𝒇 𝒔𝒐, 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒄𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔 𝒊𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒚𝒐𝒖!
The first 5-10 minutes of each class starts with a social dancing warm up, to help build overall confidence on the dance floor.
The remaining class time is spent in partner work, learning and then practicing turn patterns while rotating partners.
𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒊𝒔 𝒂 𝑷𝑹𝑶𝑮𝑹𝑬𝑺𝑺𝑰𝑽𝑬 𝒄𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔.
Every class includes a brief review of moves learned the previous week, before tackling new elements or a completely new turn pattern.
Consistent weekly attendance is strongly encouraged, as it is the best way to become a more skilled Salsero/a!
𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞:
5:30-6:30pm, every Tuesday
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
THE HUT
1285 Clark Rd, Units 1 & 2
Santa Fe, NM 87507
𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭:
$20 for Drop-In (walk ins are always welcome!)
$75 for 5-Class Pack
$120 for 10-Class Pack
Open Mic Every Tuesday at Tiny's
Open Mic night every Tuesday at Tinys cocktail and Lounge.
Come on in and enjoy a meal, drinks and show us your talent.
Tuesday Night Blues Jam
Join the Brotha Love & The Blueristocrats house band for the BEST Tuesday night out in Santa Fe!
Every week by some of the finest variety of traditional blues with a little honky-tonk, rock, and soul mixed in by players from Albuquerque to Taos and beyond.
8:00-11:00pm - NO COVER
Gia Margaret
Every artist has to discover their voice. Gia Margaret didn’t find herself until she lost hers. With a vocal injury that kept her from singing for years, she developed other musical languages, mastering the grammar of an intricate, homey form of ambient music pioneered by Ernest Hood and perfected by The Books. Now, her physical voice healed and her artistic voice honed, she comes full circle with Singing, her first vocal album since 2018’s There’s Always Glimmer. Led by soft piano lines that fall like breath on glass, the music on Singing evidences the same jeweler’s sensitivity to detail that she developed in her silence.
“There was a time when I really didn’t know if I would sing again. So once I healed, there was a lot of internal pressure to come back strong,” Margaret says. “I didn’t know who I was anymore. So it felt like beginning again, and reconnecting with these very old, old parts of myself.” This feeling of intermixed alienation and rediscovery is palpable across the album. In opener “Everyone Around Me Dancing,” she watches a party from the wings, aware of how her body keeps her from communal joy while also providing new modes of self-knowledge. Shut out from the scene, she is “closer to the ground, the planet.” In “Alive Inside,” she’s so far away from the source that she’s praying to whoever might hear (“a god, a friend that’s gone, a spirit”). As her voice rises, it seems to be trapped in a web of distortion; it’s as if in her pursuit, she’s pushing at the very boundaries of what can be said.
The process of making Singing was one of learning how to trust each of those feelings. The album was partially recorded in London with Frou Frou’s Guy Sigsworth, who helped Margaret unify the spree of ideas she had for “Good Friend,” an album highlight that includes Gregorian chant by ILĀ and turntable scratches, among many other things. David Bazan and Amy Millan also make appearances, as do Kurt Vile and Sean Carey, while Margaret’s longtime collaborator Doug Saltzman plays on and co-produces much of the record. Deb Talan, previously of The Weepies, lends her voice, piano, and guitar to the album's closing—and definitive—statement, "E-Motion."
Gia Margaret is always singing. Every note of this album sings a warm requiem to her past selves; every layer sings her future self into being. Across the album, she applies the lessons of speechlessness—the quasirational ways we communicate without communicating, the way formless sound can cut to the heart of things like a scalpel—to her own artistic voice.
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TICKETS
$25 + fees
DAY OF SHOW: $30 + fees
MEMBER + ARTIST PRE-SALE: Thurs, Feb 5, 10 am
SPOTIFY PRE-SALE: Thurs, Feb 5, 12 pm
PUBLIC SALE: Fri, Feb 6, 10 am
For online ticketing sales & support, contact Meow Wolf: 1-866-636-9969 or online here.
VENUE: MEOW WOLF
SEATING: Standing room only
ADA: Please email help@meowwolf.com in advance for ADA accommdations.
PARKING: Yes, at the venue
ALCOHOL: Yes
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK: No
PROHIBITED ITEMS: Meow Wolf recommends leaving the following items in your car or securing them in a locker. Please review their Prohibited Items list for further questions.
-Backpacks & oversized bags
-Laptops or Tablets
-Oversized coats
-Umbrellas
-Luggage
-Strollers
-Skateboards
-Professional recording equipment
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
Country Night wiht Mark C. Johnson
Join Mark C. Johnson, guitarist and singer from Second Chances, for an evening of classic and contemporary country favorites at The Social Kitchen + Bar. Enjoy great food, cold drinks, and live music made for singing along, tapping your boots, and having a great time with friends.
Bring your friends, grab a table, and make it a night to remember. Like, share, and invite your fellow country music fans!
#SantaFeMusic #LiveCountryMusic #TheSocialKitchen #CountryMusicNM #SecondChancesMusic
Canyon Road Blues Jam at Tumbleroot
On the first Wednesday of every month | 6-9pm
Tumbleroot Alegría on Agua Fria (2791 Agua Fria St)
In light of El Farol recently closing their doors, Tumbleroot offers the Santa Fe music community a space to continue their blues jam. We're excited to welcome The Canyon Road Blues Jam on the first Wednesday of each month. Come join us on the big stage or on the spacious dance floor for an evening full of fun and music. No cover charge, tips welcome.
Nosotros on the Historic Santa Fe Plaza
Nosotros
w/ De'Anza
July 2, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Shell Goldman, Real Estate Broker & Areena Estul, Massage Therapist
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RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
NOSOTROS
Nosotros, the award-winning Latin band known for its socially conscious music, has been drawing music lovers to their distinctive Latin groove for nearly three decades. What began as a guitar trio in 1994 quickly took on a life of its own, becoming something that no one could have predicted, including becoming one of the most recognizable and original Latin bands in the Southwest.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
BAR(d): The Tempest
BAR(d) Speak Easy Shakespeare presents:
The Tempest
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Thursday July 2, 2026 • 6:30 pm
Cocktail hour beginning at 5:30pm
FREE! Donations encouraged!
21+ with valid ID (under 21 admitted only if accompanied by parent or adult legal guardian)
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"O brave new world, that has such people in it!"
Join us to kick off ISC Santa Fe's Summer Repertory Season as the cast speak through the play together for the first time.
Cabaret
Cabaret
PRESENTED BY: The Santa Fe Playhouse
Cabaret is a musical set in the final days of the Weimar Republi in 1930’s Berlin, focusing on the decadent nightlife of the Kit Kat Klub as the Nazi Party rises to power. An American writer, Cliff Bradshaw, and British singer Sally Bowles fall in love amid this growing political turmoil, while Fraulein Schneider and Herr Schultz navigate their own romance and increasing threats to their Jewish heritage. The story serves as a cautionary take about rising fascism, the dangers of political apathy, and how people choose to ignore the looming threat of a war.
2 Step Thursday
Two-Step Thursday with Peter Vigil and the All-Star band. Free parking and no cover
EVERY THURSDAYS - Food & Specials ALL NIGHT
Karaoke Night at Tumbleroot
Karaoke Night with Billy Brown
FREE | 8pm start
sign up begins at 7, performance slots limited
Bar & restaurant opens at 4pm
Free First Friday at Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
The Georgia O'Keeffe Museum is open late on the first Friday of each month!
Admission is free all day for New Mexico residents and free for everyone from 5 PM to 7 PM.
On First Fridays, enjoy art and special programming!
Learn more → gokm.org/events/?_event_type=first-fridays
El Brujo Trio
Some music entertains.
This music summons.
El Brujo Trio brings their haunting Nuevo Flamenco to Social Kitchen, two guitars and the pulse of cajón creating original compositions that move between fire, rhythm, and reflection.
Step into an evening where sound becomes atmosphere and every note tells a story.
BAR(d): Hamlet
BAR(d) Speak Easy Shakespeare presents:
Hamlet
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Friday July 3, 2026 • 6:30 pm
Cocktail hour beginning at 5:30pm
FREE! Donations encouraged!
21+ with valid ID (under 21 admitted only if accompanied by parent or adult legal guardian)
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"Remember me"
Join us to kick off ISC Santa Fe's Summer Repertory Season as the cast speak through the play together for the first time.
Black Uhuru Plays the Railyard
Black Uhuru
w/ Mister Kali
July 3, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 6:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Second Street Brewery
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BLACK UHURU
Formed in Kingston, Jamaica over 50 years ago, Black Uhuru has become one of the most celebrated and enduring reggae bands in the world, winning the first-ever Grammy Award for reggae music and achieving record sales second only to Bob Marley in the genre. Their classic sound—built on thundering drum and bass, sharp keys, and soaring harmonies — was forged in collaboration with the legendary rhythm section of Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare, and has made them true ambassadors of reggae worldwide.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, ample parking is available in the underground garage just north of REI. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Are available inside Second Street Brewery, Violet Crown Cinema, As Above & So Below, and La Lecheria for your ice cream needs. Food vendors will also be on site.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
Madam Butterfly
A Japanese girl sacrifices her heritage for the American dream when a naval officer chooses her for his bride. Her dream is crushed by betrayal when he traps her in the very cage she wishes to escape. She seizes her destiny, and the devastating outcome lingers long after the final note.
Lee Blakeley’s acclaimed production artfully blends realism and lyricism, and is revived this season by Melanie Bacaling in her mainstage directorial debut. Conductor John Fiore leads a powerful international cast. Karen Chia-ling Ho as Cio-Cio-San, Sun-Ly Pierce as Suzuki and Ya-Chung Huang as Goro make their company debuts. Renowned tenor Stephen Costello sings B.F. Pinkerton. Returning artists Jarrett Ott and Le Bu lend their voices to the clash of traditions as Sharpless and the Bonze, respectively.
Una joven japonesa sacrifica su herencia por el sueño americano cuando un oficial naval la elige como esposa. Su sueño queda hecho añicos por la traición, cuando él la encierra en la misma jaula de la que anhelaba escapar. Al asumir su destino, el devastador desenlace se quedará resonando mucho más allá de la última nota.
La aclamada producción de Lee Blakeley, que combina con gran sutileza realismo y lirismo, regresa esta temporada bajo la dirección de Melanie Bacaling, quien debuta con la compañía como directora en el escenario principal. El director John Fiore dirige a un poderoso elenco internacional: Karen Chia-ling Ho como Cio-Cio-San, Sun-Ly Pierce como Suzuki y Ya-Chung Huang como Goro, todos ellos en su debut con la compañía. El renombrado tenor Stephen Costello interpreta a B. F. Pinkerton. Los artistas que regresan, Jarrett Ott y Le Bu, prestan sus voces al choque de tradiciones como Sharpless y el Bonze, respectivamente.
Music By
Giacomo Puccini
Libretto by
Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa
Sung in
Italian
Instant Translation Screen
English and Spanish
Original Production By
Lee Blakeley
Production support generously provided by
The Estate of James R. Seitz, Jr.
The Estate of Suzanne Hanson Poole
The engagement of Melanie Bacaling is supported by
Susan Esco Chandler & Alfred D. Chandler
The performances of Karen Chia-ling Ho are supported by
Agnes Hsu-Tang & Oscar Tang - Tang Fund
The performances of Sun-Ly Pierce are supported by
Brooke Suzanne Gray
Run Time
Approximately 2 hours 44 minutes; includes a 25-minute intermission
Synopsis
Act I
Benjamin Franklin Pinkerton, a Lieutenant in the United States Navy, is inspecting his new house, built on a hillside overlooking Nagasaki harbor. The marriage broker Goro has arranged for the house and for Pinkerton’s marriage to the geisha Cio-Cio-San, who is also known as Madama Butterfly. Sharpless, the American consul, arrives for the ceremony and warns Pinkerton that Butterfly is taking the marriage very seriously; Pinkerton himself considers it something of a lark, although he is enchanted with Butterfly. She arrives with her friends and tells Pinkerton that she has renounced her religion for his sake. When Butterfly’s relatives arrive, ‘the wedding ceremony begins, but it is interrupted by her uncle, the Bonze, who curses her for having abandoned her religion. The family members deport, leaving Butterfly alone with Pinkerton. As night descends, they sing of their love and slowly enter their new house.
Benjamin Franklin Pinkerton, teniente de la Marina de los Estados Unidos, inspecciona su nueva casa, construida en una colina con vistas al puerto de Nagasaki. El casamentero Goro ha arreglado tanto la casa como el matrimonio de Pinkerton con la geisha Cio-Cio-San, también conocida como Madama Butterfly. El cónsul estadounidense Sharpless llega para la ceremonia y advierte a Pinkerton de que Butterfly es una mujer que se toma el matrimonio muy en serio; Pinkerton, en cambio, lo considera una especie de diversión, aunque está encantado con Butterfly. Ella llega con sus amigas y le comunica que ha renunciado a su religión por él. Cuando llegan los familiares de Butterfly comienza la ceremonia nupcial, que se ve interrumpida por su tío el Bonzo, quien la maldice por haber abandonado su fe. Los familiares se marchan dejando a Butterfly sola con Pinkerton. Al caer la noche, éstos cantan a su amor y entran lentamente en su nueva casa.
Act II
Scene 1. Three years have passed. Pinkerton deported long ago and Suzuki, Butterfly’s maid, implores Butterfly to forget her American husband, but she refuses, having faith in Pinkerton’s promise to return. Sharpless and Goro try to persuade Butterfly to marry the wealthy Prince Yamadori, without success. Sharpless starts to read a letter from Pinkerton, which suggests that he may never return, but Butterfly rejects the implication and shows Sharpless her son, Trouble, who was fathered by Pinkerton before his departure. The harbor cannon fires to announce the arrival of a foreign vessel, which Butterfly recognizes as the Abraham Lincoln, Pinkerton’s ship. She and Suzuki strew flowers throughout the house; she dons her wedding gown and, with Suzuki and Trouble, awaits the arrival of her husband as the sun begins to set.
Scene 2. Butterfly has maintained her vigil the entire night. As dawn breaks, Suzuki persuades her to rest. Sharpless and Pinkerton arrive, and Suzuki soon discovers that the woman with them is Pinkerton’s wife, Kate. Sharpless tells Suzuki that they want to ensure a good American upbringing for Trouble and he then reproaches Pinkerton for his heartlessness. Pinkerton bids on anguished farewell to the site of his post happiness and leaves, unable to face his Japanese bride. Butterfly enters and, after the situation is explained to her, agrees to give up the child if Pinkerton will return in 30 minutes. She bids a last farewell to her son, then takes up the dagger with which her father committed hara-kiri. She stabs herself, just as Pinkerton is arriving for his son.
Escena primera. Han pasado tres años. Pinkerton se marchó hace mucho tiempo y Suzuki, la criada de Butterfly, le ruega a ésta que olvide a su marido americano. Ella se niega, confiando en la promesa de regresar que Pinkerton le hizo. Sharpless y Goro intentan persuadirla, sin éxito, para que se case con el rico príncipe Yamadori. Sharpless empieza a leer una carta de Pinkerton en la que sugiere que quizá nunca vuelva pero Butterfly rechaza esa idea y le muestra a Sharpless a su hijo Trouble, engendrado por Pinkerton antes de su partida. Un cañonazo en el puerto anuncia la llegada de un barco extranjero que Butterfly reconoce como el Abraham Lincoln, el navío de Pinkerton. Ella y Suzuki cubren la casa de flores; Butterfly se pone su vestido de novia y, junto a Suzuki y Trouble, espera la llegada de su marido mientras el sol se pone.
Escena segunda. Butterfly ha pasado toda la noche en vela. Al amanecer, Suzuki la convence de que descanse. Llegan Sharpless y Pinkerton, y Suzuki descubre que la mujer que los acompaña es Kate, la esposa de Pinkerton. Sharpless explica a Suzuki que desean asegurar a Trouble una buena educación americana y reprende a Pinkerton por su falta de corazón. Pinkerton se despide con angustia del lugar que tanta felicidad le dio y se marcha incapaz de enfrentarse a su esposa japonesa. Entra Butterfly y, tras explicársele la situación, acepta entregar al niño si Pinkerton regresa en treinta minutos. Se despide por última vez de su hijo y toma la daga con la que su propio padre se hizo el hara-kiri. Se apuñala justo cuando Pinkerton regresa por su hijo.
DATES & TICKETS
Fri, July 3, 2026
8:30 pm
Enhancements:
Tour
Transportation
Dining
Wed, July 8, 2026
8:30 pm
Enhancements:
Transportation
Dining
Talk
Sat, July 11, 2026
8:30 pm
Enhancements:
Tour
Transportation
Dining
Talk
Fri, July 17, 2026
8:30 pm
Fri, July 24, 2026
8:30 pm
Mon, August 3, 2026
8:00 pm
Sat, August 8, 2026
8:00 pm
Mon, August 10, 2026
8:00 pm
Sat, August 15, 2026
8:00 pm
Thu, August 20, 2026
8:00 pm
Wed, August 26, 2026
8:00 pm
Sat, August 29, 2026
Murder Mystery Train: Bambini & Binky's Traveling Circus
Come Aboard for the Best Immersive Murder Mystery Train Ride in Santa Fe, NM! Step right up to Bambini and Binky’s Traveling Circus.
The Exodus Ensemble is back on Sky Railway with a one-of-a-kind rolling spectacle that will take guests on a journey where cotton candy dreams turn into circus nightmares, and everyone’s hiding something behind their painted smile.
The Murder Mystery train departs and returns to the Santa Fe Depot. Each ticket includes a seat in our enclosed train car, a complimentary champagne welcome as the adventure begins, and live entertainment! Additional snacks and drinks can be purchased.
