'A Walk In the Park', Edition One Gallery, Santa Fe
Catch the holiday spirit of New Mexico at celebrations, festivals, and events that engage the senses, treat the tastebuds, and make Winter fun.
In December, Albuquerque glows with the 26th annual River of Lights, and more seasonal showstoppers. Contemplate beautiful photos in Santa Fe, head for artisan winter markets for treats and gifts, and plan ahead for the Taos Winter Wine Festival in February. ABBA fans lock in the date as Albuquerque hosts the ABBA Tribute at the beginning of March.
Special Events in New Mexico: Worth the Detour
Andy Katz: A Walk in the Park
November 10-December 31, 2023, Santa Fe
Exhibition of photography by Sony Artisan of Imagery, Andy Katz, who traveled more than 60,000 miles through US national parks over three years to capture images highlighting their awesome natural power and beauty.
Entreflamenco
November 24-December 31, Santa Fe
Spanish cabaret delivering all the thrill and passion of Flamenco through the holiday season in an intimate dinner theater setting.
River of Lights
November 25-December 30, 2023, Albuquerque
26th Annual: Stroll along a 1.5-mile path through over 800 hand-welded light displays, animated and 3D sculptures, and millions of twinkling lights at New Mexico’s original holiday light show.
Winter Wonderland
December 1-31, Albuquerque, 2023
4th Annual: Walk and drive through winter holiday attraction at EXPO NM. Features include a 300ft Light Tunnel, giant inflatables, live performers, luminarias, and a decorated Christmas tree lane.
Ski Santa Fe
December 2, 2023-April 7, 2024, Santa Fe
Just 16 miles from Santa Fe, Ski Santa Fe’s ski season begins with chairlift tickets available from December 2 (check the website for earlier opportunities, depending on the snow). Enjoy the slopes by day and Santa Fe city by night for the best of both worlds.
Twinkle Light Parade
December 2, 2023, Albuquerque
Free, family-friendly holiday event that illuminates a mile-long stretch on Route 66 in Nob Hill. The parade rolls west on Central Ave, through Nob Hill from Washington Street to Girard Blvd.
Winter Spanish Market
December 2-3, 2023, Santa Fe
72nd Annual: Shop for traditional work of Spanish Colonial New Mexico, including jewelry, straw appliqué, pottery, tinwork, weaving, ironwork, woodcarving, furniture, and more. Also music, entertainment, and artist demonstrations.
Speakeasy Art Gallery: Shana Levenson and David Kassan
December 9-January 6, 2024, Albuquerque
Artisan ABQ is open late for a special speakeasy art gallery experience. Join a gallery reception, have fun making art at one of the creation stations, and enjoy the paintings of Shana Levenson and David Kassan.
The Harwood Museum of Art Centennnial Exhibition
Now through January 28, 2024, Taos
Nine galleries tell the Harwood story of the past 100 years with artworks from its collection, books, and works by artists including Georgia O’Keefe, Paul Strand, Elaine de Kooning and Margaret Bourke-White.
Taos Winter Wine Festival
February 1-3, 2024, Taos
A four-day celebration of food, wine, and snow as Taos pairs its restaurant cuisine with wines from 30 ski-loving winery partners around the world. Events include a Reserve Tasting, chef luncheons, Après Ski Tastings, and wine dinners.
Mania: The Abba Tribute
March 3, 2024, Albuquerque
Recreating the magic of the ABBA, the Swedish band that continues to capture hearts, Mania performs ABBA’s greatest hits, transporting fans back to the 1970s.
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