21st Annual International Folk Art Market
July 10-13, 2025
Santa Fe, New Mexico | Railyard Park
The World’s Largest International Folk Art Market
The International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe is an annual celebration that brings together over 100 artists from more than 50 countries. It offers a transformative experience unmatched anywhere else in the world.
The Santa Fe market celebrates folk artists and heritage art from around the globe, honoring humanity in handmade creations. For three days each year, thousands of visitors attend the artist market, creating a ripple effect of economic empowerment for artisans and their communities—supporting cooperatives and community projects that benefit countless individuals.
The International Folk Art Market is more than just a showcase for the beauty of folk art; it is also an opportunity for us to preserve traditional cultural practices and directly support artists.
Building on Tradition:
A World United by Folk Art.
IFAM 2025
Schedule & Ticket Information
All timed-entry tickets are valid for re-entry on the same day. Children 16 and under can enter IFAM FREE any day with a valid youth ticket.
COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
Wednesday, July 9
Railyard Water Tower | 5 PM - 8 PM
FREE and Open to the Public
ALL ACCESS PASS
The Best Way To Enjoy IFAM!
Enjoy ALL ACCESS from July 11 - 13, 2025*
$300 per person
*Does not include access to the Opening Night Celebration on Thursday, July 10
FRIDAY EARLY BIRD
Friday, July 11
Railyard Park | 8 AM
Be the first to shop the Market, before General Sessions begin!
$90 per person
FRIDAY MARKET
Friday, July 11
Railyard Park | 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
$25 per person
SATURDAY MARKET
Saturday, July 12
Railyard Park | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
$20 per person
NIGHT MARKET
Saturday, July 12
Railyard Park | 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
$25 per person
SUNDAY MARKET
Sunday, July 13
Railyard Park | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
FREE Community Day
Sponsored By New Mexico Tourism Department
Be the first to shop at the Market!
Join IFAM’s Region Supporters and receive an invitation to the Thursday, July 10, Opening Night Market.
Ride the Rails to IFAM 2025!
Skip the Drive, Enjoy the Ride!
New Mexico residents in Albuquerque, Los Lunas, Rio Rancho, Corrales, and Bernalillo—getting to the 21st Annual International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe has never been easier! We’ve partnered with the New Mexico Rail Runner Express to offer an exclusive round-trip IFAM Rail Runner Add-On, bringing you steps away from the Market entrance!
How It Works:
Step 1: Add the Rail Runner Round-Trip Ticket ($8 per passenger) to your IFAM entry ticket purchase.
Step 2: Show your receipt at the nearest Rail Runner station before boarding.
Step 3: Enjoy the ride and arrive just minutes from IFAM’s entrance!
Book Your Rail Runner Add-On Today!
Don’t miss this convenient and affordable way to experience IFAM 2025. Secure your Rail Runner ticket with your IFAM admission and get ready for an unforgettable journey to the world’s premier folk art market in Santa Fe!
Why Take the Rail Runner to IFAM?
Convenient & Hassle-Free – Skip the traffic and parking by boarding the Rail Runner from a station near you.
Scenic New Mexico Views – Relax and take in the stunning landscapes as you travel through the heart of the state.
Eco-Friendly Travel – Support sustainable transportation while heading to the world’s largest folk art market.
Direct Access to IFAM – The Rail Runner drops you just steps away from the entrance, making it the ideal route for Market-goers.
Find IFAM 2025
at Railyard Park
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A Movement.
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Market FAQs
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Timed entry means, that you will purchase a ticket for a firm entry time window. You will be able to arrive during that window and stay inside the market for as long as you like until closing. The only exception is on Saturday. If you purchase a General Admission ticket for any time on Saturday, you may stay until 5:00 PM when we will be closing the Market and reopening for Night Market, a separate ticked event and All Access ticket holders.
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Yes, there will be a limited number of food vendors at the International Folk Art Market. Their focus is providing international food offerings as well as a taste of New Mexico.
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Yes! IFAM is more than just a Market. Enjoy a full entertainment schedule that includes concerts, dance performances, the IFAM speaker series, artist demos, and more!
The full entertainment schedule will be released soon.
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While the IFAM staff is an unrepentant group of dog lovers, we ask that you leave your furry companions at home unless they are a licensed service animal.
NOTE: Please do not leave your dog in a hot car. Folks will be monitoring parking lots and will NOT HESITATE break car windows in order to preserve the safety of animals.
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The 2025 IFAM Artist Application is now LIVE and will close on September 10, 2024.
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Within the IFAM footprint, we will continue to offer our Volunteer-run Art Valet tent, this is where you can drop off your purchases during the duration of Market so you can shop around without having to carry your bag. You must pick up your items before the Market closes.
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Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at the Railyard Water Tower
A community concert will follow the IFAM artist community celebration.
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During Market hours, Paseo de Peralta will be closed between the intersections of S. Guadalupe St. and Camino de la Familia
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Relive your favorite past moments from IFAM 2024. Click here to learn more.