23rd ANNUAL RIO GRANDE

HOLIDAY SHOW

NOVEMBER 24, 25, 26, 2023 | @ EXPO FAIRGROUNDS | ALBUQUERQUE, NM

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ART

JURIED FINE ART & FINE CRAFT

Kick-off holiday shopping while supporting artists! Shoppers can find the most memorable and original gifts, whether it’s a whimsical piece of pottery, a handmade leather belt, one-of-a-kind jewelry or a striking piece of fine art. It’s no surprise that this festival takes the turkey when it comes to New Mexico’s Thanksgiving Weekend traditions!

ENTERTAINMENT

LIVE MUSIC & PERFORMANCES

Enjoy festive music all day long in both halls! Local carolers, musicians, bands, & pianists gather to spread holiday cheer. Take a break from your shopping to grab some food and listen to the tunes on one of the two plazas. Kiddos can also get in the spirit with entertainment & holiday themed activities just for them! 

FOOD & DRINK

CULINARY EXPERIENCE

Shop gifts that everyone will love – FOOD! Grab some salsa, local honey, natural dips, hearty soup mixes, oils & more. Come for the gifts, stay for the samples! Make your way down Culinary Row with an empty stomach and you won’t be disappointed.  To see which food vendors will be there this year, see gallery and scroll to ‘Specialty Food & Body Products’.

FESTIVAL DETAILS

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Dates:

November 24, 25, 26, 2023
Thanksgiving Weekend! Friday – Sunday

Times:

Friday: 10 am – 5 pm
Saturday 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday 10 am – 4 pm

Admission:

  • $10 Day Pass
  • $15 Festival Pass – admission to all show days of the Holiday Show.

Children under 12 are FREE!

Getting Here:

This festival takes place at Expo New Mexico in the Lujan Exhibit Complex! Enter from Gate 3 at Copper & San Pedro, and parking attendants will direct you to the show.

Parking & Accessibility: 

Parking at Expo New Mexico is $7. Parking lot shuttles run throughout the grounds all weekend long. This event is fully handicapped accessible.

Pet Policy:

Service animals only.

ARTISTS & FOOD VENDORS

From visual arts & performing arts to kids crafts, there are festivities around every corner to get you in the spirit of the season.  

See who participated in our 2022 event: view gallery.

To see the official Festival Program from 2022 show, click here.

ENTERTAINMENT & MORE

Performances by:

  • Syd Masters & the Swing Riders
  • Larry Freedman
  • Calvin Appleberry
  • Oscar Butler
  • Sid Fendley
  • Lindy Gold
  • Karl Zink
  • Victorian Carolers

View Schedule!

 

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