Sunshine Festival 2025 – Full Schedule

Saturday, August 30, 2025
Sunshine Valley, NM – Corner of NM 522 & Sunshine Valley Road
[6°50′32.36″ N, 105°35′16.23″ W]

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9:45 AM – 11:15 AM

Mud & Method: Intro to Adobe Brick Making with Keaton Karvas
Get your hands dirty in this beginner-friendly workshop on traditional adobe making.

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM

Composting for a Regenerative Life with Blake STogner
Hands-on intro to composting systems, soil health, and festival sustainability practices.

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

John Vigil in Concert (Main Stage) - A soulful blend of acoustic and old school storytelling through music.
Introduction to Cyanotype with Claire Coté - Learn the basics of solar printing using natural materials and sunlight.

1:45 PM – 2:45 PM

Branding Workshop with Rob Swan - For artists, makers, and small businesses—practical tips and live feedback.

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Cyanotype Experimental with Claire Coté (Experimental Session) - For returning participants and cyanotype enthusiasts to explore complex techniques.
Live Musical Performance TBA

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Evening Group Bicycle Ride in Sunshine Valley - Beginner and Intermediate out and back rides with local guides and scenic stops.

4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Zine Workshop - Create a personal or collaborative zine reflecting festival experiences.

6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Bonfire (open participation zone)

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Live Musical Performance TBA (Main Stage)

8:00 PM – 9:30 PM

DJ Luisa Houseworks – Live in Concert - An immersive, joyful dance set blending disco, techno, and soul from the borderlands.

9:30 PM – 11:00 PM

Stargazing Party (West of the Barn) - Hosted by local astronomy buffs. Bring blankets and curiosity!

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All Day

• Community Exhibits & Pop-Up Spaces

• Builder Space (informal drop-ins)

• Rest Areas with Shaded Seating