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A Newsletter of the Tatum Highlands Community Association

HOLIDAY EVENTS

Updated: 3 days ago

by Karen Blue



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Zoolights at the Phoenix Zoo

November 26, 2025 – January 16, 2026

Whether you visit ZooLights every year, or you’re starting a brand-new family tradition, the Phoenix Zoo has everything you need to celebrate the season. Embrace the holiday spirit as more than four million twinkling lights transform the Phoenix Zoo into a winter wonderland with over two miles of glimmering tree-lined trails, dozens of life-like animal lanterns and the tallest floating tree in North America, featuring an all-new light show. Relax by the firepit while

enjoying s’mores and hot cocoa, swing into fun at the Glow Garden, get your photo with Santa and create lasting holiday memories at the Phoenix Zoo. For more information:


Desert Botanical Garden Las Noches De Las Luminarias

November 28 – December 30, 2025

Experience the magic of the season with glowing luminaria paths, sparkling lights, live

entertainment and festive treats. Plus, be captivated by Framerate: Desert Pulse for an

immersive Sonoran Desert holiday like never before. To purchase tickets: vividseats.com/lasnoches-

de-las-luminarias-tickets/performer/209889


Scottsdazzle Holiday Extravaganza

November 29 – December 31, 2025

Scottsdazzle is the area’s signature holiday event. Don’t miss out as the city of Scottsdale

blankets Old Town with even more seasonal cheer and events to help residents and visitors

celebrate in style all the way into the New Year. Holiday spirit comes to life with seasonal

décor and sparkling lights twinkling merrily along the streets. Experience the West’s Most

Western Town in a whole new way by discovering the best in dining, shopping, and so many

incredible events. For more information: scottsdazzle.com/


Mesa Temple Christmas Lights and International Nativity Display

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November 28 – December 30, 2025

The Mesa Temple Christmas Lights return in 2025 from 5 to 10 p.m. each evening from Friday,

Nov. 28, through Tuesday, Dec. 30. Come and enjoy a wonderful feeling of peace and view

beautiful displays that celebrate the birth of Jesus at the Mesa Temple & Visitors’ Center. See

the Christmas lights and feel the spirit of Christmas at the International Nativity Display. All

activities are open to the public, free of charge, and family-friendly. For more information:


Christmas at Schnepf Farms

November 28 – December 28, 2025

Christmas has come to Schnepf Farms! Experience a winter wonderland like no other with

seasonal food, fun and festivities for the whole family. Catch a ride on the World of Illumination

Express, hop on a hayride to visit Rudolph or journey through Santa’s magic workshop.

Whatever you choose, it’s all happening at Schnepf Farms, Queen Creek. For more


The Tianyu Lights Festival

October 24, 2025 – January 4, 2026

The Tianyu Lights Festival, an enchanting nighttime walk-through experience for all ages that

brings nature and art together through awe-inspiring visual, cultural, and light effects, is coming

to the Valley for the first time ever from Oct. 26, 2025 to Jan. 4, 2026. Camelback Ranch –

Glendale. For more information: tianyuculture.us/phoenix



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December 14-21, 2025 – Nightly Menorah Lighting @ 5:30 pm @ Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion

in Carefree

This is an outdoor event with enhanced security measures in place. LIVE streaming also

available on selected nights. For more information: chanukahincarefree.com/


Desert Farm Lights

November 21 – December 28, 2025

Desert Farm Lights, the West Valley’s premiere walkable holiday light installation, is returning

with expanded entertainment offerings for 2025. The family-friendly festive event will occur

daily from Nov. 21 until Dec. 28, and will feature hands-on activities like ice skating, a

Christmas ornament workshop, wagon and train rides, jolly food offerings, live entertainment

and much more! Be dazzled by one million Christmas lights and the magic of the holiday

season. Justice Brothers Ranch, Waddell. https://www.desertfarmlights.com/


DRIVE-THROUGH HOLIDAY LIGHTS

World of Illumination, the producer of the world’s largest drive-through animated light show,

presents two drive-through locations this year, Glendale and Tempe. Featuring millions of

colorful lights synced to your favorite festive tunes, enjoy a mesmerizing event that will rock

your holidays. The best part is that you can experience it from the warmth of your car. Just

stock your car with snacks and treats and enjoy the 25-35 minute drive


World of Illumination Cosmic Sleigh Ride-Desert Diamond Casino, Glendale

November 14, 2025 – January 4, 2026

World of Illumination Rockin' Christmas-Tempe Diablo Stadium, Tempe

November 14, 2025 - January 4, 2026


For Even MORE Holiday Events visit: visitphoenix.com/events/annual-events/holidayevents/

 
 
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