Schedule of Events

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Friday, Dec. 5, 2025​

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1 p.m. Winter Wonderland Printmaking Workshop, Los Alamos Nature Center

Using a variety of natural materials such as leaves, twigs, and other seasonal elements, participants will learn how to create unique prints on cards—perfect for sending out thoughtful holiday greetings! Admission: $40/member, $45/non-member. Go here for more info.

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1- 3 p.m. Community Art Program: Lino Block Printed Tea Towels, Los Alamos Arts Council

Design, carve, & print your own image onto blank tea towels to make a perfect DIY gift this holiday season. The workshop is recommended for teens aged 12 and up.  $15/per person. Go here for more information.

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7-8 p.m. December Night Sky, Los Alamos Nature Center (PEEC) Planetarium

Take an interactive tour of the current night sky and learn about which planets, constellations, star clusters, and more are visible. Also, see what to look forward to in the sky throughout the winter months.  Events in the planetarium are not recommended for children under age 5.  Admission: $8/adult, $6/child, $20/family.

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7-9 p.m. Sugar Plum on "the Hill", Duane Smith Auditorium

Join us for Dance Arts Los Alamos' twist on the traditional Nutcracker Ballet, where characters from the Manhattan Project dance their way through time and magical lands. 

Tickets may be purchased online or at the door. For more information, please visit www.danceartslosalamos.org.

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Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025

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8-11 a.m. Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos Presents: Breakfast with Santa, Betty Ehart Senior Center

Kick off a jolly holiday season with a hot breakfast and photo opportunity with Santa Claus! No cost to attend, but we will be collecting non-perishable food for LA Cares, and financial donations to the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos projects with the African Library Project.  Please click here to reserve a timeslot: https://k03096.site.kiwanis.org/santa/​​​​

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10 a.m. - 3 p.m. YMCA Winter Vendor Market

Shop from a variety of different small business owners. Handmade crafts and products are available. Contact the YMCA at 505.662.3100 for more information.​

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11-11:30 a.m. Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, Los Alamos Nature Center (PEEC) Planetarium

Ever wondered what it will take for astronauts to travel to the Moon, Mars and beyond? On this long journey, what challenges will astronauts face? How will they stay motivated and healthy on their spacecraft so far away from Earth? The new, Bell original planetarium show Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, explores these questions and more! Events in the planetarium are not recommended for children under age 5. Admission: $8/adult, $6/child, $20/family

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11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Community Art Program: Wreath Making Workshop, Los Alamos Arts Council

Join Jessi as she walks you through making your own festive holiday wreath! Hang it over your own hearth, or give it as a gift to someone you love.
$25 per adult, $10 per child. For more information, go here.

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11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bizarre Bazaar, Unitarian Universalist Church

Frito pies, vendors, face painting, crafts, silent auction, and more. For more information, go here.

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1 - 4 p.m. Hot Cocoa and pictures Santa Paws and LAFD, Ashley Pond Park

Bring all to enjoy a cup of hot cocoa with Los Alamos Firefighters and pictures with Santa Paws.
All is by donations, and all donations will support Watermelon Ranch Animal Rescue.

Have a teen who loves helping others or wants to get involved in the community? Stop by to learn how the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls helps young women build confidence, leadership, and a heart for service.

Contact Amanda at ahenry@waterwaynm.com for more information. 

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2-4 p.m. Sugar Plum on "the Hill", Duane Smith Auditorium

Join us for Dance Arts Los Alamos' twist on the traditional Nutcracker Ballet, where characters from the Manhattan Project dance their way through time and magical lands. 

Tickets may be purchased online or at the door. For more information, please visit www.danceartslosalamos.org.

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3:30-5:30 p.m. Santa's Workshop at Fuller Lodge

Get ready for a jolly good time with Los Alamos County Recreation Staff! Bring the whole family to Fuller Lodge for some festive fun: Decorate cookies, make holiday crafts, write a letter to Santa, snuggle a 5-ft bear, and take a photo with Santa. Admission is FREE!​​

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6 p.m. Holiday Lights Parade, Central Ave.

Come downtown to watch floats glide down Central Ave., followed by the annual tree lighting at Ashley Pond Park. Interested in registering a float? You can do so here. Registration closes Nov. 24. This year's theme is "Red, Green, or Christmas?"

 

The HMS Implacable, the Los Alamos Chapter of the Royal Manticoran Navy, is running the annual Doreen M. Gunkel Memorial Toys for Tots drive from October 4th through December 6th, culminating with our "Fill the Float" entry in this year's Holiday Lights Parade.  This year the officers and crew of the HMS Implacable hope to help Los Alamos exceed last year's record donation of 3,250 toys. Parade attendees are encouraged to bring an unwrapped gift to add to the float during the parade.​​

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Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025​

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1 - 3 p.m. Community Art Program: Paper Holiday Decorations, Los Alamos Arts Council

In this hands-on family class, we’ll explore the joy of making festive paper ornaments and garlands that add a personal touch to your holiday décor.
$10 per adult, $5 per child. For more information, go here.

