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Santa Fe Fiesta Events

June 2025
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Vespers, Knighting and Coronation

Each summer the faithful of Santa Fe gather to ensure that Don Diego de Vargas’ promise is kept to honor the oldest Marian statue in the United States, Nuestra Senora de la Paz, La Conquistadora. This beautiful tradition begins with the knighting and coronation mass for the individuals selected to portray the roles of Don […]
09 Jun
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
131 Cathedral Pl, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Procession to Rosario Chapel

Immediately after the Knighting and Coronation mass, hundreds of New Mexicans retrace their ancestor’s footsteps and process to Rosario Chapel. Dignitaries, Santa Fe Fiesta Council Members, parishioners, and clergy of the various parishes all process in honor of our lady. La Conquistadora is carried as rose petals are strewn in front of her as she […]
09 Jun
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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August 2025

Pre-Fiesta Show

Come witness, hear, and feel the excitement in the air as the 313th Fiesta de Santa Fe approaches. Join us in the Plaza de Santa Fe for music and fun at the Pre-Fiesta Show! This is a free all ages event. See you on the Plaza! Schedule: TBA  
23 Aug
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Santa Fe Plaza
63 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Mariachi Extravaganza de Santa Fe

Swirling dresses, stamping feet and ringing trumpets welcome participants to a passionate musical experience of traditional, contemporary and classical tastes. The piñon studded hills at The Santa Fe Opera set the stage for an extraordinary sunset and the vivid color, joyous sound and sheer cheer of internationally known award-winning artists and rising stars in the […]
30 Aug
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Santa Fe Opera
301 Opera Dr, Santa Fe, NM 87506
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September 2025
City and County Opening

Misa de Pregón

Fiesta officially begins at 6 AM at the Pregón de la Fiesta on Fiesta Friday. The faithful of Santa Fe gather to complete the promise made by Governor Don Diego de Vargas in September of 1692 upon his arrival in Santa Fe. The Mayor of Santa Fe issues the formal proclamation declaring the start of […]
05 Sep
6:00 am - 7:00 am
Rosario Chapel
499 N Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Bandstand on the Plaza (Sept. 5)

The Plaza Gazebo is transformed to a concert venue all of fiesta weekend featuring New Mexico’s most popular artiste’ that amuse and entertain guests. Whether it is historic dances by Pueblo Indians, feather and gilded Aztec dancers, vibrant costumes by Mexican folklorico dancers, or the ritual drama performed by Matachine dances, each convey the rich […]
05 Sep
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Santa Fe Plaza
63 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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