There’s a reason the Santa Fe Art District continues to attract new businesses. With its colorful streets, creative energy, and constantly changing mix of restaurants, galleries, studios, and local businesses, the neighborhood offers something for just about everyone. Whether you’re looking for a workout, a great meal, local art, a night out, or a place for the family, there is always something new to discover.
For small business owners, that variety can be a major draw. The Santa Fe Art District brings together people with different interests and lifestyles, creating a community where businesses can develop their own identity while still being part of an active and welcoming neighborhood.
At The Sherman Agency, we’ve had the opportunity to work with several businesses that have made the Santa Fe Art District home, including Petit Loup Academy, Mystic Lounge, Proper Fitness, Jungle House, and Mon Thai. While each business is completely different, together they showcase the variety and personality that make the area so unique.
Something for Everyone
Petit Loup Academy, located at 938 W 8th Ave, brings something especially unique to the neighborhood as a French school for children. The school gives families an opportunity to incorporate French language and culture into their children’s education while adding another family-focused element to the Santa Fe community.
Proper Fitness, located at 923 W 9th Ave, adds a health and wellness component to the district, creating a space where people can focus on fitness while also becoming part of the neighborhood’s growing community. With specific Hyrox training, Proper Training offers a variety of unique wellness opportunities. Its presence is another example of how Santa Fe attracts businesses that become part of people’s everyday routines.
Mon Thai, located at 750 Santa Fe Dr, contributes to the district’s diverse dining scene, giving visitors a place to enjoy Thai cuisine while spending time in the heart of Santa Fe. Restaurants like Mon Thai help turn the neighborhood into more than a place to visit, encouraging people to stay, explore, and experience everything the area has to offer.
Mystic Lounge, located at 921 W 9th Ave, brings a different kind of energy to the neighborhood, adding to the district’s nightlife with a wide variety of speciality cocktails and an escape room! Mystic Lounge gives people a place to gather and socialize after the day winds down. Its presence helps keep the Santa Fe Art District active beyond traditional business hours.
Jungle House Salon, located at 928 W 8th Ave, adds to the district’s creative and eclectic personality with a unique hair salon focused on creativity, sustainability, and real connections that fits naturally into Santa Fe’s mix of local businesses. It is businesses like this that make exploring the neighborhood exciting, having each appointment feel like a collaboration Jungle House emphasizes that there is always something different to discover.
Variety Creates Community
Although these businesses are all very different, that is exactly what makes the Santa Fe Art District so appealing. The neighborhood does not cater to just one type of person or one type of business, instead, it brings together families, fitness lovers, “foodies”, art enthusiasts, and people looking for a night out.
Someone might come to Santa Fe for a workout, grab lunch at Mon Thai, explore a gallery, stop by a local business, and return later for an evening at Mystic Lounge. That variety gives people more reasons to spend time in the neighborhood and discover businesses they may not have otherwise visited.
As the Santa Fe Art District continues to evolve, businesses like Petit Loup Academy, Mystic Lounge, Proper Fitness, Jungle House, and Mon Thai are helping shape its identity. Each brings something different to the community, creating a neighborhood where there truly is something for everyone.
At The Sherman Agency, we’re proud to work with the local businesses helping bring new energy, creativity, and character to the Santa Fe Art District!