Take a trip off the beaten path and discover Taos, New Mexico. Plan your getaway during the holidays for an even more special winter retreat. While you’re here, celebrate the festivities of the season with these holiday events in Taos.
Yuletide in Taos
In Taos, the holidays are a big deal! In fact, they have named the month of different celebrations “Yuletide in Taos.” Locals give the holiday season a uniquely New Mexican flair. You have to experience at least one event to get a taste of Christmas in the mountains of northern New Mexico.
Taos Folk
Taos folk offers the perfect opportunity to finish up some last-minute holiday shopping. The highly anticipated pop-up shop showcases the best of local artists in Taos. Browse through affordable handmade gifts to find the perfect present for your loved ones.
Holiday Magic on Civic Plaza Drive
Get in the holiday spirit with a drive-through Christmas showcase. See holiday-themed video walls while listening to your favorite Christmas classics. On the last day of the drive, Santa and Mrs. Clause will attend and hand out goodie bags with a few sweet surprises included.
36th Annual Yuletide Tree Lighting
The annual tree lighting marks the official start of the holiday season in Taos. On the first Friday of December, the mayor will light a 50-foot-tall spruce tree in Taos Plaza. Throughout the holidays, the decked-out Christmas tree brings a little Christmas cheer to all who see it.
Lighting of Ledoux
Locals and visitors head to historic Ledoux Street for a night of fun and festivities. A parade led by local firetrucks kicks off the night. Friends and neighbors gather on Ledoux Street for a twenty-year-old tradition. Enjoy conversation, laughs, and the warm glowing light from the Farolito lanterns and luminarias adorning doorways and walkways. Shops, galleries, and eateries stay open late so you can make memories and friends into the morning.
Rolling Still Holiday Bazaar
Join Rolling Still Distillery for their second annual holiday sip and shop. Specially crafted holiday cocktails help get you in a festive mood while you browse local vendors and merchants. Get a tarot card reading, a custom poem, or just relax and enjoy the live music and ambiance.
Annual Holiday Fiesta
Bring the kids out for a family-friendly event at Millicent Rogers Museum. Face painting, crafts, and more will be offered at this community fiesta. Littles get to make their wish lists and even go home with a picture posing with Santa Claus.
Bonfires on Bent Street
Bonfires and farolitos line the streets and decorate the surrounding shops. See Aztec dancers perform authentic live choreography while friends and neighbors pass blessings and good tidings. Browse participating shops for delicious snacks and specials. There’s plenty to enjoy.
Las Posadas
Taos hosts one of the most popular Mexican holiday traditions, Las Posadas. For nine days, citizens come together to get in touch with the religious importance of the season. Homes are decorated with farolitos. Traditional foods like tamales are made and given out.
Christmas Eve Procession
Enjoy a huge before-Christmas celebration at Taos Pueblo. See huge bonfires, rifle salutes, and more displays of the rich culture of Taos for the holidays.
Matachinas Dance
Dancers perform an authentic Native American ceremonial dance. The choreography is meant to celebrate the winter season. And no cameras or recordings are allowed, so you have to experience it in person.
Town of Taos New Year’s Eve Celebration
Head to Taos for some family-friendly fun on New Year’s Eve. Enjoy a yummy pig roast dinner. Then grab a seat for the countdown. Be wowed by the firework-fueled light show sponsored by the Fire Department.
Stay in Taos
Spending the holidays in Taos can be a unique way to celebrate this time of year. When choosing a hotel in Taos, NM, look no further than Hotel La Fonda de Taos. Our hotel is located in the heart of Taos Plaza, offering the best location to take part in all the holiday events in Taos. Our rooms and suites offer historic charm with luxurious amenities you won’t find anywhere else in Taos. So, book your room today and celebrate the holidays with a stay at the Hotel La Fonda de Taos!
