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Featured Events


November 01 - 02, 2008 Dixon Studio Tour
January 06, 2009 Buffalo Dance
July 10 - 12, 2009 Taos Pueblo Pow Wow
November 26, 2008 Red River Ski Area Opens

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These are the highlights of Taos' many community events. Gallery openings, concerts, film series and Indian ceremonial dances occur throughout the year. Stop by Taos Visitor Center when you get to town for a complete calendar or find it online. Additional online event calendars can be found at Taos Chamber of Commerce's website and at the Village of Taos Ski Valley Chamber of Commerce website. Taos News Tempo offers highlights of this week in Taos.


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Through December 31, 2008 Hacienda Heritage Photography Exhibit 'En Divina Luz'

A photographic exhibition by Craig Varjabedian documenting the Penitente culture unique to northern New Mexico and southern Colorado.

Location: Martinez Hacienda
Through October 19, 2008 Fall Art Workshop Series

Experience a wide range of creative workshops this fall - storytelling, jewelry making, weaving, etc.

Location: Taos Ski Valley
Through January 18, 2009 Silence in the Storm-Icons and Images

Opening Reception, Thursday, September 4th, 5:30-7:30 pm. This will be the first exhibition to feature all original works by Father William Hart McNichols. This exhibition will reflect the sacred images that are an integral part of the cultures of Taos and Northern New Mexico and their links to other religious communities around the world.

Location: Millicent Rogers Museum
Through October 15, 2008 Fall Foliage

A special time of year in Taos Ski Valley when the aspen trees change to a golden color. This majestic backdrop provides an ideal setting for photographers, artist groups and weddings. Perfect weather and scenery for hiking and horseback riding!

Location: Taos Ski Valley
Through October 13, 2008 34th Annual Taos Fall Arts Festival

Open daily 10-5, featuring three prestigious shows - Taos Invites Taos, Taos Open, and the Special Exhibition: The Taos Living Masters Invitational.

Location: 121 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos
October 09 - 12, 2008 Taos Mountain Film Festival

The film festival for mountaineers, mountain lovers, and mountain characters.

Location: Various screening places in Taos
October 17 - 18, 2008 Taos Storytelling Festival

Don’t you love attending an event that stirs your imagination, evokes deep laughter and perhaps tears? Welcome to storytelling, an art form that fills your mind, body and heart. For more info, call 575-758-0081.

Location: Taos Community Auditorium
October 23, 2008 Haunted Hacienda

Come in costume and bring your friends and family to celebrate Halloween and Dia de los Muertos. New Mexico scholar Larry Torres will give an entertaining and informative lecture on local ghouls and goblins. Free. 5 pm - 7 pm

Location: La Hacienda de los Martinez
October 24 - 26, 2008 26th Annual Taos Mountain Balloon Rally

Mass hot air balloon accesions, parade and picnic, balloomenshine (hot air balloon shine at dusk). Call 575.758.9210 for more info,

Location: Taos
November 01 - 02, 2008 Dixon Studio Tour

Come to the little village of Dixon, wander among the orchards and visit the 30 some open studios featuring a full spectrum of contemporary and traditional fine art and crafts.

Location: Studios & workshops around Dixon
November 08, 2008 Calling of the Snow

Join us at the base of the ski area as we ring in another great snow season. Free food & drinks, bonfire,snow calling contest, snow dance--and of course the burning of the "Snowzobra"! Admission is FREE.

Location: Angel Fire Resort
November 11, 2008 Veterans Day

Ceremonies at Vietnam Veterans Memorial beginning at 11 a.m.

Location: Angel Fire
November 26, 2008 Red River Ski Area Opens

The fun begins in Red River: The Ski Town of the Southwest

Location: Red River Ski Area
November 27, 2008 Switch on the Holidays

Annual Christmas tree lighting, caroling, and a visit from Santa!

Location: Brandenburg Park, Red River
November 27, 2008 Opening Day Taos Ski Valley

Opening Day for the 08-09 season!

Location: Taos Ski Valley
November 28 - 30, 2008 Holiday Market

Arts and crafts just in time for holiday shoppers.

Location: Angel Fire Community Center
November 28, 2008 - December 31, 2008 Yuletide in Taos

Celebrate the Season in Taos with caroling, tree lightings and other seasonal events.