Murder Mystery Train - Bambini and Binky's Traveling Circus
Mar 28 - Oct 24 · 14 Times
Saturdays
April 11
May 9, 17
June 20
July 4, 18
August 1, 15, 29
September 12, 26
October 10, 24
4th of July in the City Different
Santa Fe’s Fourth of July Celebration and Drone Show
Franklin E. Miles Park on Saturday July 4th 2026 from 4:00PM till 10:30 PM
Santa Fe’s biggest Independence Day celebration yet is coming to our new home at Franklin E. Miles Park and this year we are marking the 250th Birthday of the United States in spectacular fashion.
For the first time ever, the night over Santa Fe will light up a Sky Elements drone show- 400 drones from the largest fleet in the U.S.A.. followed by a full professional fireworks display by licensed pyrotechnicians. Live music, food trucks, family activities with a wide open grassy viewing field and you now have the perfect recipe for fun on the 4th in the City Different.
PRESENTED BY THE KIWANIS CLUB OF SANTA FE
Free Parking across multiple lots, plus free shuttle from Santa Fe High School, Milagro Middle School and Midtown Campus
(from 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
Plan to Arrive EARLY
LIVE MUSIC and Pre-Show begin at 8:00PM
Drone Show begins at 9:30 PM
Fireworks go up at 9:45PM
Big Crowds, Big Booms, plan ahead for pets and little ones!
Bring Your Blankets, lawn chairs, family and your friends and let’s celebrate 250 years of the UNITED STATES WITHOUT A KING!
MORE DETAILS: burnzozobra.com/july4
Second Chances at SkyFire
Join us at SkyFire as Second Chances brings their signature country music to the stage.
Known across Santa Fe for their energetic mix of beloved classics and modern favorites—rooted in old‑school country and southern rock—the band delivers upbeat, feel‑good tunes that resonate with longtime fans and new listeners alike.
Whether you’re enjoying a cocktail on the Terrace or dining in the main dining room, their engaging live music sets the tone beneath the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
Explore the full schedule of live music at SkyFire: https://auberge.com/.../skyfire-entertainment-programming/
DATES:
MAY 23rd and then not until July 4th, 17th & 24th
The Magic Flute
Imagine a magic flute that can tame the wildest of beasts. Can Prince Tamino and Papageno use it to save the princess Pamina? They embark on a fantastical quest – and along the way, they encounter enchanting characters and face daring trials.
Directed by Christopher Luscombe in his company debut, this spectacular entertainment for all ages will feature the sumptuous look of Victorian pantomime with dazzling stage effects by Chris Fisher who created the illusions for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway. The cast includes Josh Lovell as Tamino, Joélle Harvey as Pamina, Rainelle Krause as the Queen of the Night and Alexander Köpeczi as Sarastro, all company debuts.
Imagina una flauta mágica capaz de amansar a las fieras más salvajes. ¿Podrán el príncipe Tamino y Papageno utilizarla para salvar a la princesa Pamina? Ambos emprenden una fantástica aventura, encontrando en el camino personajes cautivadores y afrontando pruebas audaces.
Christopher Luscombe debuta con la compañía dirigiendo este deslumbrante espectáculo para todos los públicos: una producción que despliega la fastuosidad de una pantomima victoriana y cuenta con los impresionantes efectos escénicos de Chris Fisher, creador de las ilusiones de Harry Potter y el legado maldito en Broadway. El elenco reúne a Josh Lovell como Tamino, Joélle Harvey como Pamina, Rainelle Krause como la Reina de la Noche y Alexander Köpeczi como Sarastro, todos ellos en su debut con la compañía.
Music By
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Libretto by
Emanuel Schikaneder
Translation by
Jeremy Sams
Performed in
English
Instant Translation Screen
English and Spanish
A Co-production with
Garsington Opera
Production support generously provided by
The Avenir Production Fund
The Tobin Endowment
The Robert & Ellen Vladem Perpetual Fund for Opera Production
Additional artistic support provided by
Gene & Jean Stark
THE ENGAGEMENT OF CHRISTOPHER LUSCOMBE IS SUPPORTED BY
Gina Browning & Joe Illick
THE ENGAGEMENT OF SIMON HIGLETT IS SUPPORTED BY
The Carl & Marilynn Thoma Foundation
The performances of Joélle Harvey are supported by
The Marcella Fund
The performances of Will Liverman are supported by
Marianne S. Kah
Run Time
Approximately 3 hours 26 minutes; includes a 25-minute intermission
Synopsis
Act I
Act II
The Three Ladies kill a huge serpent that was chasing Tamino, then go to inform the Queen of the Night of his arrival. Papageno introduces himself, boasting to Tamino that he was the one who slew the beast. The Ladies return to give Tamino a portrait of Pamina, claiming she has been enslaved by Sarastro, and they temporarily padlock Papageno’s mouth for lying. Tamino is charmed by the image of Pamina. The Queen appears, lamenting the loss of her daughter, and charges Tamino and Papageno with Pamina’s rescue. The Ladies give Tamino a magic flute and Papageno magic bells to ensure their safety. Monostatos tries to capture Pamina but is frightened away by Papageno, who tells Pamina that Tamino loves her and intends to save her. Tamino arrives at a temple and is told that it is the Queen, not Sarastro, who is evil. He plays his flute, hoping to make Pamina appear. She and Papageno are nearby and, thanks to Papageno’s magic bells, are able once again to escape from Monostatos. Sarastro promises Pamina eventual freedom. She sees Tamino and they fall in love.
Las Tres Damas matan a una enorme serpiente que perseguía a Tamino y van a informar a la Reina de la Noche de la llegada de éste. Papageno se presenta y presume ante Tamino de haber sido él quien dio muerte al monstruo. Las Damas regresan para entregar a Tamino un retrato de Pamina y para comunicarle que ha sido esclavizada por Sarastro, y castigan temporalmente a Papageno cerrándole la boca con un candado por mentir. Tamino se queda prendado de la imagen de Pamina. Aparece la Reina, que lamenta la pérdida de su hija y encarga a Tamino y Papageno que la rescaten. Las Damas entregan a Tamino una flauta mágica y a Papageno unas campanillas mágicas para protegerlos. Monostatos intenta capturar a Pamina pero Papageno lo ahuyenta; éste le dice a Pamina que Tamino la ama y que pretende salvarla. Tamino llega a un templo, donde le dicen que la malvada es en realidad la Reina, no Sarastro, y toca su flauta con la esperanza de hacer aparecer a Pamina. Papageno y Pamina están ya cerca y gracias a las campanillas mágicas de Papageno logran escapar una vez más de Monostatos. Sarastro promete a Pamina que, con el tiempo, recuperará su libertad. Ella ve a Tamino y ambos se enamoran.
ACT II
Tamino and Papageno begin the first of three initiation trials to join Sarastro’s temple of brotherhood. Sworn to silence, Tamino resists the temptations of the Three Ladies, but Papageno quickly succumbs. Monostatos again approaches the sleeping Pamina but is warded off by the Queen of the Night, who gives her daughter a dagger with which to murder Sarastro. Monostatos renews his quest when the Queen vanishes, but Pamina is rescued by Sarastro, who consoles her. Papageno catches a glimpse of Papagena, but is warned that he must succeed in the trials if he is to have her for a wife. Pamina is despondent over Tamino’s silence, but is saved from suicide by the Three Boys. She is reunited with Tamino and they undergo the trials by water and fire, emerging triumphant thanks to the magic flute. Papageno also is saved from attempted suicide by the Boys, who remind him to use his magic bells to summon Papagena. The pair plans for a fertile future. The Queen of the Night, her Three Ladies, and Monostatos attack Sarastro’s brotherhood, but are defeated and the victors celebrate the triumph of enlightenment over the powers of darkness.
Tamino y Papageno comienzan la primera de tres pruebas de iniciación para ingresar en el templo de la hermandad de Sarastro. Tras haber jurado silencio, Tamino resiste las tentaciones de las Tres Damas pero Papageno sucumbe rápidamente. Monostatos vuelve a acercarse a Pamina, que está dormida, pero la Reina de la Noche lo ahuyenta y entrega a su hija el puñal con el que debe asesinar a Sarastro. Cuando la Reina desaparece, Monostatos reanuda su intento pero Sarastro rescata a Pamina y la consuela. Papageno vislumbra a Papagena pero le advierten que solo podrá tenerla como esposa si supera las pruebas. Pamina, desesperada por el silencio de Tamino, intenta suicidarse pero los Tres Muchachos la salvan. Se reúne con Tamino y ambos afrontan las pruebas del agua y del fuego, saliendo victoriosos gracias a la flauta mágica que le dieron las Tres Damas. Papageno también es salvado de un intento de suicidio por los Muchachos, que le recuerdan usar sus campanillas para llamar a Papagena. La pareja planea un futuro prometedor. La Reina de la Noche, sus Tres Damas y Monostatos deciden atacar la hermandad de Sarastro pero son derrotados. Los vencedores celebran el triunfo de la luz sobre las fuerzas de la oscuridad.
DATES & TICKETS
Sat, July 4, 2026
8:30 pm
Fri, July 10, 2026
8:30 pm
Wed, July 15, 2026
8:30 pm
Tue, August 4, 2026
8:00 pm
Thu, August 13, 2026
8:00 pm
Sat, August 22, 2026
8:00 pm
Tue, August 25, 2026
8:00 pm
Fri, August 28, 2026
High Desert Half Marathon Training Group
The High Desert Half Marathon Training Group returns for its second season in 2026.
It is a distance running project in the Santa Fe and Rio Rancho, New Mexico area; a collaboration between the personal coaching service Gaynor Train and the local Santa Fe running specialty retailer The Running Hub.
The group trains from July 6th through October 18th, targeting the Santa Fe International Half Marathon, the Big Tesuque Trail Run in Santa Fe, and the Duke City Marathon in Albuquerque. It is for runners of all different levels and abilities, from first-time half marathoners to seasoned runners.
Workouts will be structured and staffed for half marathon training, but an alternate plan will be available for full marathon training, including longer long runs. The plan will also be effective training for shorter distance races, with plenty of speed-work incorporated.
The High Desert Half Marathon Training Group is New Mexico's premier half marathon training program, as well as the highest elevated. Let us help you "elevate every step!"
Perks: Expert coaching, twice weekly practices, weekly informational emails complete with technical, motivational, and inspirational articles on all different running-related subjects, in-store discounts at the Running Hub including 20% off any one pair of shoes and 10% off ALL purchases, and an ASICS High Desert Half Marathon Training Shirt!
And perhaps the biggest perk of all... Come train with Bill Rodgers; the greatest American marathoner EVER!!
Price: $170 ($145 for current Santa Fe Striders members) $5 early bird discount off both rates for sign-up by May 15th.
ALL NEW FOR 2026!! SEPARATE PRACTICES AND COACHING STAFF SERVING BOTH THE SANTA FE AND RIO RANCHO AREAS!
Santa Fe Practices:
Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m; every-other week at The Running Hub or Saint Michael's High School Track
Saturday Mornings at 7:30 am at various parks and trailheads around Santa Fe.
Los Texmanicas with Felix y Los Gatos
Los Texmaniacs
w/ Felix Y Los Gatos
July 6, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by CHRISTUS St. Vincent
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LOS TEXMANIACS
Max Baca and Los Texmaniacs bring a vibrant, genre-blending energy to conjunto music, fusing traditional Tex-Mex roots with rock, blues, and R&B influences. Anchored by Baca’s masterful bajo sexto and Josh Baca’s dynamic accordion playing, they connect generations while showcasing conjunto as a living, evolving cornerstone of American roots music.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
BAILE NUEVO MEXICANO
Baile Nuevomexicano
w/ Lone Piñon, Tíos Míos, and Lucy Salazar
July 7, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union
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BAILE NUEVOMEXICANO WITH LONE PIÑON, TÍOS MÍOS, AND LUCY SALAZAR
¡A Bailar! Join us for a traditional Northern New Mexico dance party with Lone Piñon, Tíos Míos, and dances led by Lucy Salazar.
Lone Piñon is a New Mexican string band, or “orquesta típica”, whose music celebrates the integrity and diversity of their region's cultural roots. With fiddles, upright bass, guitars, accordions, vihuela, and bilingual vocals, they play a wide spectrum of the traditional music that is at home in New Mexico.
Tíos Míos (Kateri Lopez and Rosie Hutchinson) perform Sones del Rio and Southwest fiddle tunes. Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, they learned this traditional music from their musical and familial tíos.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
Wavves
Wavves recently made a long-awaited return with their first new music since 2021, the launch of their cannabis brand Wavvy Supply Co., and a Los Angeles wildfire benefit show at Zebulon.
The band followed that momentum with the release of their new album Spun, marking the start of a new chapter for Nathan Williams and longtime bandmates Stephen Pope, Ross Traver, and Alex Gates.
Now Wavves are expanding the Spun era with a deluxe edition of the album featuring two B-sides and the Live Wavvy Sessions—five songs recorded live in the studio capturing the band’s raw, unfiltered energy.
The sessions include performances of “King of the Beach,” “Nine Is God,” “Green Eyes,” “Goner,” and “So Long,” bridging fan-favorite classics with songs from Spun.
The album’s single “Goner,” produced by Travis Barker, arrived alongside a Brandon Dermer-directed music video filmed during the band’s Zebulon charity show. Dermer previously directed Wavves’ 2013 video for “That’s On Me” and has worked with artists including Blink-182. Speaking about how the track came together, Williams says:
“I had this song I had been sitting on, always revisited it and tried to record it a bunch of times but it was never just right. Eventually it was giving me PTSD. I was talking to Travis about doing some songs together and when I opened up the vault to him, this one jumped out so we laid it down and finally we got it right.”
Like Nathan Williams’ earliest music, Spun first took shape in a small shed behind his parents’ house known as the Hideaway—the same space where he recorded some of his earliest material. Since the beginning, Williams has been known for writing songs that push back against the world while still evoking pathos, sympathy, and the uneasy realization that sometimes we’re our own worst enemies—and that can be okay.
Over a decade earlier, Williams released King of the Beach, the album that delivered on the promise of his first two homespun records, Wavves and Wavvves. It catapulted the band to worldwide acclaim as one of indie rock’s most exciting new acts. In the years that followed, Wavves entered the major-label system with Warner Records, releasing Afraid of Heights and V, before eventually stepping away in search of greater creative freedom.
In 2017, Williams self-released You’re Welcome on his own label, Ghost Ramp, before returning to Fat Possum for 2021’s Hideaway. Wavves have since returned to Ghost Ramp for the release of Spun and its newly released deluxe edition.
With Spun and its deluxe edition, Wavves reaffirm their place as one of the most enduring bands to emerge from the late-2000s indie rock explosion. Known for their raucous live shows and sun-bleached punk songs, the band continues to evolve while staying true to the spirit that made them cult heroes in the first place.
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TICKETS
$28 + fees
DAY OF SHOW: $33 + fees
MEMBER PRE-SALE: Tues, Mar 24, 9 am. Want pre-sale access? Become a Lensic member!
SPOTIFY PRE-SALE: Wed, Mar 25, 9 am
PUBLIC SALE: Fri, Mar 27, 10 am
For online ticketing sales & support, contact Meow Wolf: 1-866-636-9969 or online here.
VENUE: MEOW WOLF
SEATING: Standing room only
ADA: Please email help@meowwolf.com in advance for ADA accommdations.
PARKING: Yes, at the venue
ALCOHOL: Yes
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK: No
PROHIBITED ITEMS: Meow Wolf recommends leaving the following items in your car or securing them in a locker. Please review their Prohibited Items list for further questions.
-Backpacks & oversized bags
-Laptops or Tablets
-Oversized coats
-Umbrellas
-Luggage
-Strollers
-Skateboards
-Professional recording equipment
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
22nd Annual International Folk Art Market
The International Folk Ark Market is Timeless Celebration Of A Global Folk Art Experience Unlike Any Other In The Heart Of Santa Fe!
TICKETS ON SALE FEBRUARY 1, 2026
Shop, connect, and celebrate with 148 master folk artists from 53 countries as they bring their cultures, techniques, and artistry to Santa Fe.
Authentic, handmade art from around the world
Support global artisans & sustainable livelihoods.
Children 16 & Under get FREE admission everyday (Youth ticket required)
Wednesday, July, 2026
· Community Celebration (FREE)
Santa Fe Railyard | 6 PM–9 PM
Thursday, July 9, 2026
· Opening Night Celebration | 6 PM–9 PM | Exclusive Early Access
By invitation only for IFAM Region + Supporters - Join our community of changemakers. To learn more and secure your invitation, visit folkartmarket.org/donate
Friday, July 10, 2026
· Early Bird Market | 8 AM–10 AM |
Beat the crowds & enjoy all-day Friday access!
· Friday Market | 10 AM–6 PM |
Timed entry tickets are required (includes re-entry).
Saturday, July 11, 2026
· Saturday Market | 10 AM–5 PM |
Timed entry tickets are required.
· Saturday Night Market | 6 PM–9 PM |
Experience the market under the stars!
Sunday, July 12, 2026
· Community Day – Sponsored by New Mexico Tourism Department | 10 AM–5 PM | FREE
Don’t Miss Out!
Join us for an unforgettable cultural experience!
𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁.𝗼𝗿𝗴/𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀
Moby Dick
Moby Dick
w/ Big Suitcase
July 9, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by El Rey Court & Hotel Glorieta
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MOBY DICK
Moby Dick has a simple goal: to do justice to some of the most influential, challenging, and generally kick ass songs in the history of hard rock... In short, to pay tribute to the legacy of the World's Greatest Rock Band, Led Zeppelin.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
Cabaret
Cabaret is a musical set in the final days of the Weimar Republic in 1930s Berlin, focusing on the decadent nightlife of the Kit Kat Klub as the Nazi Party rises to power. An American writer, Cliff Bradshaw, and British singer Sally Bowles fall in love amid this growing political turmoil, while Fräulein Schneider and Herr Schultz navigate their own romance and increasing threats to their Jewish heritage.
