Holiday Events in Phoenix
You don’t need frigid winter weather to get in the spirit of the season. Enjoy holiday events in Phoenix, including festive lights, luminarias and more.
Holiday Lights
Back to Top of ListInaugural Tianyu Lights Festival
Oct. 25 - Jan. 5
The Tianyu Lights Festival, an enchanting nighttime walk-through experience for all ages that brings nature and art together through awe-inspiring visual, cultural, and light effects, is coming to the Valley for the first time ever from Oct. 25, 2024 to Jan. 5, 2025.
Camelback Ranch - Glendale
Cruise ZooLights
Nov. 10 - 12, Jan. 13 - 14
From the comfort of your car, drive through our immersive 200-foot-long light tunnel, experience millions of twinkling lights and dazzling animal sculptures and enjoy the Lake Lights Shows on our main lake! Indulge in holiday treats and beverages, receive a souvenir photo, purchase glow and Zoo souvenirs all without leaving your vehicle!
World of Illumination Rockin' Christmas & Enchanted Safari
Nov. 15 - Dec. 29
World of Illumination, the producer of the world’s largest drive-through animated light show, presents all-new theme parks in the Phoenix metro area, featuring spots in Tempe and Glendale.
Desert Diamond Casino & Tempe Diablo Stadium
Desert Farm Lights
Nov. 22 - Dec. 29
Desert Farm Lights, the West Valley’s premiere walkable holiday light installation, is returning with expanded entertainment offerings for 2024. The family-friendly festive event will occur daily from Nov. 22 until Dec. 29, and will feature hands-on activities like ice skating, a Christmas ornament workshop, wagon and train rides, jolly food offerings, live entertainment and much more! Be dazzled by one million Christmas lights and the magic of the holiday season.
Justice Brothers Ranch
Snowland Snow Globe Holiday Light Experience
Nov. 25 - Jan. 6
Inside the Snow Globes at Snowland, guests can enjoy their very own hot cocoa bar with all the fixings, as well as a cookie decorating kit, perfect for warming hearts in a private winter wonderland. Take part in festive holiday games to play and enjoy a glittering 30-minute light show featuring dancing holiday lights choreographed to seasonal music.
ZooLights
Nov. 27 - Jan. 12
Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland at The Valley’s favorite holiday tradition, ZooLights! Get in the holiday spirit as millions of twinkling lights transform the Zoo into a dazzling spectacle, guiding you through the illuminated pathways alongside animal habitats and Zoo trails. Don’t miss the brand-new light show, featuring vibrant visuals and mesmerizing music that will captivate visitors of all ages. Warm up with delicious treats at our cozy s’mores pits and sip on delicious hot cocoa as you take in the festive atmosphere. Enjoy a stroll through the even longer light tunnel, get your photo with Santa and embrace the opportunity to create lasting memories in a magical setting.
Phoenix Zoo
Arizona Lights in the Night
Select dates, Nov. 27 – Dec. 28
Experience this year's Holiday like never before! Grab your family and your friends and bring the Holiday spirit to life with this holiday light show with over one million lights. Embark on a journey through endless lights, perfectly lit with life-sized candy canes, snowmen, and Christmas trees galore.
Thompson Event Center
Las Noches de las Luminarias
Nov. 28 - Dec. 31, Select Dates
Enjoy live music performances, entertainment and thousands of dazzling hand-lit luminarias at the Garden with family and friends. For 45 years, the Garden’s trails sparkle during this iconic holiday tradition, and it will remind you of what the season is all about. This year, the Garden is thrilled to offer an even brighter spectacle with LIGHT BLOOM by HYBYCOZO, where nature and light unite in stunning, geometric brilliance. Gather your loved ones and make unforgettable holiday memories at the Garden.
Holiday Nights in Lights
Nov. 29 - Dec. 30
Light up your holidays with a magical stroll through the resort, adorned with enchanting holiday lights for the season! Bring the entire family to walk The Wigwam's festive light path, which will be lit every night November 29 - December 31!