Location: Taos Plaza
December 01, 2008 - February 28, 2009 New Mexico "Taken for Granted"

New Deal's Public Art & Buildings - photo exhibit celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the New Deal Legacy in New Mexico.

Location: Fechin House, Taos
December 06, 2008 11th Annual Holiday Fiesta

Come celebrate the Holiday Season and the diverse arts and cultures of northern New Mexico! Children will have the opportunity to make holiday presents for giving and to visit with Santa! Noon-3pm; a free community day event.

Location: Millicent Rogers Museum
December 13, 2008 Lighting of Ledoux

Join the museums, galleries, studios and merchants of Ledoux Street usher in the holiday season. The historic street is lined with luminarias and homes/businesses boast farolitos, music and refreshments. 5-7:30pm.

Location: Ledoux Street (next to Taos Plaza)
December 13, 2008 Christmas Carnival & Holiday Skating Exhibition

Location: Taos Youth & Family Center
December 15, 2008 Benefit Day

All lift tickets just $15! 100% of proceeds benefit NMX Sports, an Albuquerque-based non-profit organization. No passes or discounts will be accepted. It's all for charity.

Location: Angel Fire Resort
December 20, 2008 Winter Wonderland Party

Join in the magic of the holidays from 3-5pm - Santa, farolitos, luminarias, food, drinks, singing & merry-making.

Location: John Dunn Shops, Taos
December 20, 2008 Angel Fire Opening Day

Location: Angel Fire Resort
December 20, 2008 Brewmaster's Festival

Bring your friends and sample beers from 25 breweries from across the southwest region. Located in Tenderfoot Katie's and the Martini Tree Bar. 4:30-7pm.

Location: Taos Ski Valley
December 24, 2008 Torchlight Parade and Fireworks

Beginning at dusk at the base of ski mountain.

Location: Angel Fire Resort
December 24, 2008 Christmas Eve Procession

No where else on Earth can you experience this magical event. A stunning contrast between bonfires and the Procession of the Virgin is a pagaent of beauty, heritage and awe inspiring imagery. Sundown.

Location: Taos Pueblo
December 24 - 25, 2008 Ski & Snowboard with Santa

Location: Ski Slopes at Angel Fire Resort
December 24, 2008 Torchlight Parade and Festival of Illumination

In the base area beginning at 6 p.m. a great way to kick off your Christmas Eve celebrations. A Luminaria Tour of farolitos will light the way from Amizette to the Resort Center and Torchlight Parade.

Location: On slope, Taos Ski Valley
December 25, 2008 Taos Pueblo Deer or Matachines Dance

Traditional Christmas Day dances. Dances begin at 2pm. No cameras or cell phones allowed.

Location: the plaza at Taos Pueblo
December 25, 2008 Luminaria Tour

Location: Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area
December 31, 2008 New Year's Eve Celebration

Start your New Year's Eve celebration with the torchlight parade and fireworks display beginning at 6 p.m. followed by festivities throughout the valley.

Location: On Slope at Taos Ski Valley
December 31, 2008 New Year's Eve Torchlight Parade

Celebrate New Year's on the slopes with a Torchlight Parade; begins at 7pm.

Location: Red River ski area
December 31, 2008 Torchlight Parade & Fireworks

Location: Angel Fire Resort
January 01, 2009 Turtle Dance

Traditional Taos Pueblo Turtle Dance marks the beginning of a new year. 8am-1pm.

Location: Taos Pueblo
January 06, 2009 Buffalo Dance

A symbol of abundance during the winter months, traditional Buffalo Dances begin at 2pm.

Location: Taos Pueblo
January 24 - 25, 2009 Big Ol' Texas Weekend

Come join us for our 5th Annual Big Ol' Texas Weekend as we celebrate the people of Texas! Texas-themed events and live music are just a couple of the things in store for this weekend.

Location: Angel Fire Resort
January 31, 2009 Winter Wine Festival

Because you love to ski and you love fine wine...enjoy spectacular wine and food events throughout Taos and Taos Ski Valley. Don't miss the Grand Tasting at Taos Ski Valley on Jan 31st.

February 19 - 24, 2009 Mardi Gras in the Mountains

Red River knows how to celebrate Mardi Gras! Daily parades with colorful floats, complete with krewes in costume tossing Mardi Gras beads. Creole music and spicy Cajun cooking. Laisse le bon temps roule!

