Farmington lights up with holiday cheer, as we usher in this festive season! From holiday themed 5Ks to traditional Christmas celebrations, Farmington knows how to deck the halls. This year, we invite you to visit Farmington for more than just shopping. Take the time to join us at our holiday events, live performances and craft fairs. Meet local artisans and get to know us a little better. We also have plenty of outdoor and cultural adventures to add to your must see and do list. Please join us over the holidays and let's spread the magical spirit of the season, while creating treasured family memories.
Christmas Craft Fair
November 1, 2025 from 8:30am - 2:30pm | Farmington Recreation Center
Get ready for the holidays by visiting Farmington Recreation Center for their Christmas Craft Fair!
Categories: Craft Fairs, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Winter Holidays
Small Business Saturday
November 29, 2025 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Downtown Farmington
Join the fun and celebrate Small Business Saturday and the holidays in Downtown Farmington. Complete with a cookie crawl, window decorating contest, and the Downtown Arts and Craft Fair, there's something to get everyone in the holiday spirit!
Categories: Art & Museums, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Live Performance, Local Look, Music & Theater, Winter Holidays
Riverglo
December 5, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Berg Park
Discover Farmington's holiday spirit along the Animas River! Luminarias, carolers, and a live nativity transform the riverwalk trails and Berg Park for this holiday celebration.
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Music & Theater, Outdoors & Sports, Signature Events, Winter Holidays
Evening of Lights
December 5, 2025 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Aztec Ruins
Aztec Ruins National Monument will host the annual Evening of Lights holiday display. This event celebrates New Mexico traditions with hundreds of luminarias while illuminating the Aztec West great house with over one hundred LED lanterns. The lantern display is a one-night-only event and a time to experience Aztec West in a new light.
Categories: Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Local Look, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays
Jingle & Mingle
December 6, 2025 from 10:00am - 12:00pm | Farmington Recreation Center
Come celebrate the holiday at the Farmington Recreation Center’s Jingle & Mingle open house!
Categories: Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Winter Holidays
Winter Solstice Observation
All day Dec 21, 2025 | Chaco and Aztec Ruins
On December 21 and 22, 2025, the public is invited to observe the winter solstice alignment at Chaco Culture National Historical Park and Aztec Ruins National Monument.
The event runs Dec 21, 2025 through Dec 22, 2025
Categories: Art & Museums, Cultural & History, Family Friendly, Free, Holiday Events, Outdoors & Sports, Winter Holidays
We hope you will join us for these annual festive celebrations!
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