Glendale Glitters
Nov. 29 - Jan. 1st
This two day event will feature an exquisite arrangement of lights, complimented by beautiful interactive features and picture-perfect holiday displays! Enhance your enjoyment with fantastic products from our vendors, the sweet sounds of holiday songs from our carolers, and even a visit with Santa! The Holiday Light display will remain up until January 1st.
Murphy Park
Pratt Brothers Christmas at Rawhide
Nov. 29 - Dec. 29
'Tis the season and the Pratt Brothers Christmas will be celebrating the holidays for an entire month at Rawhide. Attendees will enjoy a truly magical holiday experience across 15 acres of land featuring over 7 million lights, a holiday express train ride, a nightly parade, jaw-dropping stunt shows, holiday shopping, live entertainment, and much more.
Rawhide Western Town
Mesa Temple Christmas Lights and International Nativity Display
Nov. 29 - Dec. 30
The event – previously called one of the “must-see holiday lighting extravaganzas in the United States” – has drawn over a million visitors annually from across Arizona and far beyond to partake of the Christmas spirit on these temple grounds. This event, one of the largest known volunteer-driven Christmas lighting displays in the country, has been a beloved community tradition in the area since 1979.
Phoenix Christmas Lights Tour
Nov. 30 - Dec. 31
Come enjoy the sights and sounds as they were meant to be enjoyed with a preplanned route hosted by Spirit of Arizona Tours to see some of the best displays across Greater Phoenix.
Sparkling Surprise
Dec. 6 – 31
Step into a world of wonder at our Sparkling Surprise holiday light display, where the magic of the season comes alive! This year, enjoy even more sparkle with a spectacular array of holiday lights and dazzling light features spanning the Surprise Recreation Campus, including Surprise Community Park and the area outside Surprise Stadium.
Surprise Recreation Campus
Stroll in the Glow
Dec. 7
Welcome the holiday spirit to Fountain Hills at the annual Stroll in the Glow! This traditional local event is the perfect place to celebrate the festivities of the holidays. Join Mayor Ginny Dickey as thousands of twinkling lights are illuminated; The Stroll will feature the traditional "lighting of the Avenue" on the Avenue of the Fountains - including the official Town of Fountain Hills Christmas Tree!
Avenue of the Fountains
Riparian After Dark
Dec. 13-22
The Riparian Preserve comes alive with a holiday glow! Stroll around the walkways at the Riparian at Water Ranch with thousands of holiday lights and displays at every turn. This is a rare opportunity for those who appreciate nature to experience the thrill of night time at the Preserve.
Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch
Activities
Back to Top of ListSkate Westgate
Nov. 1 – Jan. 20
Kids & adults are invited to partake in a timeless holiday tradition – outdoor ice skating on our real ice rink! Make magical memories with your loved ones as you glide through an unforgettable winter wonderland. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’re performing pirouettes or strapping on skates for the first time.
Westgate Entertainment District
Pioneer Winter Wonderland
Nov. 1 - Jan. 5
Step into a world of holiday magic at Pioneer Winter Wonderland, Arizona’s premier Christmas event spanning an incredible 90 acres of festive fun! With free parking, delicious food, and endless entertainment, this immersive holiday experience transforms Pioneer Village into a sparkling winter wonderland like no other. Nestled in the heart of the desert, this massive event features live cowboy shows, enchanting light displays, carnival rides, and entertainment for the whole family.
Pioneer Village
Free Scottsdale Sparkle Christmas Market
Dec. 7 – 8
Kick off the holiday season with an exciting day of shopping, featuring over 70 talented vendors, each offering unique gifts and festive treasures. Kids can enjoy a variety of delightful activities, including face painting, glitter tattoos, and special appearances from beloved characters. Bring friends and family and be immersed in the joyful spirit of the holidays!
Arizona Boardwalk
Polar Express
Nov. 8 - Dec. 30
Every winter the Grand Canyon Railway’s Polar Express comes to life on a journey from the nighttime wilderness of Williams, Arizona, to the enchanted beauty of “the North Pole”—where Santa Claus and his reindeer are waiting with a jingle bell for every good boy and girl.
