Coverage dated November 4, 2026

River of Lights returns for 29th year

Headline from KRQE Albuquerque

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The ABQ BioPark will soon be flipping the switch and lighting up the BioPark. The River of Lights is returning for the 29th year. They've revealed that 50 new sculptures will be on display at this year's event, and some of the new designs will pay homage to the Route 66 [.

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  1. KOB 4

    Albuquerque BioPark River of Lights returns with 50 new sculptures (opens KOB 4)

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    KOB 4's feed description

    River of Lights returns to the Albuquerque BioPark for its 29th holiday light show with 50 new light sculptures.

  2. KRQE Albuquerque

    River of Lights returns for 29th year (opens KRQE Albuquerque)

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    KRQE Albuquerque's feed description

    ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The ABQ BioPark will soon be flipping the switch and lighting up the BioPark. The River of Lights is returning for the 29th year. They've revealed that 50 new sculptures will be on display at this year's event, and some of the new designs will pay homage to the Route 66 [.

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