Location: The streets of Red River
February 21 - 22, 2009 Subaru Master the Mountain Event

Free ski lessons, ski patrol demonstrations and lots of giveaways throughout the weekend!

Location: Taos Ski Valley
February 28, 2009 Just Desserts 'Eat and Ski'

Cross country ski on groomed trails to arrive at a smorgasborg of delicious desserts!

Location: Enchanted Forest Cross-Country Ski Area
March 04 - 07, 2009 Salomon Extreme Freeride Championship

Top extreme skiers from across the Rocky Mountain region compete for a cash purse and prizes in this IFSA sanctioned event. Snowboarding division just added!

Location: Taos Ski Valley
March 14 - 28, 2009 Beach Weeks

Better know as... SPRING BREAK! Be wild and crazy in our fresh deep snow.

Location: Red River Ski Area
March 21, 2009 Ernie Blake Birthday Celebration

Come celebrate the birthday of TSV's founder, Ernie Blake. A fireworks display and torchlight parade begins at 7pm and can be seen from anywhere in the base area. Festivities to follow in the Martini Tree Bar.

Location: Taos Ski Valley
March 29, 2009 Closing Day at Red River

After a glorious deep snow season, Red River Ski Area closes today.

Location: Red River Ski Area
April 05, 2009 Pond Skimming Championship

Last day of the season ends with a bang! Come watch people use any means necessary to skim across a 80ft pool of ice cold water. Don't miss the fun!

Location: Taos Ski Valley, at the base of Strawberry Hill
April 12, 2009 Easter Egg Hunt

A bright and fun event! Children welcome to hunt for hidden Easter Eggs. Starts at 1pm. For more info, call 575-758-8398.

Location: Kit Carson Park, Taos
May 01 - 31, 2009 26th Annual Taos Spring Arts Celebration

Taos celebrates all the arts that have made it a famous destination - museum exhibitions, gallery openings, musical events, stage performances and dining delights. Info: 575-751-8800.

Location: Throughout Taos
May 03, 2009 Santa Cruz Feast Day Dances

Blessing of the fields and corn dance. no cameras or cell phones

Location: Taos Pueblo
May 08 - 10, 2009 Spring Arts & Crafts Fair

Artists and craftspersons from around the region sell their wares; music, food & entertainment.

Location: Kit Carson Park, Taos
May 09, 2009 International Migratory Bird Count

Feeder watchers welcome. Must pre-register at 575.377.6128

Location: Angel Fire
May 15 - 16, 2009 Run for the Wall

800-445-8117

Location: Vietnam Veteran's Memorial State Park
May 16, 2009 Folk Life Festival

A free community day event. Enjoy traditional arts and crafts demonstrations by Native American and Hispanic artists - music performances, dance and storytelling, and bread baking demonstrations in the Museum's horno. Tasty regional food will be available.

Location: Millicent Rogers Museum
May 22 - 25, 2009 26th Annual Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally/Run

Thousands of motorcycles, live music, food, and beautiful scenery. Join in the Memorial Day 25-mile parade to the Vietnam Memorial.

Location: Red River
May 24 - 25, 2009 Memorial Weekend Ceremonies

Flag March, service & speakers.

Location: Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Angel Fire
May 24 - 25, 2009 New Mexico Veteran's Healing Fields

Veteran's memorial event honoring New Mexico's military support of our nation. Outdoor presentations; Veteran's Ceremony Sun May 25 at 1pm.

Location: Questa
June 05 - 07, 2009 Red River Classic Car Show

Annual car show features all years, makes and models. Night parades, hula hoop contests, bubble gum blowing contests, cake walks, pancake breakfast, and road rally.

Location: Brandenburg Park, Red River
June 13, 2009 San Antonio Feast Day

Traditional corn dance. No cameras.

Location: Taos Pueblo
June 20 - 21, 2009 6th Annual Fine Art & Wine Festival

Enjoy the perfect match - fine art & fine wine - at this weekend event in Red River.

Location: Brandenburg Park
June 21, 2009 - August 06, 2009 46th Annual Chamber Music Festival

An 8-week program devoted to the study and performance of chamber music, including 19 International Young Artists' performances.

