Today
in Santa Fe
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local Navajo chef Justin Pioche from Fruitland won Food Network's 'Chopped' and was named a finalist for Best Chef: Southwest at the 2023 James Beard Awards — a win that highlights his rising influence on New Mexico's food scene. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Native Fashion Week will return this May at the Eldorado Hotel as a downsized event with an intimate feel, according to SWAIA Executive Director Jamie Schulze. The event will showcase Native design and promise a creative experience for local attendees. Santa Fe New Mexican
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico is climbing up national rankings for preschool access, according to a report from the National Institute for Early Education Research. The study shows the state ranks seventh for 3-year-olds and eleventh for 4-year-olds this school year, with 16,429 pre-K students and spending of $13,761 per child. KOB 4
- ➤ Chaparral Elementary hosted its Careers on Wheels event where trucks, buses, and fire engines filled the parking lot to expose students to in-demand trade jobs and spark career interest. Santa Fe New Mexican
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico’s Environment Department filed an amendment to a permit for a federal waste facility in Los Alamos to force cleanup. The move aims to ensure proper waste management and protect the environment. Santa Fe New Mexican
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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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Jake Xerxes Fussell Concert
7-10 p.m. — Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery — $20+ — Experience the unique folk interpretations of Jake Xerxes Fussell, a contemporary master of American folk music.
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Eldo Jams
8:30-11:30 a.m. — Eldorado Community Improvement — Free entry — Enjoy a morning filled with joyful music as local musicians gather to share their passion.
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