Yuletide in Taos is the name that the city of Taos has given to all the unique New Mexican celebrations that happen throughout the holiday season. With the falling of snow on candle-lit farolitos (luminarias) that line the streets in front of old adobe shops and homes, one is transported to another time and place. Yuletide is the entire holiday season and includes all the unique traditions of the holiday season here in the mountains of Northern New Mexico.

From Thanksgiving to New Years’ Eve, Taos hosts 18 events that promise something for everybody.

Yuletide In Taos Events List

CAV Annual Yuletide Arts and Crafts Fair

November 24-26, 2017
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sagebrush Inn Convention Center
1508 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571

The 35th  annual Yuletide Arts & Crafts Fair is proud to feature the areas finest craftsman and artists. Shop from a variety of sculpture, paintings, foods, textiles, jewelry, pottery and much much more! support individuals and families affected by domestic and sexual violence.

TaosFolk

November 24 through December 24, 2017
Open daily 11:00AM – 5:00PM
Stables Gallery

Taos’ famous POP-UP store! Find affordable and beautiful handmade gifts by Taos artisans.

31st Annual Yuletide Caroling and Tree Lighting

Friday, December 1, 2017
4:00PM – 6:00PM
Taos Plaza

The 2017 Taos Holiday Season officially kicks off with the annual lighting of the Town Christmas tree during the 31st Annual Yuletide Caroling and Tree Lighting at the Historic Taos Plaza.

Lighting of Ledoux

Saturday, December 2, 2017
5:00PM – 7:00PM
Ledoux Street

The historic narrow Ledoux Street glows with the light from farolitos, luminarias and bonfires. Galleries, shops, and museums are open, offering holiday food and drink. People gather around the fires and share their stories in the cool starlit night.

20th Annual Holiday Fiesta

Saturday, December 2, 2017
11:00AM – 3:00PM
Millicent Rogers Museum

Free community event. Activities for children. Face Painting, Flower Fairies, Wish Tree, Free Pictures with Santa Claus, Retablo Painting, Christmas Card Making, Ojo de Dios Ornament Making, Hannukah Room

Santa Paws

Saturday, December 9, 2017
10:00AM – 7:00PM
John Dunn and Bent Street Shops

Santa Paws is a benefit for Stray Hearts Animal Shelter. Santa will find out what your pet wants for Christmas, and pose for a photo with your pet from noon to 4:00PM.

Bonfires on Bent Street

Saturday, December 9, 2017
4:00PM – 7:00PM
John Dunn Shops and Bent Street

Bonfires to warm you, farolitos, luminaries, Aztec Dancers, carolers, and in addition to snacks in the shops serving posole, green chile, enchiladas and cookies for everyone outdoors at John Dunn Shops and on Bent Street.

Home for the Holidays

Saturday, December 9, 2017
Taos Community Auditorium (TCA)
Time – TBD

SOMOS Annual Holiday Open House

Saturday, December 9, 2017
3:00PM – 5:00PM
Stories, refreshments, and holiday cheer
SOMOS

Las Posadas

December 16 – 24, 2017
Mass Dec 16, 2017 at 5:00PM located at San Isidro
Mass Dec 17-23, 2017 at 5:30PM check website for locations

Christmas Eve Mass 11:30PM at San Francisco de Asis Church, Ranchos de Taos Plaza
sanfranciscodeasis.org

Taos Chamber Music Group – Joyeux Noel

Saturday, December 16, 2017, 5:30PM
Sunday, December 17, 2017, 5:30PM
Arthur Bell Auditorium at the Harwood Museum of Art

TCMG celebrates the holidays with the music of France. Virtuoso pianist Gleb Ivanov will be featured in Maurice Ravel’s Mirrors and joined by TCMG flutist Nancy Laupheimer for Philippe Gaubert’s Third Flute Sonata, and by violinist LP How and cellist Sally Guenther for Saint-Saens’ Second Piano Trio.

Christmas Eve Procession at Taos Pueblo

December 24 at sunset

Nowhere else on Earth can you experience this magical event. A stunning contrast between massive bonfires and the Procession of the Virgin with rifle salutes from the rooftops of the 1000-year-old adobe pueblo buildings. A pageant of beauty, heritage, and awe-inspiring imagery.

Christmas Eve Torchlight Parades

December 24 at sunset
December 24, 6:00PM

A great way to kick-off your Christmas Eve celebrations! Watch as skiers make their way down the mountain in the dark with flares as their only means of light. All the area ski resorts – Taos Ski Valley, Angel Fire, Sipapu, Enchanted Forest, and Red River – have torchlight parades and fireworks during the holiday season.

Taos Pueblo Deer or Matachinas Dance

December 25, 2:00PM
Taos Pueblo Plaza

Witness this ancient Native American ceremonial dance honoring the depths of winter, as danced and drummed by the people of Taos Pueblo. No cameras, cell phones, or video cameras allowed.

Town of Taos New Year’s Eve Celebration

Sunday, December 31, 2017
7:30PM – 10:00PM
Historic Taos Plaza

New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks

December 31, starts at 6:00PM

Watch the trails of light as skiers with torches in hand glide down the famous Taos Ski Valley mountain under the starry skies. Firework displays light the winter sky in celebration of the new year. All the area ski resorts – Angel Fire, Sipapu, Enchanted Forest, and Red River – have torchlight parades and fireworks during the holiday season.

Annual Yuletide Arts and Crafts Fair

Sagebrush Inn located at 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur

Shop for locally handmade gifts. Hand-crafted items will include woodwork, toys, candles, jewelry, soaps, stained glass, photography, handmade knives, leather work, antler art, quilts, silk scarves and other fabric items. Photos with Santa from 1:00PM to 3:00PM each day! A Silent Auction of donations from artists and local businesses. Southwest food, beer and wine cash bar Friday and Saturday from 4:00PM to 6:00PM. On Saturday, the Fair will host Stray Hearts Adoption morning 10:00AM to 1:00PM.
taoscav.org

Twirl Aglow Party

Children and parents will be able to make seasonal crafts, enjoy heartwarming drinks and cookies, have their face painted by happy elves, enjoy live music and share their wishes with Santa on the big chair.