Join us for a celebration of the past, present, and future of our Taos community! Through FREE programs and “Taos-centric” exhibitions, share and explore our history while preserving and celebrating traditions, customs and artforms.

¡Que Viva! is a grito (a Spanish celebratory exclamation) meaning “Long Live,” proclaiming that the traditions of New Mexico are here to stay.

Planned agenda for Saturday, June 7

11am–3pm

• ¡Que Viva! Artes invitational local art exhibition and sale (in The Lunder Research Center)
• Timeless Turns: The Legacy of Tio Vivo history and art exhibition (in the 1830s Luna Chapel)
• Tio Vivo carousel rides & photo opportunities
• Santos carving demonstrations by the Barela family
• Local food and beverages - mostly free
• Youth Heartline bubble booth
• Take-home kids' planting activity with Los Jardineros Garden Club of Taos
• Mini-catapult educational activity with Twirl
• Classic cars on display
• Face painting - free!
• Fill out a short survey for a chance at one of our door prizes

12–1 pm

• Dancers and musicians performing in the historic Couse Garden
• Fiesta de Taos Royal Court promenade – ¡y el grito!

1–3 pm

• Open house tours of the historic site

See our Sunday event page for more activities