Make this a family holiday tradition, and call today to make your reservations. The ride lasts a little over an hour, with the train leaving each night at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Jingle at JW Desert Ridge
Nov. 22 - Jan. 5
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is excited to announce its ‘Jingle at JW Desert Ridge’ holiday programming that will kick off Nov. 22 and run through Jan. 5, 2025. For the first time ever, the resort will unveil a captivating winter display complete with an enchanting ice skating rink, cozy fire tables, a magical snow play area, a thrilling virtual ski experience, a whimsical gondola photo station, an après ski pop-up bar, delectable holiday dining, and other festive surprises!
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Christmas at the Princess
Nov. 22 - Jan. 4
Rediscover the magic of Christmas this winter as the resort transforms into an enchanting holiday wonderland with festive decorations and over 6 million sparkling LED lights. Savor the splendor of the season and discover the place where Christmas cheer lives all season long. Go ice skating and watch colorful light shows in the Enchanted Plaza. Roast marshmallows and make s'mores together. Get your picture taken with Santa Claus and meet our cute holiday characters.
Wigwam Holiday Festival of Arts
Nov. 22 - Nov. 24
Celebrate the start of the holiday season at the enchanting Wigwam Holiday Festival of Arts! Hosted by Vermillion Promotions at the historic Wigwam Resort in the heart of Litchfield Park. This captivating three-day event blends art, entertainment, and festive cheer against the backdrop of one of Arizona’s most iconic landmarks.
Glistening Gardens at Butterfly Wonderland
Nov. 23 – Jan. 5
This holiday, step into the enchanting 'Glistening Gardens' at Butterfly Wonderland. This seasonal escape transports guests to the rainforest as they leisurely stroll with family and friends through an illuminated holiday display inside the Conservatory. Thousands of lights line the garden paths in this cozy, lush indoor setting. Fluttering butterflies take center stage, surrounded by sparkling meadow grass, firefly lights, fairy-lit birch trees, and festive decorations. The glistening Butterfly Conservatory is sure to ignite the holiday spirit in everyone. It's the perfect holiday experience for all!
Colorful Christmas
Nov. 23 - Jan. 5
Deck the halls with tons of COLOR! Colorful Christmas is back. From Nov. 23-Jan. 5, come enjoy holiday fun the Crayola way! Can you help Santa and his friends save the holiday? Plus enjoy some SNOWtastic adventures as you go! Make handmade gifts from the heart, complete a seasonal scavenger hunt and more! It's a holiday hullabaloo with SNOW much to do.
Crayola Experience
Christmas at Schnepf Farms
Nov. 29 - Dec. 22
Christmas has come to Schnepf Farms! Experience a winter wonderland like no other with seasonal food, fun and festivities for the whole family. Catch a ride on the World of Illumination Express, hop on a hayride to visit Rudolph or journey through Santa’s magic workshop. Whatever you choose, it’s all happening right here at Schnepf Farms.
Schnepf Farms
Blazin’ M Ranch Holiday Hoedown
Nov. 29 - Dec. 29
This year, come see impersonations of celebrities including Elvis, Reba, Jerry Lee Lewis and more at the one and only Holiday Hoedown at the Blazin’ M Ranch! There will even be selfies with Santa – by donation, with proceeds going to the Old Town Mission. Along with a delicious all-you-can-eat BBQ dinner and live show, guests will be immersed in the frontier experience with a wood-carvings museum, the Copper Spur Saloon, shooting gallery, axe throwing, mechanical bull, tractor-pulled wagon ride, ropin’, Red Garter Old-Tyme photo studio, and unique Western shops.
Blazin’ M Ranch
The Magical Christmas Journey to the North Pole
Nov. 29 - Dec. 24
The spirit of Christmas will be visible long before guests reach the depot grounds, brilliantly illuminated with colorful lights, luminaria and decorated with fun photo-ops. Festive holiday food items and yummy beverages are available for purchase at the station. Prior to boarding, families will tour a miniature village featuring 10 tiny houses on a town square offering an eagle’s eye-view of what the majestic birds, that live in our canyon, see in flight. A beautiful Christmas princess and "wild" animals including a bear, a burro and a bald eagle will greet the children as families arrive.
