Our Ultimate Holiday Event Guide

Embark on a festive journey with loved ones in Mesa, where the holiday spirit comes alive with an array of winter delights. Dive into the magic of family-friendly festivals and be sure to explore the enchantment of Merry Main Street. The season is aglow with joy, and don't forget to catch the dazzling lights – it's a winter wonderland waiting for you in Mesa!

Mesa Arizona Temple, Phoenix Zoo, Desert Botanical Garden, Mesa Arts Center, Town of Queen Creek Arizona, Downtown Mesa Association, Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona, Mesa City Plaza, Vertuccio Farms

• Mesa Arizona Temple in Mesa, United States

  
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  For more than four decades, the lighting of the Mesa Arizona Temple gardens has been a favorite holiday tradition for the Valley. The free event, featuring the nativity story with hundreds of thousands of lights, and has grown to become one of the largest Christmas lighting displays in the Southwest.

• Phoenix Zoo in Phoenix, United States

  
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  Shining bigger and brighter than ever with nearly four million lights, hundreds of dazzling displays, brand new Wildlife Lanterns and the return of the tallest floating tree in North America showcasing ORIGINAL music and a synchronized light show! The adventure doesn’t stop there – visit the enhanced s’mores station, swing into the season in our interactive Glow Garden and wind your way through the immersive 200-foot-long light tunnel! And of course, Santa will make his way to the Zoo for photo ops as well!

• Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, United States

  
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  The Desert Botanical Gardens are beautiful on their own, but this holiday season brings even more beauty with the dazzling lights of Las Noches de Las Luminarias. A spread of twinkling holiday lights creates a desert wonderland, perfect for enjoying the holiday season with friends and family. This event also brings musical performances, entertainment and holiday treats.

• Mesa Arts Center in Mesa, United States

  
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  Let Clara's magical journey surround you as she encounters life-size mice, swirling snowflakes, dancing confections and the Sugar Plum Fairy. A feast for the eyes and ears with colorful costumes paired with Tchaikovsky's original score, Ballet Etudes' Nutcracker is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with the entire family. Performance Schedule: Sat 12/9 at 1:00pm and 4:30pm Sun 12/10 at 3:00pm Sat 12/16 at 2:00pm and 7:00pm Sun 12/17 at 3:00pm

• Town of Queen Creek Arizona, United States

  
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  Queen Creek’s hometown holiday event is happening on Saturday, December 2nd, 2023! This event is free to attend. It features a parade, tree lighting ceremony, live entertainment by talented locals, free photos with Santa, a kid’s zone, food and commercial vendors & more! Bring the whole family and start the holiday season off right! The festival takes place from 2PM-6:30PM on Saturday and the parade begins at 3:30PM with the tree lighting ceremony at 6PM.

• Downtown Mesa Association in Mesa, United States

  
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  Discover the joy of holiday shopping at the Downtown Mesa Holiday Sunset Market. This festive market is a treasure trove of unique finds from local vendors. From sparkling jewelry to charming home decor, immerse yourself in the holiday spirit as you browse through a variety of stalls, each offering something special and unique for your holiday needs in Mesa.

• Hale Centre Theatre - Arizona, United States

  
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  Enjoy Hale Centre Theatre’s heart-warming rendition of Dicken’s classic tale: A Christmas Carol. Bring friends or family and join in on the holiday festivities. Enjoy Christmas carols, beautiful costumes and notable characters that bring such a traditional Christmas story to life.

• Mesa City Plaza in Mesa, United States

  
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  Celebrate the holiday season in Downtown Mesa! Enjoy the Winter Wonderland Ice Skating Rink, visits with Santa, Jack Frost's Food Truck Forest, the Mesa Santa Express and special events throughout the holiday season.

• Vertuccio Farms in Mesa, United States

  
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  Wander through a 10-acre light attraction, marveling at sparkling lights which are synchronized to the beats of iconic holiday tunes. Along with this picturesque scenery, Lights at the Farm offers a variety of thrilling activities and events. Dive into memorable festivities that showcase a jolly atmosphere on a farm.