our annual events
Upcoming Events
EL RANCHO DE LAS GOLONDRINAS' SANTA FE SPRING FESTIVAL
June 13, 2026 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM
El Rancho de las Golondrinas
334 Los Pinos Road
Santa Fe, NM
The Lightning Boy Foundation was honored to perform at the annual Spring Festival at El Rancho de Las Golondrinas, celebrating the rich cultural traditions that make New Mexico unique. Our Indigenous hoop dancers shared the beauty, storytelling, and athleticism of Native culture alongside traditional Hispanic dance, artisan demonstrations, and historic activities that bring the past to life. Events like the Spring Festival provide meaningful opportunities to educate, inspire, and connect communities through the power of cultural preservation and performance.
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SKY RAILWAY: SANTA FE SCENIC
June 14, 2026, July 12, 2026, July 26, 202, August 9, 2026, September 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 | 2:45PM –3:00PM
Lightning Boy Foundation hoop dancers will be featured at Santa Fe Scenic for an afternoon of Native American dance, sharing the artistry, storytelling, and cultural traditions of hoop dancing with the community.
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MEOW WOLF PHENOMENOMALY
June 25-28, 2026
House of Eternal Return
1352 Rufina Cir
Santa Fe, NM 87507
The Lightning Boy Foundation is excited to be part of Phenomenomaly at House of Eternal Return, an immersive experience where art, music, storytelling, and live performance come together in unexpected ways.
Our hoop dancers will bring energy, movement, and cultural expression to this one-of-a-kind event, engaging audiences throughout the exhibition alongside performers, giant puppets, glowing creatures, and interactive characters.
Opportunities like Phenomenomaly allow us to share Native traditions with new audiences while celebrating creativity, innovation, and community.
🎟️ Tickets are available for purchase.
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SITE SANTA FE PERALTA
July 1, 2026 | 7:00PM – 7:20PM
Lightning Boy Foundation hoop dancers will be featured at Santa Fe Scenic for an afternoon of Native American dance, sharing the artistry, storytelling, and cultural traditions of hoop dancing with the community.
5TH ANNUAL YOUTH HOOP DANCE CHAMPIONSHIP
August 1-2, 2026 | 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Museum of Indian Arts & Culture
Museum Hill
710 Camino Lejo,
Santa Fe, NM
The Youth Hoop Dance Championship is the Lightning Boy Foundation’s annual celebration of Indigenous culture, athleticism, and artistic expression. This free two-day event brings together Native youth from across the country to showcase their skills, share cultural traditions, and compete in a supportive environment.
The championship promotes cultural preservation, mentorship, leadership, and community while inspiring the next generation of hoop dancers and providing an opportunity for the public to experience the beauty and storytelling of Indigenous hoop dance.