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Carlsbad transforms for Christmas 2025 around the downtown and cultural centers, where desert nights glimmer with lights and community spaces host cheerful gatherings and performances. Don't miss light displays, seasonal performances, and festive events featuring local musicians, markets, and family-friendly activities all season long.
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Carlsbad Christmas Events
Carlsbad Christmas Light Displays
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Experience the enchantment of Christmas on the Pecos, a spectacular holiday light display in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This beloved event transforms the riverbanks into a dazzling wonderland with over a million lights. Visitors can choose between a scenic boat tour or a festive train ride to fully immerse themselves in the holiday spirit. Discover charming areas like 'Elf Town' and enjoy the magical glow of this unique Christmas celebration.
Carlsbad Christmas Movies, Theater and Entertainment
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Get ready for a "Southern-Fried Yuletide Comedy" as the Futrelle Sisters tackle holiday chaos in Fayro, Texas. With Frankie overdue with twins, Twink in jail, and Honey Raye trying to save the town's Christmas program, expect a hilarious mix of feuding cast members, food poisoning, and even an Elvis sighting. Will they pull off a Christmas miracle?
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