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Holiday Events 2020

Holiday Events in and around the Valley

By Veronica Leon, Publisher Macaroni Kid N Scottsdale-PV November 13, 2020


We rounded up Holiday Events in the Valley! Keep reading so you can plan your holiday fun. 


Childsplay: A Christmas Carol

A CHRISTMAS CAROL with Katie McFadzen, live on the Herberger Theater Center's NEW outdoor stage, The Pavilion. 

Don’t miss one of the Valley’s most celebrated actresses as she brings to life Charles Dickens’ holiday classic under the stars, lights, and chandeliers. 

Tickets are on sale now: childsplayaz.org/christmascarol


Christmas at Schnepf Farms

Experience the wonder of Christmas at Schnepf Farms, a new kind of holiday magic for the entire family. Featuring the Illumination Express train ride, a Christmas carousel, cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus, hayrides to reindeer, pictures with Santa, snow globe mini golf, a beer and wine garden, and the world’s largest inflatable Christmas-themed obstacle course. This all-in-one holiday attraction opens November 24 and runs through December 31 from 5:00-10:00 pm.


Christmas at The Princess: A Season of Joy

November 20 - December 31, 2020

A holiday tradition for Scottsdale families for the past 11 years! Every winter, the resort transforms into an enchanting holiday wonderland with festive decorations and over 4.5 million sparkling LED lights during Christmas at the Princess. Re-imagined in 2020 for a safe,  socially distanced outdoor celebration, savor the splendor of the season and discover the place where Christmas cheer lives on.

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 their cute holiday characters. With safe kid-friendly activities and entertainment all season long, it's the perfect destination to make magical memories before the year comes to a close. 

More info: http://Scottsdaleprincess.com


Las Noches de las Luminarias

November 27 - December 31, 2020

Experience the simplicity and beauty of Las Noches de las Luminarias this holiday season at Dessert Botanical Garden with 8,000 flickering luminarias and twinkling lights throughout the Garden. Enjoy a festive drink while listening to holiday melodies.

Member-Only: Dec. 4 – 6
General Public: Nov. 27 – 28, Dec. 11-13, 17 – 23, 26 – 31
Member On-Sale Date: Oct. 1
General Public On-Sale Date: Oct. 19

More info: https://dbg.org/events/las-noches-de-las-luminarias-2020/2020-11-27/


The Phoenix Zoolights

November 7 - January 31, 2021

The Valley’s most cherished holiday tradition is back with millions of twinkling lights, dazzling animal sculptures and our Wildlife Lantern Safari, featuring 66 creatures — polar bears, mammoths, peacocks and more, all aglow.

More info: https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/zoolights/


Winter Wonderland at OdySea Aquarium

November 27 - January 3, 2021, 9 am - 7pm

New This Year -OdySea Voyager, the world‘s only revolving aquarum adventure, will be transformed in for a Ride - Thru Holiday Experience! Festive music, lighting, and decor will change with each rotation as you ride through custom-themed exhibits featuring graceful stingrays and sea turtles, playful sea lions, and majestic sharks!

More info: www.odyseaaquarium.com/promotions/#winter




Holiday Events will be updated regularly, so check back often for new additions!  If you know of anything I have missed, let me know by sending a email to Veronical@macaronikid.com