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2-4 p.m. Sugar Plum on "the Hill", Duane Smith Auditorium

Join us for Dance Arts Los Alamos' twist on the traditional Nutcracker Ballet, where characters from the Manhattan Project dance their way through time and magical lands. 

Tickets may be purchased online or at the door. For more information, please visit www.danceartslosalamos.org.

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Other Holiday Events

 

Nov. 15 - Dec. 23 “Affordable Arts” Exhibit, Fuller Lodge Art Center
It’s here!  Everyone’s favorite time of year at the Fuller Lodge Art Center has arrived.  Each year, hundreds of new and returning artists bring us a variety of arts, crafts, goodies, and gadgets to make your holiday shopping season simple and special. LAAC Members and Artists Reception, November 14th, 5-7 p.m. For more information: www.losalamosartscouncil.org

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Nov. 22 - Dec. 12 Northern New Mexico Toy Drive

Together We Give - Transforming Lives One Toy at a Time. Toy collection for the 2025 Northern NM Toy Drive which supports nearly 6000 children across Northern NM. Drop Locations across Los Alamos County! For more information and to donate: www.exittoydrive.com

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Nov. 29 Small Business Saturday

Enjoy a tax-free shopping experience for all your holiday needs, while supporting local businesses.  Participating businesses will be highlighted in the Los Alamos Daily Post and on social media.

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Dec. 4, 2025 - Jan 7, 2026 Los Alamos County 2025 Employee Art Showcase, Step Up Gallery at Mesa Public Library

All Los Alamos County employees and retired employees are invited to show their artistic talent in this exhibit. 

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Dec. 9 Community Art Program: Polymer Clay Ornaments, Los Alamos Arts Council

5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Join Lissie for an evening of fun creating holiday ornaments using polymer clay (aka oven-bake clay). Students will be able to create 2-3 ornaments during the class. 

Ages 13+, $60/class. For more information, go here. 

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Dec. 10, 12, & 13 Gingerbread House Building, Family Strengths Network

Toddlers’ families are supplied with plenty of graham crackers to build a simplified gingerbread house; school-aged children, teens, and adults are supplied with a house-building kit.  Everyone enjoys homemade royal icing and decorating materials from a candy buffet. Go here for more info.
Sessions:
Toddlers-December 10th from 10:00 to 12:00, $15 per kit
After School - December 10th from 3:30 to 5:30, $30 per kit
Teens & Adults - December 12th from 5:00 to 7:00, $30 per kit
Families - December 13th from 9:30 to 11:30 & 12:00 to 2:00, $30 per kit

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Dec. 11 Holiday Farmers' Market - Los Alamos Fuller Lodge

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Baked goods, beans, honey, ristras, local meat, wreaths, tamales, jam, stocking stuffers, and artisans, with live music and more! 

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Dec. 13 Children's Christmas Bazaar, Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church, 3900 Trinity Drive​

9 a.m.-12 p.m. The annual TOTH Children’s Christmas Bazaar is a unique thrift store experience designed for kids in kindergarten through 6th grade. Here, children can select surprise Christmas gifts for loved ones from a curated collection of gently used items. Gift wrapping is included, ensuring a seamless and festive shopping experience for both children and parents. Register each shopper at: latoth.org, For questions, email: ccb.toth@gmail.com or call (505) 662-5107

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Dec. 13 Holiday Farmers' Market - White Rock Visitor's Center

10 a.m.-2 p.m. ​Baked goods, beans, honey, ristras, local meat, wreaths, tamales, jam, stocking stuffers, and artisans, with live music and more! ​​

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Dec. 13 Dance Arts Los Alamos- Winter Mixed Repertoire Showcase, Duane Smith Auditorium

2-3:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of jazz, tap, modern, hip hop, musical theater, contemporary, and swing dance performances. Tickets online and at the door. For more information, please visit www.danceartslosalamos.org

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Dec. 14 En Pointe School of Dance Christmas Recital, Duane Smith Auditorium

4 p.m. Enjoy performances of ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, Bollywood, belly dance, and more. Tickets are $15 for one or $25 for two.  For more information, please visit www.enpointedanceinlosalamos.com

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Dec. 16 Community Art Program: Card Making, Los Alamos Arts Council

3-6 p.m. Bring the whole family to make your own fun holiday cards! Pop-up cards, stamped cards, painted paper cards and more. We will have a variety of supplies you can play with to make a one-of-a-kind card creation.
$10 per adult, $5 per child. For more information, go here. 

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Dec. 18 Holiday Farmers' Market - Los Alamos Fuller Lodge

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Baked goods, beans, honey, ristras, local meat, wreaths, tamales, jam, stocking stuffers, and artisans, with live music and more!​​

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Dec. 24 Luminaria Skate, Los Alamos Ice Rink

5-7 p.m., Start a holiday tradition with family and friends by spending Christmas Eve at the ice rink.  Luminarias, holiday music, and lights will transform the rink! Admission includes coffee and cocoa. 

More info: https://www.losalamosnm.us/Events-Directory/Luminaria-Skate​