Sean Chaffin
Roswell Tribune
The weather is cooling as the holiday season approaches and Roswell residents have numerous special events to look forward to. Some of those November and December events include a Veterans Day celebration, art shows, gifts available from locals and craft making.
Theater performances and the annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot are part of the fun, along with the annual City of Roswell Christmas tree lighting and events offering delectable desserts.
Even some heavy metal music for the holidays is on tap.
Here’s a look at some of the key holiday events coming up in Roswell.
November
- 15th Annual Christmas Showcase – The Chaves County Extension hosts this annual event Nov. 10 at 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. The annual event features budget-friendly holiday tips, easy DIY gifts and decorations, healthy holiday recipes, food safety tips, and more.
- Frozen Broadway Musical – Way Way Off-Broadway Theatre presents Disney Frozen musical Nov. 6, 8, 13 and 15 from 7-9 p.m. at the ENMU-Roswell performing arts center.
- Holiday Fall Bazaar – Shop for that perfect gift on Nov. 6 from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. and on Nov. 7 from 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, 3201 South Sunset Ave.
- Veterans Day Celebration at ENMU-Roswell – This event honors and celebrates men and women who have served the country on Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at ITC Commons, 26 Mathis St.
- Bizarre Bazaar – Check out gift possibilities from local artists on Nov. 13 from 4-8 p.m., Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Nov. 15 from 7-9 p.m. at the Miniatures & Curious Collections Museum, 320 North Richardson Ave.
- Winter Showcase at Bone Springs Art Space – The venue will be turned into will be an artful elegant holiday market, with gifts created by local artisans. The event is set for Nov. 13 from 4-8 p.m., and Nov. 14, 18, 19-21, 25-28 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the art space, located at 212 East Walnut St.
- Bitter Lake Cranes and Cocoa – Nationally recognized crane expert Dr. Jim Montgomery will give a presentation on lesser sandhill cranes in the Visitor Center auditorium at 4200 East Pine Lodge Road on Nov. 14 at 3 p.m.
- Cake Decorating Workshop at Stellar Coffee – Fully-instructed cake course set for Nov. 15 at 5:30 p.m. at the coffee shop, located at 315 North Main St.
- 5K Fun Run/Walk Turkey Trot – Run, walk, or trot at the annual event at ENMU-Roswell on Nov. 21. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the run begins at 9 a.m. at 23 West Mathis St. Bring non-perishable food such as canned food or bagged dog or cat food. Donations will benefit the ENMU-R food pantry and the Roswell Humane Society.
- Historical Society’s Holiday with Friends – A holiday historical program set for Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at 208 North Lea Ave.
December
- City of Roswell Christmas on The Plaza – Celebrate the annual Christmas tree lighting on Dec. 1 from 6-8 p.m. at Pioneer Plaza, 426 North Main St.
- Winter Showcase at Bone Springs Art Space – The venue will be turned into will be an artful elegant holiday market, with gifts created by local artisans. The event is set for Dec. 2-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the art space, located at 212 East Walnut St.
- Merry Market at The Mall – The Roswell Mall offers two of Christmas shopping on Dec. 12-13 for a to support local small businesses. The event offers more than 50 vendors, boutique clothing, handmade gifts, stocking stuffers, and more.
- Christmas Classics 2026 – Maestro Farrer and the Roswell Symphony Orchestra offer an afternoon filled with holiday music on Dec. 13 from 2:20 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Luna Hall, 101 W. College Blvd.
- The Second Annual Wreck the Halls – Heavy metal for the holidays on Dec. 26 from 6-11 p.m. at the Liberty, 312 N Virginia Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 presale and $10 the day of the show.
