This Illuminated River Walk In New Mexico Is The Best Way To Kick Off The Holidays
By E Jamar|Published November 19, 2018
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It might only be November, but the time is coming up to get into the holiday spirit. This free event along the Animas River is the perfect way to get out on the trails and into the Christmas spirit. Over 2,500 luminarias line the trails within Berg Park, illuminating the night with one of the most special holiday traditions in New Mexico. Get ready for a night filled with fun and joy at this river walk luminaria event taking place on November 30, 2018 in Farmington, NM.
This year is the 21st Annual Riverglo: an annual holiday event in Farmington along the Animas River, filled with thousands of luminarias.
A luminaria, also known as 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. Lighting the luminarias is a holiday tradition that New Mexicans look forward to every year.
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Every November, the River Reach Foundation runs this annual holiday event at Berg Park.
The River Reach Foundation is a community group that's dedicated to upkeeping the Animas and San Juan Rivers. This annual holiday event takes place in Berg Park along the Animas River, making a magical backdrop for this enchanting night.
Over 2,500 luminarias line the trails throughout Berg Park during this annual event, making for an enchanting night. There will be many live music acts to listen to throughout the night.
There's also a nativity scene, hot cocoa, bonfires, and a visit from Santa Claus for the kids. Riverglo is the perfect event to make a family tradition.
Riverglo takes place this year on November 30, 2018 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Berg Park. Berg Park is located at 400 Scott Ave., Farmington, NM.
For more information and to see a lineup of all musical acts, you can visit Farmington's website right here.
Have you been to Riverglo in Farmington? Is it a tradition of yours? Let’s hear your favorite part about this holiday event in the comments, and don’t forget to share 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!
For another enchanting night out, you have to take this enchanting stroll through New Mexico’s largest walk-through light show.
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