Christmas in the West Valley · December 2026

Christmas
in Arizona.

Christmas in Arizona means lights without the cold. Glendale Glitters lights up the historic downtown, ZooLights and the Desert Botanical Garden's Las Noches de las Luminarias dazzle in Phoenix, and you can stroll the displays in shirtsleeves. Feliz Navidad, desert-style.

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Flagship events

Drunk Shakespeare: A Drunk Christmas Carol (21+ Event)
Arts & GalleryThu, Dec 3, 2026

Drunk Shakespeare: A Drunk Christmas Carol (21+ Event)

At Rose Theatre at Arizona Center

Rose Theatre at Arizona Center·7 PM
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Dr. Seuss How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical
Arts & GallerySun, Dec 6, 2026

Dr. Seuss How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

All patrons must have a ticket, including infants in arms. Venue is accessible to all patrons. Seats in accessible se...

ASU Gammage·11 AM
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ZooLights at the Phoenix Zoo
Family & KidsSat, Nov 21, 2026

ZooLights at the Phoenix Zoo

Millions of holiday lights, animal lanterns, and the tallest floating tree in North America.

Phoenix Zoo·5:30 PM
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21 events on East Valley

Wednesday, December 16

5 events
A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)
CommunityWed, Dec 16, 2026

A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·5 PM
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A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)
CommunityWed, Dec 16, 2026

A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·8 PM
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Hunxho - 2Night Only Tour
Concerts & Live MusicWed, Dec 16, 2026

Hunxho - 2Night Only Tour

Bar With ID. All Ages. Standing Room Only

Nile Theater·8 PM
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Dave Koz Christmas
Concerts & Live MusicWed, Dec 16, 2026

Dave Koz Christmas

At Mesa Arts Center

Mesa Arts Center·7:30 PM
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Hi-Fi Holiday Concert
CommunityWed, Dec 16, 2026

Hi-Fi Holiday Concert

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·7:30 PM
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Thursday, December 17

4 events
Hi-Fi Holiday Concert
CommunityThu, Dec 17, 2026

Hi-Fi Holiday Concert

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·7:30 PM
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A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)
CommunityThu, Dec 17, 2026

A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·8 PM
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A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)
CommunityThu, Dec 17, 2026

A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·5 PM
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A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)
CommunityThu, Dec 17, 2026

A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·2 PM
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Friday, December 18

7 events
David Archuleta The Warm Me Up Holiday Tour
Concerts & Live MusicFri, Dec 18, 2026

David Archuleta The Warm Me Up Holiday Tour

David Archuleta is set to bring his heartfelt/feel-good holiday show to venues across North America with stops in New...

Chandler Center for the Arts·7:30 PM
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A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)
CommunityFri, Dec 18, 2026

A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·5 PM
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Hi-Fi Holiday Concert
CommunityFri, Dec 18, 2026

Hi-Fi Holiday Concert

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·7:30 PM
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Gentri Christmas
CommunityFri, Dec 18, 2026

Gentri Christmas

At Mesa Arts Center

Mesa Arts Center·3 PM
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A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)
CommunityFri, Dec 18, 2026

A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·8 PM
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Hi-Fi Holiday Concert
CommunityFri, Dec 18, 2026

Hi-Fi Holiday Concert

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·4 PM
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A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)
CommunityFri, Dec 18, 2026

A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·2 PM
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Saturday, December 19

4 events
The 39th Annual Spirit of Christmas presented by Tempe Dance Academy
Arts & GallerySat, Dec 19, 2026

The 39th Annual Spirit of Christmas presented by Tempe Dance Academy

The Christian Dance Company presents the 39th annual Spirit of Christmas, an energetic variety show featuring a cast...

Chandler Center for the Arts·2 PM
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A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)
CommunitySat, Dec 19, 2026

A Christmas Carol (No children under 5 permitted)

At Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona

Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona·2 PM
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Cirque Musica
Arts & GallerySat, Dec 19, 2026

Cirque Musica

At Mesa Arts Center

Mesa Arts Center·2 PM
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NRG's Annual Christmas Showcase 2026
Concerts & Live MusicSat, Dec 19, 2026

NRG's Annual Christmas Showcase 2026

Celebrate the magic of THE HOLIDAY SEASON with us at NRG Ballroom’s Annual Christmas SHOWCASE!

Renaissance, Tempe·5:30 PM
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Sunday, December 20

1 event
GCW Presents "For All The Dogs"
Concerts & Live MusicSun, Dec 20, 2026

GCW Presents "For All The Dogs"

GCW returns to Phoenix and the Nile Theatre on Sunday, December 20th for our final west coast event of the year!

Downtown, Mesa·5 PM
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