annual events
Taos celebrates the culture and arts – visual, performing, culinary, musical, literary – over and over, all year long. Artists, writers and musicians are heroes in Taos. Plan to visit Taos during one of its annual community festivals.
Throughout the year
Take away a unique experience by attending the Pueblos during their dances and events that are open to the public.
January 31 – February 4, 2019
Every year in Taos visitors and locals alike savor the ability to combine world class skiing with fine wines and great cuisine.
January 2019
Honoring Military Families during the Taos Ski Valley Not Forgotten Outreach Military Family Appreciation Ski Week.
Artistry and inspiration are in the air this spring in Taos! Taos Spring Arts: Celebrating Art, Culture and Music will show… Read more »
May 11 – 13, 2018
If you’re looking to make a splash this Mother’s Day, look no further than the 2018 Mother’s Day Rio Grande Whitewater Races!
May 11 – 13, 2018
Three day free family oriented music festival to celebrate mothers day. 20 Bands, Beer, Food, Rock, New Mexican & Tejano Music
May 17, 2018
The 4th annual Dennis Hopper Day Rally, Ride, BBQ , Film Festival and concert to commemorate this counter-culture icon.
May 18 – 20, 2018
Lilacs peak in Taos the last two weeks of May. Plan your visit to Taos for the Taos Lilac Festival for a full weekend of festivities.
Wednesdays May 30 – August 8, 2018
Get the family together and enjoy Taos’ beautiful spring and summer nights with movies at Kit Carson Park.
May 24 – 28, 2018
Get ready for the rumble as 20,000 bikers from all different backgrounds line Main Street for one crazy party.
Every Thursday, May 31 – August 23, 2018 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Free live music events on Taos Plaza. Bring your chairs, blanket and picnics.
June 1-3, 2018
3 Day Annual Music Festival at Taos Mesa Brewing. Featuring over 25 bands, onsite camping, food vendors and craft beer.
Jun 7 – 30, 2018
Cantos de Taos group perform solos and ensembles all over the Taos region in many diverse venues.
Taos’ Line-Up of Summer Bike Events and Trail Runs for the Adventure Traveler.
June 14, 2018
Taos’ own creatives present 20 slides in 20 seconds at this favorite, almost always sold-out event!
Summer 2018 Music in the Park hosts a free concert 4th of July, Michael Franti and Spearhead and The Original Wailers June 9, 2018 and more.
4th of July, 2018
Taos and Taos Ski Valley Parades, Parties, Free Live Concert in the Park and Fireworks.
July 7, 2018 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Join us for the 2nd Annual Summer Bacon & Brews at Taos Ski Valley. Bring your friends and sample beer and bacon from across the Southwest while cooling off in the mountain air.
July 14 & 15, 2018
A powwow is the common fiber which draws Indian people together, it is a time for sharing with old friends and making new friends.
July 20 – 22, 2018
Annual celebration of the feast of Santa Ana and Santiago; featuring music, food, and dance – held on historical Taos Plaza.
July 28 – 28, 2018
Motet on the Mesa is an intimate festival that includes 2 days of music and starlight camping at vintage trailer hotel, Hotel Luna Mystica, just steps away.
August 3-4, 2018
Amp Concerts & Meow Wolf Bring Unique Music Weekend Experience To Kit Carson Park
August 17th – 19th, 2018
Wine tastings, food, hiking, live music and more will fill your weekend in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains!
When: August 10-11, 2018 Where: Taos Mesa Brewing Mothership More Information: taosmesabrewing.com Tickets and Festival Information: holdmyticket.com Early Bird Tickets… Read more »
Saturday August 11th, 2018
Back for its 9th year Dog Days of Summer Concert will feature top-notch talent and will benefit Stray Hearts Animal Shelter in Taos
August 17 – September 1, 2018
World-renowned artists perform an impressive array of works from great classical, romantic, baroque and contemporary masters.
August 25, 2018
The Glam Trash Fashion Show combines art, recycling and fashion into a glamtastic all ages non-profit annual event.
September 6 – 8, 2018
The best artists in Americana, Folk, Bluegrass, Singer-Songwriter and everything in between.
September 14 & 15, 2018
The Paseo Project is a free Art Festival held annually in Taos featuring national and international installation artists.
September 21 – 30, 2018
Taos Fall Arts Festival since 1974 is the oldest arts festival in Taos and showcases emerging and established artists.
September 30 – May 27, 2018
There is something different about making music in New Mexico – its endless vistas and open landscapes infuse creativity.
October 6 & 7, 2018
Immerse yourself in the more than 400 years of wool tradition with two days of exhibits, booths, food and fun.
October 7, 2018 Noon – 4:00PM
Showcasing the top Taos restaurants. Family Fun and Music for all!
October 12 & 13, 2018
Story Slam, Story Swap, Workshops, Children’s Stories, and the annual Storytelling Festival.
Wednesday October 31, 2018
Games, Prizes, Haunted House, Trunk or Treat, Children’s activities and after parties.
October 26-28, 2018
Taos skies are filled with dozens of brightly colored hot air balloons lifting into the clear, cold dawn of a Taos Mountain sunrise.
November and December 2018
Yuletide in Taos is the name we give to all the unique New Mexican celebrations that happen throughout the holiday season.
November 3 & 4, 2018
The oldest continuously run studio tour in the state, this “Collected Works” show, features outstanding pieces of work by each of the artists on the tour.
Taos celebrates the culture and arts – visual, performing, culinary, musical, literary, all year long. Come join the fun.
The arts & crafts festivals of Taos provide a great opportunity to find unique, handmade, attractively priced items.
