Placitas Ranch Fest Pops Up June 21 at Elk Ridge Ranch
Placitas, NM – Something wild is happening in the high desert this summer. The first-ever Placitas Ranch Fest, a vibrant outdoor market celebrating local art, music, food, and community, will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 11 AM to 4 PM at Elk Ridge Ranch, 772 NM-165 in Placitas. INTERESTED? PLEASE RESERVE YOUR FREE TICKET
Hosted on a working elk ranch and sponsored by Clear Light Cedar, the festival offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern creativity. Guests can shop from an array of local artisans, indulge in New Mexico cuisine from food trucks, enjoy live music, and catch cooking demonstrations—all while taking in breathtaking views of the Sandias and the chance to see real elk up close.
“We wanted to create a one-of-a-kind community experience that feels authentically New Mexican,” says event organizer Keith Allen West, who is also known for his work on stage, screen, and… with a certain pig. Yes, the event’s official mascot, Priscilla, Pig of the Desert, will be making a special guest appearance.
The event is free to attend with ample on-site parking, making it an accessible and family-friendly way to spend a summer Saturday.
Event Details:
Placitas Ranch Fest
Saturday, June 21, 2025
11 AM – 4 PM
Elk Ridge Ranch
772 NM-165, Placitas, NM 87043
Free Admission & Parking
Follow @elkridgeranchnm, @clearlightcedar, and @keithallenwest for updates and sneak peeks.