The story serves as a cautionary tale about rising fascism, the dangers of political apathy, and how people choose to ignore the looming threat of a war.
TICKETS HERE
Book by Joe Masteroff
Music and Lyrics by John Kander and Fred Ebb
Directed by Anna Hogan
RUNTIME: 2 hours 30 minutes
INTERMISSION: One 15 minute Intermission
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Fridays at 7:30PM
Saturdays at 2:00PM and 7:30PM
Sundays at 1:00PM and 6:30PM
SPECIAL PERFORMANCES
Thursday, July 3rd – 7:30 pm: Opening Night Performance
Second Thursday Social Bike Ride
The Second Thursday of every month we bike through the city to a different brewery!
February - Ride host: Carrie Tremblatt
March - Ride host: Jordan Buxton
Thank you Rob & Charlie's for supporting our ride year-round with socks for our raffle!
All riders will get a raffle ticket for a gift card or swag!
Rain or shine, meet at 7 PM, ride out around 7:20
Ride distance: 5-8 miles (social pace)
Cars & Coffee
Every single first Saturday of the month CarsandCoffeeSantaFe.com hosts cars and coffee in the PERA building parking lot. Kakawa Chocolate house is adjacent has fresh coffee and sweets.
All makes and builds welcome. Absolutely no revving or misbehaving of any type will be tolerated. You will be asked to leave and banned from all future events.
This is a family friendly event and safety comes first. Upon entering and exiting the meet, respect the laws of the road and our car community.
Powertool Racing at MAKE Santa Fe
Supersized, turbocharged, and turned up to eleven! Power Tool Racing returns to Make Santa Fe for another year of outrageous competition, absurd engineering, and summer-fueled chaos.
Elida Almeida plays Night Market for International Folk Art Market
Night Market is one of the most exciting ways to experience the International Folk Art Market—a vibrant evening of global music, food, shopping, and community inspired by open-air bazaars around the world.
Born on the island of Santiago in Cape Verde, Elida Almeida brings powerful vocals, heartfelt songwriting, and a deep connection to her roots. Her music blends stories of love, resilience, and social awareness into an unforgettable live performance.
Summer Jam Burro Alley
Saturday July 30th. You all asked….So me and my team are bringing you Santa Fe’s first strictly over 30 party.. Summer Jam Session. Info Below
Limited amount of tickets available
Limited capacity venue.
Small amount of early bird tickets available now for
$15
https://tickets.holdmyticket.com/tickets/464006?tc=qr
Max Gomez
Max Gomez
July 11, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union
MAX GOMEZ
Singer-songwriter Max Gomez, hailing from Taos, crafts a distinctive blend of country blues and Western folk shaped by the rich musical traditions of the Southwest. Influenced by seasoned troubadours, his sound feels both cosmic and rooted, pairing thoughtful storytelling with a laid-back, evocative style.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
VENUE: REUNITY RESOURCES FARM
SEATING: Limited seating provided, please bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Farm stand and food truck onsite. This is an alcohol-free event.
Family Day at O'Keeffe Museum
Join the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum on the Second Sunday of every month for Family Day! On Family Day, admission is free for participants and for New Mexico residents. Family Day is a free event offered in partnership with the Santa Fe Children's Museum and the Santa Fe Public Library visitors of all ages together through hands-on artmaking, storytelling, and creative activities.Learn more → gokm.org/events/?_event_type=family-day
SUNDAY JUNE 14,
SUNDAY JULY 12
SUNDAY AUGUST 9
Lowrider Day on the Plaza
Official Lowrider Day On The Plaza 2026 flyer! July 12th 2026 downtown Santa Fe plaza and Lincoln Ave from 12pm to 4pm. Live Performance by: Gonzalo DJ OPTAMYSTIK in the mix. Registration drops May 1st! Looking for a few more sponsors.
Surrender Hill at Tumbleroot
Come join us for an evening of stories and songs with Singer-Songwriters, Surrender Hill!
Justin Alan Payne
Based in East Nashville, Justin Alan Payne has been turning heads around the United States for over 10 years on and off the road, solo, or with his projects Justin Payne & Co. and Rough Lovers. On the crest of his first proper Nashville solo LP, Justin is a singular songwriter with incredible range and depth. An all around good hang that is making big indie waves all on his own with great songs.
https://justinpayneandco.bandcamp.com/
https://bnds.us/315k2j
Fantastic Cat
Fantastic Cat
w/ Big Violet
July 14, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by La Fonda on the Plaza
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FANTASTIC CAT
Fantastic Cat is a powerhouse Americana collective made up of four acclaimed singer-songwriters. Blending folk-rock, country, and classic rock influences, their music is driven by rich harmonies, shared vocals, and a playful, collaborative spirit. The result is a vibrant, larger-than-life sound that’s equal parts heartfelt storytelling and swagger.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
Dylan LeBlanc
Dylan LeBlanc
July 15, 2026 • 7:30 pm
DOORS 6:30pm • 21+ without parent or guardian
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DYLAN LEBLANC
Dylan LeBlanc is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who often finds himself flirting with the edge — or “dancing on a razor,” as he calls it — as it is all he has ever known. A verdict vagabond since he was a little boy tossed between Texas, Louisiana and Alabama, LeBlanc thrives on the precipice, never staying in one place for too long. It is that nomadic spirit that drew him not only to a life as a touring musician, but also to the beast that titles his newest record: ‘Coyote.’
LeBlanc says he has always related to the insatiable, scavenging nature of the wily coyote. Much like the animal, LeBlanc is a wanderer who knows when to trust his instincts, musically and otherwise. It is a spiritual kinship that runs deep, but he credits one particularly hair-raising face-to-face instance with solidifying his bond with the animal.
LeBlanc was in Austin, Texas, climbing the face of a 100-foot cliff, gambling with Mother Nature’s good graces as he pulled himself up by tree branches. Once he reached the top, all that laid ahead of him was a lush treeline. There was a breath of stillness, then the sound of a thunderous rustling that drew closer and closer to him. In a blink, LeBlanc watched as a frenzied raccoon came speeding out of the treeline, trailed by an animal that stopped and stared at him with striking intensity: a coyote.
“We’re looking at each other dead in the eyes…and I’m saying — out loud — ‘If it’s you or me, I am going to kick you off the side of this cliff. I’m not going down.’ It was intense, this human-animal moment,” LeBlanc recalls. “I’ve never forgotten that… he was just trying to survive and so was I.”
‘Coyote’ is LeBlanc’s first self-produced release, boasting a cherry-picked lineup of what he calls “killer session players,” such as drummer Fred Eltringham (Ringo Starr, Sheryl Crow), pianist Jim “Moose” Brown (Bob Seger), and bass player Seth Kaufman (Lana Del Rey). Though ‘Coyote’ covers familiar ground for LeBlanc of living on the edge of danger and its many consequences, the record is both autobiographical and a concept album built around the character of Coyote, a man on the run.
The story of ‘Coyote’ progresses linearly, opening with the dizzyingly declarative, strings-heavy title track which details Coyote’s arrival and quick departure as he crosses the border and gets involved with drug cartels. The trouble builds and dark waters rise until track six, “No Promises Broken,” a soaring, against-all-odds love song that marks when Coyote meets a girl, and his luck begins to change for the better. The song tells of how love heals, and places emphasis on lovers remaining open while maintaining their own freedoms, as LeBlanc believes that true devotion does not equal possession. He says that though both Coyote and his love each faced adversity, the hand of destiny put them on the same path and bound them together before they ever met: “‘No Promises Broken’ is an honest love song about two people who come from the same troubled past, and fate intertwines them together. It’s about acknowledging that there will be hard times ahead, but vowing to stick it out without making promises to each other that they know they can’t keep.”
“Wicked Kind” delves into Coyote’s addiction and warns of ever-present temptation looming on the horizon, and the restraint it takes for him to look away. The LP closes with “The Outside,” the title of which LeBlanc says is meant to be literal, as Coyote is outside of prison walls at last. With boundless slide guitar and skittish keys, it paints a haunting, desert highway vignette of Coyote fighting off lingering ghosts that breed a hesitance so potent that Coyote has to adjust his perspective and remind himself that he is free — the fight is over.
LeBlanc has seen shades of a life not unlike the character of Coyote. He, too, strayed from the straight and narrow and sparred with managing anger in his adolescence. Just as the brutal truth of “Hate” describes that the most gnarled parts of Coyote were molded by his harrowing experiences, it is something LeBlanc feels is universal, as hate does not discriminate.
“I went to school with people from all walks of life. We were different, but we thought, ‘We’re all poor,’ so we’re all in the same boat. We all grew up in chaos. It was the ‘90s in Louisiana on the border of Texas… that air was thick, man. Sink or swim type of mentality.”
LeBlanc is the first to warmly acknowledge his rough edges and tendency to chest-up to conflict, both the result of the volatility and instability of his youth. Now, no longer a boy who always had to be on alert and ready to defend himself, LeBlanc recognizes that his roots do not define or limit the man he is today. The cover art of a coyote wounded by arrows reflects just that, symbolizing LeBlanc’s resilience through what he has experienced: “The coyote is still upright, even though he’s full of arrows, even though he has been shot at and wounded many times. He still keeps going in defiance of everything that has been thrown at him. You can’t get an arrow out completely. You can break one side of it off, but the arrow is still there… there’s still a scar. It becomes a part of you… of your identity.”
Considering the distinct wisdom and lifetimes in his voice, it is no surprise that LeBlanc has known hardships, but he is a shining example of what beauty comes from perseverance. LeBlanc’s tenacity has paid off in spades, leading him to a record deal with ATO Records, releasing the critically acclaimed ‘Renegade’ in 2019, and now ‘Coyote,’ which LeBlanc says is “the record he has always wanted to make.”
Now in his thirties with a fiancé and a daughter he adores, LeBlanc is the closest he has ever been to the man he has always strived to be. With endearing candor, he confesses he is still learning to be less hot-headed and more gentle; but he doesn’t think about dying every day, like he used to. LeBlanc credits fatherhood for the perspective he has now on what matters, and his key concern is remaining devoted to those he loves most. Though far removed from a perilous life like Coyote’s, LeBlanc admits he still feels as if he is dancing on a razor’s edge all the same. The goodness he is surrounded by only gives him more to lose, with each glimmer carrying an asterisk of fear. One misstep and he worries that it all could vanish, but the lionhearted LeBlanc seems to forget he once unnerved even a wild coyote with his eyes alone.
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TICKETS
$20 + fees
DAY OF SHOW: $25 + fees
PUBLIC SALE: Fri, May 15, 10 am
For online ticketing sales & support, contact support@holdmyticket.com or call 1-877-466-3404.
For in-person sales, visit the Lensic box office.
VENUE: TUMBLEROOT BREWERY & DISTILLERY
SEATING: Limited
ADA: Yes, please notify a Tumbleroot representative upon arrival
PARKING: Yes
ALCOHOL: Yes
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK: No
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
Arts Alive: Poetry at the Museum
Join poets Nora Naranjo Morse and Luci Tapahonso at the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Courtyard for an evening of poetry!Spend the evening with two poets who will share a selection from their work and invite you into their creative process, inspirations, and lived experiences. As a special keepsake, audience members will receive a printed poem.Free! Learn more and register → https://www.okeeffemuseum.org/.../arts-alive-poetry-at.../
Eileen Ivers & The Brigideens
Eileen Ivers & The Brigideens
w/ Sean Chai
July 16, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Five & Dime and Häagen-Dazs
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EILEEN IVERS & THE BRIGIDEENS
The Brigideens are a fiery, all-star acoustic ensemble led by Grammy-winning, Emmy-nominated fiddle legend Eileen Ivers. Blending Celtic roots with Americana soul, this powerhouse group delivers soaring vocals and top-tier talent on fiddle, banjo, bodhrán, guitar, and more.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
DJ Buck Mild's Line Dancing
DJ Buck Mild returns to his most beloved Santa Fe stopover to getThe City Different sweepin' the floor to a mix of line dance classics (Boot Scootin' Boogie, Slapping Leather, Watermelon Crawl) for beginners & intermediates, along with an introductory to country-western two-stepping, all intermingling a hefty sum of everything from 60s outlaw to 90s favorites to soundtrack the night.
Andrew Duhon Trio
Andrew Duhon
Friday, July 17, 2026 • 7 pm
Bar & restaurant opens at 4pm; tickets required after 6pm
21+ with valid ID (under 21 admitted only if accompanied by parent or adult legal guardian)
Tickets: $20 ADV in person | $26.11 ADV online | $25 Day of show
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ANDREW DUHON
Born, raised, shaped, and inspired by his hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana, AndrewDuhon tours performing songs that are as much about recognizing our shared stories asthey are about telling his own. Rounding out the touring trioare two of his most trustedcollaborators—Myles Weeks (James Hunter Six, Eric Lindell) on bass and Jim Kolacek (Feufollett) on drums. Blending the gritty, bluesy, folksy, country sounds of his home withthe experience of traversing the country and immersing himself in the broadarray ofcultures across the American landscape, Andrew’s music creates real connection betweenformer strangers through song. As he puts it, “When a song written by a stranger heals you,even in the smallest way, that's a connection beyond entertainment.”
Andrew has shared stages with Guster, Blind Pilot, and Amos Lee, among others, and hasperformed at major festivals across the US including New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival,Milwaukee Summerfest, Bonnaroo, and Americanafest. His music has been featured inRolling Stone Magazine, Jam In The Van, Meat Church, as well as in Glide Magazine, NoDepression, and American Songwriter.
505 NIGHT MARKET
Santa Fe's newest Night Market is coming to KTSF!
505 Night Market is a space to gather, discover, and savor- New Mexico style.
As the sun sets, indulge in the smells of sizzling food stalls, dance to the sounds of the amazing DJ Ride, and peruse the many small-batch goods & hand-crafted wares from talented local artists.
Join us for a memorable evening infused with the spirit of the high desert and a shared sense of connection under the evening sky.
El Brujo Trio
Some music entertains.
This music summons.
El Brujo Trio brings their haunting Nuevo Flamenco to Social Kitchen, two guitars and the pulse of cajón creating original compositions that move between fire, rhythm, and reflection.
Step into an evening where sound becomes atmosphere and every note tells a story.
Movies in the Park: Best In Show
Best in Show
Santa Fe Summer Scene Free Movie Series
July 18, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 6:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union
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BEST IN SHOW
We honor the incomparable Catherine O'Hara with Best In Show. At a prestigious dog show, a "documentary film crew" captures the excitement and tension of the eccentric participants in this outrageous satire.
Show off your best friend in the community dog show!
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VENUE: RAILYARD PARK PERFORMANCE LAWN
Bring the whole family to the Summer Scene Movie Series! With free popcorn generously provided by Nusenda Credit Union, it's a guaranteed good time!
The Railyard Park Performance Lawn is located at the intersection of Paseo De Peralta and Cerrillos Road.
-Come dressed as your favorite character from Wicked for our pre-show costume contest.
-Bike to the Railyard this summer. We encourage safe bicycling to the Railyard Series using the Acequia Trail and St. Francis Underpass.
-Reservations are free, but donations to support this series are welcome.
VENDORS:
To be announced, check back soon!
THINGS TO BRING:
Blankets & chairs
Picnics
Water bottles (no glass please)
Jackets/warm layers
THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME:
Umbrellas
Outside alcohol
Glass containers
Eugene Onegin
With unbridled passion, devastating heartbreak and unspoken regret, Tatyana’s love is rejected by Onegin, who, a little too late, realizes his mistake. Don’t miss this unforgettable journey through longing, desire and the haunting question: What if?
This striking production, directed by Alessandro Talevi with sets and costumes by Gary McCann, gives full expression to the 19th century Russian literary classic by Alexander Pushkin, which inspired Tchaikovsky’s opera. Conducted by Keri-Lynn Wilson in her company debut, the production also features the company debuts of Olga Kulchynska as Tatyana, Mattia Olivieri as Onegin and Lindsay Ammann as Larina, as well as American debuts by Azerbaijani mezzo-soprano Elmina Hasan in the role of Olga and Peruvian tenor Iván Ayón-Rivas as Lensky.
Con una pasión desbordada, tras un desengaño devastador y en medio de un arrepentimiento nunca expresado, el amor de Tatyana es rechazado por Onegin, quien comprende su error demasiado tarde. No se pierda este viaje inolvidable lleno de anhelos, deseos y la siempre inquietante pregunta: ¿y si…?
Esta impactante producción, dirigida por Alessandro Talevi y con escenografía y vestuario de Gary McCann, da plena expresión a este clásico de la literatura rusa del siglo XIX de Alexander Pushkin, fuente de inspiración de la ópera de Tchaikovsky. La dirección musical está a cargo de Keri-Lynn Wilson, quien debuta con la compañía. La producción incluye además con los debuts de Olga Kulchynska como Tatyana, Mattia Olivieri como Onegin y Lindsay Ammann como Larina, así como los debuts estadounidenses de la mezzosoprano azerbaiyana Elmina Hasan en el papel de Olga y del tenor peruano Iván Ayón-Rivas como Lensky.
Music By
Pyotr llyich Tchaikovsky
Libretto by
Pyotr llyich Tchaikovsky
Konstantin Shilovsky, after Alexander Pushkin
Sung in
Russian
Instant Translation Screen
English and Spanish
Production support generously provided by
Peter Bruce Frank & Leslie Rae Shaw
The John Crosby Production Fund
Run Time
Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes; includes two 25-minute intermissions
Synopsis
Act I
Autumn. The Larin estate in the Russian countryside. Madame Larina makes preserves and listens to her daughters Tatyana and Olga. As the girls sing of young love lost, Larina and the old nurse Filipyevna remember their own youth. A group of peasants carries in a decorated sheaf of grain, and they sing and dance for Larina. Olga, wishing to join their merriment, teases Tatyana for being bookish and misty. Then Larina enters and likewise asks Tatyana the reason for her pallor. Olga in turn teases both her mother and sister, for she sees the approach of her fiancé, the poet Vladimir Lensky. Tatyana, learning that his elegant friend Eugene Onegin is with him, tries to flee in embarrassment.
