Everything you need to make the most of your visit to the 2025 International Folk Art Market
Plan your day and get to know the neighborhoods at IFAM 2025!
Wednesday, July 9
Community Celebration at the Santa Fe Railyard in front of the Railyard Water Tower
5p-9p, FREE
Thursday, July 10 | Opening Night Celebration | Feat. Khumariyaan on the Entertainment Stage
Khumariyaan is a dynamic instrumental band from Pakistan that fuses traditional Pashtun folk music with modern acoustic energy, captivating audiences with the rhythms of the rubab, guitar, percussion and flavored vocals.
Be the first to shop the market! Become a Region+ Supporter to receive an invitation. Visit folkartmarket.org/donate to learn more.
Friday, July 11
Early Bird Market
8AM-10AM, $90 per person. Start shopping early before general sessions begin. The ticket includes admission all day Friday.
Friday Market
10AM - 6PM, $25 per person. Choose a timed entry window. Ticket includes re-entry to the Market after your timed entry
Saturday, July 12
Saturday Market
10AM-5PM, $20 per person. Choose a timed entry window. Tickets include re-entry to the Market after your timed entry up until 5PM only.
IFAM 2025 will close from 5PM to 6PM on Saturday to prepare for the Night Market.
Saturday Night Market Feat. Cuban Poet, Rapper and Songwriter, Telmary on the Entertainment Stage
6PM - 9PM, $25 per person.
Sunday, July 13
Community Day Sponsored By New Mexico True
10AM-4PM, FREE
As always, Children 16 & Under receive free admission, but must get a valid Youth ticket for their day of choice.
ARTIST DEMONSTRATIONS AT IFAM 2025
Friday July, 11
11 am - 12 pm Babaran Segaragunung Culture House (Agus Ismoyo Isnugroho and Family)
Batik demonstration: Drawing and hand stamping with molten wax.
1 pm - 2 pm Siju Shamji Vishram
Kutch hand weaving technique crafted through an intricate extra weft pattern.
3 pm - 4 pm Cirila Aragón Cortés
Morelos poncho dyeing demonstration with natural pigments.
Saturday July, 12
11 am - 12 pm Lily Sandoval | Chonon Biri
Demonstration on ancestral pottery from the Shipibo Konibo people of the Peruvian Amazon.
1pm - 2 pm Juana Gomez Ramirez
Handbuilding demonstration of the jaguar from Amatenango del Valle, Chiapas.
3 pm - 4 pm Artemio Poma Gutierrez
Traditional Quinoa pottery techniques using glazes of natural pigments.
Sunday July, 13
11 am - 12 pm KwaZulu-Natal Weavers (Ntombifuthi Sibiya)
Zulu weaving approaches to copper wire baskets.
1:00- 2:00 pm Esteban Silva | Taller de Papel DeLirio
Artisanal paper making techniques in Nahuatl made with corn, water lily and black wasp honeycomb.
IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES AT IFAM 2025
Friday: Textile and Fiber Arts
Exploring Plant-Based Pigments
Textile Center from Minneapolis, Minnesota 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday: Ceramics
Hands on with Clay
Paseo Pottery from Santa Fe, New Mexico
10 am to 5 pm
Sunday: Community Folk Art
Celebrating Community Expression
Museum of International Folk Art (MOIFA) from Santa Fe, New Mexico
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Station 1: Make & Take: Create Your Own Wire Sculpture
Make & Take with the Museum of International Folk Art: Be inspired by the creative expressions of South African telephone wire weavers. Come create your own Wire Sculpture. Hands-on experience led by the Museum of International Folk Art Education Team. MOIFA shapes a humane world by connecting people through creative expression and artistic traditions.
Station 1: Handbuilding with take-home sculptural clay
Learn different hand building methods with clay from sculpting to coiling to slab-building.
Station 2: Wheel throwing
Try your hand at the pottery wheel and learn some techniques to shape clay into round ceramic ware. Use the wheel to spin clay to create other forms you come up with too.
Station 1: Indigo Dye Exploration
Explore the art of indigo dyeing using a variety of surface resist dyeing techniques on cut pieces of cotton fabric. Watch as your fabric transforms from white, to verdant green, and then to deep indigo blue as it oxidizes.
