3 Must-Savor Cocktail and Culinary Experiences in Santa Fe

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In Santa Fe, The City Different, the fusion of cocktails and culture delivers exceptional events. Discover three highlights in June, featuring top-tier libations, cuisine, and art.

Cocktails and Culture Festival: A Showcase of Mixology Excellence

The Cocktails and Culture Festival highlights Santa Fe's premier mixology. (Photo courtesy of Cocktails and Culture Festival)

The is a premier gathering of cocktails and culture. This multi-day event offers live entertainment, tastings of cocktails and food, and expert mixology seminars. Kicking off this year is the new Margarita Trail Taco Wars opening party, featuring a tequila seminar by Master Mixologist Bobby “G” Gleason, mariachi music, creative street tacos, and margaritas from the Santa Fe Margarita Trail.

Created by Natalie Bovis, founder of the Santa Fe New Mexico Cocktails & Culture Festival, this event draws on her expertise. Named one of Four Women Leading the Liquor Industry by Bustle.com, Bovis channels her passion for culinary arts and hospitality through her business, The Liquid Muse.

The festival runs June 2–4, 2017. Secure your today.

ARTsmart Edible Art Tour: A Feast for Eyes and Palate

Sample exceptional art and food at the ARTsmart Edible Art Tour. (Photo courtesy of ARTsmart)

Santa Fe transforms into a vibrant celebration of visual arts, cuisine, wine, and people-watching during this three-day extravaganza. The guides adventurous visitors through 31 galleries over two evenings, with paired tastings from top local restaurants. Friday explores downtown, while Saturday ventures along historic Canyon Road. Savor culinary masterpieces alongside inspiring paintings and sculptures from local and international artists. This sensory delight supports youth art programs in Santa Fe. The event occurs June 9–10, 2017.

Explore the Santa Fe Margarita Trail Round up the gang for your Santa Fe Margarita Trail adventure! (Photo courtesy of Tourism Santa Fe)

Begin your journey in June with the Passport. Discover 31 unique margaritas, each with its own recipe included. Here's how it works: Purchase your $3 Passport at any Tourism Santa Fe Visitor Center or participating spot. Enjoy a $1 discount on signature margaritas, collect stamps (max two per day), and redeem rewards—t-shirt at 5 stamps, autographed The Great Margarita Book at 20, and a Bartender Kit upon completion. Must be 21+. Passports are valid indefinitely and transferable. Redeem prizes at the downtown Visitor Center.

Plan your cocktail and culture getaway with the , find at santafe.org, and check .