505 Night Market's Main Event Comes to the Santa Fe Railyard
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 3, 2026
Media contact:
Lorraine Chow
hello@505nightmarket.com
SANTA FE, N.M – Following a breakout soft launch at The Kitchen Table Santa Fe that welcomed more than 700 attendees, the 505 Night Market returns with its first full-scale flagship event at the Santa Fe Railyard on Saturday, Aug. 8 from 5-9 p.m.
Inspired by the bustling night markets around the world, the 505 Night Market invites the community to gather around food, music, dance, and art. The free, family-friendly event will feature more than 60 food, dessert, and beverage vendors, as well as artists, makers, nonprofits, and community organizations, a showcase of the incredible talent and diversity of Northern New Mexico's creative communities.
Visit www.505nightmarket.com for the latest performance schedule and confirmed vendor lineup. Programming and participating vendors are subject to change.
WHEN: Saturday, August 8, 5-9 p.m. + after-parties at surrounding bars
WHERE: Santa Fe Railyard, 1607 Paseo De Peralta, Santa Fe, NM 87501
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
Food, Drinks & Sweet Treats
Attendees can explore an exciting lineup of regional favorites and new establishments, including Jambo Cafe, KAWA Filipino Food, Aly's A La Cart, Fire Tacos, Picnic Cheese, Platero Frybread, Green Chile Crisp, Potato Cat Bakery, Manila Boi, El Guajolote, The Ox 1985, Arepas Santa Fe, Crackle & Creme, Kats Karamel Confection, Blossom & Glaze, Travelers' Teahouse, Zay's Snacks, and Tycoolz, serving special treats for four-legged 505 Night Market guests.
Artists, Makers & Local Creatives
Browse handcrafted goods and original artworks and enjoy family-friendly activities. Vendors include TT Design Contemporary Navajo Jewelry, The Avizeh Collective, Colibri Corazon, Anthony Gchachu Paintings, Laura Doodles, Star Bear Creations, Sara DelVecchio Art, and many more local artists and makers.
Live Entertainment & Family Activities
DJ performances by Nokabah and Ride
Taiko drumming performance by Torii Taiko
Flamenco dancing youth performance by EmiArteFlamenco Academy
Silent Disco presented by Remix Audio Bar
Hands-on activities for all ages throughout the evening: family activity booth hosted by Meghan Montelibano Gorman of Santa Fam; craft activity with Vital Spaces; face painting; henna; tarot readings
The celebration extends beyond the market with exclusive 505 Night Market drink specials and after-parties at some of the Santa Fe Railyard's favorite gathering spots, including As Above So Below, Gatsby's, The Low Bar at Nuckolls, and Second Street Brewery.
Guests are invited to explore the Railyard, enjoying local hospitality and supporting the neighboring businesses that help make this community so vibrant.
Community Partners & Sponsors
The 505 Night Market is made possible through the collaboration and support of:
City of Santa Fe Office of Economic Development
City of Santa Fe Arts & Culture Department
Santa Fe Railyard
The Kitchen Table Santa Fe
Undisputed Fitness
Asian Business Collaborative
Vital Spaces
Street Food Institute & Barelas Community Kitchen
ArtWalk Santa Fe
PHOTO & VIDEO OPPORTUNITIES
- Bustling night market atmosphere
- Local chefs preparing street food
- Handmade artwork and artisan booths
- Community gathering and dining
- Live music and dance performances
INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE WITH
505 Night Market co-founders Rachel Lee, Lorraine Chow, Will Brandenburg, Carmen Brandenburg
ABOUT THE 505 NIGHT MARKET
Rooted with love for place and people, 505 Night Market is a space to gather, discover, and savor—New Mexico style. As the sun sets, wander through offerings from local chefs, small food businesses, and artists, all infused with the spirit of the high desert and a shared sense of connection under the evening sky.
Our mission is to celebrate the region’s rich intercultural spirit by bringing together local entrepreneurs from every background to build a night market that grows community, builds economic opportunity, and makes space for everyone to thrive.
Facebook/Instagram: @505nightmarket
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