Note: NASPD only coordinates the optional events available through registration. All other events/activities listed below as possible suggestions to consider while in Santa Fe should be verified with the provider, as times and availability fluctuate. The information/photos used are from a variety of sources.
Optional NASPD Activities
Historic Santa Fe Walking Tour
Organized by NASPD - $35.00 Per Person 08:30 am - 10:30 am
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Walk through more than 400 years of history, art, and culture. Our guide presents an extraordinary introduction to Santa Fe and provides an entertaining and accurate portrayal of the "City Different." Visit the historic Plaza and learn about the Palace of the Governors (whose occupants have included government and military leaders from Spain, Mexico, the Confederacy, the U.S. and Indian nations) and St. Francis Cathedral, the state capitol, and other major Santa Fe historical sites.
Transportation & gratuity included.
Docent led Tour of The La Fonda's Art Collection
Organized by NASPD - Complimentary 05:15 pm - 06:00 pm
Thursday, June 6, 2024
La Fonda's has a 95 year old history that will transport you back in time. Join us for a complimentary docent-led art & history tour of the hotel which is filled with stories about Fred Harvey and the Harvey girls, the architecture and the beautiful art collection that graces the lobby, hallways and rooms in the hotel.
Complimentary champagne will be served.
Bandelier National Monument Tour
Organized by NASPD - $130.00 Per Person 08:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Travel to Bandelier National Monument where you’ll descend into a canyon filled with the ruins of the Anasazi Indians, colloquially "the Ancient Ones." Located on the Pajarito Plateau of the Jemez Mountains, Bandelier was the home of the Anasazi from the eleventh to fourteenth centuries. Excavated over 90 years ago, these ruins were once home to over 200 people, ancestors of today's Pueblo Indians. You may walk along easy paths past the remains of ancient Pueblo dwellings to the cliff dwellings where you can climb ladders to peer inside.
Transportation & gratuity included.
Santa Fe Railyard Farmer's Market with a Local Chef Tour
Organized by NASPD - $115.00 Per Person 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Saturday, June 8, 2024
The market that began with a handful of farmers in the late 1960s is now New Mexico’s largest farmers’ market and one of the most widely recognized markets in the United States. The Santa Fe Farmers Market represents over 150 active vendors and features hundreds of different agricultural products. In addition to the freshest of seasonal products, you can always find a variety of local artisans with their hand-crafted textiles, jewelry, crafts, etc. Today we tour the market with a local chef to meet our farmer’s and try some samples!
The Santa Fe Margarita Trail promises to be one of your most memorable Santa Fe adventures. This one-of-a-kind margarita experience allows you to taste 50 of the best margaritas in the world. Get your paper Passport or download the app today!
Time: From 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Location: Downtown Santa Fe
See for yourself why Santa Fe was named the “best art gallery and museum town on earth.” Explore galleries along Palace Avenue and the historic museum district during the Downtown First Friday Art Walk.
Participating locations include: Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, 217 Johnson, Hecho Gallery, 129 W. Palace, IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Arts Store, 108 Cathedral, Keep Contemporary, 142 Lincoln, Museum of New Mexico Foundation Museum Shops, 107 W. Palace, New Mexico History Museum, 113 Lincoln, New Mexico Museum of Art, 107 W. Palace, Patina Gallery, 131 W. Palace, Sorrel Sky Gallery, 125 W. Palace, Strata Gallery, 418 Cerrillos Road, Ste. 1-C, and William R. Talbot Fine Art, Antique Maps & Prints, 125 Lincoln
Here you will find the highest density of galleries in the US (100+) and the heart of Santa Fe’s gallery scene along a half-mile, tree-lined pedestrian-friendly stretch. Once all private homes, the charming adobe buildings now host pieces ranging from contemporary to traditional, Western to Native American to abstract, created by artists from all over the world. Time your visit with artist-led events and outdoor festivals, and explore small eateries, cafes, and award-winning, fine-dining restaurants.
Get ready for the Adventure of a lifetime! Climb aboard and expect the unexpected as you travel the historic rail between Santa Fe and Lamy, NM. Entertainers, music, great food, and drink await you on Sky Railway.
