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Oct 18 - Oct 27

5th Annual Town of Carefree Enchanted Pumpkin Garden

Featuring the artistry of Ray Villafane and Villafane Studios' carvers on display live each day with their carvings found throughout the four-acre Carefree Desert Gardens. On weekends, magical Halloween activities for both kids and adults, plus culinary delights and autumnal refreshments including a beer garden, a harvest market and live music.

Carefree, AZ

Carefree Desert Garden

Oct 24

State’s Largest Christmas Tree arrival

Outlets at Anthem is already preparing for the Christmas season! Arizona’s tallest fresh-cut Christmas tree is scheduled to arrive at the North Phoenix shopping destination, Thursday, Oct. 24, at 6:30 a.m.

Phoenix, AZ

Outlets at Anthem

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Spooktacular Balloon Festival

Kids of all ages will love this spectacularly spooky festival featuring a pumpkin patch, a free KidsZone, the fan-favorite Spook Trail, and more than 20 glowing hot air balloons participating in the world's longest continuous glow.

Scottsdale, AZ

Salt River Fields at Talking Stick

Oct 27

2nd Annual Halloween Stroll

Bring your little ghosts, goblins, super heroes, and princesses to Downtown Tempe for a Halloween Stroll.

Tempe, AZ

6th Street Park

Oct 31

17th Annual Route 66 Cruizers Halloween Bash

Give kids a fun and safe environment to Trick-or-Treat, kids must be accompanied by an adult.

Kingman, AZ

Nov 8 - Nov 10

Santa and the Shoppes on Gingerbread Lane - November

See holiday lights and decorations and listen to holiday music as you stroll along Gingerbread Lane, kids whisper in Santa's ear, enjoy treats and hot beverages, vendors, live radio remote.

Show Low, AZ

Nov 8 - Dec 21

Scottsdazzle

With events happening throughout the Old Town area from Friday, November 8 through Saturday, December 21, this impressive line-up is sure to put anyone in the holiday spirit. Many of these seasonal events are free and family-friendly.

Scottsdale, AZ

Nov 15 - Dec 24

North Pole Experience

A family-focused holiday attraction that takes visitors on a behind-the-scenes adventure at Santa’s Workshop, children and their parents build toys with Santa and the elves and meet Santa and read stories and craft with Mrs. Claus.

Flagstaff, AZ

Little America

Nov 22 - Nov 24

34th Annual Holiday Art Market

The Holiday Art Market brings together more than 100 artisans selling handmade and one-of-a-kind items. Browse original artwork, pottery, glass, jewelry, textiles, fine art, and gift items while enjoying Tucson’s perfect autumn weather. Holiday drinks and food trucks add to the street festival atmosphere.

Tucson, AZ

Tucson Museum of Art

Nov 28

Sedona Turkey Trot 5K

An out-and-back with a small loop on Soldier Pass Rd., the race will be expertly timed and scored by Run Flagstaff (a Flagstaff, AZ based company) using RFID chip technology, medals will be given to all finishers, trophies will be given to all age group winners.

Sedona, AZ

Posse Grounds Park

Nov 29 - Dec 1

Show Low Shines

An extravaganza of holiday lights and decorations that lights up the City from the day after Thanksgiving through 1/2, light displays at Show Low City Park, downtown and a dancing light display synchronized to holiday music at Show Low City Hall.

Nov 29 - Jan 11

Glendale Glitters

Glendale Glitters is Arizona’s largest free holiday light display and a beloved family tradition, as charming downtown Glendale is illuminated by more than 1.6 million twinkling lights across 16 blocks. 

Nov 29 - Nov 30

26th Annual Glendale Glitters Spectacular Opening Weekend

Visitors will find their traditional festival favorites, including holiday entertainment, food, seasonal gifts, a children’s snowfield, holiday storytelling, a Home Depot Kids Workshop and, the big guy himself, Santa Claus.

