Today
in Santa Fe
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wise Fool New Mexico will premiere its first midtown performance, Entrapping Our Abundance, in Santa Fe—a family-friendly, environment-focused show that is the result of years of planning. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Santa Fean Arthur Sze is reappointed as the U.S. poet laureate and will receive a $60,000 stipend for a yearlong term; the longtime teacher at the Institute of American Indian Arts brings decades of experience to his new role. Santa Fe New Mexican
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico became the first state to officially classify PFAS-laden firefighting foam as hazardous waste, allowing officials to require cleanup+reduce environmental risks from PFAS exposure. Santa Fe New Mexican
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State officials reached a $2.5M settlement with the EpiPen producer that includes a $2.25M payment and a five-year plan to donate thousands of devices annually. The agreement will ensure improved access to these life-saving tools in New Mexico. Santa Fe New Mexican
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Korvin Balkan Brass Orkestar Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — Paradiso — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant fusion of Balkan traditions with contemporary energy from the Korvin Orkestar.
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Eric Henderson Guitar Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — New Mexico Museum of Art — $25–45 — Experience the virtuoso guitar sounds of Eric Henderson, trained by the legendary Andres Segovia.
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Cinco De Mayo Car Show & Concert 2026
1-5 p.m. — Santa Fe Place Mall — Free entry — Celebrate culture with cars, live music, and local vendors at this festive gathering.
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Iration Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — The Bridge At Santa Fe Brewing Company — Tickets from $87 — Enjoy a lively evening of reggae and rock vibes with Iration.
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Jensen McRae Concert
8-10 p.m. — Meow Wolf Santa Fe's House of Eternal Return — Tickets available now — Enjoy an unforgettable evening with Jensen McRae on her first-ever performance in Santa Fe.
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2026 Santa Fe International Literary Festival
12-9 p.m. — Santa Fe Community Convention Center — Registration required — Celebrate literature and engage with acclaimed authors through panels and receptions.
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Darrell Scott & Rob Ickes Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery — $35+ fees — Two Americana legends blend soulful songwriting and masterful musicianship in an unforgettable collaboration.
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