Happy Holidays in Scottsdale
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Enjoy the Warmth of the Holidays
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Family Events
There's fun for the whole family in Scottsdale. Check out our calendar of family friendly events in our Kids Event Calendar. Be sure to search for in the time period you'll be in Scottsdale.
Eat, Drink and Be Merry
Nothing completes a night of holiday sight seeing like sharing a dinner with your loved ones. Check out our Scottsdale dining section to find a restaurant that's just your style.
Scottsdale is a winter wonderland distinguished by warm sunny days and crisp clear nights that glow with the spirit of the holiday season. And with a host of fun and festive events happening throughout the city, there's something for everyone! Listen to live music and stroll the candlelit trails of the Desert Botanical Garden during Las Noches de Las Luminarisas. Take a ride on "The Polar Express" with Grand Canyon Railway. Or spend a hilarious evening with "Sister's Christmas Catechism" at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts as the city's favorite "nun" solves the mystery of the Magi's missing gold. Join us in Scottsdale for a holiday season the entire family will enjoy!
Polar ExpressNov. 13, 2009 - Jan. 15, 2010
Times: departure times vary. Please visit website for departure times
Location: Grand Canyon Railway
Admission: please visit www.thetrain.com for pricing
ZoolightsNov. 27, 2009 - Jan. 11 2010
Times: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Location: The Phoenix Zoo
Admission: Free with Zoo Admission
"Sister's Christmas Catechism: The Mystery of the Magi's Gold"Dec. 1-27, 2009
Location: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Admission: $31 - $38
Scottsdale Fantasy of LightsDec. 4, 2009 - Jan 2, 2010
Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale
Admission: $12/car Mon & Tues, $15/car Wed-Sun
Las Noches de Las LuminariasDec. 10-30, 2009
Times: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Desert Botanical Garden
Admission: General Public: $25 / Children: $12.50 / Under 3: Free
Holiday Lights at McCormick-Stillman Railroad ParkDec. 11, 2009 - Jan. 2, 2010
Times: 6:30 – 9:00pm
Location: McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
Admission: Train rides: $2.00 / Carousel rides: $1.00 each
The Comedy Spot Show - New Years, T.A. Burrows!Dec. 18-20, 2009
Times: 7:00, 8:00pm, & 10:00pm
Location: The Comedy Spot
Admission: $10-$12
Windham Hill's Winter Solstice: Night Sky EssaysDec. 19, 2009
Times: 8 pm
Location: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Admission: $32 - $39
Holidays at the Heard MuseumDec. 26-31, 2009
Times: 9:30am - 5:00pm
Location: Heard Museum
Admission: Free with Museum Admission
Insight BowlDec. 31, 2009
Times: 4:00 pm
Location: ASU Sun Devil Stadium Tempe, AZ
Admission: $22 - $37
Fiesta Bowl Block PartyDec. 31, 2009
Times: 5:00 pm – 12:30 am
Location: Mill Avenue District & Tempe Beach Park
Admission: $20
Rawhide's New Year's Eve BashDec. 31, 2009
Times: 9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Location:Rawhide
Admission: Adults: $40, Kids $20 (12 & Under)
ArabHorse.com New Year's Arabian Farm TourDec. 31, 2009 - Jan. 2, 2010
Times: Times Vary
Location: Locations Vary
Admission: Free
Take advantage of one of these holiday packages offered by Scottsdale resorts and hotels:
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Resort Reward
2/2 - 4/30 InterContinental Montelucia Resort & SpaThis winter, experience the joy of new discoveries at the luxurious InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa. Expansive skies, mountain vistas and days of sunshine are just the start. The more nights you stay, the more you can discover - whether locally-grown heirloom produce crafted into award-winning menu items at Prado restaurant, a spa experience that will transport you to another world while channeling the warmth and magic of Morocco, or just discovering more of yourself or a loved one while taking in sunset views from your private terrace or anywhere on the 30-acre beautifully landscaped grounds - endless activities, inspirations and discoveries await you at Scottsdale's newest luxury resort.
Stay 3 nights and enjoy a $300 resort credit , stay 4 nights and enjoy a $400 resort credit, or stay 5+ nights and enjoy a $500 resort credit. Rates from $279. Upgrade to a suite and receive 10,000 Priority Club points for the stay. -
5% off Any Papillon Grand Canyon Tour!
1/7 - 6/30 Papillon Grand Canyon HelicoptersEnjoy an additional 5% off the already deeply discounted prices for any tour at our website. Enter coupon code SCVB at check out to redeem the 5% discount.
Offer only valid with online purchase. Coupon code can not be redeemed for bookings made over the phone.
The concierges at the Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau visitor centers are here to help you make the most of your Scottsdale experience. With access to hundreds of Scottsdale CVB members in the hospitality industry, our destination experts can help you find restaurants, golf courses, recreation options, shopping venues and more. They can also provide up-to-the-minute information on other exciting activities taking place during your stay.
Contact us today for help in planning your upcoming trip to Scottsdale, or request a copy of our free Experience Scottsdale Destination Guide:
- Phone: 800-782-1117
- Email: visitorinformation@scottsdalecvb.com
- Chat
Or, make plans to visit one of our visitor centers while in town. You can talk with our helpful staff and pick up collateral from any one of our hundreds of members.
Galleria Corporate Centre
4343 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 170
Downtown Scottsdale
4248 N. Craftsman Ct., Ste. 200
Scottsdale Fashion Square
(located at the concierge desk)
7014 E. Camelback Rd.
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