Shhh! Here’s a little secret: October is one of the best times of year to visit Santa Fe. Temperatures drop and the crowds dissipate, giving you the opportunity for a “secret season” visit to experience some of the city’s most exciting happenings. So here are the must-see events and activities in…
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Each year, thousands flock to New Mexico to visit our southern neighbors and experience the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. This phenomenon in its 53rd year, October 4–12, 2025, is the largest ballooning event on earth, the most photographed event on earth, and the largest annual…
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September in Santa Fe is a magical time. The smell of green chile roasting fills the crisp mountain air, while the aspens turn golden and shimmer with the breeze. Temperatures begin to drop, but the autumn event season really begins to heat up! Here are several of The City Different's can't-miss…
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Friday, August 29, 2025 marks the 101st Burning of Zozobra! He's a century old! Each year, Santa Fe's original burning man Zozobra, a 50-foot tall, storied marionette, is built anew. And each year he is stuffed with thousands of paper "glooms"––love letters, divorce papers, photos, speeding…
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In August, Santa Fe continues to celebrate not only its heritage, but its values of artistic expression, inclusivity, and diversity. As you weave your way through several traditions important to the cultural fabric, you will be constantly reminded of the majestic and enriched beauty of The City…
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It’s officially spring, drawing our attention to the blooming of Santa Fe’s vast, high-elevation landscape. Artists and art lovers have long been inspired by it, so too our diverse cultural influences, our rich history, and our modern, yet outpost-like vibe. Not to mention The City Different’s…
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Many argue summer is the best time to visit The City Different. The city is in full bloom, the weather is near perfect, and there is oh so much to do. If you are planning a trip to Santa Fe this summer, don’t miss these must-see markets, festivals, and exhibitions. LOCAL ARTISAN MARKETS…
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Welcome to 2025 and all that Santa Fe has to offer —world-class cuisine, extraordinary visual and performing arts, access to the great outdoors, a 415-year-old history as the oldest state capital in the country, built on Native American Tewa land, still referred to as O’Ga P’Ogeh (Tewa for White…
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Santa Fe, the oldest capital city in the United States, and the northernmost frontier of the Spanish colonies, was founded in 1610. Early fiestas and town fairs included Native American dances and Spanish classical and folkloric dancing. In the early 20th century, flamenco, a centuries-old art form…
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Santa Fe is a perfect winter holiday getaway! The City Different never looked prettier dressed in all her holiday color and lights! Plus, our beloved historic traditions and annual celebrations are open for all to enjoy. Interested in bright blue skies with crisp, frosty air and a ski-ready…
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