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Twinkle Light Parade

Twinkling all the way!

2025 TLP- New Logo

 

Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 5:15 pm | Nob Hill  

Get excited for the holiday season, the Twinkle Light Parade returns for another year of festive lights and community fun! This is a free, family-friendly holiday event that illuminates a mile-long stretch on Route 66 in Nob Hill. Entries in the parade are comprised of local businesses, community and school groups, and a variety of Albuquerque organizations all dedicated to bringing the community together and shining bright for all to see. 

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Click here to apply! 

Applications must be received by Friday, October 16, 2026 by 5 pm. Late entries will not be accepted.

Support Local

Shop local! Central Ave. will close to traffic starting at 3 pm giving shoppers the freedom to get holiday shopping done at a variety of stores or eat at restaurants in Nob Hill. Plan to arrive early, shop, then grab your spot to view the Twinkle Light Parade as it will dazzle thousands of spectators.

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  • 11 am - 8 pm - Silver Ave. will be closed between San Mateo Blvd. and Washington St.
  • 3 - 11 pm - Central Ave. will be closed from Washington St. to Girard Blvd. beginning at 2 pm.
  • 3 - 7:30 pm (as soon as parade is through) - Washington St. will be closed between Silver Ave. and Copper Ave.
  • 4 - 7:30 pm (as soon as parade is through) - Central Ave. will be closed between San Mateo Blvd. and Washington St.
  • 4 - 9 pm - Girard Blvd. will be closed between Central Ave. and Campus Blvd.
  • 4 - 9 pm - Monte Vista will be closed between Girard Blvd. and Dartmouth Dr.
    • Businesses will remain accessible.

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Skip the traffic! Free parking will be available at the parking lot located on the southwest corner of Lomas Blvd. and University Blvd. Buses will run from 3-10:30 p.m., taking parade goers from the lot to UNM’s Johnson Field near Girard Blvd. and Central Ave.

 Military truck decorated with purple and white Christmas lights, featuring illuminated reindeer antlers and a red nose, driving in a nighttime holiday parade.

 

The Albuquerque Twinkle Light Parade is free for the public to attend and is a rain or shine event. Please be aware of and obey all posted street parking signs. Do not block Nob Hill residents' driveways and access to their homes. Well behaved, leashed pets are welcome.

Thank you to our Sponsors! 

      

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