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Kicking Off The Holiday Season in “Christmas City”
Saturday, December 6th in Madrid, New Mexico
On Saturday December 6th the Village of Madrid, New Mexico will kick off Christmas in Madrid and celebrate the century old lights of Madrid tradition. This day-long celebration features live performances, workshops and activities, holiday shopping, dazzling light displays and the annual Christmas parade.
Each year, Christmas in Madrid attracts thousands of visitors eager to explore our village community. In addition to festivities on December 6, a variety of special pop-up activities will also take place throughout the month. Christmas in Madrid
December 6th Festivities:
· Noon – 4pm: Live entertainment including music acts and street performers
· 3 – 6pm: KMRD’s 3rd Annual Community Art Show Fundraiser, featuring radio-inspired ornaments and hanging pieces available for purchase with proceeds benefiting the radio station
· 4pm: Madrid Christmas Parade along Main Street followed by the annual lighting of the town, a tradition that dates back over one-hundred years
· Many local businesses will be hosting activities and entertainment throughout the day and evening
History of Christmas in Madrid:
Christmas in Madrid began in the early 1900s when the town, then a coal-mining community, created a massive, electrified Christmas light display to boost morale. Known as the "Christmas City," the display drew visitors from across the country eager to view the famous incandescent bulbs and lit-up wooden cutouts. When the town and mining company closed in 1956, the celebration ended until the mid-70’s when the artists who had moved into the [then] ghost town revived the tradition along with the parade. For more information and a complete list of activities, visit the website: visitmadridnm.com or follow “Visit Madrid New Mexico” on Facebook.
Parking on December 6 will be available at the ballpark.
Christmas in Madrid is hosted by the Madrid Business Alliance (MBA) whose mission is to connect local businesses and the community and contribute to their overall wellbeing and support.
Thank you to the Christmas in Madrid sponsors: Lead Sponsor, Santa Fe County; Major Sponsor, Mad Antiquer Studios; Supporting Sponsor, Mine Shaft Tavern.
