It's Not Christmas Until You've Taken This Enchanting Farolito Walk In New Mexico
By E Jamar|Published December 01, 2018
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E Jamar is a published writer based in Milwaukee, WI. Despite being a Midwesterner at heart, you can often find them trekking throughout the states and discovering new hidden gems. When they're not traveling, you can find them discussing disability issues, cuddling their pug puppy, and checking out new local spots.
Canyon Road is one of the most booming roads in Santa Fe, with dozens of galleries, shops, and restaurants within a half mile. During Christmas time, one of the most beloved traditions of New Mexicans is taking an illuminated farolito walk down this beautiful street that’s full of life and holiday spirit. This unique tradition is a special experience for thousands as the historic homes and streets are lit with farolitos, and this year is expected to be as enchanting as ever. It’s not Christmas in New Mexico until you’ve taken Santa Fe’s farolito walk on Canyon Road.
Santa Fe's beloved Christmas Eve tradition is coming up again: Canyon Road Farolito Walk.
A farolito is a small paper bag that is most commonly filled with sand and a small candle. These bags are used in New Mexico during Christmas time, and especially on Christmas Eve. Others may call farolitos "luminarias", but farolito is the preferred term in Santa Fe as it translates to "little lantern" in Spanish.
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This Christmas tradition takes place upon Canyon Road in Santa Fe. Although most shops and galleries are typically closed on holidays, their hours are extended for this spectacular event. Many of these shops have special items just for this event.
Besides visiting the many quaint businesses along Canyon Road, there will be many street performers and small bonfires to enrich your senses and put you in the holiday spirit.
Guided tours are $25 per person with a limit of 12 people. To make a reservation, call (505) 474-4155.
Every Christmas Eve, Canyon Road illuminates with hundreds of glowing farolitos, and it's truly not Christmas without this beloved tradition. Experience a night of wonder this year on December 24, 2018.
For more information about Canyon Road's Farolito Walk, you can visit their website right here.
Is taking a farolito walk one of your Christmas traditions? What else do you do every year? Tell us about your traditions in the comments, and don’t forget to share your holiday photos from your outings with us in our New Mexico Nature Lovers Facebook group, or tag us on Instagram by tagging #onlyinnewmexico for a chance to be featured!