45th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival
Browse over 100 vendor booths on the historic Plaza featuring handcrafted fine art, jewelry, and sculpture. A great way to support the local therapeutic horseback riding program.
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Things to do in Santa Fe, NM with kids
Kid-friendly picks in Santa Fe, NM — events the whole family will like, restaurants that can handle a toddler, and weekend ideas that work around nap windows.
🌵 This Weekend in Santa Fe, NM
Art, crafts, and summer music
Santa Fe Summer Scene: The Suffers
Catch a free, all-ages outdoor concert at the Railyard. Bring a chair, grab a spot on the lawn, and enjoy the high-desert evening air.
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Quintessential: Five Jazz Masters
An intimate evening of world-class jazz featuring a powerhouse ensemble including saxophonist Alex Murzyn and pianist Bob Fox.
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☀️ Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight
The Santa Fe Grass at SFBC
Start the week with some of the city's finest bluegrass musicians in the outdoor beer garden. A perfect, low-key Monday evening.
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✨ New & Notable
What's happening this month
Santa Fe Pride 2026
The city kicks off a month-long celebration of love, visibility, and community. Watch for events across the city all June long.
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Santa Fe Summer Scene
The city’s premier summer series for free live music and outdoor movies returns to the Railyard and other spots through September.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips within reach
Taos Adventure Weekend
Drive 1.5 hours north for a change of pace. Explore the historic Taos Plaza, visit the Taos Gorge Bridge, and enjoy the calmer, artsy vibe of this mountain town.
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Bandelier & Los Alamos
A short 45-minute trip to explore ancient cliff dwellings at Bandelier National Monument followed by an afternoon in Los Alamos visiting the Bradbury Science Museum.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Local favorites and seasonal picks
The Shed
An absolute staple for lunch just off the Plaza. Their red chile enchiladas and green chile stew define local comfort food.
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Café Pasqual's
Famous for its organic, locally sourced menu. If the dining room is full, pull up a seat at the communal table for one of the best brunch experiences in town.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Santa Fe, NM with kids?
Family-friendly highlights right now include The Santa Fe Grass at SFBC, 45th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, and Santa Fe Summer Scene: The Suffers. WonderKit refreshes this Santa Fe, NM guide daily so the picks stay current.
Where can families eat in Santa Fe, NM?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists restaurants that work for families in Santa Fe, NM, including spots that handle toddlers and offer kid-friendly menus.
What's happening in Santa Fe, NM this weekend with kids?
Check the "This Weekend in Santa Fe, NM" section above for current family-friendly events and weekend activities in Santa Fe, NM. Updated daily.