Kick Off the Holiday Season at the Annual Santa Fe Plaza Lighting!

Join the City of Santa Fe on Friday, November 27, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the historic Santa Fe Plaza for an evening of holiday cheer! Enjoy festive family fun, live music, local food vendors and a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus as we count down to the moment the Plaza lights sparkle to life.

Kids Lighting Lottery: Help Light Up the Plaza!

This year, five lucky kids will have the opportunity to join Mayor Michael J. Garcia in officially lighting up the Santa Fe Plaza!

Children in grades K-12 are invited to enter the City's Kids Lighting Lottery for a chance to participate in this special holiday tradition. Five children will be randomly selected, and each will get to flip a switch alongside the mayor to help illuminate the Plaza.

Lottery Registration Details

• Opens: Thursday, November 12, at 7 a.m.

• Closes: Thursday, November 19, at 7 p.m.

• Eligibility: Children in grades K-12

• Selection: Five children selected at random

• Notification: Friday, November 20

Click here to learn more about the Kids Lighting Lottery.

Food & Music

Savor delicious bites from local food vendors while enjoying live musical performances throughout the evening. Gather with family and friends to experience the sights, sounds and traditions that make the holiday season in Santa Fe so special.

Meet Your Community Leaders

Mayor Michael J. Garcia and City Council members will be on hand to greet attendees and wish everyone a happy holiday season!

Bring your family, invite your friends and join us as we kick off the holidays together in the heart of Santa Fe!

Click here to learn more about the Annual Plaza Lighting.