Winter Waterland
Nov. 29 – Jan. 4
Get ready for the holiday season at OdySea Aquarium! SeaTREK Santa is back, making underwater appearances from Thanksgiving weekend to New Year’s Eve. Witness Santa's ocean adventures while enjoying all the wonders of the aquarium.
SeaTREK Santa Underwater Appearances
Nov. 29 – Jan 4
Mail Letters to SeaTREK Santa: Write or draw a holiday wish to SeaTREK Santa right at OdySea Aquarium! Stationery and crayons to craft a letter to the big man himself will be available for young guests who can then drop their letters in the OdySea Aquarium North Pole mailbox. Best of all, SeaTREK® Santa will respond to these letters!
The Santa Social
Nov. 30
Kick off the holiday season with the annual Santa Social! Join us for a full day of holiday cheer! Enjoy kids entertainment, photos with Santa (cost applies), caricature artists, face painters, special Christmas character appearances, and end the day with our annual tree lighting ceremony and a holiday feature film!
Scottsdazzle Holiday Extravaganza
Nov 30. - Dec. 31
The month-long seasonal extravaganza kicks off with the signature Sing-Along & Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 30 at the Scottsdale Waterfront. Following, the city, in partnership with many local Old Town businesses, presents nearly 45 engaging activities at various locations through Dec. 31, 2024.
Scottsdale Arts District
Jurassic Winter Wonderland
Nov. 30 – Jan. 5
Step into a world where prehistoric wonders meet holiday magic at Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs’ Jurassic Winter Wonderland! Festive lights adorn every dinosaur exhibit, transforming the entire attraction into a primal holiday extravaganza! This seasonal experience features a flurry of holiday activities for the whole family. Unwrap the joy of the season with exclusive deals and discounts offered throughout the exhibit – the perfect opportunity to take home a dinosaur keepsake to remember this merry, “roar-some” Jurassic experience!
Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs
Vertuccio Farms Christmas Fest
Dec. 4-23
Come on out and unwrap new traditions and make memories with your family and friends as you make your way through the Holiday Fest at the Farm. Our all-new Christmas event is designed for family and friends as you enjoy classic holiday music playing throughout the farm as you stroll. Take pictures in our Giant Ornament and visit our 25 ft. Corn Stalk Tree. Mistletoe Marketplace will feature over 40 unique boutique vendors on select weekends at the holiday marketplace at the Farm.
Vertuccio Farms
Christmas Encounter at Vertuccio Farms
Dec. 4 - Dec. 31
Come out, unwrap new traditions, and make memories with your family and friends as you enjoy classic holiday music playing throughout the farm as you stroll. Take pictures in our Giant Ornament and visit our 25 ft Corn Stalk Tree. The play area is open this year so let the kids enjoy our tube Slides, mini golf, ping pong and corn hole fun. Snuggle up to our furry friends at our petting zoo, or take a pony ride. Warm up at the fire pits with smores area. Visit our craft barn and write a letter to Santa.
Vertuccio Farms
DTPHX Winter Wanderland
Dec. 7
Enjoy a full day of holiday programming in the walkable, urban neighborhood of downtown Phoenix at a family-friendly celebration of downtown's rich performing arts, history, and culture. Downtown will be transformed into a "Winter Wanderland," with free holiday performances, over-the-top holiday lights and décor, delicious food, drinks and merriment. Get in the spirit with DTPHX!
Downtown Phoenix
APS Electric Light Parade
Dec. 7
For more than three decades, the APS Electric Light Parade has been an event where families, neighborhood groups and businesses from across the city come together to celebrate the joy of the holiday season. The parade kicks off at Central and Montebello avenues at 7 p.m. and runs down Central Avenue (south) to Camelback Road (east) to Seventh Street (south).
