Illustration of children queuing at Santa's workshop grotto with toy shelves and an elf helper waving them in (T or C's Old-Fashioned Christmas)

T or C's Old-Fashioned Christmas

Visitors can celebrate the holiday season with a tree lighting at Evelyn Renfro Park followed by a Parade of Lights. Local shops stay open late offering holiday treats, while burn barrels along Broadway and Main provide warm gathering spots. Guests can also explore vendors and meet Santa Claus at Healing Waters Plaza.

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Website / Tickets

sierracountynewmexico.info

When

Tickets

Free admission.

Hours

6:00 pm–9:00 pm; tree lighting at 6 pm; Parade of Lights at 6:30 pm; meet Santa after the parade.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown T or C

Food & Drink

Local shops serve holiday treats; no specific foods or drinks are listed.

Going?

Location

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Downtown T or C · 300 Daniels, Truth or Consequences Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families and local holiday-season visitors

Vibe

Festive and community-centered

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Start at Evelyn Renfro Park for the tree lighting, then find a spot along the route for the Parade of Lights that follows.
  • After the parade, head straight to Healing Waters Plaza, where Santa Claus meets visitors and vendors have set up.
  • Dress warmly for an evening outdoors downtown, and stop by the burn barrels along Broadway and Main to warm up between activities.
  • Leave time for late-night shopping, because local businesses stay open and many serve holiday treats during the evening.
  • The schedule gets firmed up closer to the event, so check the final lineup in the days before you go.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens during Old-Fashioned Christmas?

The night starts with a Christmas tree lighting at Evelyn Renfro Park. A Parade of Lights follows, and after the parade Santa Claus is at Healing Waters Plaza.

Where can kids meet Santa?

After the Parade of Lights, Santa Claus is at Healing Waters Plaza.

Are the shops open?

Yes. Local businesses stay open late for shopping, and many of them serve holiday treats.

How do people stay warm?

Burn barrels are set up along Broadway and Main.

Are there vendors?

Yes, vendors set up at Healing Waters Plaza.

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