Illustration of a snowy town square with a lit Christmas tree, families in scarves and a snowman (Miracle of the Roses Celebration)

Miracle of the Roses Celebration

The pageant honors Our Lady of Guadalupe with a theatrical reenactment depicting the appearances of the Virgin Mary to Juan Diego on Tepeyac Hill. Actors perform the play on a stage constructed inside the historic church. Following the performance, attendees gather on the Mission grounds for light refreshments.

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When

Hours

4 PM.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Old Town Scottsdale

Food & Drink

Light refreshments are served on the Mission grounds immediately after the performance.

Going?

Location

Old Adobe Mission · 3817 N. Brown Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and visitors interested in catholic and guadalupe traditions

Vibe

Reverent and theatrical

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Stay after the performance if you would like to have the light refreshments served on the Mission grounds.
  • The reenactment focuses on the appearances of the Virgin Mary to Juan Diego, so the story provides context for the pageant.
  • The performance takes place on a stage inside the Mission; refreshments follow outdoors on the Mission grounds.
  • The pageant is an annual event held on the second Saturday of December.

Links & Contact

Run by City of Scottsdale Tourism & Events

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Frequently Asked Questions

What story does the pageant portray?

It reenacts the appearances of the Virgin Mary to Juan Diego on Tepeyac Hill, an event known as the Miracle of the Roses.

Are refreshments available?

Light refreshments are served on the Mission grounds immediately after the performance.

Who performs in the play?

Actors perform the pageant inside the Mission.

How often is the pageant held?

The pageant takes place at the Mission on the second Saturday of December each year.

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