Community Calendar

Free Family Films at Sky Cinemas Midtown presented by City of Santa Fe Arts and Culture Department

A Sanctuary of Sound

July 23 - 31, 2026

Last performed in 2016, the Santa Fe Desert Chorale is thrilled to continue the tradition of presenting Sergei Rachmaninoff’s profoundly beautiful and deeply spiritual All-Night Vigil (popularly known as Vespers). This cornerstone of choral music consists of fifteen movements of unaccompanied voices creating a cathedral of sound, resonating with both the ancient and the innovative. Composed in less than two weeks in 1915 against the backdrop of war, Rachmaninoff’s masterpiece marries traditional Orthodox chants with his distinctive harmonic language, creating a work of great emotional depth. From the grand opening of “Come, Let Us Worship” to the famous low B-flat descent in “Now Lettest Thou,” the Vespers showcases the full expressive range of the human voice. The Desert Chorale will expand to 32 top-tier professional vocalists to tackle this Herculean work. Whether you’re hearing the Vespers for the first time or revisiting a beloved favorite, this program promises to be an unforgettable journey through what many consider to be the pinnacle of Russian choral music.

We are honored to announce that His Eminence Khensur Rinpoche Jetsun Lobsang Delek, the 74th Abbot of Sera Jey Monastic University, will visit The Buddhist Center this July.

Born in Eastern Tibet in 1939, Khensur Rinpoche is one of the few remaining Tibetan masters trained in Tibet before escaping to India. A renowned scholar and practitioner, he earned the highest Lharampa Geshe degree and later served as Abbot of both Gyume Tantric College and Sera Jey Monastery.

In this teaching, Rinpoche will illuminate the practical meaning of Lama Tsongkhapa’s Songs of Experience for modern practitioners. We warmly invite you to take part in this rare opportunity to receive teachings from an extraordinary master.

Familiar Sights and New Horizons

July 19 - August 2, 2026

Marking our nation’s 250th anniversary, this program celebrates the rich yet comforting sounds of American roots choral music. Twenty-four professional vocalists from across the country will unite to perform fresh compositions by Shawn Kirchner, Moira Smiley, and Shavon Lloyd. These celebrated composers, known for their masterful blending of classical choral traditions with American folk influences, will explore themes of community and belonging. Piano, violin, and cello join the Desert Chorale for Alex Berko’s Sacred Place. This moving piece interweaves the structure of a Jewish service with environmental texts, reflecting on the beautiful world we call home. Rounding out this program is the premiere of Cranes Coming Home by emerging composer Taja Astar, winner of Chicago a cappella’s HerVoice competition. Find your own sense of home within this inspiring evening.

The Tempest

"O brave new world, that has such people in it!"
Shakespeare's magical story of revenge and forgiveness, confinement and freedom. Featuring original music and physical storytelling.

New Mexico Actors Lab • 1213 Parkway Dr

Our 2026 ticket policy is Pay What You Will!
Our suggested ticket price is $35. Pay less if you need – pay more if you can.

July 10, 11, 18, 24 • 7:30pm
July 11, 12, 19, 25 • 2:00pm

Hamlet

"Remember me."
Join us as we explore grief, conscience, guilt, revenge, love, and commitment in the most enduring drama in the English language. A sharply focused small cast production featuring original music and physical storytelling.

New Mexico Actors Lab • 1213 Parkway Dr

Our 2026 ticket policy is Pay What You Will!
Our suggested ticket price is $35. Pay less if you need – pay more if you can.

July 17, 25, 31, August 1 • 7:30pm
July 18, 26, August 1, 2 • 2:00pm
Special Performance: July 29 at 8:00pm at Meow Wolf

Traditional Spanish Market returns to the historic Santa Fe Plaza on Saturday, July 25, and Sunday, July 26, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Recognized as the largest and longest-running juried exhibition of Spanish Colonial art in the country, the free weekend event features more than 160 adult artists and mentored youth presenting handcrafted works, along with live performances and cultural programming.

The Tempest

"O brave new world, that has such people in it!"
Shakespeare's magical story of revenge and forgiveness, confinement and freedom. Featuring original music and physical storytelling.

New Mexico Actors Lab • 1213 Parkway Dr

Our 2026 ticket policy is Pay What You Will!
Our suggested ticket price is $35. Pay less if you need – pay more if you can.

July 10, 11, 18, 24 • 7:30pm
July 11, 12, 19, 25 • 2:00pm

Hamlet

"Remember me."
Join us as we explore grief, conscience, guilt, revenge, love, and commitment in the most enduring drama in the English language. A sharply focused small cast production featuring original music and physical storytelling.

New Mexico Actors Lab • 1213 Parkway Dr

Our 2026 ticket policy is Pay What You Will!
Our suggested ticket price is $35. Pay less if you need – pay more if you can.

July 17, 25, 31, August 1 • 7:30pm
July 18, 26, August 1, 2 • 2:00pm
Special Performance: July 29 at 8:00pm at Meow Wolf

The Tempest

"O brave new world, that has such people in it!"
Shakespeare's magical story of revenge and forgiveness, confinement and freedom. Featuring original music and physical storytelling.

New Mexico Actors Lab • 1213 Parkway Dr

Our 2026 ticket policy is Pay What You Will!
Our suggested ticket price is $35. Pay less if you need – pay more if you can.

July 10, 11, 18, 24 • 7:30pm
July 11, 12, 19, 25 • 2:00pm