Christmas is coming around the corner sooner than you think, and although New Mexico might not get as much holiday weather as the rest of the country, the Land of Enchantment knows how to get in the spirit and have an amazing time each holiday season. If you're a fan of lights, this walk-through experience will simply dazzle you as 550 unique light displays with over a million lights sparkle and twinkle underneath the Albuquerque night sky. Get ready to get in the spirit, because the largest holiday light show in New Mexico is coming up quick.
River of Lights is an annual holiday event at ABQ BioPark in Albuquerque that has become a tradition for New Mexicans near and far.
With over a million lights to dazzle you and over 500 different displays, this walk-through light show is the perfect way to get in the spirit.
Being New Mexico's largest light show, it's not hard to see why they would go all out every year.
Synchronized holiday music is played throughout the park as you stroll past dozens of unique displays.
As well as plenty of holiday spirit, food and drinks are available to make this the perfect night out for the whole family.
On select nights in December, kids can board the Polar Express and take a train ride with Santa and his elves for the perfect Christmas experience.
You'll find many displays that are unique to ABQ BioPark, including this sunken ship in the Festival Green's ocean.
This event attracts thousands of people every year, so be sure to get your tickets in advance. This year River of Lights is running between November 24, 2014 - December 30, 2018
A dreamy stroll through this mesmerizing light display in Albuquerque is the perfect way to get in the holiday spirit and experience a night to remember.
River of Lights is located at ABQ BioPark at 2601 Central Ave. NW, Albuquerque, NM. The light show runs from November 24 to December 30, 2018, and is closed Decemberr 24th and 25th. The even runs from 6p.m. to 9:30p.m., and admission is $12 for adults and $6 for children ages 3 to 12. It's recommended to purchase tickets in advance.
To purchase tickets, see special event dates, and learn more about River of Lights, you can visit their website right here.
Have you been out to see River of Lights? Is it a tradition of yours? Let's hear your favorite part about this dazzling light show in the comments, and don't forget to share photos from your outings with us in our New Mexico Nature Lovers Facebook group, or tag us on Instagram by tagging #onlyinnewmexico for a chance to be featured!
For another awesome experience in New Mexico, check out this beautiful and quaint pistachio farm that's the perfect way to spend a day and sample some quality nuts and wine.
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