Good news, holiday shoppers: we’re throwing open the doors one more time this season! The Box Studio Sculpture Garden gallery and gift shop will be open for two days only for our Winter Stroll and Market, Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Plan a special pre-holiday outing wandering among our monumental metal sculptures in the crisp New Mexico air (let’s hope for snow!). Duck inside the gallery and gift shop to warm up with something hot to sip while browsing for the perfect holiday presents. It’s hard to beat as far as things to do in New Mexico this December.
What’s waiting in the gift shop
We’ll have special holiday items and end-of-year pricing on merchandise. Here’s a peek at what you’ll find for everyone on your list:
Origami kits for the crafty folks
Small sculptures you’ll want to keep for yourself (no judgment)
Ornaments galore
Our signature tees, perfect for gifting (or for you)
Then make a day of it on the Turquoise Trail
Keep your sentimental holiday journey going by heading to the Christmas in Madrid Parade on Saturday, December 5. Just down the road from us, Madrid has been putting on a holiday show for generations. The little old mining town was once famous for its sparkling, electrified Christmas displays, which drew huge crowds and even caught the eye of TWA in the coal-mining heyday. Artists and craftspeople revived the tradition in the 1970s, and today the parade is a small-town delight that’s been featured on CBS Sunday Morning.
Here’s our suggested Saturday itinerary:
Morning: Stroll the sculpture garden and shop the market at Box Studio Sculpture Garden.
Midday: Grab lunch at Beer Creek or Blackbird Saloon in Cerillos, or head to Madrid to dine at the Mineshaft Tavern, Java Junction or Refinery 14 and browse the galleries, shops, and studios.
Afternoon: Enjoy the pre-parade activities with live performances, workshops, activities, and the Man in Red himself, Santa Claus! Stake out a spot for the parade, starting at 4 p.m.
Evening: Cheer for the town lighting at 4:30 p.m. and soak up the holiday glow!
It’s the perfect cozy road trip through Santa Fe County, with art, gifts, good food, and twinkle lights all in one day.
Can’t make it to the garden? No problem! Our online shop is open for holiday gifting anytime.
Happy holidays from Box Studio!
Image courtesy of Visit Madrid NM