Station 2: Flower Pounding Botanical Printing
Use a pounding technique to extract pigments from seasonal flowers and plants that are native to New Mexico, and then print their impressions onto mordanted cotton fabric. In this communal activity, participants will experience the joy of botanical printing by adding natural colors and floral patterns to a large, collaborative “Global Fiber Art Map”.
Saturday Night Market: Night Market Maker Social
Textile Center | Minneapolis, Minnesota | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Paseo Pottery| Santa Fe, New Mexico |6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Textile Center Station 1: Hand Spinning
Explore the tactile process of transforming sheep’s wool roving into thread and fabric. Learn the basics of spinning thread and create your fiber blend using a selection of natural and dyed Churro wool.
Textile Center Station 2: Needle Felting Social
Experience the magic of needle felting by learning how to turn fuzzy wool fiber into fabric through friction. Participants will be invited to create colorful forms, figures, and patterns out of felt, which can be added to the collaborative “Global Fiber Art Map” that was started during the Flower Pounded Botanical Printing activity.
Paseo Pottery Station 1: Handbuilding with take-home sculptural clay
Discover various hand-building techniques with clay, including sculpting, coiling, and slab-building.
Paseo Pottery Station 2: Wheel throwing
Try your hand at the pottery wheel and learn some techniques to shape clay into round ceramic ware. Use the wheel to spin clay and create other forms you come up with as well.
Immersive Experiences at the Artist Demo Circle inside IFAM 2025 are made possible in collaboration with
The Market at
Railyard Park
Santa Fe
IFAM Entrance is located at the corner of Paseo De Paralta and S. Guadalupe Street
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505
Hours
Friday, July 11: 8am—5pm
Saturday, July 12: 10am—6pm
Sunday, July 13: 10am—4pm
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Tips for Your Visit
Maximize your experience with these helpful tips:
Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Santa Fe, New Mexico, sits above 7,000 feet above sea level. Our summers can be hot and dry.
Stay hydrated, bring a refillable water bottle, and enjoy our local food vendors!
Ready, Set, See the World
The World Awaits You at the Railyard! We welcome you to City Different (Santa Fe, New Mexico).
Market Entrance
The IFAM General Entrance is located on the corner of Guadalupe and Paseo De Paralta Streets, and our ADA/VIP-only entrance is located on the Santa Fe Rail Trail behind SITE Santa Fe.
Getting to Market
IFAM encourages traveling “lightly” to the Market! Consider the Santa Fe Trails bus system, Rail Runner train, Santa Fe Rail Trail, IFAM’s Bike Valet, metered street parking, or nearby municipal lots. If you choose to drive, allow extra time for parking!
Ride Your Bike:
Our venue at Railyard Park is located right next to the Santa Fe Rail Trail, this is an extensive 15-mile trail that ends right at the Santa Fe Depot Station. Once you get to Market, you can check your bike in at our FREE Volunteer-run Bike Valet on Saturday and Sunday. The Bike Valet will be stationed on Paseo de Peralta near the former Warehouse 21 building. Explore the Rail Trail Map here.
Shuttles:
There are two shuttles that will be operating to Market! These are free to use. ROUTES BEGIN ONE HOUR BEFORE THE MARKET AND END ONE HOUR AFTER.
ADA Shuttles: Our ADA-compliant shuttles will run continuously from Wednesday through Sunday.
Pick-up location: South Capitol Rail Runner Station (1301 Alta Vista St.)
Parking: Available at the nearby Runnels Building parking lot.
Drop-off: Near the former Warehouse 21 building, just steps from our ADA entrance.
Rideshare Services:
If you choose to utilize rideshare services like (Lyft, Uber, etc.) or a hotel shuttle, you will be dropped off at our designated rideshare location at 1625 Paseo de Peralta (formerly Alvord Elementary).
Scooter Rentals:
You can arrange a rental ahead of time through our partner, Preferred Medical. To reserve, Contact Ray Maez at (505) 820-7766.
Where do I park?
IFAM takes place in the heart of Santa Fe’s Railyard District, with nearly 900 parking spaces within easy walking distance of the Market.
We're also proud to champion sustainability!
Combo tickets are available for Rail Runner + IFAM, making it easy to park at any Rail Runner station and ride directly into the Railyard–footsteps from the Market.
