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Things to do in Santa Fe, NM with friends

What's on in Santa Fe, NM this week — the spots locals are packing, buzzy restaurants, and weekend plans worth texting the group chat about.

Updated: Mon, Jun 1, 2026

☀️ Happening Today

Events and things to do tonight

The Santa Fe Grass at SFBC

Mon, Jun 1, 2026 · 4:20 PM · Santa Fe Brewing Co. Headquarters · $ · Best for Everyone

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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🍽️ Eat & Drink

Local favorites and seasonal picks

The Shed

Downtown, Santa Fe · $$ · Best for Lunch

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

Downtown, Santa Fe · $$ · Best for Brunch

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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🌵 This Weekend in Santa Fe, NM

Art, crafts, and summer music

45th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Sat, Jun 6, 2026 · 9:00 AM · Santa Fe Plaza · $ · Best for Everyone

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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Santa Fe Summer Scene: The Suffers

Fri, Jun 5, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Santa Fe Railyard Plaza · $ · Best for Everyone

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

Fri, Jun 5, 2026 · 7:30 PM · Paradiso Santa Fe · $$ · Best for Date Night

An intimate evening of world-class jazz featuring a powerhouse ensemble including saxophonist Alex Murzyn and pianist Bob Fox.

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✨ New & Notable

What's happening this month

Santa Fe Pride 2026

Mon, Jun 1, 2026 · All Month · Various Locations · $ · Best for Everyone

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

Thu, Jun 4, 2026 · Various · Railyard Plaza · $ · Best for Everyone

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

Taos, NM · $$$ · Best for Couples

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

Los Alamos, NM · $$ · Best for Families

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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Frequently asked

What are the best things to do in Santa Fe, NM with friends?

Group-friendly highlights in Santa Fe, NM right now include The Santa Fe Grass at SFBC, 45th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, and Santa Fe Summer Scene: The Suffers. WonderKit updates this guide daily so plans stay current.

Where do locals go out in Santa Fe, NM?

The "Eat & Drink" section above lists buzzy restaurants and bars in Santa Fe, NM — the spots locals are actually packing this week.

Where's the best nightlife in Santa Fe, NM?

Check the sections above for current events, buzzy bars, and weekend plans in Santa Fe, NM worth texting the group chat about.

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