San José de los Jemez Mission Church is decorated with hundreds of traditional farolitos during the annual Light Among the Ruins holiday event at the Jemez Historic Site. Courtesy/NMDCANMHS News:
Due to the enormous popularity of the Jemez Historic Site’s breathtaking and beloved annual holiday event, Light Among the Ruins has been expanded to two nights:
- Saturday Nov. 30; and
- Saturday Dec. 14.
During the event, the ruins of Giusewa Pueblo and San José de los Jemez Mission will be decorated with hundreds of farolitos. Each evening’s program will include traditional Native American flute music and Jemez Pueblo dancers performing between two illuminating bonfires.
The Historic Site also will host an arts and crafts fair and have food available for purchase.
Tickets on are on sale now: Adult $15 and Children (16 & under) $7.50. Visit https:////www.nmhistoricsites.org/jemez to purchase your tickets.
In addition to covering the cost of hosting Light Among the Ruins, any additional funds collected beyond expenses will help provide for preservation, future exhibits and programs at the Jemez Historic Site.
Flash photography, drones, firearms and alcohol are prohibited. The event will go on regardless of the weather. No refunds.
Shuttles will be available to and from the Jemez Historic Site to parking locations in the Village of Jemez Springs. Those planning on walking to and from the event are encouraged to bring a flashlight and wear reflective clothing.
Jemez Historic Site is at 18160 N.M. 4 in Jemez Springs and open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Admittance is $5 per adult. Children and Jemez tribal members are free. For more information call 575.829.3530 or visit https:////www.nmhistoricsites.org/.
Scene from the annual the annual Light Among the Ruins holiday event. Courtesy/NMDCA