From early morning to dusk, usually on the first weekend in August, the Plaza is filled with all sorts of arts and crafts from exhibitors who come to Santa Fe from throughout the country. Girls Incorporated of Santa Fe, a nonprofit organization that offers programs for girls during the school year and over the summer, benefits from the booth fees. Santa Fe residents and visitors can see and buy paintings, handmade clothing, original toys, jewelry of all sorts, stained glass and more.
Admission is free.
Santa Fe County Fair Santa Fe County Fair Grounds, Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe County 4-H plays a major role in this event, which draws produce, livestock and other entries from throughout rural Santa Fe County. 4- Hers add to the fun. Watch for it in early August. Santa Fe celebrities, including the mayor, the superintendent of schools and the chief of police, have helped with the scooping.