Holiday Happenings

NORTH POLE EXPERIENCE

Now through Dec. 23
Little America Hotel (2515 E. Butler Ave. in Flagstaff)
480-779-9679
northpoleexperience.com

Take a trolley ride to the North Pole and arrive at Santa’s workshop. Build toys with elves, enjoy hot cocoa with Mrs. Claus and visit with Santa. Tickets cost $33-$55.

CHRISTMAS THIEVES: A SMALL TOWN RADIO PLAY

Dec. 5-7, 13-15
Sedona United Methodist Church (110 Indian Cliffs Road)
860-705-9711
Go2ETC.org

Emerson Theater Collaborative, in cooperation with the City of Sedona, Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots, Accord Hospice and Sedona United Methodist Church have all banded together to produce three different holiday-themed plays throughout December. In “Christmas Thieves,” radio host Bjorn Gundlarrsen’s Christmas Eve show plans have gone awry. How will he save the broadcast? Tickets cost $25 per person. Tickets for seniors and students cost $20.

SEDONA’S TREE LIGHTING & SANTA VISIT

Dec. 6, 5-7 p.m.
Tlaquepaque North (313 AZ-179)
928-282-4838
tlaq.com

Live music and seasonal refreshments culminate in the lighting of the town’s Christmas tree and a visit from St. Nick.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

Dec. 7, 8-10 a.m.
Sedona Hub (525 Posse Ground Road at Posse Grounds Park)
928-282-7098
sedonaaz.gov

Eat a hot breakfast, make crafts or pet pony reindeer and get a picture with Santa Claus. This event is free of charge.

65TH ANNUAL COTTONWOOD CHRISTMAS PARADE

Dec. 7, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Verde Valley Fairgrounds
in Old Town Cottonwood
928-634-7593
cottonwoodchamberaz.org

Floats and marching bands celebrate the holiday season in Cottonwood.

26TH ANNUAL CHOCOLATE WALK

Dec. 7, 3-7 p.m.
Main Street in Old Town Cottonwood
928-340-2740
oldtown.org

Meander through Main Street tasting handmade chocolates from merchants Old Town Cottonwood. Tickets cost $25 each.

OLD TOWN LIGHT SHOW

Dec. 7, 5:30 p.m.
Main Street in Old Town Cottonwood
928-340-2740
oldtown.org

Enjoy a light show featuring holiday music.

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR & PARADE OF LIGHTS

Dec. 14, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Community Center Gym (51 E. Hollamon St.) and Main Street in Camp Verde
928-554-0828
visitcampverde.com

Shop at the craft bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and spend the evening watching a parade along Main Street that kicks off at 6 p.m.

CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK

Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sedona Heritage Museum (735 Jordan Road in Uptown)
928-282-7038
sedonamuseum.org

The museum open house features hot cider and cookies, vintage décor and a tumbleweed “snowman.”

LOVING BOWLS

Dec. 14, noon – 3 p.m.
Sedona Arts Center (15 Art Barn Road in Uptown)
928-282-3809
sedonaartscenter.org

Choose from more than 1,500 bowls handcrafted by local potters to benefit area nonprofits. The bowls cost $10 each. Everyone who makes a purchase will also enjoy chili, bread and dessert.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL READING

Dec. 14, 3-4 p.m.
Sedona Heritage Museum (735 Jordan Road in Uptown)
928-282-7038
sedonamuseum.org

Performer Michael Peach will read the Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol” in front of the fire in the historic Jordan House. A donation of a nonperishable food item for the Sedona Community Food Bank is requested.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Dec. 14, 3-8 p.m.
Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village (336 AZ-179)
928-282-4838
tlaq.com

When the bell tower chimes at 5 p.m., more than 6,000 luminarias will be lit along Tlaquepaque’s cobblestone walkways and courtyards. The afternoon includes live music, free cider and a visit
from Santa Claus.

VORA FINANCIAL HOLIDAY PARADE OF LIGHTS

Dec. 14, 6-8 p.m.
Downtown Flagstaff
928-774-4505
flagstaffchamber.com

Businesses, organizations and individuals create floats that light up downtown Flagstaff.

HOLIDAY SWEET STROLL

Dec. 21, 3-7 p.m.
Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village (336 AZ-179)
928-282-4838
tlaq.com

Sample sweet treats at each boutique. Carolers dressed in Dickens-era duds belt out traditional holiday songs. Attendees also can enjoy giveaways and discounts.

ESTEBAN’S HOLIDAY MUSIC SPECIAL

Dec. 21, 7 p.m.
Sound Bites Grill (101 N. AZ-89A at The Shops at Hyatt Piñon Pointe)
928-282-2713
soundbitesgrill.com

Listen to a performance by master guitarist Esteban along with his daughter, violinist Teresa Joy, in an up-close-and personal concert. Call venue for ticket prices.

CHANNUKAH MENORAH LIGHTING

Dec. 22, 5:30 p.m.
Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts
Village (336 AZ-179)
928-282-4838
tlaq.com

Feast on latkes, donuts and hot chocolate while the menorah is lit on the first night of Channukah. Judah the Maccabee will be there to take photos with the kids and hand out gelt.