For your calendar – December 2024

Dec. 12-Jan. 8: Free admission to Taos Pueblo
For the holiday season Taos Pueblo offers free admission to all New Mexico residents with their state identification.

Dec. 21: Skate with Santa
Santa takes time during his busy holiday schedule to visit the open air ice rink in Los Alamos, bringing his elves and handing out candy canes.

Dec. 24: Farolitos and Falling Mercury
Head to Fort Union National Monument to find out how Christmas was celebrated by those at the fort and the surrounding area.

Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve on the Plaza
The City of Santa Fe hosts the annual celebration, featuring live music, bonfires and food trucks. The night caps off with the rising of the Zia symbol and fireworks at midnight.

Jan. 1: 2025: New Year’s Day

Jan. 14: UNM Business and Economic Summit
If you’re a business owner or entrepreneur, or involved in economic development, kick-start the new year with this free one-day summit in Albuquerque aimed at envisioning the state’s future entrepreneurial economy.

Jan. 21: Deadline for LANL Foundation’s 4-year scholarship applications
Students from Northern New Mexico who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply for these undergraduate scholarship awards, which are funded largely by contributions from Laboratory employees. 

Jan. 27: Santa Fe Chamber Legislative Reception
The Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual event connecting business professionals with policymakers as the state legislative session begins.

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