It doesn’t get any better than Christmas in Carlsbad, and this annual river event is sure to kick off the holiday spirit right. This boat ride will take you through one of the most extravagant and delightful light shows right on the Pecos river. Get ready to hop aboard a boat in Carlsbad and see what beautiful twinkling displays have been put together this year for a holiday event unlike any other.
New Mexico’s most dazzling light show is Christmas on the Pecos. This annual event takes you upon a tour of the Pecos river which is illuminated with more lights than ever before.
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While this river is usually only lit by moonlight, Christmas on the Pecos runs from November 23 to December 31, 2018, lighting the river with thousands of sparkling lights.
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This year marks the 27th year of this annual event, and it’s sure to be brighter than ever. This boat ride transports you through an otherworldly experience of lights and wonder.
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There are three different boats you can board, two of which are wheelchair accessible. Each tour is 40 minutes long, and boats depart several times between 5:30p.m. and 9:45p.m.
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Over 100 homeowners on the Pecos plan each year to decorate their houses in new ways. This annual event is a Carlsbad tradition, and it’s not hard to see all of the beautiful work that’s put in to making this a magical night for everyone.
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There are many themed houses from Santa’s Workshop to Southwest displays. Look out on the docks and see how many different enchanting displays there are.
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Tickets are available on Christmas on the Pecos’ website, but tend to sell out fast for the weekends. Make sure to get your tickets to this magical event, as space fills up quickly.
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This short video lets you see an overhead view of Christmas on the Pecos. Take a look and then head on out to Carlsbad to see for yourself!
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Christmas on the Pecos is running from November 23 to December 31, 2018 with no tours being offered on Christmas Eve. Boats depart from Pecos River Village Conference Center located at 711 Muscatel, Carlsbad, NM. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children Sunday-Thursday, and $20 for adults and $15 for children Friday’s and Saturday’s. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Christmas on the Pecos online right here.
Have you ever taken a holiday boat ride on the Pecos? What was it like? Tell us about your experience 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!
For another enchanting night out this holiday season, let’s take a horse drawn sleigh ride for a true night of wonder.
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