Check the official Rio Metro Schedule here.
ADA Parking: If you have a disability placard, you'll find designated ADA parking spaces along the northwest side of Camino de la Familia, near the intersection with Paseo de Peralta.
State Capitol Parking Facility:
485 Galisteo St. Santa Fe, NM 87501
NOTE: City parking rates vary. IFAM does not validate parking. When parking in private lots, please look for parking attendants.
Walking:
Railyard Park is incredibly accessible if you are staying in the downtown area. If you need a location to plug into your map app use 740 Cerrillos Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505
Respecting the Community:
Please adhere to City rules and respect the surrounding neighborhoods. Do not park in areas marked with “no parking” signs or where residential permits are required. You may be towed at your own expense.
Road Closures:
During Market hours, Paseo de Peralta will be closed between the intersections of S. Guadalupe St. and Camino de la Familia.
Get to Know Santa Fe’s Railyard Park
Our Market venue, the 11-acre Railyard Park, is a unique urban green space developed through community input and dedicated to sustainability, cultural enrichment, and open gathering. Governed by a conservation easement, it will remain a community space for generations.
The Railyard Park Conservancy (RPC) manages educational programs, public art, and conservation efforts like the Healthy Soils Campaign. Each year, RPC mobilizes thousands of volunteer hours to maintain the Park’s vibrant, drought-tolerant landscape.
Please Stay on the Paths!
Help protect sensitive plants and active restoration areas by staying on designated pathways. Learn more at railyardpark.org.
Plan Your Day
Prepare for an unforgettable journey into the world of folk art. We can’t wait to welcome you to the Market!
Make your Market experience seamless:
Cashless Market: All purchases at the Market are cashless. Be sure to bring a credit or debit card to complete your transactions.
ATMs Nearby: Need cash for other activities? ATMs are conveniently located in the Railyard Arts District.
Conservation Reminder: The Market is located adjacent to a protected portion of the park managed by the Santa Fe Park Conservancy. Please help us preserve its beauty during your visit.
Sales Policy: Artists are exhibitors; all sales are made through IFAM. Your purchases directly support artists and their communities.
Additional
FAQs
Will there be entertainment?
Yes! IFAM is more than just a Market. Enjoy a full entertainment schedule that includes concerts, dance performances, artist demonstrations, children's activities, and more!
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5-7 p.m. | Community Celebration Feat. Red Baraat | Brooklyn, NY
Free to the publicIFAM is proud to sponsor the Lensic360 Summer Scene5! Keep the spirit of the Market going—explore the incredible energy of Santa Fe’s Railyard District all weekend long!
July 9, Wednesday, IFAM Community Celebration featuring Red Baraat
July 10, Thursday– Como Agua & La Doña
July 11, Friday— Seanchai & Malian guitar legend Vieux Farka Touré
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Thursday, July 10
6-9 p.m. | Opening Night Celebration: Sponsored by Thornburg Investment - Feat. Khumariyaan | Pakistan
Become a region+ supporter to receive an invitation. Visit folkartmarket.org/donate to learn more. -
Textile and Fiber Arts Day: Exploring Plant-Based Pigments
8-10 a.m. | Early Bird Market | $90 per person
The ticket includes admission all day Friday.8:30-9 a.m. | Dugsher Sengsum for Obstacle Removal
10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Friday Market | $25 per person
The ticket includes re-entry.10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Immersive Experiences with The Textile Center1
10-11 a.m. | Marimbas Of The World | Marimbas | Africa, Guatemala, & Mexico
11 a.m.-noon | Babaran Segaragunung Culture House | Batik Demonstration | Indonesia
12-1 p.m. | Sneha Chakradhar | Classical Dance | India
1-2 p.m. | Siju Shamji Vishram | Kutch Hand-Weaving Demonstration | India
2-3 p.m. | Emiarte Flamenco | Flamenco Dance | Santa Fe
3-4 p.m. | Cirila Aragón Cortés - Morelos | Poncho Dyeing Demonstration | Mexico
4-5 p.m. | Emiarte Flamenco | Flamenco Dance | Santa Fe
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Ceramics Day: Hands-On With Clay
10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Saturday Market
$20 per person. Saturday Market tickets include same-day re-entry until 5 p.m. The Market will close from 5-6 p.m. on Saturday to prepare for the Night Market.10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Immersive Experiences with Paseo Pottery2
11 a.m.-noon | Matin Malikzada | Malikzada Pottery | Wheel Throwing Demonstration | Afghanistan
12-1 p.m. | Los Niños De Santa Fe | Mexican Folkloric Dances | Santa Fe
1-2 p.m. | Juana Gomez Ramirez | Handbuilding The Jaguar Demonstration | Mexico
2-3 p.m. | Los Niños De Santa Fe | Mexican Folkloric Dances | Santa Fe
3-4 p.m. | Artemio Poma Gutierrez | Traditional Quinoa Pottery Demonstration | Peru
Saturday, July 12
Night Market
6-9 p.m. | Saturday Night Market - Feat. Poet, Rapper, And Songwriter, Telmary | Cuba
$25 per person.6-9 p.m. | Immersive Experiences - Stop by our interactive stations to try folk art techniques guided by local artists and educators from The Textile Center1 and Paseo Pottery2.