Glendale, AZ

Murphy Park

Nov 30 - Dec 29

23rd Annual Festival of Lights Kick-Off Party

Ahwatukee’s biggest family fun festival, always the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Carnival rides, community entertainment, Beer Garden, Marketplace Street Fair and the Motorcycle Parade will keep you and your out-of-town guests busy all day! And besides….who really wants to leave Phoenix in the winter?

Ahwatukee, AZ

Nov 30

Prescott's 24th Annual Holiday Light Parade

Floats, festively and creatively decorated with lights; holiday music; and Santa to kick off the holiday season, bring your chairs and dress warmly.

Prescott, AZ

Yavapai County Courthouse

Dec 5 - Dec 15

Frozen Jr.

Based on the 2018 Broadway musical, "FROZEN JR." is a story of true love between sisters Princess Anna and Queen Elsa of Arendelle.

Prescott, AZ

Prescott Center for the Arts

Dec 6 - Dec 7

31st Annual Cowboy Christmas Poetry Gathering

The gathering is not a contest - there are no prizes and no winners. It is a place and time when cowboys, ranchers and folks involved in raising and caring for cattle and horses get together to celebrate the present in poetry, songs and story, just as they did over 145 years ago.

Wickenburg, AZ

Desert Caballeros Western Museum

Dec 6 - Dec 7

The Nutcracker Ballet with Flagstaff Symphony

NAU Community Music & Dance Academy Balley Troupe and the Flagstaff Youth Chorale. Experience the magic of this classic holiday adventure!

Flagstaff, AZ

Ardrey Auditorium

Dec 6

Merry Copa Holiday Festival

Enjoy sledding in 50 tons of snow, ice skating, interactive DJ, shoppes, hot air balloon glow, local talent and caroling, and, of course, our annual tradition of having our very own Mayor Christian Price lead our Christmas Tree lighting countdown. We will also have a very special visitor stop by and complete the evening with a fireworks performance.

Maricopa, AZ

Copper Sky Regional Park

Dec 6 - Dec 21

Riparian After Dark

Stroll around the candle-lit trail at Water Ranch Lake with hundreds of luminaries as well as numerous festive light displays at every turn. A rare opportunity for those who appreciate nature to experience the thrill of night time at the preserve. Also features a variety of school choirs, carolers and other live holiday entertainment.

Gilbert, AZ

Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch

Dec 6 - Dec 28

The Magical Christmas Journey

Children with eagle wings soar through the miniature Bird’s-Eye Village. Holiday lights, music, and refreshments. A train ride through a magic tunnel to the North Pole and back. Santa boards the train at the whimsical North Pole Village with gifts for all of the children. Meet Flurry, a real bald eagle and Princess Noel, characters from The Magical Christmas Journey™ book.

Clarkdale, AZ

Verde Canyon Railroad

Dec 7 - Dec 8

11th Annual Christkindlmarket

Cherished German and Austrian traditions with holiday entertainment, German and Polish cuisine, vendors and local artisans selling merchandise like candles and Christmas ornaments, and activities and entertainment for the whole family!

Prescott, AZ

Frontier Village Center

Dec 7

Jingle Bell Run/Walk to Cure Arthritis

Complete a 5-kilometer run or walk with your team members, spreading smiles, good cheer and a winning spirit … and be a Champion of Yes!

Tucson, AZ

Reid Park

Dec 7

65th Annual Courthouse Lighting & Ceremony

This must-see event is one of Prescott’s most beloved and time-honored traditions!

Prescott, AZ

Prescott Courthouse Plaza

Dec 7 - Dec 8

Santa’s Hualapai Wonderland

Visit Santa, go on an old-fashioned hayride, roast marshmallows, drink hot cocoa and eat cookies.

Dec 7

37th Annual Prescott Chamber Christmas Parade

An Ugly Sweater Christmas - Bring the family to watch more than 100 floats and entries.

Prescott, AZ

Dec 7

33rd Annual APS Electric Light Parade: Walking in a Desert Wonderland

The APS Electric Light Parade has long been an event where families, neighborhood groups and businesses from across the city come together and spread the joy of the holidays to more than 100,000 spectators. All entries lined with electric lights, from floats, to marching bands, performance groups, car groups and families.

