Get ready for an out-of-this-galaxy celebration at Fort Buchanan’s Holiday Celebration 2025! Join us for a fun-filled evening featuring live performances, food, family activities, and more to get everyone in the holiday spirit.

Event Highlights Star Wars Parade (4:00 PM): Start the festivities with a whimsical holiday parade. Kids' Fun Area: Let the little ones enjoy unlimited inflatable games, face painting, and more. (service fees apply) Photo Opportunities with Santa and Star Wars: Create a lasting memory with Santa and the Star Wars Group! Photos available in print or digital format.

Live Performances:

• Antilles School Jazz Assembly – lively jazz music to set the tone
• Grupo Sabor Tropical – traditional Puerto Rican holiday tunes
• Batucada Navideña & Pleneros – festive drumming performance with cabezudos
• Carlos Nevares – Latin cover of salsa Christmas music
• DJ Music between live sets to keep the energy high

Tree Lighting Ceremony (7:35 PM): Gather for a heartwarming tree-lighting moment to officially light up the holiday season.

Tickets and Admission:

General admission is free!

Activity Tickets: Tickets for activities such as inflatable games and photos with Santa will be available for purchase on-site via Eventbrite. (service fees apply)

IMPORTANT TO KNOW:

1. Access is only through the Cataño Gate, near the federal prison.
2. Attendees 18+ must present a valid Real ID or passport, in accordance with the REAL ID Act 2025.
3. Outside food, coolers, cups with liquids, and beverages are not allowed.
4. No pets allowed (service dogs only).
5. Fort Buchanan MWR reserves the right of admission.
6. No refunds after ticket purchase.