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Celebrating Community Expression
10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Community Day | Sponsored by New Mexico Tourism Department
Free with timed-entry ticket. (Includes re-entry)10 a.m.-3 p.m. Make & Take Station with The Museum of International Folk Art3
11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Ntombifuthi Sibiya (KwaZulu-Natal Weavers) | Basket Weaving Demonstration | South Africa12-1 p.m. | Ka Lā Kapu | Polynesian Dance | Albuquerque
1-2 p.m. | Esteban Silva (Taller De Papel Delirio) | Paper-Making Demonstration | Mexico
3-3:30 p.m. | Drepung Loseling Monks | Tibetan Environmental Cleansing & Purification Puja
What does timed entry mean?
Timed entry means you select a specific entry time when purchasing your ticket. Once inside, you’re welcome to stay and shop, eat, dance, and enjoy the Market until we close for the day.
Note: On Saturday, the Market closes briefly before reopening for Night Market. Night Market is a special evening event and requires a separate ticket.
Can I bring my dog?
While the IFAM staff is an unrepentant group of dog lovers, we ask that you leave your furry companions at home unless they are licensed service animals.
§ NOTE: Please do not leave your dog in a hot car. Folks will be monitoring parking lots and will NOT HESITATE break car windows to preserve the safety of animals.
Which artists are participating in the 2025 Market
Visit the IFAM 2025 Artist Directory to find your favorite artist coming to the Market.
Will there be food?
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.
IFAM 2025 Food Vendors
Jambo Cafe
Celina’s Biscochitos
Platero Fry Bread & Navajo Tacos
Betterday Coffee
Freshie’s Juices
Anasazi Paletas
Marigold KitchenTulsi
Last Call Kombucha
Cafecito *Opening Night Exclusive
Cowgirl *Opening Night Exclusive
Izanami *Opening Night Exclusive
Tumbleroot Brewery & Distillery (available at Opening Night Celebration + Saturday Night Market)
Please note: You must be 21 or older and have a valid ID to consume alcohol at IFAM 2025.
Will you offer an art concierge service?
Within the IFAM footprint, we will continue to offer our Volunteer-run Art Valet tent. Here, you can drop off your purchases during the Market so you can shop without carrying your bag. You must pick up your items before the Market closes.
How do I get tickets to Thursday’s Opening Night Celebration?
Our supporters of $1,000 and above are invited to the Opening Night Celebration on Thursday, July 10 from 6 to 9pm in Railyard Park. This is the first opportunity to explore and shop the Market before it opens to the public. You are invited to enjoy an evening with smaller crowds, cooler temperatures, complimentary food, drinks, and live music. Make a gift online, or call our Advancement Office at 505-992-7608.
Where is the Community Celebration & Artist Procession?
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at the Railyard Water Tower - Lensic360 Summer Scene Concert Series sponsored by IFAM presents Red Baraat, which will follow the IFAM artist community celebration.
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Explore Folk Art.
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Where culture meets.
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Learn the traditions behind the art.
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Soak up Folk Art magic.
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Savor every moment.
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Something for the whole family.
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Celebrate Folk Art.
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Fun at every corner.
