• • When: Nov. 24-Dec. 30, 2018
    • Open 6 to 9:30 p.m.
    • Closed Dec. 24 and 25.
  • Time: 6-9:30pm
  • Recurrence: Recurring daily
  • Admission: Adults $12, Children $6.

• • Location:Botanic Garden – ABQ BioPark

• 2601 Central Ave. N.W., Albuquerque, NM 87104
• Phone: 505-768-2000

Enjoy the magic of millions of twinkling lights and more than 500 dazzling holiday displays at New Mexico’s largest walk-through light show! River of Lights was named one of “The 15 Most Spectacular Holiday Light Displays in the U.S.” in 2016. Come see why! Learn more about how this amazing light show comes to life each year.

Entertainment

Holiday Nature Crafts

BioPark Education offers free Holiday Nature Crafts in the Education building on Wednesdays, Dec. 5, 12 and 19 from 6 – 8 p.m.

G-Scale Model Railroad

Special holiday trains chug through the Garden Railroad exhibit until 8:30 p.m., Wednesdays through Sundays, weather and volunteer staff permitting.

Polar Bear Express

Polar Bear Express is a magical, nighttime experience aboard the Rio Line Train on a journey to meet Santa & experience the glow of River of Lights! Tickets go on sale November 1!

History

In 1997, River of Lights began as a fundraiser for the BioPark. Today, proceeds continue to support a variety of ABQ BioPark projects through the New Mexico BioPark Society.

Each year’s show unveils ingenious new sculptures and stunning displays made by BioPark artists and craftsmen