Mesa Verde National Park and Mesa Verde Association present the 2026 Annual Indigenous Arts and Culture Festival on Saturday, July 4, and Sunday, July 5, 2026. This gathering celebrates the living cultures of the Southwest and provides space for artists to share knowledge, demonstrate techniques, speak with visitors, and offer artwork for sale. 

Saturday, July 4, 2026 at the Mesa Verde Visitor 

There will be an art market featuring over 30 artisans from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Lomayestewa Family will be performing Traditional Hopi Dances from the Hopi Village of Shungopavi, performed by the Lomayestewa Family. Performances will occur outside the east entrance of the visitor center at 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00pm, and 3:00 pm.

Sunday, July 5, 2026 on Chapin Mesa

At the Mesa Verde Museum, six cultural demonstrators will be showcasing their craftsmanship and conversing with park visitors about their art or craft and its relevance to Indigenous culture. Demonstrations begin at 9:00 a.m. and occur throughout the day. Also on Sunday, July 5, 2026 the Lomayestewa Family will perform traditional Hopi dances at the Chapin Mesa Amphiteater at 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.