Get into the holiday spirit this season at these wonderful holiday events around the ABQ. From the Trolley of Lights Tour to the New Year's Eve on Civic Plaza event, this December is the perfect time to take the family around the Albuquerque area to discover all the great things our city has to offer. Check out our list of terrific holiday events happening this month below.
Trolley of Lights Tour
Trolley of Lights from the ABQ Trolley Co. is back again for the holiday season. Happening on Dec. 15 – Dec. 20, 2015, the Trolley of Lights Tour is a terrific holiday event that includes an open trolley car ride, where participants will be able to see all the wonderful Christmas decorations in Old Town Plaza, Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and Rio Grande Blvd. Visit their website here to schedule your ride today!
Date: Dec. 15 – Dec. 20, 2015
Time: TBA
Recurrence: Recurring daily
Admission: $12-$20
Location: ABQ Trolley Co. - Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: 505-240-8000
Performance: A Christmas Carol
The Albuquerque Little Theatre is bringing a holiday classic to life this December. “A Christmas Carol” is being performed all month long, telling the classic Dickens story of old Scrooge and his path toward Christmas redemption. As one of the most beloved holiday stories of all time, “A Christmas Carol” is sure to fill your family’s hearts with holiday cheer.
Date: Dec. 4 – Dec. 24, 2015
Time: Friday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m.
Recurrence: Every Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Admission: $12-$22
Location: Albuquerque Little Theatre - 224 San Pasquale Ave. S.W., Albuquerque, NM 87104-1133
Phone: 505-242-4750
Luminaria Tour
The Luminaria Tour is back this December and Albuquerque residents will once again be able to experience all the joy and wonder this New Mexico tradition has to offer. Click here to find out more!
Date: Dec. 24, 2015
Time: 5:20 p.m.-7:40 p.m.
Admission: Adults $3, Children ages 10-18 and Seniors $1.70
Location: Albuquerque Convention Center - 401 Second St. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505-768-4575
New Year's Eve on Civic Plaza
New Year’s Eve is almost here, which means that the City of Albuquerque is once again planning their annual New Year’s Eve on Civic Plaza event. Bringing together folks from around the city, this NYE party is the event of the season, offering everything from ice skating and delicious food to fun holiday music and old-fashioned “Holiday Spirits.”
Date: Dec. 31, 2015
Time: 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Civic Plaza - 1 Civic Plaza NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102