Lensky arrives with Onegin. Tatyana falls instantly for the handsome stranger, who derides Lensky in private for having chosen the less interesting sister. Lensky and Olga commiserate having spent a whole day apart.
At bedtime, Tatyana can’t sleep. She asks the nurse to tell her stories of the olden days — then confesses she’s fallen in love. She spends the night writing to Onegin; and in the morning she asks Filipyevna to have her letter delivered.
Onegin finds Tatyana in the garden. He’s read her letter and wishes to reciprocate her candor — for he cannot reciprocate her feeling. She is a treasure, but he’s simply not the marrying kind: and she’d do well to restrain her artless ardor, lest another take advantage of her. His sermon ended, he offers her his arm and leads her inside.
Otoño. Hacienda de la familia Larin en la campiña rusa. Madame Larina prepara conservas y escucha a sus hijas Tatyana y Olga. Mientras las jóvenes cantan sobre un amor juvenil perdido, Larina y la anciana nodriza Filipievna recuerdan su propia juventud. Un grupo de campesinos entra con una gavilla de grano adornada y canta y baila para Larina. Olga, deseosa de unirse a la fiesta, se burla de Tatyana por ser demasiado estudiosa y soñadora. Entra Larina y también pregunta a Tatyana el motivo de su palidez. Olga se burla a su vez de su madre y de su hermana, pues ve acercarse a su prometido, el poeta Vladimir Lensky. Tatyana, al saber que viene con él su elegante amigo Eugene Onegin, intenta huir por vergüenza.
Lensky llega con Onegin. Tatyana se enamora al instante del apuesto desconocido, quien en privado se burla de Lensky por haber elegido a la hermana menos interesante. Lensky y Olga se lamentan por su parte de haber pasado todo un día separados.
A la hora de acostarse, Tatyana no puede dormir. Pide a la nodriza que le cuente historias de antaño y luego le confiesa que se ha enamorado. Pasa la noche escribiendo a Onegin y por la mañana pide a Filipievna que le haga llegar la carta.
Onegin encuentra a Tatyana en el jardín. Ha leído su carta y desea corresponder a su franqueza, ya que no puede corresponder a sus sentimientos. Ella es realmente un tesoro pero él no está hecho para el matrimonio; por otra parte, también le aconseja que quizás le convendría moderar su ardor, algo ingenuo en su opinión, para que nadie termine aprovechándose de ella. Al finalizar su sermón, le ofrece el brazo y la conduce al interior de la casa.
ACT II
The Larin estate. Onegin, whom Lensky has persuaded to attend Tatyana’s name-day party, finds himself seated directly across from her. She is mortified. He is ennui-ed. after the toasts he decides to punish Lensky for subjecting him to such a tiresome gathering and sweeps Olga off to dance for the rest of the evening.
The jealous Lensky quarrels with Olga, then with Onegin. To everyone’s dismay, he demands satisfaction for his offense. The party dissolves.
At dawn the two friends meet as foes. While Lensky waits for Onegin, he sings of poetry and of Olga. Regretting the folly of their prideful challenge, they still proceed for honor’s sake. Lensky is killed.
Hacienda de los Larin. Onegin, a quien Lensky ha persuadido para asistir a la fiesta del santo de Tatyana, se encuentra sentado justo enfrente de ella. Ella está mortificada; él, aburrido. Tras los brindis, Onegin decide castigar a Lensky por haberlo sometido a una velada tan tediosa y se lleva a Olga a bailar el resto de la noche.
El celoso Lensky riñe con Olga y luego con Onegin. Para consternación de todos, exige una compensación por la afrenta. La fiesta se disuelve.
Al amanecer, los dos amigos se ven las caras, esta vez como enemigos. Mientras Lensky espera a Onegin canta a la poesía y sobre Olga. Aunque se arrepienten de la necedad de su desafío orgulloso, deben proceden por honor. Lensky muere.
ACT III
Saint Petersburg, several years later. Returned from long travels, ridden with guilt for the death of his friend, Onegin attends one of the parties he has always detested, this one at the home of Prince Gremin. He wonders aloud about the elegant young woman who seems to hold the room in sway, and Gremin proudly presents his adored wife — Tatyana Larina. She greets Onegin serenely.
This time it is Onegin who pours out his love in a letter to Tatyana. He calls on her and begs her to run away with him. And this time hers is the sermon. She loves him as she did that day in the garden; but she is resolved to remain in this house with her husband. She flees the room, leaving Onegin alone in despair.
San Petersburgo, varios años después. De regreso tras largos viajes y atormentado por la culpa de matar de su amigo, Onegin asiste a una de las fiestas que siempre ha detestado, esta vez en casa del príncipe Gremin. Se pregunta en voz alta quién es la elegante joven que parece dominar la sala y Gremin presenta con orgullo a su adorada esposa: Tatyana Larina. Ella saluda a Onegin de manera serena.
Esta vez es Onegin quien vuelca su amor en una carta a Tatyana. La visita y le suplica que huya con él. Esta vez el sermón viene de ella: lo sigue amando como aquel día en el jardín pero está decidida a permanecer en su casa junto a su marido. Huye de la habitación, dejando a Onegin solo y desesperado.
DATES & TICKETS
Sat, July 18, 2026
8:30 pm
Wed, July 22, 2026
8:30 pm
Fri, July 31, 2026
8:30 pm
Thu, August 6, 2026
8:00 pm
Wed, August 12, 2026
8:00 pm
Wed, August 19, 2026
Christina Gomez Y Los Cuates
Christina Gomez Y Los Cuates is more than just a band; they are an experience-A blend of passion, skill, and cultural harmony that leaves every audience wanting more.
With a repertoire that spans original compositions and beloved classics. The band captivates audiences with their innovative interpretations of rancheras, boleros, huapangos, salsa, cumbias, alongside timeless classic country hits.
Each performance is a lively journey through diverse musical genres, showcasing Christina's powerful vocals and the band's exceptional musicianship. Members include Caleb Garvin on Lead guitar, Jesse Lazcano on Keys, Wade Knight on Bass, and Ralph Marque on Drums.
AbbAquerque
ABBAquerque
w/ Coco Caliente
July 20, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Mountain Spirit Integrative Medicine
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ABBAQUERQUE
Get your dancing shoes on, ABBAquerque is back! They make a study of the music of ABBA—and then summon men after midnight, add barbershop harmonies to classic disco hits, and bring energy to the party! ABBAquerque centers joy, love, and glitter in their performances—inviting these qualities to arise in their audiences: crowds sing along, a Christmas party turns into a high school slow dance, phone flashlights sway with ballads, children free style dance, and everyone sings along!
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
LUMBRE DE SOL
Lumbre del Sol
w/ Sorela
July 21, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Santa Fe Goldworks
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LUMBRE DEL SOL
Lumbre Del Sol, an original Chicano Latin rock band from Santa Fe, was formed in 1973 by Chris Abeyta. Influenced by artists like Santana, El Chicano, and Stevie Wonder, the band crafted a unique sound rooted in their Santa Fe heritage. After Chris Abeyta’s passing in 2022, Chris’s sons Amado and Buddy have carried on Lumbre Del Sol’s mission, performing in tribute to their father and keeping the band’s spirit alive.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 5, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
Monks of the Drepung Loseling Monistary
Experience an evening of sacred chants, meditation, and healing ritual with the Monks of the Drepung Loseling Monastery.
Menla Choga Puja is a traditional Medicine Buddha ceremony devoted to compassion, peace, and healing for all beings.
Lazy Sue & Just Velvet
Lazy Sue
with Just Velvet
Thursday, July 23, 2026 • 7 pm
Bar & restaurant opens at 4pm; tickets required after 6 pm
21+ with valid ID (under 21 admitted only if accompanied by parent or adult legal guardian)
Tickets: $15 ADV in person | $18.32 ADV online | $18 Day of show
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A night of upbeat rock and pop music perfect for dancing and singing! Lazy Sue, from Austin, TX, returns home to New Mexico to share their latest, harmony heavy releases to get you on your feet and through your week. Along their side, Just Velvet covers a captivating blend of pop, soul, and RnB music with lead singer on saxophone accompanied by a skillful band to bring the perfect vibe for any night.
CRACKER plays the Railyard
Cracker
w/ The Hollis Wake
July 24, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 6:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by ExxonMobil
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CRACKER
Cracker has been described as a lot of things over the years: alt-rock, Americana, insurgent-country, and have even had the terms punk and classic-rock thrown at them. But more than anything Cracker are survivors. Co-founders David Lowery and Johnny Hickman have been at it for over a quarter of a century – amassing ten studio albums, and multiple gold records.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, ample parking is available in the underground garage just north of REI. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Are available inside Second Street Brewery, Violet Crown Cinema, As Above & So Below, and La Lecheria for your ice cream needs. Food vendors will also be on site.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 5, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
Jeff Crosby
Jeff Crosby
Friday, July 24, 2026 • 7:30 pm
Bar & restaurant opens at 4pm; tickets required after 6:30 pm
21+ with valid ID (under 21 admitted only if accompanied by parent or adult legal guardian)
Tickets: $10 ADV in person | $12.74 ADV online | $15 Day of show
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JEFF CROSBY
A new chapter is opening for acclaimed Americana troubadour Jeff Crosby. He's finding fresh inspiration in dividing his time between his native Idaho and Texas, cowriting with friends in both places, and from stories gathered in chance encounters while playing some two hundred shows a year across Europe and America.
"My goal right now is to really encompass the feeling of the mountains of Idaho and the Hill Country in Texas. That's the sound that we're trying to steep ourselves in."
Described by Saving Country Music as "an important character in the alt-country, Americana, and independent country realm," Crosby has been a perennial road dog since his 2010 debut album. Raised in a sleepy Idaho mountain town, he had spells in Los Angeles (where two of his songs on FX crime drama Sons of Anarchy first brought him global attention) and Nashville before a stint as guitarist for alt-country luminaries Reckless Kelly brought him to Austin, where the scene and sound have seeped into his solo work. His travels have embroidered his songwriting, rooted in the likes of Tom Petty and Jackson Browne, with influences including Todd Snider, Steve Earle, Rodney Crowell, and Robert Earl Keen.
Una Mas y La Cha Cha
The members and music of Una Mas y La ChaCha reflect the diversity of Santa Fe – the Indigenous, the descendants of Spanish and Mexican families and multigenerational Anglos residents; and cumbias, boleros, flamenco, 70’s Chicano funk and eclectic covers with the band’s unique spin that they call Northern New Mexico soul music.
With a rock-solid rhythm section featuring bassist Brian Shannon, percussionists Adrian Trate and David Gomez supporting the soaring leads of guitarist and band founder D’Santi Nava, and the soulful vocals of Trate and la Cha Cha Krystle Lucero, Una Mas can deliver an intimate performance in a cozy venue that draws in the listener to rocking out before a crowd of thousands at large public events.
An Una Mas show is a night of passion and heritage that has crowds clearing out a dance space for a set of songs by Selena, listening respectfully to a hymn for Quetzalcoatl, or gazing in rapt attention as Nava, “el Brujo,” furiously works the fretboard. To hear Una Mas y la Cha Cha is to be present in a moment that weaves threads of time, genres, and peoples.
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Rolinda
Queen Rodelinda navigates a dangerous political web to protect her throne and family while her love for her supposedly dead husband reignites in a dramatic clash of passion and ambition.
Royal alliances shift and transform in the shadowy “noir melodrama gangster” world of R.B. Schlather’s staging of this revered Handel opera. Music Director Harry Bicket leads this work, where characters spin power, lies and loyalties through exquisite music in a chiaroscuro world where agendas and identities are never entirely clear. The cast features exciting company debuts including Lucy Crowe as Rodelinda, Anthony Gregory as Grimoaldo and Hugh Cutting as Unulfo.
La reina Rodelinda se mueve en una peligrosa red política para proteger su trono y a su familia. Mientras, su amor por su esposo, a quien se creía muerto, se reaviva en un enfrentamiento dramático de pasión y ambición.
La puesta en escena de R. B. Schlather transforma esta venerada ópera de Händel en un sombrío “melodrama negro de gánsteres” donde las alianzas reales mutan y se transforman. El director musical Harry Bicket lidera esta obra en la que los personajes se ven inmersos en una red de poder, mentiras y lealtades a través de una música exquisita y en un mundo de claroscuros donde las agendas y las identidades nunca resultan del todo evidentes. El reparto incluye destacados debuts con la compañía, entre los que se encuentran Lucy Crowe como Rodelinda, Anthony Gregory como Grimoaldo y Hugh Cutting como Unulfo.
Music By
George Frideric Handel
Libretto by
Nicola Francesco Haym
Sung in
Italian
Instant Translation Screen
English and Spanish
The performances of Harry Bicket are supported by
Guy L. & Catherine D. Gronquist
The performances of Lucy Crowe are supported by
Phillip Muth & Julie Underriner
Run Time
Approximately 3 hours 20 minutes; includes a 25-minute intermission
Synopsis
At his death, the King of Lombardy left his domains in equal portions to his three children: Bertarido, Eduige, and Gundeberto. Also aspiring to these lands is Grimoaldo, Duke of Benevento, who is wooing Eduige. The avaricious Gundeberto has now been killed, and it is believed Bertarido also has died, leaving behind his wife, Rodelinda, as Queen of Milan.
A su muerte, el Rey de Lombardía dejó sus dominios repartidos en partes iguales entre sus tres hijos: Bertarido, Eduige y Gundeberto. También aspira a esas tierras Grimoaldo, duque de Benevento, que corteja a Eduige. El avaro Gundeberto ha sido asesinado y se cree que Bertarido también ha muerto, dejando a su esposa Rodelinda como reina de Milán.
Act I
In the royal palace, Rodelinda mourns for her husband with their son, Flavio. Grimoaldo has seized power, and she is now his prisoner. Grimoaldo offers the throne back to her if she will marry him. Despite her precarious situation, Rodelinda refuses him. Once pledged to Grimoaldo, the spurned Eduige vows vengeance on him.
Unbeknownst to anyone except his faithful aide Unulfo, Bertarido is alive and hiding nearby. Unseen, he watches Rodelinda weep as she and Flavio bring flowers to his memorial monument. Grimoaldo’s ruthless councilor, Garibaldo, arrives with another offer of marriage from Grimoaldo; if she refuses again, her son will be killed. When she finally accepts, the eavesdropping Bertarido is consumed with rage. Unulfo, his aide, restrains him from revealing himself.
En el palacio real Rodelinda llora la muerte de su marido junto a su hijo Flavio. Grimoaldo ha tomado el poder y ella es ahora su prisionera. Éste le ofrece devolverle el trono si acepta casarse con él. A pesar de su precaria situación, Rodelinda lo rechaza. Por su parte, Eduige, despechada tras haber estado prometida a Grimoaldo, jura vengarse de él.
Sin que nadie lo sepa salvo su fiel ayudante Unulfo, Bertarido está en realidad vivo y se esconde cerca de allí. Sin ser visto, observa a Rodelinda llorar mientras ella y Flavio llevan flores a su propio monumento conmemorativo. Garibaldo, el despiadado consejero de Grimoaldo, llega con una nueva propuesta de matrimonio de éste: si Rodelinda vuelve a rechazarlo, su hijo será asesinado. Cuando finalmente acepta, Bertarido, oculto, se consume de ira. Unulfo lo contiene para que no se revele.
ACT II
Rodelinda announces her terms for marriage: She will only wed Grimoaldo if he personally kills Flavio before her eyes. Grimoaldo recoils at this, just as Rodelinda suspected he would. Garibaldo urges the wavering Grimoaldo to kill the boy, but Grimoaldo refuses. Unulfo rushes to Bertarido to reassure him of his wife’s fidelity.
Bertarido’s sister, Eduige, discovers her brother’s hiding place and promises to help him win back his wife and son. Acting as intermediary, Unulfo tells Rodelinda that Bertarido is alive and brings them together. Grimoaldo comes upon the happily embracing couple and threatens to imprison Bertarido. Rodelinda and Bertarido sing anguished farewells to each other before he is led away.
Rodelinda anuncia sus condiciones para el matrimonio: sólo se casará con Grimoaldo si él mismo mata a su hijo Flavio ante sus ojos. Grimoaldo retrocede horrorizado, tal como Rodelinda había previsto. Garibaldo insta al vacilante Grimoaldo a matar al niño pero éste se niega. Unulfo corre a tranquilizar a Bertarido, asegurándole la fidelidad de su esposa.
Eduige, la hermana de Bertarido, descubre el escondite de su hermano y promete ayudarlo a recuperar a su esposa y a su hijo. Actuando como intermediario, Unulfo informa a Rodelinda de que Bertarido está vivo y los reúne. Grimoaldo sorprende a la pareja abrazada y amenaza con encarcelar a Bertarido. Rodelinda y Bertarido se despiden cantando con angustia antes de que él sea conducido al cautiverio.
ACT III
Eduige and Unulfo plot Bertarido’s escape from prison. Garibaldo urges Grimoaldo to execute Bertarido. When Unulfo breaks into Bertarido’s prison cell, Bertarido, thinking he is one of the guards, stabs him. Not seriously wounded, Unulfo leads Bertarido to the secret escape route Eduige has prepared. Finding their way to the empty cell, Rodelinda and Flavio discover Unulfo’s blood on the floor and fear the worst. Rodelinda is overcome with despair.
Meanwhile, Grimoaldo, tormented by his conscience, seeks sleep in the palace gardens. Garibaldi discovers him there and, eager to usurp the throne for himself, is about to kill him. Bertarido leaps from his hiding place and strikes down Garibaldo. Chastened, Grimoaldo now reveals his change of heart and relinquishes the throne of Milan to Bertarido and Rodelinda. And he makes amends to Eduige by offering to wed her. All express their joy and hail a brighter future.