Location: TCA/Taos & Hotel St. Bernard/Taos Ski Valley
June 22, 2009 Full Moon Hike to Williams Lake

Enjoy guided hiking tours to Williams Lake at sunset on the beautiful mountains in Taos Ski Valley. For more information call 575-776-1413.

Location: Taos Ski Valley
June 24, 2009 San Juan Feast Day

Sunrise mass at San Geronimo church, traditional Corn Dance. No cameras.

Location: Taos Pueblo plaza
June 26 - 28, 2009 Taos Solar Music Festival

Come experience great music and interactive alternative energy displays at the 11th Annual Taos Solar Music Festival in Taos "the Solar capital of the world."

Location: Kit Carson Park, Taos
June 27 - 28, 2009 Annual Rodeo de Taos

Experience the fun of the rodeo! Barrel racing, roping, bull riding, and more!

Location: Taos Rodeo Grounds
July 03 - 11, 2009 Toast of Taos Wine Festival

A wine and food celebration! Events include wine tastings, Art D'Vine Gallery Tour, wine class, wine dinners, and art/wine auction.

Location: Civic Center, Taos art galleries & restaurants, Taos Country Club
July 03 - 05, 2009 Arts & Crafts Fair (Freedom from Violence)

Celebrate! Freedom from Violence Arts & Crafts Fair. For more info, call 575-758-3873.

Location: Kit Carson Park
July 04, 2009 4th of July Celebration and Parade

Celebrate The Great American Holiday in Red River.

Location: Downtown Red River
July 04, 2009 4th of July Activities in Eagle Nest

11am-5pm Fireman's BBQ 2pm Parade down Main Street 9:30pm/dark Fireworks over Eagle Nest Lake!

Location: Eagle Nest
July 04, 2009 4th of July Celebration

Come celebrate Independence Day and the Village's Birthday in small town fashion. Parade, duck race, fun games & live music. Kids can ride on the firetruck! Parade starts at 2pm; music & events follow the parade. Free.

Location: Village of Taos Ski Valley
July 04, 2009 Arroyo Seco Parade

You never know what you'll see at Arroyo Seco's annual Independence Day parade - festivities begin at noon.

Location: Arroyo Seco
July 10 - 12, 2009 Taos Pueblo Pow Wow

Gathering of Indian Nations at Taos Pueblo. Competition dancing, drumming, Native American food & arts and craft booths.

Location: Taos Pueblo Pow Wow Grounds
July 21, 2009 Full Moon Hike to Williams Lake

Enjoy guided hiking tours to Williams Lake at sunset on the beautiful mountains in Taos Ski Valley. For more information call 575-776-1413.

Location: Taos Ski Valley
July 24 - 26, 2009 Las Fiestas de Taos

Feast Day celebration of Taos Patron Saints, Santiago and Santana, food, music, vendors, parades, dancers and more.

Location: Taos Plaza
July 25 - 26, 2009 Feast Days of Santiago and Santa Ana

Saints days celebrated with traditional Corn Dances on the plaza. No cameras.

Location: Taos Pueblo
August 08 - 09, 2009 Taos Summer Arts & Crafts Fair

60 local artists and craftspeople will exhibit their work at this benefit for the Community Against Violence. Please come and support Taos’ finest artists and the Community Against Violence. 10am-5pm.

Location: Taos Plaza
August 13 - 15, 2009 Hot Chili Days, Cool Mountain Nights

Chili cook-off; venues throughout town.

Location: Brandenburg Park, Red River
August 20, 2009 Full Moon Hike to Williams Lake

Enjoy guided hiking tours to Williams Lake at sunset on the beautiful mountains in Taos Ski Valley. For more information call 575-776-1413.

Location: Taos Ski Valley
August 21 - 23, 2009 Taos County Fair

Come see prize-winning livestock and sample local blue ribbon recipes. Pie eating contest.

Location: Taos County Fair Grounds
August 21 - 23, 2009 Autumn Run Car Show

Classic car show - including music, poker run, street dance, and BBQ. Bring the family! 575.758.1405

Location: Kit Carson Park and Taos Plaza
August 22, 2009 Up & Over Trail Run

A challenging 10k trail run up and over the ski hill. High altitude race for the serious mountain trail runner! For more info, call 776-1413.

Location: Village of Taos Ski Valley