FAQs
When is the Market?
The Market is held annually during the 2nd full weekend of July. In 2011, the Market will take place July 8 (evening only), 9 and 10.
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are on Sale as of May 2, 2011 for the July 8-10, 2011 Market. One tickets become available, they will be on sale online, at the Museum of New Mexico Shops in Santa Fe, as well as Los Alamos Bank Locations.
Will there be a ticket will call at the market during the event weekend?
Yes. The will call window will be located at the admissions tent just outside the entrance to the Market.
How do I get to the Market?
1) PERA/Lamy Building Area Parking
Free parking and free buses to the Market are available just north of the intersection of Paseo de Peralta and Old Santa Fe Trail immediately east of the Roundhouse capitol building near downtown Santa Fe. There are multiple parking areas surrounding the Lamy Building and the PERA Building. Buses run from the front of the Lamy Building regularly from 7:00am on Saturday for Early Bird Market and starting at 8:00am for general admission market-goers. On Sunday, buses begin at 8:00am. New in 2011, there will be overflow parking for those attending the Market located in the State Capitol Parking Deck located at the corner of West Manhattan Avenue and Galisteo Street (entrance on Galisteo). Please note that buses to the Market for people who park in the parking deck will continue to pick up only at the location in front of the Lamy Building, just 1-2 blocks from the deck on the east side of the Roundhouse (Capitol Building).> View/Print larger PERA Lots parking map
2) South Capitol Area Parking
Park in the lots around the Runnels and Simms Buildings of the South Capitol Complex as well as the surrounding the Department of Transportation buildings. These lots are located in the block between St. Francis Drive, Cordova Road, Cerrillos Road, and Alta Vista Street. There is also additional overflow parking at the Lujan Building on the south side of Alta Vista.
Buses load from the west side of the bus platform at the South Capitol Station
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Is there parking at Museum Hill where the Market is held?
No. There is no parking available for the public (except for a very limited number of parking spaces for people with official handicap placards only) on Museum Hill where the Market takes place during the weekend. Please note that all of the City of Santa Fe buses are ADA complaint and we strongly encourage you to park in either of the public lots to avoid delays getting to the Market. In addition, there are several road closures in the immediate area on Old Santa Fe Trail, Camino Lejo, Camino Pinones, and Camino Corrales with the possible addition of others.
Please park at the free parking lots at the either the PERA lots and take the free bus from the Lamy Building on Don Gaspar at the corner of Paseo de Peralta or park at the South Capitol Complex/Department of Transportation lots and take the free bus from the bus platform at the South Capitol Rail Runner Station. Please do your part to keep the market experience pleasant for all and keep all personal vehicles away from the Museum Hill area on Market weekend.
Are the Market, its parking and public shuttles handicapped accessible?
Yes. There are some handicapped designated parking places near the Lamy Building where the buses will both pick up and return to the PERA lot as well as near the rail road tracks across from the bus platform at the South Capitol Rail Runner Station lot. In addition, all Santa Fe Trails buses are handicapped accessible and are equipped with wheelchair lifts. If you have any more specific questions regarding the shuttles please contact Santa Fe Trails Transit toll free at (866) 551-7433 for more information.
At the Market site every effort had been made to make your visit as easy and enjoyable as possible. All three areas of the Market site as well as the museums are handicapped accessible. An elevator is provided between the lower and upper levels of the Market. The food area is accessible as well, though there is a short incline that you must travel up and down to get to the dining area. If you find this too difficult to navigate there is also dining available at the Museum Hill Café on the upper level of the Market.
Wheelchairs are not provided by the Market so please bring one if you think you will need it. Inside the museums however there are wheelchairs available for your use while inside the museums only. They may not be taken outside onto Milner Plaza where the Market takes place.
Can I ride my bicycle to the Market?
Yes. Bike Santa Fe will be providing a bike “valet” service for those of you who wish to pedal your way to the market. The Bike Valet will be available starting at 8am on Saturday and 9am on Sunday. The service is free but donations are accepted. If you ride your bike, you must enter Camino Lejo from Camino Corrales for safety reasons. Camino Lejo is one-way (north) during the Market to allow the quickest and safest travel for our public shuttles for visitors.
Is there food available at the Market?
Yes. There is an International Food Bazaar at the Market. Though the vendors may change from year to year, you can expect international foods, often organic and fair trade, available from local vendors including Cameroonian, Asian, and Indian, Mediterranean, Mexican and traditional New Mexican foods. The Museum Hill Café is also open during the Market.
May I bring my pet to the Market?
No. Pets are not allowed on Milner Plaza by state ordinance. Assistance dogs are allowed.
Are there any events for children?
The Market itself is a wonderfully exciting event for children. The countless new sites and sounds experienced at the market from the international music and dance performers to folk artists and art from approximately 50 countries will surely thrill people of all ages. For the very young it may be their first introduction to understanding the larger global community. In addition, there a workshops and demonstrations held each day.
What do I do if a buy an item that is particularly large and fragile at the Market?
Most things you may buy are easily transportable on the buses. Feel free to take up more than one seat; the buses run constantly and there’s room for all!
If you do end up purchasing something- a large ceramic piece that is very fragile for example- that you physically cannot get on the bus without great risk to you and/or the item, we can help you get it home. If you find yourself in that situation just stop by the information booth on the upper level of the market and they can help.
By far, the easiest way to handle such situations is by using PakMail, who are on site all weekend. They will wrap any purchase in bubble wrap for free!, box it up professionally if you prefer (though there is a fee for this), or even deliver it to you if you just want a reliable way to get it home without any hefting on your part whatsoever (again for a fee). They will deliver items locally as well as internationally. They are great!
What happens in the case of inclement weather?
We are a rain or shine event. Most activities take place under cover, in beautiful tents, in any case. Market admission also includes entry to the two museums on the site, the Museum of International Folk Art and the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture.
Are tickets refundable?
No. All tickets are non-refundable.
What are the Market dates for the next few years?
The Market is always held the second FULL weekend in July
2011
July 8-9-10
2012
July 13-14-15
2013
July 12-13-14
2014
July 11-12-13
2015
July 10-11-12
