Events and Attractions for Any Season
Music and Performances
The Lensic Performing Arts Center
http://www.lensic.com/
For a true world-class performance experience right in downtown Santa Fe, in the heart of this theatre is fully restored and is a venue for music, poetry, and theatre. Box Office: (505) 988-1234. Ticket Information: (505) 988-7050
The Santa Fe Desert Chorale
http://www.desertchorale.org/
Enjoy the sounds of a professional chamber chorus twice a year! There are typically 25 performances in the summer and several holiday performances in the winter.
Santa Fe Playhouse
http://www.santafeplayhouse.org/
Located in downtown Santa Fe, this 100 seat adobe theatre was founded in 1918 and still provides entertainment to the Santa Fe community. There are nine productions every year hosting shows for theatre and dance performances.
Golf
Marty Sanchez Golf Course
This 18 hole course is open 360 days a year and is located off of NM highway 599.
Pueblo de Cochiti
http://www.pueblodecochiti.org/
Located south of Santa Fe off of the Cochiti Highway, this 18 hole course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and rests on the Cochiti Indian Reservation.
Santa Fe Country Club
http://www.santafecountryclub.com/
Santa Fe's oldest golf course and open year round except for January.
Las Campanas (Private)
Located in the high-end residential development of Las Campanas, this course offers two 18 hole courses.
Quail Run (Private)
Open from March through November, this private 9 hole course is located in a residential development close to downtown.
Day Activities and Museums
The Palace of the Governors
http://www.palaceofthegovernors.org/
Located at the center of town on the Plaza is a retail space for Native American Indians to sell authentic jewelry, artwork, and pottery. Artists set up everyday of the year from 8 am until dusk.
The Loretto Chapel
Located on Old Santa Fe Trail, is a legendary structure inside the Loretto Chapel. Inside of it stands a miraculous winding staircase made of one piece of wood. Built during 1873-1878, this architectural masterpiece continues to fascinate its spectators. The Loretto which used to be used as a church, is now used as a museum. Weddings and orchestra performances occur here almost every weekend of the year.
Georgia Okeefe Musuem
http://www.okeeffemuseum.org/indexflash.php
One of the most celebrated artists of the 20th Century, Georgia O'Keeffe once called Northern New Mexico her home. Her dramatic and enigmatic paintings continue to puzzle viewers who visit the serene and modern museum. Open Daily from 10am-5pm, closed Wednesdays from November-May. Fridays are open until 8pm.
Institute of American Arts Museum
http://www.iaia.edu/
Collection of paintings, photography, sculpture, baskets, pottery, and beadwork. This is a one of a kind contemporary collection which represents over a hundred Native American tribes. Open Monday through Saturday 10am-5pm.
Museum of Fine Arts
http://www.mfasantafe.org
Contemporary collection of photography and other works on paper. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10am-5pm
Site Santa Fe
http://www.sitesantafe.org/
Recently noted in the New York Times, this non-profit organization is dedicated to educating and promoting local, national, and international art in Santa Fe. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Open Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 10am-5pm. Fridays are open until 5pm.
Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian
http://www.wheelwright.org/
Featuring contemporary and ancient Native American pieces emphasizing on Southwestern tribes. Open Monday through Saturday from 10am-5pm. Open Sunday from 1pm-5pm.
Museum of International Folk Art
http://www.internationalfolkart.org/
Includes collections of various cultures. Open daily from 10am-5pm, closed Mondays.
Santa Fe Children's Museum
http://www.santafechildrensmuseum.org/
Interactive museum where children can perfect the art of playing and learning at the same time. Open Wedneday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm, 12-5 on Sunday. Tuesdays require school reservations.
El Rancho De Las Golondrinas
http://www.golondrinas.org/
Museum dedicated to preserving and exhibiting the cultural heritage of Spanish Colonial New Mexico. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am-4pm.
Spas &Massage
Whether you need to unwind from the bustling city life, or you are just coming down from an exciting day on the mountain, Santa Fe and Taos have some of the best spas in the nation. Known for its attention to the healing arts, Santa Fe and Taos are home to spas offering experienced Japanese, Swedish, Native American, Thai, and European massage therapists.
Ten Thousand Waves
http://www.tenthousandwaves.com/
Step into a Japanese garden and experience Ten Thousand Waves. Let your worries disappear as you relax in the outdoor hot tubs or experience the best in massage and spa treatments.
Body
http://www.bodyofsantafe.com/
For all level yoga classes, healthy organic eating, boutique clothing and spa treatments, BODY is the most affordable in Santa Fe day spas.
Bishop's Lodge Spa
www.bishopslodge.com
A mountain retreat spa located on site at Bishops Lodge Resort.
Casinos
Camel Rock Casino
Cities of Gold Casino
Catering &Services
Walter Burke Catering www.walterburkecatering.com
Paprika Fine Catering www.paprikasantafe.com
Peas'n'Pod Catering www.cateringsantafe.com
Marja Custom Catering www.marjacatering.com
A/V Services
Individuals seeking the finest in audio/video systems call Ed Meenan. Ed is widely known for his superb designs that combine high performance with an interior's aesthetics. He simplifies complex systems with intuitive controls and helps his customers get the most from their existing components. To learn more, call (505) 989-3457 or visit him online: edmeenan.com
Grocery Stores
Trader Joe's - 530 W. Cordova Road
Kaune's - A local gourmet grocery down the block from our office!
Whole Foods Market - 753 Cerrillos Road
Wild Oats Market - 1090 S. St. Francis Drive
Local Area Guides
Santa Fe New Mexican - www.sfnewmexican.com
Inside Santa Fe - www.insidesf.com
Essential Guide to Santa Fe and Taos www.essentialguide.com
Collector's Guide to Santa Fe and Taos www.collectorsguide.com
