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River of Lights

The holidays sparkle each year at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden.

A family takes their photo in the holiday light covered carriage at River of Lights

New Mexico BioPark Society’s 27th Annual River of Lights

Presented by TLC Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical

Nov. 30 - Dec. 30, 2024 | Closed Dec. 24 & 25

Get into the holiday spirit at River of Lights, presented by TLC Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical! Enjoy a stroll through our 1.6-mile path of over 700 one-of-a-kind hand-welded light displays, animated and 3D sculptures, and millions of twinkling lights at New Mexico’s favorite and largest original walk-through holiday light show.

For all River of Lights event information, visit the official website www.riveroflights.org

Admissions

Monday – Thursday
Adults: $15
Youth (age 3-12): $8

Friday – Sunday
Adults: $19
Youth (age 3-12): $9

Children 2 and under are free and require a $0 reservation.

For group ticket sales, visit www.riveroflights.org.

New ticket options in 2024!

We're introducing some merry new ticket options this year! When you visit riveroflights.org, you'll discover details about our two Low Sensory nights, a new Flex ticket that lets you change your timed ticket date with ease, and a delightful Extra Cheer add-on that allows you to enter anytime before 9:15 p.m., plus much more!

For group ticket sales, visit www.riveroflights.org

River of Lights Events

Celebrate the season with Santa’s Magical Experience, perfect for the whole family, or get crafty with friends and family at the Elf Workshop (18+). Both events include admission into River of Lights!

Learn more about each event and buy tickets at riveroflights.org

Getting to River of Lights

Free Park & Ride

Beat the traffic and use the official River of Lights free Park & Ride at the ABQ BioPark Zoo. Service runs nightly. Closed December 24 and 25. More info at riveroflights.org.

Event Details:

River of Lights is a fundraising event; ticket purchases are not refundable. Valid only on date and time selected at time of purchase and not transferable to another night unless you have purchased a Flex Ticket.

River of Lights is an all-weather event. We do not offer refunds or rescheduling of tickets missed due to inclement weather when the event is open. Purchase a Flex Ticket for the flexibility to exchange your ticket in the event of unforeseen circumstances. For weather updates, check riveroflights.org and follow us on social media. If the event is canceled by New Mexico BioPark Society management, an alternative date will be offered.

Box office hours are available 7 days a week. Monday – Sunday. Email [email protected], and an associate will return your message within 48 hours. Include your name, contact number, and your order confirmation number.

River of Lights is closed on December 24 and 25 to allow our staff to celebrate the holidays. Event hours resume on December 26.

Thank You to our Sponsors!

 

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