Top 5 Kid- Friendly Holiday Events in Arizona
Christmas is truly a magical time for kids. These 5 events are the perfect way to create lifelong memories during this joyous season.
5. Carefree Christmas Festival
Where: Downtown Carefree, just north of Scottsdale
What: An Electric Light Parade, holiday fireworks, kid’s play zone, holiday gift market, and live holiday music and dance performances
When: Until December 23, 2017
Cost: Free
4. Illumination Symphony of Light
Where: 27701 N Black Canyon Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85085
What: Drive through millions of lights synchronized to the melodies of classic holiday music to arrive at Holiday Boulevard, which features food vendors and kids’ activities.
When: Until January 14th, 2018
Cost: $29.50 per vehicle in advance, $35 at the event
3. The North Pole Experience
Where: Flagstaff, AZ
What: A sneak peek into Santa’s workshop with a journey that begins with a trolley ride for the Little America Hotel straight to the North Pole forest, complete with a tour of Santa’s mail room, toy factory, Mrs. Claus’ Bakery, and Elf University.
Cost: $49 for children and $55 for adults
2. The Polar Express Train Tour
Where: Williams, AZ
What: a 1.5 hour round trip train ride from the Williams Depot to the North Pole with the Grand Canyon Tour Company. Children will be read the classic story as the events unfold before their eyes; all while you enjoy hot cocoa, cookies, and a special visit from Santa and his reindeer.
When: Until January 6, 2018
Cost: $31-$56 for children and $41-$75 for adults, depending on the date
1. Ballet Arizona’s “The Nutcracker”
Where: Phoenix Symphony Hall. 75 N 2nd St., Phoneix, AZ 85004
What: A timeless holiday tradition for all ages- more than 150 performers, including Ballet Arizona’s nationally recognized dancers join forces with the Phoenix Symphony to bring this classic tale to life.
Cost: Tickets range for $39-$169
