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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.
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 MuseumExpanding and enhancing the traditional concept of chamber music by presenting an exciting and innovative variety of performances - classic masterpieces, New Mexico premiers, as well as world and electronic music. See website for schedule.
Location: The Harwood Museum of Art, TaosNew Deal's Public Art & Buildings - photo exhibit celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the New Deal Legacy in New Mexico.
Location: Fechin House, TaosStudents with a valid ID receive a full-day lift ticket for $30 and ski or snowbaord rentals for $15. Live entertainment, games and contests throughout town - come party!
Location: Red River Ski AreaJoin artists Abby Salsbury and Alex Kurtz for a clay workshop continuing on 3 Saturdays from 10-11:30 January 17, 24 and 31. Free
Location: Harwood Museum of ArtIntensive week-long training sessions; evening video analysis. For more info, call 866-968-7386.
Location: Taos Ski ValleyHome school students and their families are invited to "Nature's Classroom" to learn about forestry, history, snow making, astronomy, and more! Lodging discounts about town.
Location: Red RiverCome 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 ResortBecause 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 Tastings on Jan 29th and 31st.
Come celebrate with us our 50th Anniversary!! Details to follow but it will be a party not to be missed!
Location: Red River Ski AreaUSASA sanctioned competition. Part of the USASA Experience New Mexico Series.
Location: Angel Fire ResortDiscovery 3 Series exhibitions: Edward Corbett Drawings; Focus on Sam Scott: New Acquisitions; The New Old: Seldom Seen Selections from The Harwood.
Location: Harwood Museum of ArtFor more info, visit website or call 866-968-7386.
Location: Taos Ski ValleyFor all ability levels, with an emphasis on fun! For more info, call 866-968-7386.
Location: Taos Ski ValleyIntensive week-long training sessions; evening video analysis. For more info, call 866-968-7386.
Location: Taos Ski ValleyRed 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 RiverJoin Angel Fire Resort for live music, great food and a Fat Tuesday Ball you won't want to miss.
Location: Angel FireFree ski lessons, ski patrol demonstrations and lots of giveaways throughout the weekend!
Location: Taos Ski ValleyGrab your beads and show us your...best Mardi Gras spirit. Join us at 3 pm for festivities in the Martini Tree Bar.
Location: Taos Ski ValleyCross country ski on groomed trails to arrive at a smorgasborg of delicious desserts!
Location: Enchanted Forest Cross-Country Ski AreaUSASA sanctioned Boardercross and Skiercross races. Open to snowboarders and skiers. Part of the USASA Experience New Mexico series. Presented by Twin Tip Nation.
Location: Angel Fire ResortFor more info, visit the website or call 866-968-7386.
Location: Taos Ski ValleyTop 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 Valley12th Annual Jedi Challenge! USASA sanctioned Boarder-Cross and Skier-Cross races.
Location: Angel Fire ResortBetter know as... SPRING BREAK! Be wild and crazy in our fresh deep snow.
Location: Red River Ski AreaSt. Paddy's day bash starts at 4 p.m. Come join your mates at the Martini Tree Bar for green beer, prize giveaways and some St. Paddy's Day fun. Sponsored by GUINNESS.
Location: Taos Ski ValleyA scaled down version of the torchlight parade, a children's parade using glowsticks! Families are welcome and hotdogs, chips, and soft drinks will be served.
Location: Red River Ski AreaCome 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 ValleyHike the infamous Kachina Ridge with a friend and raise money for charity. What better way to spend a day or two?
Location: Taos Ski ValleyThanks locals! All NM residents are invited for a free day of skiing & snowboarding. Bring NM state ID or a copy of a recent utility bill to the Angel Fire Resort ticket office, get your free lift ticket, then hit the slopes!
Location: Angel Fire ResortLast day to ski or ride the mountain for the 2008-2009 season.
Location: Angel Fire ResortAfter a glorious deep snow season, Red River Ski Area closes today.
Location: Red River Ski AreaLast 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 HillA 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, TaosTaos 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 TaosBlessing of the fields and corn dance. no cameras or cell phones
Location: Taos PuebloArtists and craftspersons from around the region sell their wares; music, food & entertainment.
Location: Kit Carson Park, TaosDennis Hopper curates works from the museum collection, selected private collections and his own collection. Works will be by Los Angeles/Taos artists Larry Bell, Ron Cooper, Ron Davis, Ken Price, Dean Stockwell, and Hopper himself.
