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April 2026

Contest Selection of General Don Diego de Vargas y La Reina de La Fiesta de Santa Fe™

Each spring the Fiesta Council holds a contest in which local men and women compete to secure the popular roles of General Don Diego de Vargas and La Reina de La Fiesta de Santa Fe. The prospective contestants are judged on delivering an English and Spanish speech, and are questioned, in both English and Spanish, […]
28 Apr
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Santa Fe Community Convention Center
201 W Marcy St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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May 2026

Baile de Mayo

Break out your broom skirts, ribbon shirts, and dancing shoes for the Baile de Mayo Learn first-hand who will portray the coveted roles of Don Diego de Vargas and La Reina de La Fiesta de Santa Fe™ at the annual Baile de Mayo. Join the excitement as Don Diego is presented the medallion, sword and […]
02 May
7:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Santa Fe Community Convention Center
201 W Marcy St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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June 2026
man dressed in spanish regalia

First Novena Mass, Knighting and Coronation

Each summer the faithful of Santa Fe gather to ensure that Don Diego de Vargas’ promise is kept to honor the oldest Marian statue in the United States, Nuestra Senora de la Paz, La Conquistadora. This beautiful tradition begins with the knighting and coronation mass for the individuals selected to portray the roles of Don […]
14 Jun
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
131 Cathedral Pl, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Women holding up an altar at Santa Fe Fiesta

Procession to Rosario Chapel

Immediately after the Knighting and Coronation mass, hundreds of New Mexicans retrace their ancestor’s footsteps and process to Rosario Chapel. Dignitaries, Santa Fe Fiesta Council Members, parishioners, and clergy of the various parishes all process in honor of our lady. La Conquistadora is carried as rose petals are strewn in front of her as she […]
14 Jun
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Novena Masses at Rosario Chapel

Once at Rosario Chapel, the faithful flock to pay homage to the 29 inch Marian figure, La Conquistadora, which first arrived at this site on September 13, 1692. A week-long series of masses are celebrated daily at 6 AM. The novena is nine successive days of prayer in honor of Don Diego de Vargas’ request […]
15 - 21 Jun
6:00 am - 7:00 am
Rosario Chapel
499 N Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Novena 9th Mass

Novena (9th Mass)

The ninth and finale day of the novena is held at the home of La Conquistadora. These spiritual events take place in the City of Holy Faith which is rich with culture, heritage, and faith. An experience that one should not miss.
22 Jun
6:00 am - 7:00 am
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
131 Cathedral Pl, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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August 2026

Pre-Fiesta Show

Come witness, hear, and feel the excitement in the air as the 313th Fiesta de Santa Fe approaches. Join us in the Plaza de Santa Fe for music and fun at the Pre-Fiesta Show! This is a free all ages event. See you on the Plaza! Schedule: TBD  
28 Aug
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Santa Fe Plaza
63 Lincoln Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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September 2026

Mariachi Extravaganza de Santa Fe

Swirling dresses, stamping feet and ringing trumpets welcome participants to a passionate musical experience of traditional, contemporary and classical tastes. The piñon studded hills at The Santa Fe Opera set the stage for an extraordinary sunset and the vivid color, joyous sound and sheer cheer of internationally known award-winning artists and rising stars in the […]
05 Sep
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Santa Fe Opera
301 Opera Dr, Santa Fe, NM 87506
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