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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15 events on Tucson

Wednesday, December 16

4 events
Tucson Roadrunners vs. Ontario Reign
SportsWed, Dec 16, 2026

Tucson Roadrunners vs. Ontario Reign

To enhance public safety and expedite entry, TCC has a CLEAR BAG POLICY. Clear bags no larger than 14 x 16, clutch/wa...

Tucson Arena·6:30 PM
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feeble little horse
Concerts & Live MusicWed, Dec 16, 2026

feeble little horse

At La Rosa

La Rosa·8 PM
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feeble little horse
Concerts & Live MusicWed, Dec 16, 2026

feeble little horse

At La Rosa

La Rosa·8 PM
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Arizona Wildcats Womens Basketball vs. Oakland Golden Grizzlies Womens Basketball
SportsWed, Dec 16, 2026

Arizona Wildcats Womens Basketball vs. Oakland Golden Grizzlies Womens Basketball

At McKale Center

McKale Center·6 PM
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Thursday, December 17

4 events
Glenn Miller Orchestra
Concerts & Live MusicThu, Dec 17, 2026

Glenn Miller Orchestra

At Fox Theatre - Tucson AZ

Fox Theatre - Tucson AZ·7 PM
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Little Shop of Horrors
Arts & GalleryThu, Dec 17, 2026

Little Shop of Horrors

At Temple of Music and Art

Temple of Music and Art·2 PM
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Miss Olivia & The Interlopers: Celebrating Ten Years Of Interloping
Concerts & Live MusicThu, Dec 17, 2026

Miss Olivia & The Interlopers: Celebrating Ten Years Of Interloping

Doors 7PM Show 8PM GA Standing 21 & Over - ID REQUIRED Public On Sale - 10/13 Prices include all fees....

191 Toole·8 PM
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Aly & AJ: Places to Run Tour 2026 @ Rialto Theatre
Concerts & Live MusicThu, Dec 17, 2026

Aly & AJ: Places to Run Tour 2026 @ Rialto Theatre

Doors 7PM Show 8PM GA Standing Floor / Reserved Seated Balcony CHILDREN UNDER 6 NOT PERMITTED Public On Sale...

Rialto Theatre-Tucson·8 PM
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Friday, December 18

4 events
Eyes Set To Kill : Guilty Pleasures Tour
Concerts & Live MusicFri, Dec 18, 2026

Eyes Set To Kill : Guilty Pleasures Tour

With Sicksense & Twist It. All Ages. Bar With ID. Standing Room Only

The Rock·7 PM
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Ballet Tucson - The Nutcracker
Arts & GalleryFri, Dec 18, 2026

Ballet Tucson - The Nutcracker

A world of wonder awaits you at Ballet Tucsons The Nutcracker in partnership with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra! Trea...

Linda Ronstadt Music Hall·7 PM
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The Pangs: 69 Days of XXXmas @ 191 Toole
Concerts & Live MusicFri, Dec 18, 2026

The Pangs: 69 Days of XXXmas @ 191 Toole

Doors 7PM Show 8PM GA Standing 21 & Over - ID REQUIRED Public On Sale - 10/13 Featuring: Holy Rolling Empir...

191 Toole·8 PM
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The Mark Wood Trans-Siberian Experience @ Rialto Theatre
Concerts & Live MusicFri, Dec 18, 2026

The Mark Wood Trans-Siberian Experience @ Rialto Theatre

Doors 6PM Show 7PM Reserved Seating CHILDREN UNDER 6 NOT PERMITTED Public On Sale - 9/9 Prices include...

Rialto Theatre-Tucson·7 PM
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Saturday, December 19

3 events
Ballet Tucson - The Nutcracker
Arts & GallerySat, Dec 19, 2026

Ballet Tucson - The Nutcracker

A world of wonder awaits you at Ballet Tucsons The Nutcracker in partnership with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra! Trea...

Linda Ronstadt Music Hall·1 PM
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Arizona Wildcats Womens Basketball vs. BYU Cougars Womens Basketball
SportsSat, Dec 19, 2026

Arizona Wildcats Womens Basketball vs. BYU Cougars Womens Basketball

At McKale Center

McKale Center·2 PM
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Messiah : Tucson Symphony Orchestra
Arts & GallerySat, Dec 19, 2026

Messiah : Tucson Symphony Orchestra

Tucson Symphony Orchestra TSO Chorus Patrick Dupré Quigley, conductor Kathryn Mueller, soprano Emily Marvosh, contral...

Catalina Foothills High School·2 PM
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