Santa Fe Festivals

Annual Events & Cultural Celebrations

Art & Culture Festivals

Here are must visit Santa Fe festivals to explore during your stay at The Mystic:

Santa Fe Indian Market
The Santa Fe Indian Market is one of the largest showcases of Native American art, bringing over 1,000 artists to downtown Santa Fe each August. This festival highlights Indigenous traditions, performances, and cultural heritage.

International Folk Art Market (IFAM)
The International Folk Art Market features more than 150 artists from around the globe, celebrating handmade crafts, music, and cultural exchange. It’s a highlight of Santa Fe Festivals that emphasizes global creativity and connection.

Traditional Spanish Market
The Traditional Spanish Market celebrates Hispanic heritage with handmade art, traditional crafts, and live performances. This annual event transforms Santa Fe Plaza into a vibrant hub of history and culture.

Zozobra
Zozobra, also called “Old Man Gloom,” is burned each year to symbolically cast away the city’s troubles. This dramatic spectacle kicks off the Fiestas de Santa Fe and is one of the most famous Santa Fe Festivals.

Food & Wine Festivals

Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta
The Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta combines New Mexico’s iconic chile dishes with regional wines for a week of tastings and events. Chefs, winemakers, and food lovers gather to celebrate the city’s renowned culinary scene.

Santa Fe Harvest Festival
The Santa Fe Harvest Festival offers family friendly fun with pumpkin patches, ristra making, and artisan vendors. This autumn celebration highlights Santa Fe’s agricultural traditions and seasonal charm.

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Film & Performing Arts

Santa Fe Film Festival
The Santa Fe Film Festival showcases independent films, documentaries, and local productions across multiple venues. As one of the top Santa Fe Festivals, it offers panels, premieres, and opportunities to meet filmmakers.

Other Notable Events

Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta just an hour from Santa Fe, fills the sky with hundreds of colorful hot air balloons each October. Many visitors to The Mystic attend this iconic festival while enjoying their stay.

Mystic Events
In addition to major Santa Fe Festivals, The Mystic also hosts its own special events throughout the year. Explore upcoming experiences on our events calendar.