The time has finally come, the Twinkle Light Parade is here! This is a free, family-friendly holiday event that illuminates a mile-long stretch on Route 66 in Nob Hill. Local businesses, community and school groups, and a variety of Albuquerque organizations come together to present an exciting event that brings a sparkle to all.

Shop local! Central Ave. will close to traffic starting at 3 p.m. 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.

Applications to participate in the 2024 Twinkle Light Parade are closed. Late applications will not be accepted.

Stay Warm & Support Local

The official Hot Chocolate Sponsor for the 2024 Twinkle Light Parade is Empire Board Game Library

Cozy up with a warm cup of hot cocoa on parade night and throughout the season as you shop for all your holiday gift needs in Nob Hill.

Free Park & Ride

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.

Sasha Lenninger and Byron Mortan from KOAT Action 7 News will be reprising their roles as the official announcers at the 2024 Twinkle Light Parade. Judges in this year's parade will include KRQE Reporters Marilyn Upchurch, Annalisa Pardo, Natalie Wadas, Jessica Barron, and Jessica Salinas. Also joining in on the fun will be 100.3 The Peak's

Jackie, Tony, and Ryan in the Morning.

Public restrooms will be available at the following locations.

Central Ave. & Adams St.
Central Ave. & Sierra Dr.
Central Ave. & Hermosa Dr.
Central Ave. & Bryn Mawr Dr.
Central Ave. & Dartmouth Dr.

Twinkling Together as a Community

Did you know that this holiday parade consists of your favorite businesses, school groups, non-profits, and neighbors? This year over 4,000 people are in the parade with 260 vehicles. Twinkly entries include trucks and trailers, cement mixers, box trucks, buses, marching bands, ambulances, firetrucks, dance groups, athletic teams, show vehicles, and more!

The entries that comprise the Twinkle Light Parade are hard working groups that take twinkling very seriously. Participating groups put the time and effort into creating an illuminated entry because they love doing it for the community. Thank you to everyone involved in making this the best and brightest Albuquerque parade!