Good morning, Amarillo.

Today, several Amarillo restaurants and entertainment venues remain open on Christmas Day with extended hours – customers should confirm hours directly with each business, as schedules vary by location along I-40 and historic Route 66.

Transformation Park in Amarillo is hosting its first Christmas party to mark one year of service, expecting over 150 residents to enjoy food, gifts, a candlelight vigil plus choir performances with support from more than 40 volunteers.

The Bishop Hills neighborhood lit up on Christmas Eve and will shine again today at 6 p.m. as families drive through to support the Downtown Lions Club, with donations accepted by card and cash to fund benevolent causes.

Ziggi’s Coffee in Amarillo and Canyon launched a holiday sweepstakes that lets customers earn entries until Dec.

31 and could win one free small drink per week for 52 weeks in 2026—a chance to boost festive cheer.

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Amarillo Civic Center Complex — Tickets required — Experience dazzling circus performances set to your favorite holiday music.

20th Anniversary Celebration of the GNC

7:30 p.m. — Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate two decades of culture with a thrilling symphonic performance featuring Rodrigo and Bruckner.

Fellowship of the Ring Film Screening

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Cinemark Amarillo Hollywood 16 and XD — Ticket prices vary — Gather with fellow fans for a pre-screening meetup and coffee before enjoying Fellowship of the Ring.