Holidays

Spend the Holidays in Tempe, Arizona

Spend the Holidays in Tempe, Arizona

It’s the most wonderful time of year for cozy sweaters, hot cocoa, twinkling lights and beloved holiday and Christmas events in Tempe, Arizona. We invite visitors and residents to enjoy the holiday season with festive fun. Christmas shopping excursions, outdoor patio dining and magical events are all happening in Tempe.
 
Fantasy of Lights Parade & Holiday Market

Nov 24

Fantasy of Lights Street Parade

Downtown Tempe

November 24, 2023

A holiday tradition enjoyed by generations — the Downtown Tempe Fantasy of Lights Street Parade features a tree lighting ceremony, live entertainment, Santa photos and so much more!

Las Noches de las Luminarias at DBG

Nov 24 - Dec 30

Las Noches de las Luminarias

Desert Botanical Garden

November 24, 2023 - December 30, 2023

Experience the beauty of Las Noches de las Luminarias this holiday season with 8,000 flickering luminarias and twinkling lights throughout the Desert Botanical Garden.

two couples walking on the streets at the Tempe Festival of the Arts

Dec 1 - Dec 3

Tempe Fall Festival of the Arts

Downtown Tempe

December 1, 2023 - December 3, 2023

The Tempe Festival of the Arts offers visitors a distinct shopping experience each fall and spring in Downtown Tempe. More than 300 artist booths line Mill Avenue and the surrounding streets presenting unique, and hand-made artwork.

LES MISÉRABLES at ASU Gammage

Dec 5 - Dec 10

LES MISÉRABLES at ASU Gammage

ASU Gammage

December 5, 2023 - December 10, 2023

Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, LES MISÉRABLES.

Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade

Dec 9

Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade at Tempe Town Lake

Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park

December 9, 2023

The Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade at Tempe Town Lake is the Valley's most unique holiday event and celebrated tradition. Enjoy holiday shopping, festive eats and treats, a dazzling boat parade.

THE WIZ at ASU Gammage in Tempe, AZ

Jan 2 - Jan 7

THE WIZ at ASU Gammage

ASU Gammage

January 2, 2024 - January 7, 2024

The highly anticipated Broadway revival of THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Pre-Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years.

 
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