Events 25: A Christmas Market Fri. 12/11 &
Sat. 12/12, 9am-4pmPeoria Sports Complex
A one-stop shopping showcase featuring seasonal decor, festive eats and treats, and an unmatched assortment of rare, and one-of-a-kind holiday gifts. $2-$10
more info map Phoenix Festival of Arts Fri. 12/11 –
Sun. 12/13, times vary
Margaret Hance Park, Phoenix
More than one hundred art vendors and cultural organizations are scheduled to participate in this year’s Festival. It’s a perfect time to connect with the community and shop for holiday gifts.
more info map Rawhide Snowy Christmas Fri. 12/11 –
Sun. 12/13, 5pmRawhide Western Town & Event Center, Chandler
Stroll through Rawhide, watch the snow fall, and get your shopping done while marveling at the holiday lights,
more info map Ballet Arizona: The Nutcracker Fri. 12/11, 7:30pmPhoenix Symphony Hall
Ballet Arizona is proud to announce its 30th year of the Nutcracker performances, choreographed by renowned artist director Ib Anderson. $15-$164
more info map The Ten Tenors: Home for the Holidays Fri. 12/11, 8pmScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Home for the Holidays is a magical experience for the whole family that will dazzle, delight, and captivate audiences. $49-$79
more info map 12k’s of Christmas Sat. 12/12, 8amFreestone District Park, Gilbert
There is a 12k run, 6k run/walk, and 12k family run/walk with Christmas Carolers at every “K.” Participants receive a pair of Christmas stockings and a collectible finishers medal. $10-$50
more info map Festival of Cheer Sat. 12/12, 10am-3pmCentennial Plaza Park, Peoria
The Beneville Festival of Cheer is a wonderful family friendly event. Countries and cultures will have different stations set-up throughout the park complex.
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Fantasy of Light Boat Parade Sat. 12/12, 5pmTempe Beach Park
The Boat Parade will feature as many as 50 festively lit boats of all shapes and sizes. After dark, more than a thousand lights will illuminate the sidewalks and paths of Tempe Beach Park.
more info map Symphony of the Southwest Holiday Concert Sat. 12/12, 7:30pmIkeda Theater, Mesa Arts Center
Join Maestro Cal Stewart Kellogg and the Symphony of the Southwest in a festive evening of traditional Christmas carols and music from Tchalkowsky’s beloved Nutcrackers. $20
more info map Fiesta Bowl Half Marathon 5k Sun. 12/13, 6pmScottsdale Civic Center Plaza
As one of Arizona’s finest and oldest distance events, the Runner’s Den/Fiesta Bowl Half Marathon is pleased to return for its 28th edition.
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