If you know anything about Santa Fe you know that the end of August and beginning of September is Fiestas! With so many parades, events and activities we will be your guide of what to do and what to eat all throughout Fiestas. Dating back to 1712, Fiestas de Santa Fe commemorates the reconquest of Don Diego de Vargas. Put on by the Fiesta Council every year, Fiestas is a long standing tradition. Fiestas start with the Novena masses, with a procession of La Conquistadora from The Cathedral to Rosario Chapel. Throughout the week nine masses are held. During Fiestas The Plaza is filled with tourists and locals waiting to celebrate all things Fiestas. Viva La Fiesta!
And of course we cannot forget about the food! One of the best things about Fiestas is the food. A local favorite and hugely popular item is the Navajo Taco! Filled with chile, ground beef, beans, lettuce and cheese the Navajo taco is a can't miss item. Other favorites include fried bread and corn on the cob. Food is something we all need so you might as well indulge during Fiestas because it is only once a year!
Throughout the end of August and first weeks of September there is something to do almost everyday. With so many Fiesta events happening it is hard to see them all. But we have made it a bit easier for you to navigate your way through Fiestas this year.
Fiesta Weekend
September 7th- 9th
If you are on The Plaza the weekend of Fiestas you will no miss you rows and rows of food booths! Fried bread, Navajo tacos, chicharron burritos, corn on the cob, candy apples, green chile cheeseburgers and so many more favorites you will love to try!
Desfile de Los Ninos - Pet Parade
September 8th, 9:00 - 10:45 am
Santa Fe Plaza
Bring your furry friends and parade them around all weekend long! The Pet Parade is a cute way to have a blast with your pet and meet so many others! A local favorite that has been a tradition since the 1920’s, wear a custom and match your furry friend!
Bandstand on the Plaza
September 8th, 10:45am - 10pm
Santa Fe Plaza
A Plaza tradition and local favorite Bandstand brings together all of Santa Fe to celebrate music and the Fiesta! Turning all of downtown into a concert venue featuring New Mexico’s most popular artists!
Desfile de la Gente - Historical Parade
September 9th, 1 - 3pm
Santa Fe Plaza
A event filled day with sports teams, bands, floats, mariachis and so much more! Celebrate the spirit of Santa Fe and cheer on our local high schools, teams and businesses!
Mass of Thanksgiving and Candlelight Procession
September 9th, 7 - 9pm
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Starting at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi, hundreds walk in a procession to The Cross of the Martyrs led by Rev. Adam Lee Ortega. A stunning candlelight site as many walk and pray in Thanksgiving.
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