Location: Harwood Museum of ArtFeeder watchers welcome. Must pre-register at 575.377.6128
Location: Angel Fire800-445-8117
Location: Vietnam Veteran's Memorial State ParkA 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 MuseumThousands of motorcycles, live music, food, and beautiful scenery. Join in the Memorial Day 25-mile parade to the Vietnam Memorial.
Location: Red RiverFlag March, service & speakers.
Location: Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Angel FireVeteran's memorial event honoring New Mexico's military support of our nation. Outdoor presentations; Veteran's Ceremony Sun May 25 at 1pm.
Location: QuestaAnnual 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 RiverEnjoy the perfect match - fine art & fine wine - at this weekend event in Red River.
Location: Brandenburg ParkAn 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 ValleyEnjoy 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 ValleySunrise mass at San Geronimo church, traditional Corn Dance. No cameras.
Location: Taos Pueblo plazaCome 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, TaosExperience the fun of the rodeo! Barrel racing, roping, bull riding, and more!
Location: Taos Rodeo GroundsA 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 ClubCelebrate! Freedom from Violence Arts & Crafts Fair. For more info, call 575-758-3873.
Location: Kit Carson ParkCelebrate The Great American Holiday in Red River.
Location: Downtown Red River11am-5pm Fireman's BBQ 2pm Parade down Main Street 9:30pm/dark Fireworks over Eagle Nest Lake!
Location: Eagle NestCome 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 ValleyYou never know what you'll see at Arroyo Seco's annual Independence Day parade - festivities begin at noon.
Location: Arroyo SecoGathering of Indian Nations at Taos Pueblo. Competition dancing, drumming, Native American food & arts and craft booths.
Location: Taos Pueblo Pow Wow GroundsEnjoy 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 ValleyFeast Day celebration of Taos Patron Saints, Santiago and Santana, food, music, vendors, parades, dancers and more.
Location: Taos PlazaSaints days celebrated with traditional Corn Dances on the plaza. No cameras.
Location: Taos Pueblo60 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 PlazaChili cook-off; venues throughout town.
Location: Brandenburg Park, Red RiverEnjoy 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 ValleyThe 26th season of world-class, internationally known musicians performing chamber and classical music. Call 888-377-3300 for locations and times.
Location: Throughout Northern New MexicoCome see prize-winning livestock and sample local blue ribbon recipes. Pie eating contest.
Location: Taos County Fair GroundsClassic car show - including music, poker run, street dance, and BBQ. Bring the family! 575.758.1405
Location: Kit Carson Park and Taos PlazaA 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 ValleyThis 100 mile bicycle tour trails through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in beautiful Northern New Mexico.
Location: Red RiverThis race is NORBA sanctioned and consists of 1-4 loops on a 3-5 mile course at the Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski and Snow shoe area located 2 miles outside of Red River, NM.
Location: Red RiverThe air is crisp and the golden aspens are in their glory. Browse along booths of hand-crafted items while you enjoy delicious food and live entertainment.
Location: Red River Conference CenterExperience this centuries-old trading event and shop for authentic American Indian arts and crafts. Ceremonial pole climbing. (No cameras.)
Location: Taos Pueblo plazaTake a trip back in time to when Red River was part of the "wild, wild west!" Great performances from local entertainers, historical demonstrations, gold-panning, chuckwagon dinners, and more.
Location: Brandenburg Park, Red RiverJoin us for microbreweries, German food, "Oompa" Music, and lots of fun!
Location: Brandenburg Park, Red RiverCeremonies at Vietnam Veterans Memorial beginning at 11 a.m.
Location: Angel FireNo 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 PuebloTraditional Christmas Day dances. Dances begin at 2pm. No cameras or cell phones allowed.
Location: the plaza at Taos PuebloStart 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 ValleyCelebrate New Year's on the slopes with a Torchlight Parade; begins at 7pm.
Location: Red River ski areaCelebrate New Year's Eve with a cake walk, pizza walk, hula hoop contest, and more! Admission is free, and food and refreshments are available!
Location: Red River Community HouseTraditional Taos Pueblo Turtle Dance marks the beginning of a new year. 8am-1pm.
Location: Taos PuebloA symbol of abundance during the winter months, traditional Buffalo Dances begin at 2pm.
Location: Taos Pueblo
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