Casas de Suenos Old Town Historic Inn

07/02/2026

Hey Albuquerque, Happy Fourth of July weekend from the Casas de Sueños Old Town Historic Inn! 🇺🇸

We are looking forward to celebrating America's 250th Anniversary with both our new guests, and our wonderful returning friends.

Don't forget to Explore our Old Town Historic Plaza with wonderful, restaurants, museums, wine bars, coffee shops and galleries and visit the Albuquerque Bio Park including the Zoo, Aquarium, Bosque river trails and our nationally recognized Botanic Gardens.

Here's some great things happening this weekend:

Friday
• Live music and celebrations in Old Town Plaza (7:00–9:00 PM)

Saturday
• Live music in Old Town Plaza (1:00PM - 3:00PM & 7:00–9:00 PM)

• For fireworks, try the Freedom 4th Celebration (at Balloon Fiesta Park) (3:00–10:00 PM. ($10 parking per vehicle), featuring live entertainment, food vendors, family activities, and Albuquerque’s biggest fireworks display.

Sunday
• Live music in Old Town Plaza (1:00–3:00 PM)

Have a safe and happy Fourth of July—we’re delighted to have you with us!
For more information, please visit:
https://www.visitalbuquerque.org/abq365/events/summer/4th-of-july-weekend/

12/27/2025

Only a few more days left of the beautiful River of Lights held at the Albuquerque Biopark Botanic Gardens. Guests at River of Lights can walk through the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden and experience over 800 intricately designed and constructed sculptures, light displays, and millions of twinkle lights. The annual event ends on December 30th and runs from 5-10pm every night.

Paths are ADA-accessible. Due to varying path surfaces and weather conditions, some assistance may be needed in certain areas.

Leave your pets warm and at home.

Take advantage of our FREE Park & Ride located at the ABQ BioPark Zoo. Scroll down for more info!

Avoid the traffic when heading to Park & Ride. Take I-40 to 12th St. or I-25 to Lead Ave., then travel to the ABQ BioPark Zoo at 10th and Stover.

There is no need to park in the neighborhood or pay for parking at other non-River of Lights businesses. The Botanic Garden parking lot and Park & Ride at the Zoo provide plenty of parking for all guests.

The weather has been beautiful so it’s the perfect time to enjoy some hot cocoa and the amazing atmosphere.
For more info:

New Mexico BioPark Society's 28th Annual Presented by TLC Plumbing Heating Cooling Electrical November 29 - December 30, 2025 Two Low Sensory Nights December 1 and January 2

12/12/2025

Winter Wonderland returns to EXPO NM and is here until December 28th - bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever! This year’s event transforms the grounds into a fully immersive, walk-through holiday experience filled with dazzling attractions, live performers, interactive lights, and festive cheer for the whole family.

🌟 What’s in Store:
• Stunning Light Displays – Wander through breathtaking installations that capture the wonder of the season.
• 150-Foot Light Tunnel – Step into a mesmerizing world of sparkling lights and color.
• Santa’s Workshop & Photos – Meet Santa and make unforgettable memories from 6–9 PM (photo packages sold separately).
• Live Storybook Princesses – Meet your favorite princesses for enchanting photo ops nightly from 6–9 PM.
• Electric Forest (Christmas Tree Lane) – Stroll through a glowing pathway of beautifully decorated holiday trees.
• Glow-in-the-Dark Outer Space Theme – Journey through a cosmic celebration of lights and imagination.
• New Mexico Holiday Traditions – Enjoy luminarias, festive décor, and beloved local holiday touches.

As you explore, shop from local vendors offering unique holiday gifts, enjoy live performances, and savor seasonal treats that bring the spirit of the holidays to life.

A portion of every ticket sold supports Ronald McDonald House Charities of New Mexico and S.A.F.E. House NM, helping spread warmth and hope throughout our community.

📍 Enter at Gate 3 (San Pedro & Copper)

For tickets and more information:

Winter Wonderland | NM's #1 Winter Holiday Attraction features immersive holiday attractions and NM culture in a safe, family-friendly winter event

12/06/2025

The annual Twinkle Light Parade is back for another holday season tonight, December 6th at 5:15pm.

This free, family-friendly holiday event lights up a full mile of Route 66 in Nob Hill. The parade features local businesses, school and community groups, and a wide range of Albuquerque organizations—all coming together to celebrate the season, unite the community, and shine bright for everyone to enjoy.

Central Ave. will close traffic starting at 3pm giving shoppers the freedom to get holiday shopping done at a variety of local shops and eat at a variety of local restaurants in Nob Hill. Plan to arrive early, get some shopping done and grab a spot to view the Twinkle Light Parade.

Free Park and Ride:
Free parking will be available at the parking lot located at the southwest corner of Lomas Blvd and University Blvd. Buses will run from 3-10:30pm taking parade goers from the lot to UNM Johnson’s Field near Girard Blvd and Central Ave.

For more information visit:

Twinkling all the way!

12/05/2025

Tonight, December 5th, 2025, is the annual Old Town Holiday Stroll from 5-9pm. This event is always the first Friday in December.

Plaza Don Luis:
6pm - Tree Lighting Ceremony
6:15pm - Mariachi Luna de Plata

Entertainment at the Gazebo before and after tree lighting:
5pm - ABQ Girl Choir - The Albuquerque Girl Choir provides a musical experience for girls to listen to music fundamentals, receive vocal training and perform in an upbeat atmosphere
5:40pm - The Good Apples from The Manzano Day School - The Good Apple Singers from Manzano Day School (4th and 5th graders) love to meet after school to sing, move and enjoy friendship through music
6:15pm - Presentation of San Felipe De Neri Church Royal Court
6:20pm - Baila! Baila! - Baila! Baila! Dance Academy has been teaching children and adults the art of Ballet Folklorico or Traditional Mexican Folk Dance for over 27 years originally starting in 199o by two sisters Israela and Felissa Garcia with the goal of "preserving our culture through the arts"
7:15pm - Mountain View Mennonite Church - The Mountain View Mennonite choir is a diverse group of New Mexico Mennonites singing traditional Christmas carols in acapella style

The Albuquerque Museum will be open until 7pm for the Annual Old Town Holiday Stroll; The NM Museum of Natural History of Science and Explora Science Center and Children's Museum are all offering free admission and special activities until 9pm.

Streets in Throughout Old Town will be closing starting at 2:30pm until 10pm to ensure safety for all shoppers and strollers.
Free parking will be available in the Albuquerque Museum lot as well as surrounding streets.

This is a great opportunity to get out and do your Holiday shopping and support our local merchants!

For more information please visit:

Celebrate the tradition with your family and do your holiday shopping with local businesses.