Peoria Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Peoria and surrounding areas
Peoria sparks the Christmas season with bright displays like the Rockin' Christmas Drive-Through Light Show and Tianyu Lights Festival Phoenix 2025 near Westgate for memorable things to do. The festive season offers seasonal festivals, family fun and Santa visits alongside skating at Skate Westgate at Fountain Park. Wander neighborhoods near Lake Pleasant or downtown Peoria to enjoy lights shows, holiday markets, and hands-on activities that keep kids and adults entertained throughout the season.
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Christmas Lights
29 eventsValley's favorite holiday tradition with new lights and lanterns.
Christmas Markets
13 eventsMonth-long holiday celebration in Old Town Scottsdale
Christmas Shows
13 eventsLive theatrical adaptation of the classic holiday film 'A Christmas Story'.
Christmas Activities
27 eventsCandy Land themed light walkthrough and electric light parade.
Editor's Picks (6)
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ZooLights
(Phoenix)
Valley's favorite holiday tradition with new lights and lanterns.
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Valor Christmas Holiday Light Show
(Gilbert)
Spectacular walk-through synchronized LED light show.
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Rockin' Christmas Drive-Through Light Show
(Glendale)
World's largest animated drive-through audio-visual experience
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Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade
(Tempe)
Boats decorated with holiday lights on Tempe Town Lake.
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Christmas in the Park 2025
(Surprise)
Free immersive Christmas Story reenactment with snow.
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World of Illumination Presents Cosmic Sleighride
Intergalactic drive-through holiday light show.
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Christmas Parties Near Peoria
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Peoria.
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Peoria Christmas FAQ
Some of the biggest annual Christmas events in Peoria include the East Peoria Festival of Lights, the Kris Kringle Market at Tower Park, and the Illumination: Tree Lights event at The Morton Arboretum nearby.
Peoria’s holiday traditions include the Festival of Lights parade and drive-through display in East Peoria, as well as community markets like the Kris Kringle Market that combine local vendors with festive entertainment.
Beloved neighborhood displays near Peoria provide charming walkable light experiences, though specific neighborhoods vary each year. Checking local community updates can help you find the best spots for holiday lights.
Christmas markets such as the Kris Kringle Market at Tower Park and the Mistletoe Market showcase local makers and artisans, offering a variety of holiday gifts and seasonal food & drink near Peoria.
Free or budget-friendly options include visiting neighborhood light displays, exploring the Luthy Botanical Gardens’ poinsettia show, and attending community markets with no admission fees.
Family-friendly picks include the East Peoria Festival of Lights drive-through, Santa’s Wildlife Express at Wildlife Prairie Park, and holiday markets with activities like crafts and photos with Santa.