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, on their knowledge of historical events surrounding the Fiesta de Santa Fe.

Due to Covid Restrictions this year's Gran Baile has been moved to the Plaza Bandstand. We will feature 2 New Mexico Artists. First we will have Red Wine followed by Cuarenta y Cinco. This is a FREE event. Bring your lawn chairs or get ready to dance under the stars at the Gran Baile / Street Dance. A 50 / 50 Drawing will be Held that Evening.   The Gran Baile de la Fiesta has been a much-loved tradition for…