May, Memorial Day WeekendSilver City Blues Festival & Downtown Gallery/Studio Tour

Sponsored by the Mimbres Regional Arts Council (MRAC), this well attended event features internationally known blues performers. Held on Memorial Day weekend, this event has a variety of vendors providing food, crafts, original art, and other interesting items. The weekend includes a tour of downtown galleries and studios. For more information contact MRAC at 575-538-2505, 888-758-7289 or online at mimbresarts.org.

June, Last SaturdaySilver City-Wide Sidewalk Sale and Summer Celebration

Historic Downtown Arts & Culture Merchants Association invites you to celebrate the last Saturday of June by attending a downtown celebration and bargain hunt.

July ~ SVA Children’s Art Camp

A free arts and crafts day camp for area children is held in mid-July. It features a day full of art adventure, fun lunch, and art projects to take home.

September, Labor Day Weekend ~ SVA “Labors of Love Art Fair

Entry Form for Labors of Love

San Vicente Artists’ Annual Art Fair takes place on Labor Day Weekend, Saturday and Sunday Artists and fine-crafters from all over the Southwest take part in this popular celebration of regional art. Visitors come from New Mexico and many other states to enjoy this diverse event. Step into an historic environment in the Silco Theatre, visit displays both in and outside, and enjoy talking with the artists. The historic Silco Theater, a renovated landmark in the heart of downtown Silver city, is the home of many cultural events and within easy walking distance of restaurants and galleries. For further info email artfair@silvercityartists.org

September or October

Grant County Art Guild’s Purchase Prize Show

Held in Pinos Altos at the Historic Hearst Church this diverse show features artwork of selected New Mexico artists. Held in late September or early October, this show is one of the premier events in the area so come and enjoy fall in the beautiful Southwest New Mexico area and plan on attending this wonderful show. For more information, visit Grant County Art Guild

October, Columbus Day Weekend

Weekend at the Galleries

MRAC hosts this enjoyable weekend event in early October that features participating galleries throughout Silver City. Watch for galleries that provide refreshment, live entertainment, and special events for visitors. For information contact MRAC at 575-538-2505, 888-758-7289 or online at mimbresarts.org.

December, 1st Saturday

SVA Christmas Art Fair

Held on the first Saturday in December at the Silco Theatre, this annual event features affordable items for sale. Local and regional artists and crafters provide a variety of items for holiday shoppers looking for unique items. For further information, call 575-534-4269 or email artfair@silvercityartists.org.