Taos Pueblo Ceremony Dates

For a comprehensive calendar of all 19 Northern New Mexico Pueblo Feast Days and Ceremony dates go to: http://santafeselection.com/visitor-info/pueblo-feast-days-calendar

TAOS PUEBLO

For centuries Native American pueblo ceremonies and feast days have been taking place all over Northern New Mexico. The pueblo councils generously allow outsiders to visit these spectacular events.

If you're visiting anywhere in Northern New Mexico you'll be glad you included Taos Pueblo in your itinerary.

Keep in mind that from Feb 1 through March 31 they will be closed to outsiders. The following ceremonies are taking place the rest of the year.

Annual Ceremony Dates:

Jan. 1, Turtle Dance Jan. 6, Deer or Buffalo Dance May 3, Santa Cruz Feast Day June 13, San Antonio Feast Day June 24, San Juan Feast Day July 12,13,14, — 28th Annual Taos Pueblo Pow-Wow July 25, Santiago Feast Day July 26, Santa Ana Feast Day Sept. 29, San Geronimo Eve Vespers Sept. 30, San Geronimo Day, Traditional Pole Climbing Dec. 24, Procession of the Virgin Mary Dec. 25, Deer or Matachines Dance

If you are going to visit, please be sure to respect their rules and regulations that are posted at the pueblo or you can ask when you check in at the Visitor Center.

Note: No photography is permitted during the ceremonies and Feast Days.

The Pueblo is usually open to visitors daily from 9 am to 4:00 pm, except when tribal rituals require it to be closed to the public. In winter, it will close for about 10 weeks, usually from February 1 through March 31st. If visiting during this time, it is always wise to call ahead and check if it's open. Taos Pueblo Tourism Department:    (575) 758 1028

All visitors must sign in at the Visitor Center, pay the appropriate fees and adhere to the rules that respect the Pueblo, the privacy of residents, their homes and property. Camera Fees – Personal Photography (If permitted) Camera, cell phone and video fee: see website

For a comprehensive calendar of all 19 Northern New Mexico Pueblo Feast Days and Ceremony dates go to: http://santafeselection.com/visitor-info/pueblo-feast-days-calendar

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