Uptown Phoenix
Pawlidays at Royal Palms
Dec. 10
Join us for a pawliday yappy hour with special treats from Tugs & Tails, and festive sips for pups and humans alike. Enjoy a holiday craft, festive decor and local vendors to browse for gifts. Cocktails available for purchase. Puptails complimentary.
Free Holiday Fair & Marketplace
Dec. 14
Ho, ho, ho... who’s coming to town? Capture the magic of the season with professional photos with Santa Claus and play in a whimsical Snow Blizzard. Enjoy live entertainment, bounce houses and slides. Plus, kids can get their faces painted in colorful designs! It’s a day full of holiday cheer for the whole family!
Arizona Boardwalk
Tamale Festival
Dec. 15
The second annual Tamale Festival in Arizona will take place in Old Town Peoria. It will include numerous tamale vendors, a mercado for Christmas shopping, photos with Santa, and a 1,000 toy giveaway. There will be local performances, ballet folklorico, and mariachis.
Downtown Peoria
Phoenix Suns vs. Denver Nuggets
Dec. 25
Watch the Phoenix Suns face in their Christmas Day game against the Denver Nuggets on December 25.
Footprint Center
Free Winterfest
Jan. 4
Don’t miss this winter wonderland of fun! Play in a magical Snow Blizzard and take photos with the Snow Queen and friends. Enjoy an array of exciting activities, including bounce houses, face painting, interactive games and coloring contests, while music and dancing fill the air with festive spirit.
Arizona Boardwalk
Holiday Concerts & Performances
Back to Top of ListMariah Carey's Christmas Time
Nov. 15
Mariah Carey, the queen of Christmas and best-selling female artist of all time with over 200 million records sold, will bring her highly-anticipated annual Christmas extravaganza to Phoenix on Friday, Nov. 15.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical at Herberger Theater Center
Nov. 16 - Dec. 23, Select Dates
The holiday classic soars off the screen in this musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "Holly Jolly Christmas," Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer™ features all of your favorite characters including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph.
Miracle on 34th Street
Nov. 20 - Dec. 28
Amidst the flickering warmth of a winter hearth, a heartfelt musical resurrects the airwaves of 1947, transporting you through the static of time to this treasured holiday classic.
Die Hard: A Christmas Story
Nov. 22 - Dec. 29
What do you get when you cross the definitive holiday action movie with All Puppet Players brand of fast, fury, funnied-frenzy? You get an instant holiday classic! While most families will deposit their holiday cheer with Scrooge and friends, the All Puppet Players are offering an alternative that includes a puppet Bruce Willis, a battle for Nakatomi Plaza and tons of pop-culture references to hang nice and cozy over your fireplace.
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Nov. 26
The public's fascination with Tim Burton's iconic 1993 dark fantasy film The Nightmare Before Christmas hasn't faded since its release. In fact, it's become a tradition to watch Jack Skellington's deliciously dark misadventure on both Halloween and Christmas! Don't miss this film screening accompanied by a live orchestral score.
A Christmas Carol
Nov. 29 - Dec. 24
A Christmas Carol is a spectacular, heart-warming version of Dickens’ classic tale of redemption magically brought to life. This production is rich with traditional carols, stunning costumes, and memorable characters that are guaranteed to enrich the holiday season for everyone. Now celebrating its 22nd year in Gilbert!
Hale Theater
Holiday Pops
Nov. 30
There's nothing like some holiday pops! As much a part of the Christmas celebrations as all those Nutcrackers and Christmas Carols, Holiday Pops sees your city's orchestra bringing the holiday cheer with a mix of popular standards, film scores, carols and hymns, so expect to hear everything from Mariah's 'All I Want For Christmas is You' to 'Silent Night'.
Mindi Abair's I Can't Wait for Christmas Tour
Nov. 30 - Dec. 1
Two-time Grammy nominee Mindi Abair returns to MIM for a popular, fun-filled holiday concert featuring an incredible group of multitalented smooth jazz musicians. Abair celebrates the 2024 holiday season with two of the best multitalented contemporary jazz artists, vocalist Lindsey Webster and saxophone great Marcus Anderson, adding a fresh twist to a holiday tradition.
Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve
Dec. 1
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is hitting the road once again in 2024, bringing their electrifying holiday rock opera to audiences across North America. To mark the 20th anniversary of their fourth studio album, The Lost Christmas Eve, the progressive metal group will perform 109 shows throughout November and December. Join them for a festive celebration that spans over two decades of Christmas magic! Along with The Lost Christmas Eve, fans can expect some of the band's greatest hits, making it clear why audiences keep coming back year after year.
Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder Christmas
Dec. 6
Fifteen-time Grammy® winner Ricky Skaggs continues to lead the American roots revival with his bluegrass band Kentucky Thunder.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Cirque Holiday
Dec. 6-8
Troupe Vertigo takes audiences on a spellbinding journey through the world of artistic movement accompanied by live music through fusion of cirque acrobatics, classical dance and contemporary theater. Led by Aloysia Gavre, formerly of the internationally renowned Cirque du Soleil, and by technical director Rex Camphuis, who comes from the fabled Pickle Family Circus, Troupe Vertigo joins The Phoenix Symphony to celebrate the holiday season.
The Nutcracker
Dec. 6-24, Select Dates
Ballet Arizona returns to Symphony Hall in grand fashion with this holiday classic. Celebrate the joy and wonder of the season with Ib Andersen’s The Nutcracker as Tchaikovsky’s cherished score is masterfully performed by The Phoenix Symphony. Follow Clara’s wintry adventures as she battles mischievous mice and charms the Sugar Plum Fairy.
Alice Cooper's Christmas Pudding
Dec. 7
Renowned as one of Phoenix’s ‘Signature Holiday Events,’ Christmas Pudding will bring together Alice Cooper, Sammy Hagar, Nancy Wilson of Heart, Quiet Riot and Sixwire for the 21st Annual Fundraiser to benefit Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers in Phoenix & Mesa.
Jake Shimabukuro
Dec. 7
The innovative Jake Shimabukuro has captivated audiences around the world with his dynamic style, pushing the boundaries of what is possible on the ‘ukulele’s four humble strings.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Arizona Theatre Company: Scrooge
Select dates, Dec. 7 – 28
Returning from its blockbuster first season for an encore, ATC’s holiday musical extravaganza Scrooge! celebrates the season with the beloved story of Ebenezer Scrooge joined by a distinguished cast of more than 24 actors, live musicians, and an all-star creative team. With songs by the illustrious Oscar- and Grammy-winning and Tony-nominated composer Leslie Bricusse (“Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory”), this unique rendition exclusively brought to life by ATC is quickly becoming a cherished holiday tradition to share with your entire family.
Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony
Dec. 9
The unearthly talent of Sarah Brightman is on show once more as the iconic performer is back with her Christmas tradition. A gloriously unique journey through some of the seasons' best and most-loved songs, let Brightman infuse you with the festive spirit this year in this ultimate holiday event!
Arizona Financial Theatre
Mark O'Connor's An Appalachian Christmas
Dec. 10
Grammy-winning couple Mark and Maggie O’Connor bring their dynamic energy to a mix of bluegrass instrumentals and vocal music with An Appalachian Christmas. The holiday concert features fresh arrangements of Christmas classics and captures the emotions of the season: playfulness, joy, contemplation, gratitude, and more. Performing on fiddle, acoustic guitar, mandolin, and vocals, Mark and Maggie O’Connor bring an elegance and earnestness to down-home bluegrass, Americana, and folk music.
Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)
Mannheim Steamroller
Dec. 10-11
With the release of Mannheim Steamroller's first holiday album 1984 came the kind of fame that made the act a veritable Christmas time tradition. With founder and composer Chip Davis at the helm, the all-American music troupe continues to tour extensively, bringing Yuletide cheer to audiences throughout the US with a unique Neo-Classical take on popular carols and songs. It's no wonder that Mannheim Steamroller is the top-selling Holiday Act of all time!
