Delight Your Inner Child With These 7 Festive Christmas Parades In New Mexico

The countdown to Christmas has already begun! If you’re on the lookout for ways to get into the holiday mood and make your spirit bright, then you’ll want to check out one of these festive Christmas parades here in New Mexico.

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Check out how this city turns into a glittering wonderland when you stop by for this parade on Main Street. After the 6 p.m. parade, you'll also have a chance to shop in the local boutiques and even meet Santa.

Details: Artesia Main Street

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Starting at the town rec center, enjoy a Christmas concert at 5:30 p.m. followed by the parade at 6:30 p.m.

Details: Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce

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The magic begins at 6 p.m. when the parade runs from Sedillo Park to the Historic Plaza. Kids will have a chance to meet Santa and obtain some goodies along the way.

Details: Visit Socorro

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Aside from the entire town glimmering with lights, this annual parade is one of Madrid's highlights. It begins at The Mine Shaft Tavern at 4 p.m. and runs to the ballpark. Don't forget to grab a drink and lunch at the tavern while you're here!

Details: Turquoise Trail Events

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Get ready for a grand ol' time when you check out this evening parade in Los Alamos. Part of a weekend-long winter celebration, the parade begins at 6 p.m. and ends with the annual lighting of the tree.

Details: Eventbrite

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Over in Nob Hill, this annual light parade features plenty of floats you'll find only in New Mexico, plus marching bands, and a chance for a meet and greet with Santa.

Details: Visit Albuquerque

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We mentioned this event in a previous article but you'll want to make sure you don't miss out on this light parade in Las Vegas. The main street turns into a merry and bright destination and you'll spot all kinds of incredible holiday floats.

Details: Visit Las Vegas

Those certainly look like fun! Which of these parades (or any others) do you plan to attend?

If your idea of the ideal Christmas outing involves dashing through the snow, then you just might enjoy the horse-drawn sleigh rides offered in Angel Fire. Read about this seasonal activity in The Nancy Burch’s Roadrunner Tours Enchanting Sleigh Ride Takes You Through A Winter Wonderland In New Mexico.