Holiday Events in the Phoenix Area |
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Phoenix KidsOutAndAbout Holiday Newsletter |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
The holiday season is filled with fun throughout the Phoenix area for the next several weeks! Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and New Year's bring the community together in a vibrant celebration of joy and tradition. Here is your master guide to the holidays, including events, concerts, activities, Christmas tree farms, and more! From dazzling light displays to festive markets, there’s
something for everyone to enjoy. Gather with family and friends to create lasting memories and experience the spirit of the season. You'll see right below my signature a link to our HUGE list of ideas for local fun: 101 of them! Scan the list below, then bookmark the 101 list as your go-to resource for this holiday season!
Happy Holidays!
—Debra Ross, publisher |
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Phoenix's big list of 2025 holiday happenings: Christmas concerts, lights, trees, nativities, and more. . . plus activities for Chanukah, Kwanzaa, and New Year's Eve.
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Phoenix offers a delightful selection of Christmas tree farms that bring the magic of the holiday season to life. Families can enjoy the cherished tradition of selecting the perfect tree while exploring picturesque landscapes and engaging in festive activities. From charming local farms to larger operations, each location provides a unique experience, complete with hayrides, hot cocoa, and seasonal treats. Many farms also host holiday events, making it easy to create lasting memories with loved ones. Whether you’re looking for a classic fir or a unique spruce, the Christmas tree farms around Phoenix promise to make your holiday celebrations truly special.
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Saturday, December 13th, 2025, 2pm - 7pm: Mark your calendars for our 10th Annual Merriment in Melrose. Merriment is FREE to the public and features live music, food trucks, kids activities, local artists, photos with Santa, holiday raffle, and Christmas tree lighting. The event will be held on the West side of 7th Avenue at Montecito. Best yet, it is dog friendly ❤️
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Dec 1-23: Vertuccio Farms in Mesa invites you to unwrap new traditions and make memories with your family and friends. 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.
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Kick off the holiday season at the Gilbert Water Tower Holiday Lighting, proudly presented by Felix Construction. Join us on Monday, December 1st, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the newly transformed Water Tower Plaza for an evening filled with twinkling lights, festive cheer, and fun activities for kids and parents alike. Don’t miss this unforgettable holiday tradition!
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Sock Skating at the Children's Museum of Phoenix, December 2nd through 28th | 9am-4pm. Slip, slide, and glide into fun when your favorite wintertime experience returns to the Museum: The Museum's Atrium transforms into a whimsical, sock-sliding wonderland. Visitors of all ages are invited to glide across the slick surface reminiscent of ice - no skates required! Just bring your favorite pair of comfy socks and get ready to practice your most graceful spin.
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December 4-14: Come see East Valley Children's Theatre's production of Disney's Frozen Jr. at the Mesa Arts Center. With EVCT's cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!
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Nov 28 - Dec 7: Join Ballet Etudes at Chandler Center for the Arts for our 39th annual production of The Nutcracker! Let Clara's magical journey surround you as she encounters life-size mice, swirling snowflakes, dancing confections and the Sugar Plum Fairy. A feast for the eyes and ears with colorful costumes paired with Tchaikovsky's original score, Ballet Etudes' Nutcracker is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with the entire family.
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The Kickoff Event will take place November 28th & 29th from 5PM-10PM each night. 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! Join us for the lighting ceremony on Nov. 28th @ 5:45PM, in front of the Glendale Civic Center. The Holiday Light display will remain up until January 1st, from 5PM-10PM each night.
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Nov 26 - Jan 16: Embrace the holiday spirit as more than four million twinkling lights transform the Phoenix Zoo into a winter wonderland with over two miles of glimmering tree-lined trails, dozens of life-like animal lanterns and the tallest floating tree in North America, featuring an all-new light show.
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Nov 28-30: A true holiday favorite, this beloved comedy classic features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture. Macaulay Culkin stars as Kevin McCallister, an 8-year-old boy who’s accidentally left behind when his family leaves for Christmas vacation, and who must defend his home against two bungling thieves. Hilarious and heart-warming, Home Alone ™ is holiday fun for the entire family!
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Nov 28 - Dec 24: A Hale Holiday Classic! Our spectacular, heart-warming version of Dickens’ classic tale of redemption is magically brought to life on the Hale Stage. This production is rich with traditional carols, stunning costumes, and memorable characters that are guaranteed to enrich the holiday season for you and your family. Now celebrating its 23rd year in Gilbert!
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Nov 28 - Dec 30: Experience the magic of the season with glowing luminaria paths, sparkling lights, live entertainment and festive treats. Plus, be captivated by Framerate: Desert Pulse for an immersive Sonoran Desert holiday like never before.
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Scottsdale Sparkle is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, November 28th, 29th, and 30th, 10:00am- 4:00pm all 3 days! Please join us to kick-off your shopping for this Holiday Season! Our 50 plus vendors will be displaying such wonderful and creative holiday gift items! Get a jump start on your shopping, avoid the crowds, and best of all, find gifts that you cannot find in the shopping malls!
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Fridays and Saturdays, Nov 28 - Dec 27 and also Christmas Eve: Santa will swing by Merry Main Street for free visits! Bring your phone or camera for a photo. PLEASE NOTE: ONLY service animals are allowed in facilities or at Merry Main Street activities, except for Santa Paws.
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November 28 – December 30, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM: Experience the magic as the park transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland filled with dazzling lights, festive displays, and holiday cheer. Step aboard the Paradise & Pacific Railroad and take a breathtaking ride through this seasonal spectacle. This year’s event will look a little different — and even more fun — with new features and timed entry to make your visit smooth and memorable!
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra are bringing The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of TSO and More to PHX Arena on Novemeber 30.
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KidsOutAndAbout's list of family-friendly New Year's activities in the Phoenix area
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