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Christmas Lights in Bernalillo, NM

The top places to see Christmas lights in Bernalillo this season are Winter Wonderland New Mexico (Nov 27 – Dec 24), River of Lights (Nov 28 – Jan 3) and River of Lights at ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden (Nov 28 – Jan 3). We've mapped 1 display in Bernalillo and 26 more nearby (7 neighborhoods, 6 events, 4 tree lightings). 18 are free. 4 are synced to music. Tap any display for dates, hours and directions.

Updated Nov 12, 2026

Near Bernalillo (within 25 miles)

The Block Tree Lighting Spectacular

Tree lighting · Rio Rancho, NM · Free

Opens soon

2.0 miNov 28 – Nov 28

Noche de Luces at Casa San Ysidro

Event · Corrales, NM · Free

Opens soon Music

6.1 miDec 5 – Dec 5

McCord Light Show

Home display · Albuquerque, NM · Donations (toys or food)

Opens soon

11 miFrom Nov 28

Winrock Wonderland Tree Lighting and Market

Tree lighting · Albuquerque, NM · Free (RSVP link on listing)

Opens soon Music

14 miNov 27 – Nov 27

Sawmill Market Tree Lighting

Tree lighting · Albuquerque, NM · Free

Opens soon

16 miNov 27 – Nov 27

Winter Wonderland New Mexico

Walk-thru · Albuquerque, NM · Ticketed (price not listed; sold via holdmyticket.com)

Opens soon

16 miNov 27 – Dec 24

ABQ Trolley Co. Trolley of Lights

Event · Albuquerque, NM · $36 (lap-sitters under 5 free)

Opens soon

16 miDec 13 – Dec 23

Nob Hill Twinkle Light Parade

Parade · Albuquerque, NM · Free

Opens soon

16 miDec 5 – Dec 5

UNM Hanging of the Greens

Event · Albuquerque, NM · Free

Opens soon

16 miDec 3 – Dec 3

Old Town Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting

Event · Albuquerque, NM · Free

Opens soon

16 miDec 4 – Dec 4

ABQ RIDE Annual Luminaria Tour

Event · Albuquerque, NM · $1.50

Opens soon

16 miDec 24 – Dec 24

River of Lights

Walk-thru · Albuquerque, NM · Ticketed (price not confirmed)

Opens soon

16 miNov 28 – Jan 3

River of Lights at ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden

Walk-thru · Albuquerque, NM

Opens soon

16 miNov 28 – Jan 3

Luminito Celebration

Event · Albuquerque, NM · Free (reservation required)

Opens soon Music

17 miDec 6 – Dec 6

Corrales Star Light Parade

Parade · Corrales, NM

3.1 mi

The Lighthouse, Emerald Dr NE

Home display · Rio Rancho, NM

Music

5.6 mi

Villa Verde Dr Luminaria Display

Neighborhood · Rio Rancho, NM · Free; food donations welcome

6.4 mi

Rio Rancho Winterfest Parade and Tree Lighting

Parade · Rio Rancho, NM · Free

8.5 mi

Trujillo Christmas Display on Waterford Place

Home display · Albuquerque, NM · Free

8.6 mi

Anitori Drive Display

Home display · Rio Rancho, NM

9.1 mi

Cabezon Neighborhood and Reynosa Loop

Neighborhood · Rio Rancho, NM · Free

9.3 mi

Lee Acres and Dietz Farms Lights

Neighborhood · Albuquerque, NM · Free

15 mi

Rio Grande Boulevard Luminarias

Neighborhood · Albuquerque, NM · Free

15 mi

Barelas Luminarias on 2nd Street

Neighborhood · Albuquerque, NM · Free

16 mi

Albuquerque Country Club Neighborhood Luminarias

Neighborhood · Albuquerque, NM · Free

16 mi

Ridgecrest Neighborhood Lights

Neighborhood · Albuquerque, NM · Free

17 mi

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Christmas lights in Bernalillo: common questions

What are the best Christmas lights in Bernalillo?

Popular picks this season include Winter Wonderland New Mexico (Nov 27 – Dec 24), River of Lights (Nov 28 – Jan 3), River of Lights at ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden (Nov 28 – Jan 3) and Luminito Celebration (Dec 6 – Dec 6). In all, 27 displays are mapped in and around Bernalillo, from decorated houses and neighborhoods to ticketed light shows.

Where can I see free Christmas lights in Bernalillo?

Free options include Luminito Celebration, UNM Hanging of the Greens, Old Town Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting and ABQ Trolley Co. Trolley of Lights. 18 of the 27 displays near Bernalillo are free to visit; most home and neighborhood displays cost nothing to drive by.

Are there Christmas lights synced to music in Bernalillo?

Yes. Luminito Celebration, Noche de Luces at Casa San Ysidro and Winrock Wonderland Tree Lighting and Market. Synced displays broadcast their soundtrack on a low-power FM station so you can listen from your car.

When do Christmas lights start in Bernalillo?

The earliest Bernalillo-area displays turn on Nov 27, and most are running by the weekend after Thanksgiving. Many stay lit through New Year's; check each display's page for its exact dates and nightly hours.

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