August 15, September 27

INDIGENOUS WAYS FESTIVAL 2025

Come Celebrate at the 2025 IndigenousWays Festival

Join us for two unforgettable days of music, art, food, culture, and community at the 2025 IndigenousWays Festival!

FREE | FAMILY-FRIENDLY | ASL INTERPRETED | ACCESSIBLE TO ALL

Friday, August 15th

5–10 PM

📍 Santa Fe Railyard Water Tower
(1608 Alcaldesa St., Santa Fe, NM 87501)

Under the open skies at the Santa Fe Railyard Water Tower, the 2025 IndigenousWays Festival kicks off with an evening of rhythm, spirit, and celebration. In collaboration with Lensic360, we invite you to join us for an unforgettable night where music fills the air, laughter weaves through vendor stalls, and the warmth of community surrounds us like a cherished melody.

The evening will be illuminated by the soul-stirring artistry of two-time Grammy Award-winner Robert Mirabal, whose voice and flute embody the spirit of the land. Experience the uplifting roots-reggae fusion of Innastate, the fierce and inspiring sounds of Grammy-recognized hip-hop artist G Precious, the breathtaking vocals of Radmilla Cody, blending beauty, strength, and tradition, and the raw, poetic energy of Def-I, whose words connect generations and worlds.

Beyond the stage, immerse yourself in a vibrant marketplace featuring local artisans, treat your taste buds to delicious offerings from food trucks, and enjoy activities designed for all ages. This is an evening to honor our roots, celebrate our identities, and embrace the journey ahead—together.

Come dance, connect, and be part of the story.

Saturday, September 27th

11 AM–8 PM

📍 Santa Fe Railyard Performance Green (740 Cerrillos Road,
Santa Fe, NM 87501)

The celebration continues at the Santa Fe Railyard Performance Green. Spend the day immersed in performances, workshops, storytelling, food trucks, artisan booths, and activities for all ages. Together, we’ll honor Indigenous voices, traditions, and dreams for the future.

This year’s festival embraces the theme: K’éh, ʻAiga, Whānau — Family, celebrating the connections that ground us, sustain us, and carry us forward.

Details to come soon!

✨ Festival Highlights ✨

🎶 Live Indigenous and world music performances
🛍️ Artisan vendor market
🍽️ Local food trucks and pop-ups
🌿 Cultural workshops, storytelling, and activities
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Family-friendly spaces
🧏‍♀️ ASL interpreters at all performances
♿️ Fully accessible grounds
🎉 A welcoming, joyful community atmosphere

Thank you to our 2025 Festival Sponsors!

Thank You

Ahéhee' nihíká’ anajah dóó nihil nisoozí

In Navajo: thank you for your support and for standing together with us.

IndigenousWays is incredibly thankful to all our sponsors -  their financial generosity allows us to bring this festival free to our community. We are equally grateful to all our partner organizations, who have helped put the IndigenousWays Festival on the map and provide us with wisdom. And a special shout-out to the scores of volunteers who lend their time and energy, month after month to the festival.