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December

Santa Fe Film Festival

(505) 988-7414
Santa Fe steps into the main spotlight in early December during this five-day film festival full of innovative programming. The festival showcases more than 200 films, from those made in the Southwest to independent American-made narrative films, films made outside the U.S., documentaries and art films celebrating the creative spirit. With a full schedule of workshops, panels, parties, awards and more held all around the city, the Santa Fe Film Festival has become an exciting film event that appeals to professionals and fans alike.

Las Posadas

Palace of the Governors
105 E. Palace Ave.
(505) 476-5100
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A Santa Fe holiday event each mid-December, this traditional Spanish play presents the plight of Mary and Joseph as they searched for lodgings in Bethlehem on Christmas Eve. The characters set off from the Palace of the Governors, joined by crowds from the community, and walk in a procession around the Plaza before returning to the Palace, where refreshments are served.

Canyon Road Farolito Walk

Canyon Road Farolito Walk

One of Santa Fe's most beloved ways of celebrating the holiday season, the Canyon Road Farolito Walk lights up the hearts and souls of the crowds that walk this famous road every Christmas Eve. Small bags filled with sand contain votive candles that softly glow on this magical night as they line the neighborhood streets and adobe walls. Carolers spontaneously gather around luminarios, or small bonfires, and sing for joy as they warm themselves from the cold night. The farolito walk has become an essential part of this sacred season.