Eduige y Unulfo traman la fuga de Bertarido de la prisión. Garibaldo insta a Grimoaldo a ejecutarlo. Cuando Unulfo irrumpe en la celda, Bertarido, creyendo que es uno de los guardias, lo apuñala, aunque no queda gravemente herido. Unulfo logra conducir a Bertarido a la ruta secreta de escape que Eduige ha preparado. Al llegar a la celda vacía, Rodelinda y Flavio descubren sangre de Unulfo en el suelo y temen lo peor. Rodelinda cae presa de la desesperación.
Mientras tanto, Grimoaldo, atormentado por su conciencia, intenta dormir en los jardines del palacio. Garibaldo lo encuentra allí y, ansioso por usurpar el trono para sí mismo, está a punto de matarlo. Bertarido salta de su escondite y da muerte a Garibaldo. Avergonzado, Grimoaldo revela su cambio de parecer, renunciando al trono de Milán en favor de Bertarido y Rodelinda y reconciliándose con Eduige ofreciéndole matrimonio. Todos expresan su alegría y celebran un futuro más prometedor.
DATES & TICKETS
Sat, July 25, 2026
8:30 pm
Wed, July 29, 2026
8:30 pm
Fri, August 7, 2026
8:00 pm
Tue, August 11, 2026
8:00 pm
Fri, August 21, 2026
Love & Happiness
We're back! LOVE & HAPPINESS
A Soul-Funk-House-Disco-R&B Dance Party
You already know what it is and if you dont, make a plan to come! One of Santa Fe's favorite dance parties is back, Dj's Raashan Ahmad and Ride and YOU! Make a plan, get a sitter, call your friends and join us for a good night of music, dance, and community.
Bring a friend Meet a friend and dance it out!
All are welcome.
Come as you are.
No Cover.
Yesssssss!
Joe West on the Santa Fe Plaza
Joe West's B-Day
w/ Stephanie Hatfield
July 28, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Barton's Bloom Boutique
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JOE WEST'S B-DAY
Local singer-songwriter Joe West plays a gig with his band (his "Friends") on the Plaza to celebrate Joe's last birthday before he turns really old. Yes, Joe turns 59, and this is very traumatic for him. Come cheer him on as he passes into almost being 60.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
Somewhere in the Rainbow
"Somewhere in the Rainbow" is an electrifying monthly 18+ queer night and dance party hosted at The Mystic Santa Fe.
Held on the last Thursday of every month from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, the event features a dance party, guest DJs, community joy, and a signature cocktail menu. [1, 2, 3, 4]
The event features a full dinner menu and mocktails at the Mystic's High Desert Cafe & Bar, and admission is completely free with no tickets or cover charge required
Santa Fe Salutes Yacht Rock
Santa Fe Salutes Yacht Rock
July 31, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 6:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Thornburg Investment Management
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SANTA FE SALUTES YACHT ROCK
For this year’s annual Santa Fe Salutes concert, we take a trip in the way-back machine to a time when rock rocked… with a catchy, smooth groove! Let’s go for a high-quality cruise in the desert as Santa Fe Salutes: Yacht Rock!
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, ample parking is available in the underground garage just north of REI. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Are available inside Second Street Brewery, Violet Crown Cinema, As Above & So Below, and La Lecheria for your ice cream needs. Food vendors will also be on site.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
Cumbrio - Summer Music Series
Santa Fe Cumbiero
W/ Frontera Bugalú, Radio Malilla, and Luz Skylarker
August 1, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Santa Fe Community College & Santa Fe Boys & Girls Club
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SANTA FE CUMBIERO: FRONTERA BUGALÚ, RADIO MALILLA, AND LUZ SKYLARKER
Ven a bailar, it's a cumbia dance party at SWAN Park! Frontera Bugalú epitomizes the homogeneity of sounds and very real experiences and struggles of daily life living along both sides of the worlds largest binational borderplex of the Texas/Mexico border. They’re influenced by the “rebajada” “Sonidero” and “sonora” cumbia styles that spread across Mexico in mercados and street parties, and the conjunto and “Tex-Mex” styling of Fito Olivares and Selena.
Frontera Bugalú is joined by cumbia ensemble Radio Malilla from Ciudad Juárez/El Paso, whose sound draws inspiration from the La Laguna tradition of Los Capi, the raw energy of Cartel de Santa, and the transgressive spirit of Celso Piña. And Santa Fe DJ Luz Skylarker rounds out the bill with her mix of cumbia, darkwave, reggaeton, and the sonic spaces in between.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SWAN PARK
SEATING: Feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Limited, we encourage those who can to walk or bike
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors onsite. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
LILI ELBE
Lili’s journey — marked by love, loss and self-discovery — is the true story of a Danish painter who, with the steadfast support of her wife Gerda, became one of the first to undergo gender-affirmation surgery nearly a century ago.
Named “Best World Premiere” at the 2024 Oper! Awards, we are thrilled to present the American premiere of Tobias Picker and Aryeh Lev Stollman’s groundbreaking new opera. Former Apprentice Singer, baritone Lucia Lucas, makes her Santa Fe Opera debut as Lili Elbe, and returning soprano Sylvia D’Eramo sings the role of Gerda Wegener, Lili’s supportive wife who was also a celebrated artist. This production brings the artists’ milieux of 1920s Paris and Copenhagen to life with direction by James Robinson, set design by Allen Moyer and costumes by Marco Piemontese.
La vida de Lili, marcada por el amor, la pérdida y la búsqueda del autoconocimiento, cuenta la historia real de una pintora danesa que, con el apoyo incondicional de su esposa Gerda, se convirtió hace casi un siglo en una de las primeras personas en someterse a una cirugía de afirmación de género.
Galardonada como “Mejor Estreno Mundial” en los Premios Oper! 2024, nos complace enormemente presentar el estreno estadounidense de la nueva e innovadora ópera de Tobias Picker y Aryeh Lev Stollman. Lucia Lucas, exintegrante de nuestro programa de jóvenes, debuta en la Ópera de Santa Fe como Lili Elbe, y la soprano Sylvia D’Eramo regresa para encarnar a Gerda Wegener, la fiel esposa de Lili y artista de gran renombre. Esta producción recrea con viveza los ambientes artísticos del París y el Copenhague de la década de 1920, y cuenta con la dirección de James Robinson, escenografía de Allen Moyer y vestuario de Marco Piemontese.
Music By
Tobias Picker
Libretto By
Aryeh Lev Stollman
Sung in
English
Instant Translation Screen
English and Spanish
A co-production with
Seattle Opera
Production support generously provided by
Anonymous
TAWANI Foundation
Wyncote Foundation, as recommended by Frederick R. Haas & Rafael Gomez
David A. Kaplan and Glenn A. Ostergaard –
Brautigam-Kaplan-Ostergaard Foundation
Robert L. Turner
Additional artistic support provided by
The Edgar Foster Daniels Foundation
Henry R. Muñoz III
The performances of Roberto Kalb are supported by
Roma Wittcoff
The performances of Lucia Lucas are supported by
The Bob Ross Foundation
The performances of Sylvia D’Eramo are supported by
The Peter B. Frank Principal Artist Fund
Run Time
Approximately 2 hours 25 minutes; includes a 25-minute intermission
Synopsis
Act I
In the late 1920’s, the actress Anna Larssen of the Royal Danish Theater, having just premiered the role of Orpheus in a new play, could not appear for the last sitting of her portrait, the centerpiece of a new exhibition. Anna makes an unusual suggestion; that the artist, Gerda Wegener, ask Lili Elbe, (at that time known as Gerda’s husband, the artist Einar Wegener), to dress up and pose as Anna. At this sitting Lili is brought to a profound self-discovery, never before acknowledged. Like Orpheus compelled to look back at Eurydice, Lili can never again turn away from the truth of who she is. Despite the support of Gerda, their friends Eric and Hélène, and Lili’s brother Marius, Lili encounters hostility and rejection from her sister Dagmar and later her own mother. Through the efforts of Hélène she is introduced to Professor Warnekros who agrees to operate on her at the Municipal Women’s Clinic in Dresden.
A finales de la década de 1920, la actriz Anna Larssen del Teatro Real Danés, tras estrenar el papel de Orfeo en una nueva obra, no puede acudir a la última sesión para terminar un retrato que le están haciendo y que será la pieza central de una nueva exposición. Anna hace una sugerencia inusual: que Gerda Wegener, la artista encargada de pintarla, pida a Lili Elbe (entonces conocida como Einar Wegener, esposo de Gerda) que se vista y pose como Anna. Durante esa sesión, Lili llega a un profundo autodescubrimiento nunca antes reconocido. Al igual que Orfeo, obligado a volverse para mirar a Eurídice, Lili ya no puede ignorar la verdad de quién es en realidad. A pesar del apoyo de Gerda, de sus amigos Eric y Hélène y de su hermano Marius, Lili se enfrenta a la hostilidad y el rechazo de su hermana Dagmar y, más tarde, de su propia madre. Gracias a los esfuerzos de Hélène, conoce al profesor Warnekros, quien accede a operarla en la Clínica Municipal de Mujeres de Dresde.
ACT II
After her first surgery, a dramatic encounter with the King of Denmark leads to an extraordinary decree — Lili is legally recognized as a woman, and her marriage to Gerda is annulled.
Despite the seeming loss of their deep relationship, both Lili and Gerda find temporary love in different quarters, Lili with the perfumer Claude Lejeune, and Gerda with the Italian Major Fernando Porta.
When Claude Lejeune asks Lili to marry him, Lili delays until she can have surgery to become a mother, which Professor Warnekros says he can make possible. He and the Matron of the clinic choose a young woman to be the experimental uterus donor. Neither Lili nor the Young Woman suspect what is in this plan.
Lili, dying from complications of her surgery, writes and thanks the absent Gerda for the flowers she has sent every day from Rome. In return, Gerda sends a final letter. From two distant cities, their voices rise together in a last duet — declaring their love for each other that only grows and never looks back.
Tras su primera cirugía, un dramático encuentro con el Rey de Dinamarca da lugar a un decreto extraordinario: Lili es reconocida legalmente como mujer y su matrimonio con Gerda queda anulado.
A pesar de la aparente pérdida de su vínculo profundo, tanto Lili como Gerda encuentran amores temporales en otras partes: Lili junto al perfumista Claude LeJeune y Gerda con el mayor italiano Fernando Porta.
Cuando Claude LeJeune le pide matrimonio a Lili, ella lo pospone hasta poder someterse a una cirugía que le permita ser madre, algo que el profesor Warnekros afirma poder conseguir. Él y la matrona de la clínica eligen a una joven como donante experimental de útero. Ni Lili ni la joven sospechan lo que implica este plan.
Lili está muriéndose a causa de complicaciones derivadas de la cirugía. Escribe y agradece a la ausente Gerda las flores que le ha enviado cada día desde Roma. Como respuesta, Gerda envía una última carta. Desde dos ciudades distantes, sus voces se elevan juntas en un último dúo, declarando un amor mutuo que no hará sino crecer y que nunca mirará atrás.
Sat, August 1, 2026
8:30 pm
Wed, August 5, 2026
8:00 pm
Fri, August 14, 2026
8:00 pm
Tue, August 18, 2026
8:00 pm
Thu, August 27, 2026
Black Moth Super Rainbow
Black Moth Super Rainbow
August 4, 2026 • 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
DOORS 6:30pm • 21+ without parent or guardian
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Black Moth Super Rainbow
A notoriously enigmatic band hailing from Pennsylvania, Black Moth Super Rainbow made waves on the indie circuit with their unique brand of otherworldly, psychedelic indie pop. The band employ typical rock band instrumentation in addition to a bevy of vintage synthesizers, with all of the vocals sung through a vocoder. Additionally, the group coat everything in hazy effects and tape hiss, resulting in music as grimy and disorienting as it is catchy. The group have built up a dedicated fan base through touring as well as their acclaimed recordings, which are often released through their own labels in limited editions.
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TICKETS
$28 + fees
DAY OF SHOW: $33 + fees
MEMBER PRE-SALE: Thurs, Mar 26, 11 am. Want pre-sale access? Become a Lensic member!
PUBLIC SALE: Fri, Mar 27, 10 am
For online ticketing sales & support, contact support@holdmyticket.com or call 1-877-466-3404.
For in-person sales, visit the Lensic box office.
VENUE: TUMBLEROOT BREWERY & DISTILLERY
SEATING: Limited
ADA: Yes, please notify a Tumbleroot representative upon arrival
PARKING: Yes
ALCOHOL: Yes
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK: No
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
Los Straightjackets
Los Straightjackets
w/ DK & The Affordables
August 6, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by City of Santa Fe Enviornmental Services Division
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LOS STRAITJACKETS
Los Straitjackets are masters of the 'combo sound'—the two guitar, bass and drums lineup pioneered and popularized by the early Beatles. Using the music of the Ventures, The Shadows, Link Wray and Dick Dale as a jumping off point, the band has taken their unique, high-energy brand of instrumental rock & roll around the world.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
BAD MEDICINE
In Bad Medicine, Native American academics Aislin and Cesar are excited to settle into their new home in Proctor, Massachusetts. Even their nosy white neighbors seem nice enough. But as Aislin becomes aware of strange occurrences surrounding her job at the Natural History Museum, she starts to wonder if there might be something insidious beneath the sleepy town. Aislin must overcome deep insecurities around her identity to uncover the town’s terrifying secrets.
By P.C. Verrone
Directors: Lauren and Taylor Trujilo
RUNTIME: 2 Hours with a 15 minute intermission
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm
Please note that there is no Matinee Performance on August 8th
SPECIAL PERFORMANCES
August 6th and 7th – 7:30 pm: Pay-What-You-Will Previews
August 8th – 7:30 pm: Opening Night Performance
Artistic and Production Team
Co DirectorLauren Trujilo
Co DirectorTaylor Trujilo
The Wonderful Fantastic
This is going to be a Hip-Hop show unlike any other the city different has ever seen.
Raashan Ahmad’s: Wonderful Fantastic Hip-Hop Festival with LIVE PERFORMANCES BY:
Souls of Mischief
Brother Ali
Slum Village
Studio 284 Showcase along with DJ Ride
Guest Set by DJ Spaghetti aka Mayor of Santa Fe!
FASHION SHOW is curated by B-Girl Ale
AFTER PARTY WITH DJ SOL AND DOER at Nuckolls Brewery
Wonderful Fantastic
Wonderful Fantastic Hip Hop Festival
w/ Souls of Mischief, Brother Ali & Slum Village
August 7, 2026 • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Santa Fe Brewing Co.
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WONDERFUL FANTASTIC HIP HOP FESTIVAL
Hip hop don’t stop! Our annual celebration of hip hop culture is back in full form. We’re bringing you MCs, DJs, dancers, writers, a fashion show, murals being painted in real time, vendors, the best after party, and more. Legendary international performers and local talent share the day, presenting high-level artistry that’s deeply community-rooted. The festival celebrates the depth, creativity, beauty, and impact of hip hop culture.
Heading to the stage are three acts who helped define hip hops golden era: Souls of Mischief, Brother Ali, and Slum Village represent the best of the coasts and the heartland, uniting jazz-drenched West Coast boom-bap, soulful Midwest production, and Brother Ali's raw, confessional lyricism for a night that celebrates everything hip-hop has always done best.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, ample parking is available in the underground garage just north of REI. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Are available inside Second Street Brewery, Violet Crown Cinema, As Above & So Below, and La Lecheria for your ice cream needs. Food vendors will also be on site.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
The Cybertonic Spree with Spaceman Bob
More than meets the eye, The Cybertronic Spree have landed on Earth with one mission: to party like it's 1986. This high-energy band of Transformers delivers an unforgettable mix of rock, nostalgia, and pure fun that has won fans across the galaxy.
Monsieur Periné Santa Fe Summer Scene
Monsieur Periné
w/ Christina Gomez y Los Cuates
August 10, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by The Agency
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MONSIEUR PERINÉ
Monsieur Periné is a musical laboratory led by Catalina García and Santiago Prieto Sarabia, both born and raised in Colombia. Their unique and eclectic proposal blends genres such as pop, jazz, and swing with Latin American sounds like guaracha, salsa, cumbia, and bolero, always exploring new ways of speaking about the world, love, and freedom.
Since their debut album in 2012, they’re received major international recognition, which was solidified with their 2015 album Caja de Música, which earned them the Latin Grammy for Best New Artist. They’ve since swept international festivals, earned even more Grammys, and released three more albums to critical acclaim.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
The Southwest Native Plants Primer
Join the Santa Fe Botanical Garden and the Native Plant Society of New Mexico (Santa Fe Chapter) for an engaging evening with Jack Dash, co-author of The Southwest Native Plant Primer.
This talk will explore how gardeners—at any skill level—can make informed, regionally appropriate plant choices that support biodiversity and respond to the realities of a warming, water-limited climate.Spanning landscapes from New Mexico and Arizona to southern Utah and Colorado.
The book highlights both the diversity and shared ecological patterns of Southwest flora, offering practical, science-based guidance for sustainable gardening.
This comprehensive guide introduces a diverse selection of 235 native wildflowers, grasses, vines, cacti, and trees suited to gardens across New Mexico and the broader Southwest.Following the presentation, Dash will be available for a book signing.
Gary Farmer and the Troublemakers
Gary Farmer & The Troublemakers
August 11, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Institute of American Indian Arts
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GARY FARMER & THE TROUBLEMAKERS
Gary Farmer & the Troublemakers is a blues, roots, and jam band led by Gary Farmer, an award-winning Cayuga Nation actor known for films like Dead Man, Smoke Signals, and Powwow Highway. Based out of Santa Fe, the band has released seven albums over more than 30 years, earning the Best Americana Album Award at the New Mexico Music Awards for their 2022 release Fool for Love.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
Black Joe Lewis
Garage grit. Blue's fire. Pure sweat.
Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears bring a sound that hits somewhere between James Brown, Lightnin’ Hopkins, and the MC5—raw, electric, and impossible to fake. This is a band that never chased the spotlight… it found them anyway. The kind of show you don’t just hear, you feel.
Una Mas y La Cha Cha
The members and music of Una Mas y La ChaCha reflect the diversity of Santa Fe – the Indigenous, the descendants of Spanish and Mexican families and multigenerational Anglos residents; and cumbias, boleros, flamenco, 70’s Chicano funk and eclectic covers with the band’s unique spin that they call Northern New Mexico soul music.
With a rock-solid rhythm section featuring bassist Brian Shannon, percussionists Adrian Trate and David Gomez supporting the soaring leads of guitarist and band founder D’Santi Nava, and the soulful vocals of Trate and la Cha Cha Krystle Lucero, Una Mas can deliver an intimate performance in a cozy venue that draws in the listener to rocking out before a crowd of thousands at large public events.
An Una Mas show is a night of passion and heritage that has crowds clearing out a dance space for a set of songs by Selena, listening respectfully to a hymn for Quetzalcoatl, or gazing in rapt attention as Nava, “el Brujo,” furiously works the fretboard. To hear Una Mas y la Cha Cha is to be present in a moment that weaves threads of time, genres, and peoples.
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Pathways Indigenous Arts Festival
The 2026 Pathways Indigenous Arts Festival is taking over Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino
August 14–16, 2026 Join us for an unforgettable weekend of Indigenous art, culture, and creativity!
Presented by the Poeh Cultural Center, this vibrant three-day celebration brings together incredible Native artists, performers, filmmakers, fashion designers, and food vendors from across Indian Country.
Experience powerful live performances, stunning visual art, Indigenous fashion, film, and culture — all in one place. Come celebrate, connect, shop, and be inspired!
104th Annual Santa Fe Indian Market
Santa Fe Indian Market (SFIM) is the largest and most prestigious Indigenous art market in the world.
Presented by the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA), #SFIM26 will take place August 15th-16th in the heart of downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Now in its 104th year, SFIM brings together over 1,000 Native artists representing more than 200 Tribal Nations from across the U.S. and Canada.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned collector, SFIM offers an unforgettable opportunity to connect directly with Native artists and purchase handmade, authentic, and deeply meaningful artwork.
Location: Historic Downtown Santa Fe Plaza
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Saturday & Sunday)
Admission: Free and open to the public for the outdoor market
Additional Programming
SWAIA offers a range of ticketed events throughout Indian Market weekend, including Best of Show, the SWAIA Native Fashion Show, the SWAIA Gala, and more. Advance purchase is recommended, Become a SWAIA member for advanced notice when tickets become available..
Insider Tip: Arrive early to beat the crowds and meet artists before inventory sells out. Comfortable shoes and sun protection are highly recommended for a full day on the Plaza.
Matilida
Matilda
Santa Fe Summer Scene Free Movie Series
August 15, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union
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MATILDA
Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Matilda & Back to School Night! An intelligent little girl who is neglected by her parents discovers that she has telekinetic powers. Not until a teacher shows her kindness for the first time does she realize that she can use those powers to do something about her sufferings and help her friends as well.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PARK PERFORMANCE LAWN
Bring the whole family to the Summer Scene Movie Series! With free popcorn generously provided by Nusenda Credit Union, it's a guaranteed good time!
The Railyard Park Performance Lawn is located at the intersection of Paseo De Peralta and Cerrillos Road.
-Bike to the Railyard this summer. We encourage safe bicycling to the Railyard Series using the Acequia Trail and St. Francis Underpass.
-Reservations are free, but donations to support this series are welcome.
VENDORS:
To be announced, check back soon!
THINGS TO BRING:
Blankets & chairs
Picnics
Water bottles (no glass please)
Jackets/warm layers
THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME:
Umbrellas
Outside alcohol
Glass containers
Apprentice Scenes & Concert
The Next Generation Center Stage
Join us for two special Sunday evening performances where the Santa Fe Opera’s singing and technical apprentices step into the spotlight! Hear the stars of tomorrow sing a variety of selections from different operas throughout the centuries. The night of August 16 showcases scenes fully designed and created by our technical apprentices. The night of August 23 presents our apprentice singers in a concert format, featuring the Santa Fe Opera Orchestra onstage. Looking for an introduction to opera? These performances are a great way to start, and a great value for families who want to enjoy a more relaxed evening at the Opera. Don’t miss your chance to experience the future of opera — NOW!
The opera’s singing and technical apprentice programs have launched numerous distinguished careers, including singers Joyce DiDonato, John Holiday, Michael Fabiano, Rachel Willis-Sørensen, Sylvia D’Eramo, Jonah Hoskins, Will Liverman, Brandon Jovanovich, Kate Lindsey, Zachary Nelson, Anthony León, Meridian Prall, Caitlin Gotimer, Joshua Blue, Amber Monroe, Nicholas Newton, Kyle Miller and Darren Drone, and 2025 Metropolitan Opera Eric and Dominique Laffont Competition winners Alissa Goretsky, Emma Marhefka, Michelle Mariposa and Luke Sutliff, as well as numerous past Operalia winners. Others are now teachers, coaches and administrators at major opera companies and universities.
Tickets & Times
Sun, August 16, 2026
8:00 pm
Sun, August 23, 2026
8:00 pm
Tropidelic & The BoomRoots
Tropidelic & The Boomroots
August 17, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by PNM Resources
TROPIDELIC & THE BOOMROOTS
Tropidelic has built its reputation on grit, independence, and a genre-melting sound that pulls from reggae, hip-hop, rock, and funk. Boomroots is an award-winning reggae rock hip-hop band that draws inspiration from the group’s diverse cultural backgrounds and the rich musical heritage of their surroundings.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 5, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
D.K. HARRELL on the Historic Santa Fe Plaza
D.K. Harrell
w/ Turquoise Steel
August 20, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Rotary Club of Santa Fe
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D.K. HARRELL
Guitarist, vocalist and songwriter D.K. Harrell, one of the most formidable young stars of the current blues resurgence, sounds like no one else on the scene today. With his stinging, single-note string bending, deep soul vocals, and attention-grabbing original songs, the 27-year-old Harrell—a major draw at blues festivals around the world—is already in a league of his own.
With his debut album, Talkin’ Heavy, Harrell has cemented his place among the leading voices of the new generation of blues players. This Blues Music Award-winning guitarist with a soul man’s voice and a well-earned reputation as a mesmerizing live performer delivers fresh, emotion-packed blues informed by the tradition he loves and played with the foot-pounding fervor of a revival tent preacher.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
The Fantastic Negrito
Fantastic Negrito
w/ Dissolves
August 21, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 6:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Barker Realty
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FANTASTIC NEGRITO
Fantastic Negrito is an Oakland-based singer-songwriter whose music spans blues, R&B, and roots, earning him three consecutive Grammy Awards for Best Contemporary Blues Album. He won the first-ever NPR Tiny Desk Contest in 2015, and has since collaborated with the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, and Sting.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, ample parking is available in the underground garage just north of REI. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Are available inside Second Street Brewery, Violet Crown Cinema, As Above & So Below, and La Lecheria for your ice cream needs. Food vendors will also be on site.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
Yung Bae plays MEOW WOLF
Yung Bae
August 22, 2026 • 8:30 pm
DOORS 8:00pm • All Ages
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YUNG BAE
LA-based artist and producer Yung Bae might be best known for heralding the rise of Future Funk, stewarding the sub-genre from the underground into a cult-like phenomenon. From anime-themed Tumblr memes to shutting down stages across the world, Yung Bae has an extensive catalog spanning nine albums, including his prolific Bae series and Groove Continental, on which Bae welcomed a multitude of star power into his universe resulting in collaborations with Nile Rodgers, Channel Tres, AWOLNATION, Pink Sweat$, and more.
Yung Bae immediately grabs his listeners with a sound design that dances between 70’s funk and disco, smooth jazz, old school hip-hop and draws influence from ’90s anime and arcade video games. Having grown his niche fanbase through the wonders of the internet and social media, Yung Bae exploded with his viral single “Bad Boy” featuring bbno$ and has continuously evolved his sound while maintaining undeniable grooves. To sift through his nostalgic samples would surely be a day well spent, but it’s the way he brings them together in a colorful, quirky vapor-bounce style that keeps listeners coming back.
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TICKETS
$25 + fees
DAY OF SHOW: $30 + fees
PUBLIC SALE: Tues, May 13, 10 am
For online ticketing sales & support, contact Meow Wolf: 1-866-636-9969 or online here.
VENUE: MEOW WOLF
SEATING: Standing room only
ADA: Please email help@meowwolf.com in advance for ADA accommdations.
PARKING: Yes, at the venue
ALCOHOL: Yes
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK: No
PROHIBITED ITEMS: Meow Wolf recommends leaving the following items in your car or securing them in a locker. Please review their Prohibited Items list for further questions.
-Backpacks & oversized bags
-Laptops or Tablets
-Oversized coats
-Umbrellas
-Luggage
-Strollers
-Skateboards
-Professional recording equipment
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
Iguanas
Iguanas
w/ Mineral Hill
August 24, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union
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IGUANAS
The Iguanas are a New Orleans roots rock band whose sound weaves together Chicano rock, R&B, Conjunto, and Latin styles into a distinctly Crescent City groove. The band has long been a staple of the New Orleans club scene while earning recognition as world festival headliners and appearing throughout the HBO series Treme.
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RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
Oh He Dead
Oh He Dead
w/ Isaac Aragon & The Healing
August 25, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by McParlton Roofing
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OH HE DEAD
Washington DC’s Oh He Dead brings their funky, poppy rock vibes wherever they go. Led by CJ Bowlin’ Johnson and her golden pipes, the five-piece group includes lead guitarist Alex Salser, Colin Sidley on bass, Adam Ashforth on drums, and Piano Whitman on keys.
The close-knit crew is known for their contagious joy, and for putting on a hell of a live show as Johnson “maneuvers her powerful voice — a combination of Stevie Nicks and Tracy Chapman” (Kojo Nnamdi) in rhythm with the band’s “sublime instrumentation” (NPR) and “infectious and soulful sound” (Washington Post). Their fourth studio album, Vertigo, is out this fall.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, ample parking is available in the underground garage just north of REI. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Are available inside Second Street Brewery, Violet Crown Cinema, As Above & So Below, and La Lecheria for your ice cream needs. Food vendors will also be on site.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 5, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
St. Paul & the Broken Bones
St. Paul & the Broken Bones
w/ Tré Burt
August 28, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 6:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Ski Santa Fe
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ST. PAUL & THE BROKEN BONES
We close out the Railyard nights with none other than St. Paul & The Broken Bones! This dynamic Alabama-based soul ensemble is known for their electrifying performances and powerhouse vocals. Blending soul, R&B, rock, and psych-funk influences, their sound pairs deeply emotional delivery with bold, groove-driven arrangements. With rich horns, gospel undertones, and cinematic flair, their music is both expansive and rooted, capturing the spirit of classic soul while pushing it into fresh, modern territory.
Their new self-titled sixth album marks a creative renewal—melding the band’s adventurous spirit with a return to soulful, song-focused roots. The record blends psych-funk grooves, gospel-tinged ballads, and cinematic rock flourishes.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, ample parking is available in the underground garage just north of REI. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Are available inside Second Street Brewery, Violet Crown Cinema, As Above & So Below, and La Lecheria for your ice cream needs. Food vendors will also be on site.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
Zootopia 2
Zootopia 2
Santa Fe Summer Scene Free Movie Series
August 29, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
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ZOOTOPIA 2
Brave rabbit cop Judy Hopps and her friend, the fox Nick Wilde, team up again to crack a new case, the most perilous and intricate of their careers. Starring Jason Bateman, Ginnifer Goodwin, Idris Elba, Jonathan Ke Quan, and Roman Reigns.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PARK PERFORMANCE LAWN
Bring the whole family to the Summer Scene Movie Series! With free popcorn generously provided by Nusenda Credit Union, it's a guaranteed good time!
The Railyard Park Performance Lawn is located at the intersection of Paseo De Peralta and Cerrillos Road.
-Bike to the Railyard this summer. We encourage safe bicycling to the Railyard Series using the Acequia Trail and St. Francis Underpass.
-Reservations are free, but donations to support this series are welcome.
VENDORS:
To be announced, check back soon!
THINGS TO BRING:
Blankets & chairs
Picnics
Water bottles (no glass please)
Jackets/warm layers
THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME:
Umbrellas
Outside alcohol
Glass containers
Songs and Stories
Songs & Stories: Ray Wylie Hubbard, Eliza Gilkyson, Jimmie Dale Gilmore
August 29, 2026 • 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
DOORS 6:30pm • All Ages
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Songs & Stories returns! Ray Wylie Hubbard, Eliza Gilkyson, and Jimmie Dale Gilmore come together on stage for an evening of incredible music and collaboration. They also perform in Taos and Albuquerque.
Ray Wylie Hubbard
A willing conspirator in the late seventies Cosmic Cowboy revolt that ushered in the mythical Outlaw era, Texas singer-songwriter Ray Wylie Hubbard was a catalyst in the cultural upheaval that led to the peaceful coexistence of Lone Star music enthusiasts. In the stellar company of iconic colleagues like Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Doug Sahm, and Jerry Jeff Walker, Hubbard was an architect of the musical legacy that continues to inspire subsequent generations of up-and-coming Texas talent.
In the years that followed, he evolved into a writer of uncommonly honest portraits of life, alternating between deep personal sagas and poignant character studies of those traveling on the dark side of the road.
Eliza Gilkyson
Eliza Gilkyson is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and activist who is one of the most respected musicians in folk, roots, and Americana circles. Her songs have been covered by Joan Baez, Bob Geldof, Chris Smither, the world-renowned Conspirare Choir, Tom Rush, and Rosanne Cash.
Eliza’s current release, Dark Ages, is a surprisingly upbeat collection of songs, although she pulls no punches in terms of the times in which we find ourselves and her sentiments regarding the current dismantling of the US Constitution by the newly elected president. Working in collaboration with Don Richmond, her producer/accompanist for the last two records, and calling on some of her Austin compadres and fellow New Mexicans to join her, the album showcases Eliza in her strongest and most compelling voice.
Jimmie Dale Gilmore
Jimmie Dale Gilmore has been writing songs and playing music for more than half a century. Born in Amarillo and raised in Lubbock, Gilmore makes music that springs from West Texas dusty high plains, blending elements of folk, rock, country, blues, and bluegrass. His recordings have earned three Grammy nominations in both Contemporary Folk and Traditional Folk, and he was named Country Artist of the Year for three consecutive years by Rolling Stone. Along with longtime compadres Joe Ely and Butch Hancock, Gilmore’s legendary band The Flatlanders has been credited as “Fathers of the Alt-Country” movement
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TICKETS
$42–47 + fees
MEMBER + ARTIST PRE-SALE: Wed, Nov 12, 10 am. Want pre-sale access? Become a Lensic member!
SPOTIFY PRE-SALE: Thurs, Nov 13, 10 am.
PUBLIC SALE: Fri, Nov 14, 10 am.
For online ticketing sales & support, contact the KiMo box office: Artsandculturetickets@cabq.gov or call 505-768-3522.
VENUE: KIMO THEATRE
SEATING: Yes
ALCOHOL: Yes
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK: No
PARKING: Yes, downtown street parking, garages nearby
ADA: Yes, please notify the KiMo of any accommodations prior to the show
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
Neal Francis
Neal Francis
w/ Side Montero
September 1, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Meow Wolf
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NEAL FRANCIS
Neal Francis is a Chicago-based singer, songwriter, and pianist known for blending psych-rock, funk, and ’70s dance influences into a richly analog sound. His third album, Return To Zero, channels heavy guitar riffs and groove-driven rhythms into a moody, dance-infused rock style shaped by years of touring and creative experimentation. Equal parts heady and hedonistic, pensive and euphoric, the album echoes both his deep-rooted psych-rock sensibilities and a lifelong affinity for classic funk.
A seasoned performer who’s played major festivals and iconic venues, Francis continues to push his sound with ambitious, collaborative recordings rooted in vintage production and emotional depth.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
Nuestra Musica
Sponsored by AARP with support from ExxonMobil
Nuestra Musica
w/ Gonzalo and Carlos Medina Conjunto
September 3, 2026 • 6:00 pm
DOORS 5:00pm • All Ages
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NUESTRA MUSICA
Summer Scene comes to an end in classic New Mexico style with Gonzalo! Backed by his booming seven-piece band, Gonzalo performs traditional New Mexican Music. Singer, songwriter, comedian, and actor Carlos Medina performs conjunto and mariachi with his four-piece band.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: SANTA FE PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring blankets or chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, street parking or city parking garage on W. San Francisco St. across from the Lensic. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Food vendors will be on site. This is an alcohol-free event.
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun!
The Green Chile Cheeseburger Smackdown
The Green Chile Cheeseburger Smackdown has one simple goal: to determine the best green chile cheeseburger in New Mexico.
We invite chefs to toss their spatulas in the ring and throw down the burger sure to beat them all. Thanks to our attendees and their iron stomachs, the Smackdown is one of New Mexico’s favorite annual foodie events and sells out every year!
TICKETS GO ON SALE JULY 1.
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DO NOT SELL OR PURCHASE TIX HERE. Contact us at info@ediblenm.com if you want to sell your tickets.
We are not accepting vendors; do not reply to bogus comments here.
Meltt
Meltt
September 13, 2026 • 8:00 pm
DOORS 7:00pm • All Ages
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MELTT
Meltt’s upcoming third album is the culmination of everything the Vancouver indie-pop quartet have accomplished so far, all the while pushing their sound in new and exciting directions. True to its title, Pathways finds Chris Smith [lead vocals, guitar, bass, keys], Jamie Turner [drums, percussion], James Porter [guitar, keys, bass, vocals], and Ian Winkler [bass, keys, guitar] at multiple forks in the road and deciding to take all of them, submerging their sound in new rippling textures while still retaining the warm, textured glow that their music’s contained since their debut EP Visions in 2017.
