Stories · Santa Fe

Santa Fe, in stories.

5 stories written by the people who actually live Santa Fe. Updated as the city changes.

HAPPY-HOUR

Santa Fe Happy Hour Guide: Where Locals Go After Work

After the workday ends in Santa Fe, the city shifts into a relaxed rhythm. From classic New Mexican spots to lively bars with strong local followings, here’s where to find the best deals and genuine after-work energy.

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FOOD-DRINK

A First-Timer's Guide to Santa Fe Food

New Mexican food is its own cuisine — not Mexican, not Tex-Mex. Here's how to navigate Santa Fe's food scene the way locals do, starting with the only question that matters: red or green?

NEIGHBORHOODS

Santa Fe Neighborhoods: A Lived-In Guide

Santa Fe's neighborhoods read very different in person than they do on a map. Here's a walking-distance breakdown of where to look depending on what you actually want.

LIFESTYLE

Moving to Santa Fe: A Practical Primer

Santa Fe sits at 7,200 feet, the second-oldest city in the United States, and the third-largest art market in the country. Here's the practical primer on what relocating here actually involves — beyond the postcard.

CULTURE

The Santa Fe Year: A Month-by-Month Calendar

Santa Fe runs on a strong event calendar. Here's what each month of the year actually looks like for someone living here — the festivals, the weather, the rhythms that matter.

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