Whether you’re in need of a unique gift or some local love this holiday season, Downtown Phoenix has a free event for you. From free movie nights and trivia, to visits with Santa and live holiday performances, we’ve got your guide to an all-inclusive list of holiday events in DTPHX. Jazz in the Park @ CityScape Swing by Patriots Park at CityScape in Downtown Phoenix, … [More]
Avondale Celebrates WinterFest, Dec. 2
Avondale turns into a winter wonderland on Saturday, December 2, with a visit from Santa, inflatable play zone, train rides, annual tree lighting ceremony, crafts, an exhibitor’s alley, eight food trucks, and the premiere of the Avondazzle Holiday Light Display. This free, family-fun holiday event takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Avondale Civic Center, located at 11465 W … [More]
Spirits of Mexico Culture & Tourism Festival This Weekend
This weekend, the Spirits of Mexico Culture & Tourism Festival is happening in Downtown Phoenix. This inaugural event is your chance to taste the exotic Sotol, an emerging spirit from the Chihuahua Desert, and Agave Spirits Mezcal and tequila, sway to the rhythm of Mexican music, immerse yourself in Chihuahua culture & tourism opportunities, and so much more! Event … [More]
Feel the Glow! Experience Scottsdale Begins Its Holiday Happenings
Feel the Glow! From Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve, Scottsdale is aglow with seasonal cheer. You’ll see it in our dazzling holiday light displays, resort winter wonderlands and sunny Sonoran Desert days that are perfect for outdoor fun and adventure. Whether you’re looking for a family celebration with all the trimmings or a cozy … [More]
The Phoenix Theatre’s ELF Spreads Christmas Cheer
ELF! A comedic confection that will make you want to spread Christmas cheer by singing loud for all to hear. When Buddy, a stowaway orphan turned would-be elf, realizes he’s a larger-than-average human, a journey unfolds to find his birth father and true identity. Although New York City and his family unveil some harsh realities, Buddy’s heartfelt … [More]
Scottsdale Arts Embraces the Holiday Spirit with a Festive December Lineup
This December, Scottsdale Arts presents a dynamic lineup of events and holiday performances. Kicking off with “Assisted Living The Musical®: The HOME for the Holidays” and “Jane Lynch’s A Swingin’ Little Christmas” on Dec. 14, the festivities continue with a Holiday Edition Trivia Night at SMoCA and a “Merry-Achi Christmas,” offering an array of joyous experiences for … [More]
Winter Wanderland Brings Wonderment and Holiday Cheer to Downtown Phoenix
Hosted by Downtown Phoenix Inc., Winter Wanderland transforms Downtown Phoenix into a holiday storybook setting with free holiday performances, colorful holiday lights and décor, delicious food, drinks and merriment. Multiple locations throughout Downtown Phoenix will participate in this free event on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Each activation is within … [More]
Festival of the Arts 2023 Is Here, Saturday, Nov. 18
Celebrate the arts in our community! Featuring performances, dance, live music, hands-on activities for kids, vendor market, food, artist demos, beer & wine garden, and more! FREE ADMISSION! Festival of the Arts 2023 Schedule of Events We will be live-streaming the event all day! Saturday, November 18, 11:00am to 6:00pm Herberger Theater Center View … [More]
12th Annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships Returns Nov. 4 to WestWorld of Scottsdale
"Polo for the Masses," the 12th Annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships: Presented by Talking Stick Resort returns Saturday, November 4th to the polo fields at WestWorld of Scottsdale with a star-studded line-up of polo players, never before seen elements, and a chance to witness some of the most exciting polo matches ever played in Scottsdale. **Members of the media are … [More]
A Change of the Seasons: Downtown Phoenix Theaters Announce New Shows for 2023-2024
The seasons are changing in Downtown Phoenix. In the air and on the stage. After a tumultuous pandemic that left many Downtown Phoenix theaters with uncertain futures, today, the Downtown Phoenix arts and culture scene is thriving. Just recently, the Americans for the Arts released a study that showed Arizona’s nonprofit arts and culture industry generated … [More]






















