Arizona Christmas 2026

Top Events Across Arizona

Find the best Christmas events across Arizona this year!

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   Phoenix Holiday Pops Phoenix

   Holiday music performed by a professional symphony orchestra

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   Downtown Parade of Lights Tucson

   Annual illuminated holiday parade in downtown Tucson

3. 3
   The Mesa Christmas Market Mesa

   European-inspired Christmas market with Santa Express train ride.

4. 4
   Theatre Kids: Ballet Etudes presents The Nutcracker Act II Chandler

   Act II of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker.

5. 5
   Phoenix Christmas Lights Tour Tempe

   Guided bus tour of Phoenix Christmas lights

6. 6
   Gilbert Water Tower Holiday Lighting Gilbert

   Annual holiday lighting ceremony with live music and festive activities.

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   Glendale Hometown Christmas Parade Glendale

   Community parade supporting a local food bank

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   Holiday Lights at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park Scottsdale

   Holiday lights train ride through a winter wonderland

9. 9
   Gloria! A Free Community Christmas Concert Paradise Valley

   Free community Christmas concert

10. 10
    Peoria Holiday Festival Peoria

    Community holiday celebration

11. 11
    Desert Farm Lights Surprise

    Immersive desert Christmas light experience with unique attractions.

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    Dorothy Young Memorial Electric Light Parade Yuma

    Annual electric light parade with decorated vehicles

13. 13
    WinterFest Avondale

    Free community winter festival with Santa and light show

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    Deer Valley Breakfast with Santa Litchfield Park

    Breakfast with Santa at a historic resort

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    Holidays on the Square Goodyear

    Weekly themed holiday celebrations at Goodyear Civic Square.