Phoenix, AZ

Dec 7 - Dec 8

See Trains in the Garden Open House Tours

Celebrating the holidays with several homes and a children’s medical center with G-scale garden railroads on display. See maps, photos and videos on ABTO website.

Mesa, AZ

Dec 7

61st Annual Tumbleweed Tree Lighting Ceremony & Parade of Lights

7 CHANDLER: 61st Annual Tumbleweed Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights - A.J. Chandler Park. Join us in celebrating a unique Southwestern tradition that draws visitors from far and wide. This community festival also includes the Parade of Lights at 6:45 pm. This year marks the 61st Tumbleweed Tree built in Downtown Chandler. 4:30 pm. H y

Chandler, AZ

A.J. Chandler Park

Dec 12

Scottsdazzle Gold Palette Artwalk

Scottsdale’s popular Artwalk celebrates the city’s finest art galleries, with special holiday Scottsdazzle flair!

Scottsdale, AZ

Oldtown Scottsdale Art District

Dec 14

20th Annual Tempe Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade

Take part in holiday cheer by gathering on the shores of Tempe Town Lake to watch a procession of festively decorated boats of all shapes and sizes.

Tempe, AZ

Tempe Town Lake

Dec 14

Christmas in the Park - Sedona

Old-fashioned holiday party in the historic Jordan home. Free admission and activities include hot apple cider, holiday cookies, holiday music concert, fruit sorter demos, make & take ornaments and gifts. Be greeted by our tumbleweed ‘snowman’. Meet Sedona old-timers and pioneer family descendants. Sale in the Museum Gift Shop.

Sedona, AZ

Sedona Heritage Museum

Dec 14

Frontier Holiday Traditions (previously Winsor Castle by Night)

Includes musical performances, as visitors wander the grounds watching a candy-making demo, listening to Paiute stories by the fire, singing Christmas carols around an antique pioneer era organ in the Fort, playing pioneer games, and making their own Victorian Christmas cards at the Visitor Center.

Fredonia, AZ

Pipe Spring National Monument

Dec 14 - Dec 15

See Trains in the Garden Open House Tours - Dec. 14-15

Celebrating the holidays with several homes and a children’s medical center with G-scale garden railroads on display. See maps, photos and videos on ABTO website.

Mesa, AZ

Dec 14

11th Annual 12K's of Christmas® & Santa's Pet Village

A unique family celebration featuring Christmas carolers at every K and in the park, a 12K and 6K run and a 1.2K for families and kids fun run/walk, a Christmas Bazaar with hand-made items, Santa's Pet Village with pet adoptions, inflatables.

Gilbert, AZ

Freestone District Park

Dec 14

17th Annual Dorothy Young Memorial Electric Light Parade - Light up Yuma with the Arts

The event features illuminated marching bands, lighted floats, twinkling dancers and animals, as well as some festive spectators.

Yuma, AZ

Dec 14

5th Annual Christmas at the Castle

This magical family-friendly event features live performances, wonderful food, fun games, photos with Santa, storytime with Mrs. Claus, the affiliate Christmas Tree contest, a cash bar, and holiday cheer! Guests will also enjoy a hot cocoa bar, cookie decorating, holiday crafts, and face painting!

Phoenix, AZ

Irish Cultural Center

Dec 28 - Dec 29

Ballet Tucson's The Nutcracker

Kick start the festive season with Ballet Tucson’s beloved, award-winning holiday classic. Experience Clara’s magical journey with giant soldiers, swirling snowflakes, and dancing sweets with the whole family.

Tucson, AZ

Tucson Music Hall

Dec 31

Yuma’s Iceberg Drop

Yuma's Iceberg Drop: Lettuce Celebrate! A festive New Year's Eve celebration in Historic Downtown Yuma. This inaugural event will feature live music, offerings from our downtown restaurants, and bars, and the excitement of the Drop itself to welcome in 2020.

Yuma, AZ

Yuma Main Street Plaza

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