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Saturday, January 10, 2026
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Residents in Glendale can recycle their Christmas trees through designated programs. This initiative helps in composting and proper disposal of holiday trees after the festive season.
Saturday, December 27, 2025
A Glendale family has transformed their home into a spooky Christmas attraction. This unique display offers a frightful twist on traditional holiday decorations.
A Glendale family has created a spooky and unconventional Christmas display at their home. This unique setup offers a chilling take on holiday decorations.
Friday, December 26, 2025
A Glendale family has been creating a unique 'Scary Christmas House' display for nearly a decade, bringing a different kind of holiday spirit to the community. This display features creepy decorations that evoke themes from 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'.
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Popular attractions like the Phoenix Zoo Lights and Glendale Glitters will remain open beyond Christmas Day. These events offer continued festive enjoyment for the community after the holiday.
A Glendale home at 6007 W. Marconi Ave. featured a 2024 display showcasing a love for all things Christmas, including characters like the Grinch, Santa, and religious figures. This display highlights the festive spirit in the area.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Glendale city facilities will be closing early on Christmas Eve and will be closed for Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Regular landfill hours will resume on January 2nd.
Shoppers are making a last-minute rush to buy gifts at Valley malls with only two nights remaining until Christmas. The Glendale area malls are seeing significant crowds as people complete their holiday shopping.
A new Glendale restaurant located on Union Hills Drive and 43rd Avenue will be open for Chinese takeout on Christmas Day. This offers a dining option for those looking for a meal during the holiday.
Ironwood High School from Glendale, Arizona, participated in the Mission Prep Christmas Classic. Gunner Morinini led his team with 20 points in the game.
Monday, December 22, 2025
The Glendale mall is open year-round, including on Christmas Day, offering various attractions. This season, the mall highlights a Dolce&Gabbana pop-up and mechanical bull riding.
The Glendale mall, which remains open throughout the year including Christmas, is featuring special seasonal attractions. Visitors can enjoy a Dolce&Gabbana pop-up and mechanical bull riding.
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Experience a unique drive-through Christmas lights event in Glendale, featuring a "Rockin' Christmas" theme. This attraction offers a festive holiday display for visitors to enjoy from their vehicles.
Explore various Christmas light displays in the metro Phoenix area, including options for those on a budget. The Arizona LDS Temple Lights in Mesa and displays in Glendale are highlighted.
Federico Venturini and Viola Tagliaferri are bringing Pizzicata to Glendale, featuring a Seven Fishes Christmas Eve Dinner. This event offers a special holiday dining experience.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Glendale Glitters is a beloved holiday tradition in the metro Phoenix area. This year's kickoff promises to be a highlight for the community.
Experience the World of Illumination Cosmic Sleighride, located at the Desert Diamond Casino in Glendale. This dazzling light display runs through December 28th.
Several Chinese restaurants in the Glendale area will be open on Christmas Day, offering festive dining options. Great Wall Cuisine is one of the establishments participating.
Friday, December 19, 2025
Experience an "intergalactic" Christmas journey at World of Illumination in Glendale. FOX 10 Drone Pilots captured this dazzling light display.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Two extraordinary veterans in Glendale, AZ are being honored this Christmas with letters from students. This initiative aims to show gratitude and spread holiday cheer.
Sunday, December 14, 2025
The annual Hometown Christmas Parade was held in Glendale to celebrate the season and start new traditions. All proceeds from the event benefit Hope for.
Glendale Glitters is highlighted as a free Christmas lights display option for those on a budget in the metro Phoenix area. It offers a fully immersive winter experience.
This opinion piece reflects on finding the holiday spirit through both old and new traditions. It mentions lighting a candle on Christmas Eve to guide wise men.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Glendale Glitters is illuminating the downtown area with dazzling displays, bringing festive Christmas cheer. This popular event transforms the city into a winter wonderland.
Glendale's World Of Illumination event is currently underway and will continue through January 4th. The display is part of the festive Christmas cheer being brought to the downtown area.
The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess hotel has transformed into a magical winter wonderland, adorned with over 16 million twinkling lights. This dazzling display offers a festive holiday experience.
Friday, December 12, 2025
Two Glendale youth actors are featured in the Arizona Broadway Theatre's production of "A Christmas Story, the Musical." The article mentions Grayson Troub in a scene with the iconic leg lamp.
A home located at 22009 N. 59th Drive in Glendale features a dazzling LED light show. The display is synced to upbeat Christmas hits and can be enjoyed by tuning into 93.5 FM.
Glendale is preparing for its Hometown Christmas Parade, with proceeds and donations benefiting the Phoenix Rescue Mission and Hope for Hunger. The event aims to support local charities.
Two actors from Peoria are participating in the Arizona Broadway Theatre's production of "A Christmas Story." The article notes the current weather in Glendale, AZ.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
The 12th Annual Glendale Hometown Christmas Parade continues its tradition as an old-fashioned community event for the whole family. This long-standing parade features participation from local churches and businesses.
Holiday season shopping is in full swing at Arrowhead Mall in Glendale, as seen in this photo of the escalators and main lobby area. The image captures the festive atmosphere of Christmas traditions at Arizona malls through the years.
Christmas on the Farm is a holiday event happening in Phoenix with various times through December 28th. Another event listed is at 57th Drive in Glendale, offering free admission and organized by the Glendale Arts Council.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
The founder of the Martin Auto Museum will serve as the grand marshal for the 12th annual Hometown Christmas Parade. The parade is scheduled to take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 13th.
Monday, December 8, 2025
Wes Martin is leading the cast in the production of 'A Christmas Carol' at TheaterWorks. The article mentions Glendale, AZ, and a temperature of 48 degrees.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
This Glendale boutique offers a year-round "Destination Christmas" room filled with timeless, homemade treasures. Shoppers can find unique gifts and holiday decor during the festive season.
Trimlight Phoenix is seeking nominations for a local family or person to receive free Christmas light installation. This initiative aims to spread holiday cheer to those in need within the Glendale area.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
One Glendale home is showcasing a unique Christmas display featuring Santa's sleigh, which is a 1978 Dodge Lil Red Express truck. This display is part of the local holiday light attractions.
The City of Glendale is bringing back its popular Glendale Glitters event for the holiday season. This event promises a festive celebration for the community.
Glendale's Lights on Bluefield is highlighted as an astounding Christmas light display for 2025. This display is recognized as a top holiday attraction in the Phoenix area.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
This article highlights Arizona's best Christmas towns for holiday celebrations, including potential for snow. Glendale is mentioned as a destination for late 2025.
Monday, December 1, 2025
The Glendale Fraternal Order of Police hosted their annual 'Cops & Kids' Christmas party, significantly increasing attendance this year. The event aimed to bring extra holiday cheer to local children.
Sunday, November 30, 2025
This guide offers safety tips for shopping during the Christmas season, particularly in high-traffic areas like Glendale's Westgate. It also covers Small Business Saturday.
Saturday, November 29, 2025
The annual Valor Christmas light show has returned and is now located at a new spot in Gilbert. This popular display promises dazzling lights for the holiday season.
Discover the most over-the-top holiday light displays throughout metro Phoenix for 2025, including Glendale Glitters and Christmas at the Princess. These dazzling displays are sure to bring festive cheer.
Friday, November 28, 2025
A home in Glendale, located at 6007 W. Marconi Ave., has been decorated for Christmas. The festive display was created by a working mom and her 12-year-old son.
Thursday, November 27, 2025
The Glendale Public Library Main Library will host Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings. This event features Holiday Delights presented by Café Flutes and a Phoenix Ukulele Group Holiday Concert.