When someone typically thinks of the holidays, their mind may instantly think of snow-covered areas. While Scottsdale may not be your typical snow-covered city that reminds you of the holidays, it is still a great place to celebrate Christmas. Scottsdale is home to a variety of unique holiday events along with thrilling winter activities. A vacation to Scottsdale for winter will be one you will never forget. Here is how you can celebrate Christmas in Scottsdale this year:
Catch the Trans-Siberian Orchestra
if you are a rock and roll lover, you know that the holidays do not officially start until Trans-Siberian Orchestra is on tour. This progressive rock group is known for their incredible concerts that feature dazzling light shows and classic holiday songs with a rock and roll twist. The whole family is invited to their special performances that will take place this holiday season. Catch the Trans-Siberian Orchestra at the Footprint Center in Phoenix on December 5th at 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Don’t miss out on their incredible performances that add all the energy to the holiday season.
Phoenix Holiday Zoo Lights
Another staple of the Scottsdale community is making a visit to the Phoenix Zoo for their annual Holiday Zoo Lights. From November 24th through January 15th the Phoenix Zoo will light up at night with incredible displays of Christmas lights. You will be able to walk around the zoo and see these beautiful displays in person. This all-ages event takes place daily from 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM for a wonderful experience that the kids will remember for years to come. In addition to walking the zoo guests can also participate in the drive-through area that was started last year due to the pandemic. Now guests have two different ways to experience the Holiday Zoo Lights! Don’t forget about the Zoo Move & Groove 5K taking place on January 16th, 2022 for any visitors who plan on having an extended stay in Scottsdale for the holidays.
9th Annual Christmas Lights Segway Tour
When you visit Scottsdale around the holidays, you will be amazed at the incredible holiday lights on display in Old Town. This historic neighborhood of Scottsdale is best known for its incredible night scene and restaurants. Segway of Scottsdale Tours will be offering their 9th consecutive Christmas Lights Tour that will take you all around Old Town. Saddle up on these two wheeled vehicles so you can explore Old Town from top to bottom seeing all of the local businesses lit up with holiday lights. Don’t miss out on this annual tradition for Scottsdale!
Old Town Christmas Bar Crawls
If you are looking for an evening of festive shenanigans, look no further than the holiday bar crawls taking place around the holidays in Scottsdale. The 4th Annual 12 Bars of Christmas Crawl will be taking place on Saturday December 11th from noon to 8:00 PM in Old Town. This holiday event encourages everyone to show up in their festive attire such as ugly sweaters, Santa suits, or even holiday onesies. The event starts at Riot House and has attendees checking out different bars featuring holiday drink specials and costume contests. Another fun event is the Scottsdale Santa Crawl in Old Town! This bar crawl has guests starting at Wasted Grain for a similar time of fun and excitement. These adults only events are a great way to enjoy drinks out with friends!
Hit the Golf Courses
The holidays are a great time to do something you probably can’t do back such as golf. This is one of the most popular pastimes here in Arizona, as we feature beautiful weather even in winter. You can hit the local golf courses even in the middle of winter and have clear skies. Scottsdale is also home to TopGolf, where you can find an exciting venue that lets you practice your swings while playing games and enjoying delicious food and drinks.
Go See the Holiday Lights at the Paradise & Pacific Railroad
Your family can see even more holiday lights around the holidays when you make a stop by Paradise and Pacific Railroad. Hop on for a trip along the train as you see the lights in person. Additional activities include having Santa on hand, free hot cocoa, a carousel, and much more. This all-ages activity is perfect for those looking for more traditional Christmas excitement during their visit to Scottsdale.
More Holiday Fun in Scottsdale
As you can see, the holiday fun awaiting you in Scottsdale will lead to an incredible stay. You can make the most of your Scottsdale journey by reserving one of our vacation rentals in the area. Expect to find luxury amenities and features inside each of these beautiful Scottsdale vacation rentals.