The Railyard is truly the new gathering place for all of Santa Fe’s citizens and its visitors. Come meet friends and family. Have a great meal and view great contemporary art. See exciting performances. Choose from the best locally grown produce. Ride your bike or take a train. Find a gift for a friend. Relax or play in the park.
Here you can explore four world-class museums and enjoy a peaceful setting amid great views. Plan on an entire day to partake of the art, history, and culture of the Native American Southwest, the Spanish colonial past, and folk traditions from around the world at the Museum of Indian Arts & Culture, Museum of International Folk Art, Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian and Museum of Spanish Colonial Art. The best spot for kids is the International Folk Art Museum. There's plenty of parking and great spots to pause outdoors and admire the larger-than-life sculptures on the property.
The original permanent Meow Wolf exhibition, House of Eternal Return is a monumental achievement in DIY world creation and collaboration, featuring over 70 rooms made by local and community artists.
Do you remember a time when the skies were darker, the stars brighter and the wonder and awe of the night sky was enough to captivate the imagination? Astronomy Adventures does. No visit to Santa Fe should be considered complete without an evening under our enchanting and star-studded night sky. We invite you to join us for an experience far beyond the ordinary. Here in New Mexico, we still have skies that are clear and dark enough to explore the many fascinating jewels of the night. Spend an evening getting acquainted with some of nature's most distant and beautiful creations. Come along and get re-connected to your sense of curiosity and wonder. Tours are available for groups of up to 200 people. Equipment provided.
Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument is a geologic wonder, full of towering cone-shaped tent rock formations formed after volcanic eruptions took place six to seven million years ago. Explore the contoured canyons and arroyos carved over the centuries by wind and water on a national recreational trail containing two segments. The Cave Loop Trail is an easy 1.2-mile hike. The more challenging Canyon Trail takes you 1.5 miles one-way into a narrow canyon then steeply up a 630-foot climb to the top of a mesa, with spectacular views of surrounding mountains. (Check the weather report before setting out to hike here as the canyon can flash flood and lightning can strike the ridges.) This is also a wonderful spot for viewing wildlife.
Tesuque Casino isn't just another place to play your favorite games- it's a new experience. One that invites you to indulge your senses, while leaving your cares at the door. With over 800 slot machines, as well as 10 table games, Tesuque Casino ensures great play, no matter what your game of choice. Minutes north of Santa Fe; dining, entertainment, and gaming.
Fragrant wisteria vines cascading over an adobe wall, a hand-carved rustic door leading to a secret courtyard and plastered adobe walls mixed with mica or straw glistening in the sun. Join us on an exclusive and charming tour that looks at the important role three primary architectural styles have played in Santa Fe’s historic, social, and cultural contexts. Spend your Thursday or Friday morning walking Santa Fe’s Historic Eastside neighborhood, exploring the distinctive architecture this region is known for. You’ll discover the beauty that distinguishes the three styles of New Mexican architecture: Pueblo, Spanish Territorial, and Northern New Mexican. As you walk down small winding residential backroads of Canyon Road’s Gallery district, you will begin to discern the traditional appeal of the New Mexican Pueblo style, the classic elegance of Spanish Territorial, and the tall narrow pitched roofs of the Northern New Mexico style.
We aim to unveil and explore the hidden gems that take you beyond the tourist path. Explore our rich culture, art, and heritage shared by our expert tour guides. Our pedal assist tour is an educational and fun adventure connecting you to The City Different! Experience the cultural crossroads, the majesty and colorful diversity of Santa Fe!
Discover one-of-a-kind, handcrafted treasures on your shopping odyssey into exquisite locally owned and independent boutiques and charming stores. Or shop for art at 250+ galleries and a dozen art festivals in one of the largest art markets in the US.
Hotspots include:
• Historic Plaza, Native American Artisans Portal
• East Palace Avenue, Sena Plaza
• East Marcy Street
• Canyon Road
• Railyard, Baca, Guadalupe Districts
• DeVargas Center
Wherever you go, you will find a shopper’s paradise of Southwest specialties and wonders from around the world.
