The Inn of The Five Graces is a luxury hotel and resort in downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico.The Inn of The Five Graces is a luxury hotel and resort in downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico.

The Great American Summer

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The Great American Summer: A Season of History, Music & Adventure in Santa Fe

This summer, The Inn of The Five Graces invites guests to experience “The Great American Summer,” a season-long celebration honoring two defining milestones in American history: the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 100th anniversary of Route 66. Rooted in the spirit of exploration, storytelling, and cultural exchange that has shaped the American Southwest for centuries, the new programming blends history, hospitality, music, and adventure through a distinctly Santa Fe lens.

Independence Day

Fourth of July Celebration

At the heart of the celebration is a festive Fourth of July weekend honoring America’s semiquincentennial with an elevated Southwestern BBQ experience at The Inn. Guests will gather July 4th from 5-8pm for an intimate holiday celebration featuring complimentary regional cuisine, live music, seasonal cocktails, and a convivial atmosphere reflective of Santa Fe’s creative spirit and longstanding traditions of community gathering. *Exclusively for guests of The Inn of The Five Graces

Live Music

Live Music at The Pink Adobe

Music programming continues throughout the summer with live performances every Tuesday and Wednesday evening, as well as every other Friday from June through September, creating a lively backdrop for warm Santa Fe nights at The Pink Adobe.

Opera at The Pink

Exclusive Opera Evenings

The Inn hosts two exclusive “Opera at the Pink” evenings at Pink Adobe, pairing world-class performances with refined dining experiences.

  • July 16: The Young-Tiranno Duo — violinist Elizabeth Young & tenor John Tiranno, with three-course dinner & wine pairings
  • August 13: Harpist Grace Browning & mezzo-soprano Megan Marino, with three-course dinner & wine pairings

Both evenings are priced at $195 per person and require advance reservations. Visit The Pink Adobe for more information and reservations.

Aperitif Hour

Poolside Aperitif Hour

Throughout the summer, Inn guests enjoy Aperitif Hour every Thursday and Friday starting at 4pm poolside, featuring the New Mexico launch of Jon Bon Jovi’s signature Hampton Water Rosé, alongside craft cocktails and seasonal bites exclusively for guests of the property. Designed to evoke the easy rhythm of an American summer, the gatherings bring a relaxed yet elevated energy to afternoons at the Inn.

Route 66

Route 66 – Layers of History

Debuting this season is the Inn’s new “Route 66 – Layers of History” experience, created in partnership with Santa Fe Mountain Adventures. Commemorating the centennial anniversary of America’s most iconic highway, the immersive excursion traces the lesser-known origins of Route 66 through New Mexico’s dramatic landscapes.

Traveling aboard custom Swiss Army vehicles, guests journey from downtown Santa Fe to La Bajada Hill, where adventurous motorists once navigated a dramatic 600-foot descent with 23 hairpin turns. The experience includes a private docent-led tour at El Rancho de las Golondrinas and concludes with a gourmet picnic lunch prepared by Pink Adobe.

Journeys

The Spirit of Georgia O’Keefe Retreat

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New Mexico, as seen through the eyes of Georgia O’Keeffe, offers a profound entry into the heart of the Southwest. This highly curated list presents some of the most intimate, off-the-beaten-path, and often privately-accessed opportunities, guiding you through her private home and studio, the landscapes of some of her most famous works, and the archives at the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum. Combining this experience with a retreat at the Spa of The Five Graces creates the Ultimate Georgia O’Keeffe Artists Weekend.