Thematically, Pathways approaches what Winkler refers to as “four men approaching their 30s and figuring out their paths and lives.” Big topics abound, from relationships and the aftermath of loss to the strange and uneasy feeling that accompanies navigating the modern world at large. “Our tone is usually pretty optimistic and hopeful, but this time we let some darkness in,” Porter says. “There are so many things we experience individually, but when we get in the studio, it’s clear that we’re on a journey together.”
Whether you’ve been with them since the beginning or are joining them at this very juncture, Pathways will make you thankful that you’re along for the journey.
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TICKETS
$25 + fees
DAY OF SHOW: $30 + fees
MEMBER + ARTIST PRE-SALE: Tues, Apr 7, 11 am
PUBLIC SALE: Thurs, Apr 9, 10 am
For online ticketing sales & support, contact Meow Wolf: 1-866-636-9969 or online here.
VENUE: MEOW WOLF
SEATING: Standing room only
ADA: Please email help@meowwolf.com in advance for ADA accommdations.
PARKING: Yes, at the venue
ALCOHOL: Yes
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK: No
PROHIBITED ITEMS: Meow Wolf recommends leaving the following items in your car or securing them in a locker. Please review their Prohibited Items list for further questions.
-Backpacks & oversized bags
-Laptops or Tablets
-Oversized coats
-Umbrellas
-Luggage
-Strollers
-Skateboards
-Professional recording equipment
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
Actors Refresh Session
Actor’s Refresh Session
6 weeks- Monday 6pm-9pm
September 14 – October 26
No class on Indigenous People’s Day
Week 1: Bring in your own scene – something you love from TV, Film, or Theater, no need to be memorized.
Weeks 1 and 2: breaking down a scene, serving the script, finding the conflict, and world building; acting for theater vs tv/film
Week 3: Assigned scenes: subtext, active listening, and tricks to stay present and out of your head
Week 4: Emotional flexibility and caring for your instrument
Week 5: Assigned Scenes: the audition process from start to finish
Week 6: Putting it all together, taking (ie: translating) direction, and personalized “your acting business” Q&A
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Instructor Kate Bergeron (Actor Refresh)
Kate Bergeron (she/her) is a working actor (Network TV, Film, Stage, Commercial), writer, singer, and teacher/coach with a BFA in musical theater from The Acting Conservatory at the Chicago College of Performing Arts. Kate has taught acting for both stage and screen in Chicago, Los Angeles, and now New Mexico. After performing in two Santa Fe Playhouse productions (You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, and The Thanksgiving Play), Kate is honored to join the team as an educator.
New Mexico Singletrack
Three Stages. Endless Enchantment.
3-Day Mountain Bike Race or Ride • Santa Fe, NM
September 19–21, 2026
Discover the high-desert singletrack that makes New Mexico unlike anywhere you’ve ever ridden. Racing and riding across Santa Fe, Los Alamos, and Glorieta, each day brings its own rhythm—flow, tech, altitude, and wide-open views that stretch all the way to the horizon.
Whether you’re chasing a podium, testing yourself over three big days, or just soaking in world-class trails with great people in one of America’s top travel destinations, New Mexico Singletrack delivers a full stage-race experience—fully supported, professionally run, and welcoming to racers and riders alike.
For those lining up in the pro field, the event features a $20,000 cash prize purse, split evenly between men and women, with payouts for overall standings and individual stage wins—ensuring aggressive racing from start to finish.
Route 66 Community Day
Join the Museum of International Folk Art, the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, New Mexico History Museum and the New Mexico Museum of Art in celebrating the Centennial of Route 66.
This event will begin downtown on Old Santa Fe Trail across from the Roundhouse with a classic car show at 10:00 a.m.
A car cruise from downtown up to Museum Hill will begin at 12:00 p.m.
On Museum Hill, there will be another car show along with music including bands such as the Jacob Shije Trio. Participate in hands-on activities and discussions of the meaning and impact of Route 66 on New Mexico.
Food trucks will be on-site!
Schedule:
Downtown Car Show – 10:00-12:00
Car Crawl to Museum Hill – 12:00-12:30
Events on Milner Plaza – 1:00-5:00
Jack White LIVE
JACK WHITE
OCTOBER 4TH PRE-SALE REGISTRATION
https://laylo.com/jackwhite/m/JackWhiteLiveON SALE-4/17
https://www.etix.com/.../jack-white-live-2026-albuquerque...
104th Melodrama
The tradition of the Melodrama lives on in the 104th Annual MELODRAMA, which will continue evolving and honoring Santa Fe with fresh, locally-rooted satire.
By Santa Fends
Director Adam Wagner
The tradition of the Melodrama lives on in the 104th Annual Melodrama, which will continue evolving and honoring Santa Fe with fresh, locally-rooted satire.
RUNTIME: 1 hour and 30 minutes
INTERMISSION: One 15 minute intermission\
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 pm
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm
Please note that October 10th there is no 2:00PM show
SPECIAL PERFORMANCES
October 8th and 9th – 7:30 pm: Pay-What-You-Will Previews
October 10th – 7:30 pm: Opening Night Performance
Artistic and Production Team
DirectorAdam Wagner
Opera Dinner
Join us for a special evening with award winning soprano - Amy Owens this Thursday at 6pm!
Join us also on October 15 & December 17
Eldorado Hotel & Spa is proud to partner with award-winning soprano Amy Owens for an exclusive series of operatic dining experiences featuring a chef-curated wine dinner menu. Enjoy welcome cocktails at 6pm and dinner starts at 6:30pm. View dinner menu below.
FIRST COURSE
TUNA TARTARE
Cucumber | Avocado | Toasted Chili Oil
Capers | Shallot | Blue Corn Chips
Solymargarita
Lalo Tequila Blanco, Aloe
Pineapple, Lime, Salt Air
SECOND COURSE
SOLYMAR CAESAR
Little Gem Romaine | Parmigiano Reggiano | Anchovy
Caramelized Lemon | Paprika Grilled Shrimp | Romesco
Feudi Di San Gregorio
Falanghina del Sannio DOC, 2024, Campania, Italy
THIRD COURSE
SURF & TURF
Seared Scallop | Roasted Cauliflower
Brown Butter | Toasted Pine Nuts
Filet Mignon | Carrots | Ancho Demi-Glace
Sea Smoke Botella, Pinot Noir, 2024
Santa Rita Hills, California
FOURTH COURSE
OLIVE OIL BUNDT CAKE
Chantilly Cream | Seasonal Berries
Far Niente Dolce, Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc
and Sémillon, Napa Valley, California
Get tickets: https://tickets.holdmyticket.com/tickets/463652?tc=hmt
PC: Karsten Staiger
Buena Vista Social Club
BUENA VISTA ORCHESTRANOV 11 | THE LENSIC
The world's foremost Cuban music repertory ensemble.
Led by virtuoso violinist Rolando Morejón Reyes, featuring musicians from the original Buena Vista Social Club, Celia Cruz's band, AfroCuban All Stars, and more.
The biggest-selling and best-known Cuban music project in history, live in Santa Fe.Tickets on sale NOW at lensic.org
Company
Through a series of vignettes, Company showcases the joys and struggles of relationships, marriage, and singledom, forcing the 35 year old and single Robert (or Bobbie) to confront their own reluctance to commit and the meaning of being alive. The show, a trailblazer of the modern-comedy musical, uses a non-linear concept structure rather than a traditional plot.
TICKETS HERE
Book By: George Furth
Music By: Stephen Sondheim
Director: Anna Hogan
RUNTIME: 2 Hours and 30 Minutes with a 15 Minute intermission
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm
Please note that there is no Matinee Performance on November 21st
SPECIAL PERFORMANCES
November 19th & 20th – 7:30 pm: Pay-What-You-Will Previews
November 21st – 7:30 pm: Opening Night Performance
Artistic and Production Team
DirectorAnna Hogan
BBQ FUNDRAISER for Morning Star Assisted Living
Swing by for a BBQ lunch and help a great cause….BBQ Fundraiser Event!
Friday, June 26th
11 am - 2:30 pm
MorningStar of Santa Fe$20 Per Person
Covers food and a beverage!All proceeds benefit Home Builds in Mexico.RSVP by June 22!
505-603-2400
SantaFe.DRodriguez@MStarLiving.com#SantaFeNMevents #SantaFeNM #SantaFeNMseniors #SantaFeNMfamily
ALMA
Welcome to the world of Alma, a Latin music four-piece band based in Santa Fe, New Mexico! Founded by guitarist Tito Rios in March of 2022, this dynamic band has been performing regularly in the Santa Fe area and has quickly gained a reputation for its elegant and upbeat music. With a sound that draws from a variety of influences including South American music, this band's unique blend of cumbias, boleros, and bachatas is sure to get your feet moving.
On Thursday, June 25th, Alma will be bringing their FULL BAND so make sure not to miss it!!
HeartByrne
HeartByrne
w/ Glitz Biarritz
June 25, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 6:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Rotary Club of Santa Fe
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VENUE: RAILYARD PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, ample parking is available in the underground garage just north of REI. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Are available inside Second Street Brewery, Violet Crown Cinema, As Above & So Below, and La Lecheria for your ice cream needs. Food vendors will also be on site.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
HEARTBYRNE
HeartByrne pays tribute to Talking Heads and David Byrne, who fused pop, funk, art rock, and African rhythms into perhaps the most adventurous, danceable, and timeless music to emerge from the new wave movement.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
Vincen Garcia
Vincen García
June 25, 2026 • 7:30 pm
DOORS 6:30pm • 21+ without parent or guardian
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VINCEN GARCÍA
VINCEN GARCÍA is a Spanish bassist from Valencia, acclaimed as one of the most prestigious figures in the modern jazz and funk scene worldwide. He has over 14 years of professional experience, having developed a distinctive, modern sound marked by energetic and gritty execution.
Born into a musical family—his mother a vocalist and his father a trumpeter—Vincen was introduced to performance and touring at an early age. He began playing bass in his high school band and developed his craft entirely as a self-taught musician
Vincen is among the most listened-to bassists globally in terms of streaming, amassing hundreds of thousands of followers and millions of views and reactions. Additionally, he has been one of the most impactful artists in the genre, performing at festivals such as the Montreux Jazz Festival (Switzerland), the North Sea Jazz Festival (Netherlands), or the Pori Jazz Festival (Finland). His first album, titled *Ventura*, is received an overwhelmingly positive reception in cities around the world. Vincen García also collaborates on tours with international artists like Cory Wong and Jesús Molina. The artist will present his second album in 2026 with a world tour that will span every continent.
With all of this, he has become one of the most important and influential Spanish artists on an international level.
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TICKETS
$35 + fees
DAY OF SHOW: $40 + fees
This is a seated show.
MEMBER + ARTIST PRE-SALE: Wed, Apr 22, 10 am
PUBLIC SALE: Fri, Apr 24, 10 am
For online ticketing sales & support, contact support@holdmyticket.com or call 1-877-466-3404.
For in-person sales, visit the Lensic box office.
VENUE: TUMBLEROOT BREWERY & DISTILLERY
SEATING: This is a seated show, seats are first-come, first-served.
ADA: Yes, please notify a Tumbleroot representative upon arrival
PARKING: Yes
ALCOHOL: Yes
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK: No
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
ROUND MOUNTAIN - LIVE
Round Mountain at School for Advanced Research
Thursday, June 25th, doors at 6pm, music at 7pm
Anyone can get tickets for this show at the link below, and there are details about everything including parking at that link too.
Apart from hearing Round Mountain, there are a lot of other reasons to come to this show. It's a chance to spend a few hours in a really beautiful, quiet adobe courtyard that now houses the organization that basically saved Santa Fe from economic ruin through the work of some wild visionaries who dreamed up the identity of the "City Different".
In its 1917 Articles of Incorporation it includes "to foster Art in all its branches". And it's continuing this devotion to the arts through these summer music events, of which we're thrilled to be part.
PRIDE Drag Bingo
Join us for the PRIDE edition of our monthly Drag Bingo extravaganza, where the fun never stops!
For just $22, you'll snag your golden ticket to an unforgettable evening of bingo, laughter, and dazzling performances! Your ticket includes not one, not two, but SIX bingo cards, increasing your chances of winning some seriously spectacular prizes!
Pony Curtis plays Tumbleroot Patio
We will be rocking the Tumbleroot patio stage for the 1st time on June 24th at 5PM! Come enjoy the lovely summer atmosphere and good tunes for the evening! It's free, and kids are welcome with a parent or guardian.
We hope to see you there!
Equal Grounds Pride Edition
Hey LGBTQ+ and Allied businesses!
Let's spice up your morning with coffee, snacks, and a heart-to-heart about our community and city businesses. Dive into the buzz on what really matters to us! Bring your open mind and heart, and let's build a stronger city together.
This is a free event, but please join the guest list by clicking the link in ticketing.
Community Conversations; The Beautiful Engineering of Us
For more than a century, neuroscience has viewed intelligence as a property of individual brains. But brains did not evolve in isolation. Humans are an intensely social species whose minds are continuously shaped by other minds.
Increasingly, evidence suggests that our most sophisticated cognitive abilities emerge not from solitary brains, but from networks of interacting people.
Human intelligence is fundamentally collective: our brains evolved not simply to think, but to think together.In this lecture, Thalia Wheatley will explore conversation as a powerful mechanism for coupling minds—aligning attention, beliefs, emotions, and behavior across individuals.
Drawing on research from neuroscience, psychology, and network science, she will show how everyday features of human interaction are precision tools that synchronize brains, strengthen social connection, and shape mental health. She will conclude by considering what this means in the age of AI, and how machine intelligence differs from the deeply social intelligence forged over millions of years of evolution.
Wheatley is Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences and Director of the Center for Social Brain Sciences at Dartmouth. Her research investigates how ideas and emotions are created collectively and how one person can influence another in ways that ripple across the social webs they inhabit.—
The 2026 Santa Fe Institute Community Lecture Series is free to attend thanks to generous sponsorship by the McKinnon Family Foundation, with additional support from the Santa Fe Reporter and the Lensic Performing Arts Center.• Free tickets:
https://lensic.org/events/the-beautiful-engineering-of-us/
9 Day Novena de Nuestra Señora de la Paz
Be party of Santa Fe’s History and Traditions, even if you are not catholic, Pray of all types helps. Join the Santa Fe Fiesta Council as they embark on this 9 day prayer or hope, help and gratefulness!
PRIDE WEEK KICK OFF
Get ready to kick off PRIDE Week in style at our PRIDE Week Kickoff T-Dance!
This year’s theme, Many Colors. One Pride., celebrates the beauty of our diverse community coming together—and there’s no better way to start the week than on the dance floor.
Join us for an afternoon of music, movement, and connection. Whether you’re dancing to the beats or soaking up the vibes, it’s the perfect way to launch a full week of PRIDE festivities.
Come dressed in your most fabulous look and let your true colors shine—don’t miss this unforgettable start to PRIDE Week!
Get Down Drag Show
Join Da Haus of Coc-Teau for a Funky Get Down Show once a month at As Above So Below Lounge in the Santa Fe Railyard. Come Party and Play!
Return Procession de Nuestra Señora de la Paz
We invite you to walk in the footsteps of generations.
After Novena Mass, join us for the Procession of Our Lady a sacred journey of love, faith, and tradition that has carried Nuestra Señora de La Paz through the streets of Santa Fe for centuries.
This isn’t just a walk.
It’s a public act of devotion, a living prayer, a way to show the world that her presence still moves us.
Come carry the spirit of your ancestors.
Come offer your feet in praise.
Come walk for the one who’s always walked beside you.
Let’s fill the streets with faith. Let’s walk with Our Lady.
AJW Presents: iNk oN pAPER & KODAMA TRIO
The Avant Jazz Workshop presents a birthday celebration of drummer Milton Villarrubia III, a veteran of the New Mexican music scene, featuring two of his favorite music projects. $10 at the door with free parking.
iNK oN pAPER is a drum, bass, and electronics duo, with Milton on drums and electronics and Carlos Santistevan on bass and electronics. With over 25 years of playing music together, Carlos and Milton have an instinctual synergy. Both members play hybridized acoustic-electric versions of their instruments incorporating live looping and signal processing.
The Kodama Trio with Robert Muller on piano, Jeremy Bleich on electric bass and Milton on drums has been operating for a number of years in the New Mexico area, winning the 2016 New Mexico Music Awards for both Best Jazz Album & Best Jazz Song. They create their own music using the full spectrum of jazz rather than limiting themselves to the more consonant or dissonant ends of what is available. This results in a wide ranging program that should engage even the most casual jazz listener.... come by and hear for yourself!
Free Movie in the Park: When Harry Met Sally
When Harry Met Sally
Santa Fe Summer Scene Free Movie Series
June 20, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 6:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union
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WHEN HARRY MET SALLY
A tribute to Rob Reiner, the late and great director. Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal star as two best friends of the opposite sex in the blockbuster, heartwarming romantic comedy When Harry Met Sally. Harry Burns (Crystal--Analyze This) and Sally Albright (Ryan--In the Land of Women) meet when they share a car on a trip from Chicago to New York right after both graduate from college. As the two build their lives and careers in Manhattan, they find love and heartache—with other people—but their paths continue to cross and their friendship continues to grow over the years ... until they confront the decision whether to let their friendship develop into romance.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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VENUE: RAILYARD PARK PERFORMANCE LAWN
Bring the whole family to the Summer Scene Movie Series! With free popcorn generously provided by Nusenda Credit Union, it's a guaranteed good time!
The Railyard Park Performance Lawn is located at the intersection of Paseo De Peralta and Cerrillos Road.