Mesa Arts Center
Merry-Achi Christmas
Dec. 14
Maestro José Hernández and his platinum-selling Mariachi Sol de México® perform treasured holiday classics and favorites from the mariachi songbook in this holiday fiesta.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
A Winter's Eve with David Arkenstone and Friends
Dec. 14
Multi–Grammy Award nominee David Arkenstone returns with his enchanting holiday concert. Join David and his band of virtuoso musicians for this lively candlelit concert of beloved holiday classics reimagined, blending world music, Celtic, orchestral, new age, and neoclassical crossover.
Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)
Phoenix Ballet - The Nutcracker
Dec. 14-15
The highlight of the Phoenix Ballet's winter season, the critically acclaimed Nutcracker promises a spirit-lifting, festive evening of enchanting dance and soaring music. The ensemble's artistic director Slawomir Wozniak breathes new life into the Yuletide favorite with inventive, exuberant and often acrobatic choreography that injects a sense of fun and a sprinkling of light-hearted humour into the widely-performed ballet, striking a perfect balance between tradition and innovation.
Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
Dec. 15
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Phoenix. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Carols on Strings at Warehouse215 under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Irish Christmas in America
Dec. 15-16
Produced by Sligo fiddler Oisín Mac Diarmada, the hugely popular Irish Christmas in America show features Irish music and dance in an engaging performance that is rich in humor and boundlessly energetic.
Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)
Candlelight: Holiday Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More
Dec. 17
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Phoenix. Get your tickets now to discover music inspired by the winter and the holiday spirit at The Crescent Ballroom - Phoenix under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Crescent Ballroom
The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert
Dec. 17
So good it's often been named the best film adaptation of Charles Dickens's festive masterpiece ever, no holiday season is complete without a viewing of The Muppet Christmas Carol, and there's no better way to experience it than in this Live to Screen concert edition, played by your local Symphony. Starring Kermit the Frog, Micheal Caine, Gonzo and many more of the iconic Muppet stable, enjoy the classic story, complete with humor, heart, and Miles Goodman and Paul William's unforgettable score!
A Winter's Evening with Ryanhood
Dec. 20
An evening of songs and storytelling, heartstrings and laughter, A Winter’s Evening with Ryanhood is a live holiday show based on the Tucson duo’s record On Christmas, which showcases their high-energy, big-harmony, dueling acoustic guitar approach.
Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Dec. 22
Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world-class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes, and stunning acrobatics! Share the tradition of pure Holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family of all ages. The Magical Christmas Ballet showcases the talents of artists from Ukraine, Japan, Turkey, and beyond.
Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
Dec. 23
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Phoenix. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Carols on Strings at Herberger Theater under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Jim Brickman: A Very Merry Christmas
Dec. 29-31
The Grammy-nominated songwriter and pianist returns on a holiday tour celebrating music, love, and family. “Jim Brickman is a worldwide sensation with his soulful piano playing.
Holiday Meals & Cocktails
Back to Top of ListJoJo's shakeBAR Winter Wonderland Pop-Up
Starting Nov. 8
This holiday season, JoJo’s shakeBAR in Scottsdale Quarter is set to transform into a Winter Wonderland—a magical holiday destination you won’t want to miss! Launching on November 8th, JoJo’s Winter Wonderland will completely immerse guests in festive cheer with extravagant holiday decor, mouthwatering seasonal treats, and interactive experiences perfect for all ages. The restaurant will be decked out with towering eight-foot nutcrackers, giant ornaments, twinkling string lights, and Christmas trees surrounding every corner. JoJo’s Winter Wonderland will make you feel like you've stepped right into the North Pole!
Breakfast with Santa at Litchfield's at The Wigwam
Dec. 7-22, Select Dates
Celebrate the holidays with our holiday breakfast buffet in Litchfield's & crafts for the kid's to enjoy at the table or to take home! Santa himself will be joining us for pictures during breakfast.
Christmas at Litchfield's
Dec. 24-25
Enjoy Litchfield's seasonal, artful American menu plus an array of featured holiday classics, thoughtfully prepared by Chef de Cuisine Adam Dunton.
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