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Unwrap the Magic: Scottsdale Quarter's Holiday Events

Several festive holiday activations begin Nov 16th

By Sponsored Content November 16, 2023

 Scottsdale Quarter Holiday Activations 2023

As the air turns crisper and the festive season approaches, we are thrilled to announce the arrival of the holiday spirit at Scottsdale Quarter! This year, Scottsdale Quarter is bringing you a sleigh-full of enchanting events and joyful celebrations that promise to make your holidays merry and bright. 


Photos with Santa

Santa arrives at Scottsdale Quarter on November 16. Capture joyful holiday moments by taking a photo with Santa through December 25. Hours and photo packages vary. Reservations are recommended.






Santa Social

Head out to Scottsdale Quarter on November 25 from 2-8 p.m. for a day full of holiday cheer! Enjoy kids entertainment photos with Santa, caricature artists, face painters, special Christmas character appearances, end the day with the annual tree lighting ceremony and a holiday feature film. The Arizona Animal Welfare League will be on property with furry friends up for adoption. For more information, visit scottsdalequarter.com/.






Holiday Carolers

Enjoy holiday music from the Dicken's Carolers and Pete Pancrazzi every Saturday and Sunday afternoon November 26 through December 18 while you stroll through Santa City in The Quad. For more information, visit scottsdalequarter.com/.






Holiday Toy Drive

Scottsdale Quarter is partnering with The Foster Alliance (formerly Arizona Helping Hands) for their annual Holiday Toy Drive benefiting local foster youth. From December 4-20, The Quarter will accept new toys and new clothing for babies, children and teens. Stop by Santa City in The Quad and look for the donation bin in the cabin. Thanks to the generosity of our community, Arizona Helping Hands has made the holidays joyful for children throughout the state since 1998. For more information, visit scottsdalequarter.com/.






The Festival of Hanukkah

Join Chabad of Scottsdale for some holiday fun at Scottsdale Quarter. On the evening of December 7 from 4:30-6:30 p.m., enjoy treats, entertainment and the lighting of the menorah. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit scottsdalequarter.com/.






Fill Santa’s Sleigh at Scottsdale Quarter

The Foster Alliance (formerly Arizona Helping Hands) will partner with the M3F Music Festival on December 8 from 6-8 p.m. to produce a free benefit concert at Scottsdale Quarter. This event will also feature favorite holiday and Disney characters, raffles and giveaways and a sleigh to fill with donated gifts. For more information, visit scottsdalequarter.com/.






Shop With Your Pet with Arizona Humane Society

Get the fur babies ready for a day out at The Quarter. On Saturday, December 9 from 12-3 p.m., you and your pup can shop at Scottsdale Quarter’s pet friendly retailers and enjoy some doggone fun. Get a complimentary holiday photo taken with the meanest, greenest grouch in Santa City. Dress your pups to impress for the ugly sweater contest. Arizona Humane Society will be on property with some furry friends looking for their fur-ever home. For more information, visit scottsdalequarter.com/.