Holiday Lighting on the Santa Fe Plaza

Holiday Lighting on the Santa Fe Plaza

Kick off the festive season with the annual Holiday Lighting on the Plaza, held the day after Thanksgiving. The Santa Fe Plaza is illuminated by more than 30,000 colorful lights wrapped around the trees and buildings. Caroling, entertainment, hot chocolate and cookies bring revelers together to celebrate the start of the Christmas season and welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus, who arrive in a vintage fire truck.

Date: Friday, November 29, 2024

Time: 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Location: the Historic Santa Fe Plaza

Event Information

Location: the Historic Santa Fe Plaza

Cost: Free entry

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