-Bike to the Railyard this summer. We encourage safe bicycling to the Railyard Series using the Acequia Trail and St. Francis Underpass.
-Reservations are free, but donations to support this series are welcome.
VENDORS:
To be announced, check back soon!
THINGS TO BRING:
Blankets & chairs
Picnics
Water bottles (no glass please)
Jackets/warm layers
THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME:
Umbrellas
Outside alcohol
Glass containers
Una Mas y La Cha Cha
The members and music of Una Mas y La ChaCha reflect the diversity of Santa Fe – the Indigenous, the descendants of Spanish and Mexican families and multigenerational Anglos residents; and cumbias, boleros, flamenco, 70’s Chicano funk and eclectic covers with the band’s unique spin that they call Northern New Mexico soul music.
With a rock-solid rhythm section featuring bassist Brian Shannon, percussionists Adrian Trate and David Gomez supporting the soaring leads of guitarist and band founder D’Santi Nava, and the soulful vocals of Trate and la Cha Cha Krystle Lucero, Una Mas can deliver an intimate performance in a cozy venue that draws in the listener to rocking out before a crowd of thousands at large public events.
An Una Mas show is a night of passion and heritage that has crowds clearing out a dance space for a set of songs by Selena, listening respectfully to a hymn for Quetzalcoatl, or gazing in rapt attention as Nava, “el Brujo,” furiously works the fretboard. To hear Una Mas y la Cha Cha is to be present in a moment that weaves threads of time, genres, and peoples.
Check us out...
Limpas - Self Care
A traditional Limpia is a clearing of the mind, body, and spirit. It is a chance to set yourself free and move forward towards a beautiful life. Curanderas Deanna Anaya and Andrea Chavez are both Santa Fe locals and Practitioners of Curanderismo, and they care deeply about their community.
They look forward to meeting you, alongside other spiritual practitioners and artists. Join us for this wonderfully cleansing day!
Indigenous Foodways Festival
The Indigenous Foodways Festival celebrates and honors the vibrant, living culinary traditions and ancestral knowledge of Indigenous peoples across the Southwest.
Through storytelling, demonstration, hands-on classes, art, and shared food, the festival uplifts Indigenous voices, fostering connection, understanding, and community.
Our mission is to create a space where tradition and innovation come together to showcase how Indigenous foodways sustain culture, identity, land stewardship, and future generations.
Join us in Santa Fe for a celebration of Indigenous food, culture, and community. Experience cooking demonstrations, conversations with chefs and farmers, and a vibrant marketplace featuring Indigenous makers and ingredients.
Tickets now on sale.
Herb Alpert
Creator and innovator, musician and producer, artist, and philanthropist, Herb Alpert is a man with a profound passion.
Born in Los Angeles, the future trumpeter came of age in a house filled with music. At the age of eight, he was drawn to the trumpet in a music appreciation class in his elementary school.
“I was very fortunate that I had that exposure to music and was encouraged to stick with it. Years ago, when the arts programs were cut out of our public schools, so many kids stopped having that kind of opportunity.”
A legendary trumpet player, Alpert’s extraordinary musicianship has earned him five #1 hits, nine GRAMMY® Awards, the latest from his 2014 album, “Steppin’ Out,” fifteen Gold albums, fourteen Platinum albums and has sold over 72 million records. Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass propelled his sound into the pop music limelight, at one point outselling the Beatles two to one. In 1966, they achieved the since-unmatched feat of simultaneously having four albums in the Top 10– and five in the Top 20. Herb Alpert also has the distinction of being the only artist who has had a #1 instrumental and vocal single.2025 MARKED THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ICONIC ALBUM, “WHIPPED CREAM & OTHER DELIGHTS” AS WELL AS 39 STRAIGHT SOLD OUT CONCERTS!
HERB AND HIS BRAND NEW TIJUANA BRASS WILL BE PERFORMING MANY OF THOSE GREAT SONGS ON, “WHIPPED CREAM & OTHER DELIGHTS” IN ADDITION TO MANY OTHER WONDERFUL HIT SONGS THAT WE ALL KNOW AND LOVE: “THE LONELY BULL”, “SPANISH FLEA”, “A TASTE OF HONEY”, “MEXICAN SHUFFLE”, “TIJUANA TAXI”, “THIS GUY’S IN LOVE WITH YOU”, “WHAT NOW MY LOVE”, “ZORBA THE GREEK”, “LADYFINGERS”, “RISE”, “ROUTE 101” AND MANY OTHER DELIGHTS!
Sir Woman with Sweet Roll
Sir Woman
w/ Sweet Roll
June 19, 2026 • 7:00 pm
DOORS 6:00pm • All Ages
Sponsored by Georgia O'Keeffe Museum
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VENUE: RAILYARD PLAZA
SEATING: Standing or feel free to bring chairs
ADA: Ask for accommodations
PARKING: Yes, ample parking is available in the underground garage just north of REI. We encourage those who can to walk or bike.
WATER: Bring your water bottle—we will have filling stations
FOOD/DRINK: Available inside Second Street Brewery, Violet Crown Cinema, As Above & So Below, and La Lecheria for your ice cream needs. Food vendors will also be on site.
RAIL RUNNER LATE-NIGHT TRAIN
Starting June 1, a late-night southbound train departs the Santa Fe Depot Station at 10:05 pm during all Summer Scene Railyard concerts and makes every stop between Santa Fe and Downtown Albuquerque. Whether you’re coming from Albuquerque or stopping down the line in Santa Fe, the Rail Runner’s new schedule makes it easy to hop on the train and have some fun! See the full schedule here.
SIR WOMAN
Fronted by Kelsey Wilson, Sir Woman blends gospel-influenced soul, R&B, funk, and folk-pop into a sound that’s warm, physical, and alive. The full band brings weight and swing, creating shows that feel loose but intentional, intimate but loud.
We are endlessly grateful to all our sponsors who make these events possible!
THANKS TO THEIR SUPPORT, WE'RE HOSTING 50+ FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER.
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Note: June 19, 2026 falls on a Friday, so the date and day line up perfectly.
Santa Fe Summer Carnival
SANTA FE SUMMER CARNIVAL
JUNE 18TH - 21ST
FREE parking and FREE admission
HOURS OF OPERATION
Thursday: 6-10pm
Friday: 6pm-11pm
Saturday: 3pm-12am
Sunday: 3-9pm
RIDE TICKET INFO
Tickets are valid all day, every day at any of our events. Tickets are for rides only and each ride takes between 4 & 7 tickets.
Ticket Prices:
#1-$1
#20-$20
#40-$35
#100-$75
Wristbands are ONLY valid for the days and hours listed. Wristbands are only valid on the day of purchase when bought in person. We stop selling them 1hr prior to them ending to ensure that each customer has a minimum of 1hr with the band. If you buy online, skip the line and come directly to the pre-sale ticket tent on the midway to redeem your wristbands with your QR code from your phone or from a printed copy.
If bought in advance online, wristbands are $27. If you buy onsite, they are $30
WRISTBAND HOURS:
Thursdays & Fridays : $30 Valid from 6-9pm
Saturdays & Sundays: $30 valid from 3-6pm
Please Check posted height Requirements at ticket booth before purchasing tickets or wristbands.
SANTA FE SUMMER CARNIVAL IS LOCATED AT
Rodeo De Santa Fe
3237 Rodeo Rd
Santa Fe , NM 87507
GRANT KNOXLY Flatcar Series
Our FREE concert series in the Santa Fe Railyard is rolling! Please welcome Grant Knoxlyn, the musician featured in June for our 2026 season of the Flatcar Series!
Nuckolls Brewing Company
June 19, 2026
5:15pm - 6:45pm!
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with live music, delectable food, and refreshing drinks in the iconic Santa Fe Railyard. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of the thriving music community in Santa Fe!
About the Musician — Unforgettable melodies, stunning, visceral poeticism, and the intersection between nature, dreams, and a well-traveled soul define singer/songwriter Grant Knoxlyn's music and artistry. His music and performances exhibit rare and spontaneous charisma that you will carry with you long after hearing it.
Henry Jackson - PRIMAL FIELD
Henry Jackson: Primal Field / Interval
May 15 - June 20, 2026
Artist Reception May 29th 5-7pm
LewAllen Galleries
1613 Paseo de Peralta
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Searows
Searows
w/ Mori
June 18, 2026 • 8:30 pm
DOORS 8:00pm • All Ages
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SEAROWS
Searows, the project of Pacific Northwest singer-songwriter and guitarist Alec Duckart, releases his new album, Death in the Business of Whaling, on January 23, 2026 via Last Recordings On Earth.Though Death in the Business of Whaling arrives as Searows’ second album, it’s the product of many firsts, including his first time recording outside the creative cocoon of his bedroom. His 2022 debut Guard Dog was written, recorded and self-produced in Duckart’s Portland home and independently released with little expectation as to how it would be received. The music soon found a passionate audience that were already sharing snippets of Duckart’s music via communities on TikTok, as well as co-signs from artists like Ethel Cain, Gracie Abrams and Robin Pecknold.
When the time came to commit the collection of ideas for his new record to tape, he set up shop in a converted horse barn outside of Seattle, keen to harness a greater sense of scale and space in the creation of the music, working this time with co-producer Trevor Spencer (Father John Misty, Beach House, Mary Lattimore) to expand his creative vision.
“I had really wonderfully connective and intimate experiences sharing my first couple of projects with live audiences. Those projects were very personal and vulnerable and revealing my life and specific experiences to an audience began to feel a bit dissonant and exposing,” he explains. “One of my favourite things about music is its ability to connect people. It has done so for me time and time again and it has been so special to see my own writing do that for people too. I just began to learn that for myself, there were specifics that I wanted to keep for myself.”
As a result, Duckart became interested in writing songs that read more like folklore. The songs became a vessel for digging deep and exploring his life and point of view, but in a way that spoke outwardly more symbolically than literally. “Something your subconscious understands before your conscious mind does. Visceral rather than literal. And that relationship to our deeper selves, our subconscious, our souls, is a major theme of the album for me. Most of these songs are about the different ways we all bump up against the human condition. Our spirit, the shadow self, our egos, trauma, love and fate. How we cope with our experiences and how we connect and take care of one another in an exceedingly dark and violent world. This record is still deeply personal to me. But it is an attempt to reveal my cards in a more coded, symbolic manner.”
MORI
New York-based and Buenos Aires-born, folk singer-songwriter Mori is known for lyric-driven storytelling and unflinching emotional honesty. Between language learning and an early-found love for music, writing bridged her cultural worlds and gave voice to apologies and explanations left unsaid. Inspired by the likes of Searows, Lizzy McAlpine, and Olivia Dean, she crafts intentional, lyrically-meaty music, which still manages to be easy on the ears via feeling-first production.
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TICKETS
$22 + fees
DAY OF SHOW: $27 + fees
MEMBER + ARTIST PRE-SALE: Wed, Jan 14, 10 am
PUBLIC SALE: Fri, Jan 16, 10 am
CHARITY FEE: Searows has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 from every ticket sold goes to supporting organizations working to provide humanitarian aid to Palestinians and to uplift and protect LGBTQ youth through advocacy, safety, and essential support services.
For online ticketing sales & support, contact Meow Wolf: 1-866-636-9969 or online here.
VIP INFO
Searows' VIP Soundcheck Experience: $92 + fees
- One (1) General Admission ticket
- Invitation to pre-show soundcheck performance by with Searows (2-3 songs)
- Exclusive screen printed poster signed by Alec (Searows)
- Commemorative VIP laminate
- Early merch shopping before doors open to the public
- Early entry into the venue
- Limited availability
VENUE: MEOW WOLF
SEATING: Standing room only
ADA: Please email help@meowwolf.com in advance for ADA accommdations.
PARKING: Yes, at the venue
ALCOHOL: Yes
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINK: No
PROHIBITED ITEMS: Meow Wolf recommends leaving the following items in your car or securing them in a locker. Please review their Prohibited Items list for further questions.
-Backpacks & oversized bags
-Laptops or Tablets
-Oversized coats
-Umbrellas
-Luggage
-Strollers
-Skateboards
-Professional recording equipment
Please be advised that by entering this event, you are agreeing to being filmed and/or photographed, and the resulting assets may be used for Lensic marketing or promotional purposes. Should you wish not to be photographed or recorded on video, please notify a staff member or one of the event photographers/videographers.
Nighttime Mothing
Advance registration recommended
Nighttime in the Garden is the perfect opportunity to go MOTHING! Come investigate the moths visiting the Garden which help pollinate our plants. We'll provide the lights and information and you bring your curiosity.
Date and Time:
Thursday, June 18, 2026
8:00 - 9:00pm
Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, Welcome Ramada, 715 Camino Lejo, 87505
Pricing:
Members: $16
Not-Yet-Members: $20
Calder Allen
Calder Allen
Thursday June 18, 2026 • 7:30 pm
Bar & restaurant opens at 4pm; tickets required after 6:30pm
21+ with valid ID (under 21 admitted only if accompanied by parent or adult legal guardian)
Tickets: $18 adv in person | $21.65 plus fees adv online | $25 day of show
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Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Calder Allen is a fifth-generation Texan whose roots run deep in the state. His mother’s family settled in Austin in the 1890s, while his father’s side put down roots in the Texas Panhandle in the early 1900s. That grounding in Texas tradition was paired with an upbringing steeped in creativity. Calder was exposed to the world of music and art at an early age through his family.
His grandparents, Terry and Jo Harvey Allen, are lifelong career artists who curated an upbringing and culture that encouraged every form of honest artistic expression. Before pursuing it full-time, he had planned on becoming a fly-fishing guide. Introduced to the river life by his brother Sled, he quickly became captivated by the art of fly fishing, setting his priorities around time on the water and exploring river systems across the country.
In 2020, when schools shut down due to the pandemic, Calder used the unexpected time at home to start writing songs. Those early efforts led to his debut studio album, The Game, produced by Charlie Sexton, who quickly became both a mentor and collaborator. Through that process, Calder fell in love with record-making, a discovery that convinced him to change course and commit fully to music. His new album, Fault Lines, recorded at Austin’s renowned Arlyn Studios with Sexton and longtime collaborator Jacob Sciba, is the most complete expression of that decision yet. It’s a deeply personal and cinematic journey through love, loss, self-discovery, and the tension between resilience and fracture. “By the time we started to record this latest album, the working process between the three of us had become a well-oiled machine,” Calder says.
“We all had an understanding of what we were creating and the importance of the songs and how they work together.” With contributions from Sexton, Martie Maguire, Jon Randall, and Jack Ingram, the record builds a layered soundscape that mirrors the emotional highs and lows of Calder’s storytelling. Calder approaches his craft with rare openness, channeling his own experiences while leaving space for others to find themselves in the music. “I allow myself to be completely open and transparent and try to convey what I’m trying to say without paying any attention to how it will be received,” he explains. “I’m not in the catering business. As an artist and songwriter, it’s a responsibility to offer an original perspective on life’s commonalities. We are all so similar, yet we each view the world differently.
To me, the writing process is very obvious—say what you have to say.” Fault Lines is the culmination of Calder Allen’s journey so far—a record that marries the richness of his Texan roots with the depth of his emotional and musical exploration. It marks the arrival of a songwriter unafraid to navigate both his inner landscape and the wide terrain of Americana music.
PRIDE AFTER 5: PRIDE EDITION
Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community at PRIDE After 5, Santa Fe’s LGBTQ+ networking event!
Meet fellow professionals, creatives, and community members in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where you can build relationships, share ideas, and celebrate queer excellence.
Whether you’re new to Santa Fe or a familiar face, PRIDE After 5 is your chance to unwind, make meaningful connections, and be part of something vibrant.
The Light Eaters: An Evening with Zoé Schlanger
Join us for The Light Eaters: An Evening with Zoë Schlanger, part of the Santa Fe Botanical Garden’s Science and Conservation Speaker Series, held at the New Mexico Museum of Art’s St. Francis Auditorium. Blending cutting-edge science with compelling storytelling, Schlanger—author of The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth—explores the emerging field of plant intelligence and what it reveals about how plants sense, communicate, and interact with the living world around them. This special evening invites audiences to consider the profound relationships between plants, pollinators, and ecosystems, and how these connections shape the future of conservation.General admission tickets include entry to the 6:00pm lecture in the auditorium, followed by a book signing in partnership with Collected Works Bookstore.*VIP Experience*
A limited number of VIP tickets are available for an exclusive 5:00pm courtyard reception with the author, featuring wine and light hors d’oeuvres.Date: June 16, 2026
Time:
**5:00 – 6:00pm: VIP Reception**
6:00 – 7:00pm: Presentation and Discussion
7:00pm: Author Book SigningLocationNew Mexico Museum of Art, St. Francis Auditorium, 107 W Palace Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501Pricing
SFBG Member $25.00
Not-Yet-Member $35.00
VIP SFBG Member $75.00
VIP Not-Yet-Member $100.00**SFBG Members** You must sign in to take advantage of the presale. If you already have an account, click the “Sign in” button at the top of this page. If you do not have an account, click the “Register” button to create an account. If you receive an error or have questions, email info@santafebotanicalgarden.org.https://visitsfbg.org/.../the-light-eaters-an-evening.../
Santa Fe Botanical Garden Volunteer Fair
Are you ready to dig in? Join us on June 14th for our Volunteer Fair, where you can meet the dedicated staff and some of our wonderful volunteers who celebrate, cultivate, and conserve the rich botanical heritage of our beautiful region every single day!
Whether you love education, the arts, conservation, or simply getting your hands in the soil, there is a role here for you. Come discover how you can join a vibrant community of more than 150 volunteers working together, in partnership with nature, to make the Santa Fe Botanical Garden a treasure we all call home!
Date and Time:
Sunday June, 14, 2026
11:00am – 1:00pm
Location:
Santa Fe Botanical Garden, Hendricksen Pavilion, 715 Camino Lejo, 87505
Pricing:
Free $0

