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5 Must-See Santa Fe Events to Ignite Your Labor Day Weekend Getaway

A glorious three-day weekend awaits. Make the most of summer's final days in Santa Fe with these top events for an unforgettable Labor Day escape.

Celebrate the 92nd Burning of Zozobra

5 Must-See Santa Fe Events to Ignite Your Labor Day Weekend Getaway

Zozobra, a giant marionette effigy created by artist Will Shuster. (Photo courtesy of the Burning of Zozobra)

Don't miss The Burning of Zozobra, an annual tradition by the Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe. This 50-foot marionette symbolizes community worries, set ablaze amid fireworks and cheers at Fort Marcy Ball Park, near the historic Santa Fe Plaza. As Zozobra burns on Friday, September 2, join thousands in releasing gloom and embracing joy.

Kewa Pueblo Annual Arts and Crafts Fair

5 Must-See Santa Fe Events to Ignite Your Labor Day Weekend Getaway

Over 300 artists showcase their work. (Photo courtesy of Kewa Pueblo)

On September 3-4, explore the Kewa Pueblo Annual Arts & Crafts Fair (formerly Santo Domingo Pueblo). Discover authentic Native American jewelry, pottery, dances, food, and produce from 300+ artists, just south of Santa Fe. Download the full Pueblo events schedule here.

Unique Art Shows in the Plaza

5 Must-See Santa Fe Events to Ignite Your Labor Day Weekend Getaway

Meet artists at the Santa Fe Fiesta fair. (Photo courtesy of the Santa Fe Fiesta Council)

Santa Fe Fiesta Fine Arts & Crafts Show

Find one-of-a-kind jewelry, pottery, paintings, and more at the juried Fiesta Fine Arts and Crafts Market in the historic Plaza, September 3-5.

Santa Fe Society of Artists Art Show

View paintings, prints, photography, and sculpture at the Santa Fe Society of Artists juried show at 122 W. Palace Avenue, west of the Plaza.

HIPICO Santa Fe Summer Series: Turquoise Trail Week

5 Must-See Santa Fe Events to Ignite Your Labor Day Weekend Getaway

World-class equestrian competitions. (Photo courtesy of HIPICO Santa Fe)

Experience A-rated competitions, The Art of the Horse exhibit, live music, food, craft beer, and shopping at the free HIPICO Santa Fe Turquoise Trail Week, Friday-Sunday afternoons. See more Summer Series events.

The Fence

View 40 international photographers' works on "community" at The Fence, a large-scale outdoor exhibit at Santa Fe Railyard Park, through September 30.

Plan your trip with our Must-See Events page. For August ideas, see Nine Santa Fe Must-Go August Events. Check Deals and Specials and order the 2016 Santa Fe travel guide.

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