# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Placitas RanchFest® - Harvest Celebration
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 pm – Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: Placitas RanchFest® Harvest Celebration
**Experience Autumn on the Ranch**

Celebrate the beauty of fall at **Elk Ridge Ranch** during the inaugural **Placitas RanchFest® Harvest Celebration** on **Saturday, October 17, 2026**, from **11:00 AM to 3:00 PM**.

Vendors can apply at vendor.ranchfestnm.com

Trade the summer heat for crisp autumn air as the Sandia Mountains provide a breathtaking backdrop for a day of ranch life, local shopping, delicious food, live music, and unforgettable family memories.

Your day includes:

🦬 Meet our famous baby bison and see the elk herd up close
🚜 Guided elk & bison ranch tours
🛍️ A curated Fall Market featuring New Mexico artists, makers, and local businesses
🎶 Live music throughout the day
🎃 Pumpkin photo opportunities and beautiful autumn scenery
🍔 Harvest-inspired food and seasonal treats
🍁 Golden cottonwoods, cooler temperatures, and spectacular New Mexico fall colors

October is one of the best times to experience the ranch. With comfortable temperatures, active wildlife, and the beauty of autumn across the high desert, it's the perfect season to gather with friends and family.

Whether you're searching for unique holiday gifts, enjoying a relaxing afternoon outdoors, or introducing your kids to ranch life, the **Placitas RanchFest® Harvest Celebration** offers a one-of-a-kind New Mexico experience.

📅 **Saturday, October 17, 2026**
🕚 **11:00 AM – 3:00 PM**
📍 **Elk Ridge Ranch • Placitas, New Mexico**

Admission and parking information will be announced soon.

Learn more at www.RanchFestNM.com

Come experience autumn on the ranch—we can't wait to welcome you.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/placitas/placitas-ranchfest-harvest-celebration/200030429615202
- **Event Categories**: music, harvest-festival, live-music, entertainment, kids, art, shopping, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 69

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Placitas
- **state**: NM
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 772 NM-165, Placitas, NM, United States, New Mexico 87043
- **lat**: 35.30424
- **long**: -106.40989
- **full address**: 772 NM-165, Placitas, NM, United States, New Mexico 87043

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Placitas RanchFest® - Harvest Celebration being held?
  - **A:** Placitas RanchFest® - Harvest Celebration takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 11:00 pm to Sun, 18 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 772 NM-165, Placitas, NM, United States, New Mexico 87043.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Placitas RanchFest® - Harvest Celebration?
  - **A:** Placitas RanchFest® - Harvest Celebration is organized by New Mexico RanchFest.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Placitas RanchFest® - Harvest Celebration is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Placitas, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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