Scottsdale Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Scottsdale and surrounding areas
Scottsdale gears up for the festive season with Christmas markets and holiday activities centered in Old Town and along the Fashion Square corridor for Christmas 2025. Events such as Scottsdazzle Holiday Festival and Christmas at The Princess bring Holiday lights tours, festive shopping, and family-friendly attractions to the Valley. Explore Scottsdale Waterfront and the Civic Center Park for seasonal entertainment, holiday attractions, and cozy markets that pair local artisans with live music.
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Christmas Lights
29 eventsValley's favorite holiday tradition with new lights and lanterns.
Christmas Markets
14 eventsMonth-long holiday celebration in Old Town Scottsdale
Christmas Shows
13 eventsGrammy-nominated mariachi ensemble performing holiday favorites.
Other Christmas Activities
28 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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Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade
(Tempe)
Boats decorated with holiday lights on Tempe Town Lake.
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World of Illumination Presents Cosmic Sleighride
Intergalactic drive-through holiday light show.
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Christmas in the Park 2025
(Surprise)
Free immersive Christmas Story reenactment with snow.
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Pratt Brothers Christmas at Rawhide
(Chandler)
Over 7 million lights and a gingerbread house light show.
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Christmas Parties Near Scottsdale
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Scottsdale.
Bar Blitzen Holiday Pop-Up
Bar Blitzen, the popular holiday pop-up, returns to Gilbert and Tempe from November...
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Get ready to sleigh the holiday season at the Sippin' Santas Pub Crawl...
View full details →Christmas Giving Opportunities Near Scottsdale
Give back this holiday season with volunteering and charitable opportunities in Scottsdale.
Santa's Workshop
This ministry is dedicated to providing essential Christmas gifts to individuals and families...
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Scottsdale Christmas FAQ
Christmas at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess and ZooLights at the Phoenix Zoo are among the largest and most popular holiday events, drawing visitors from across the region with elaborate light displays and family activities.
Scottsdale blends desert charm with festive traditions, offering events like luminaria nights, outdoor ice skating, and neighborhood light tours that highlight the city’s distinctive Southwestern holiday spirit.
Areas like N. 74th Way & E. Rose Garden Lane, Kings Avenue, and other residential pockets are known for impressive home displays—driving through these neighborhoods is a local holiday tradition.
Downtown Scottsdale, community centers, and seasonal pop-ups often host holiday markets featuring local artisans, crafts, and food—check local event guides for current listings.
Neighborhood light tours, downtown strolls, and community tree lightings are excellent free options. Many markets and outdoor displays also offer low-cost or donation-based entry.
ZooLights, the Princess Express Train at the Fairmont, and holiday markets with crafts and Santa visits are especially popular with families, offering interactive fun for all ages.