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Visit Phoenix ZooLights, it’s for All Ages

The Zoo at night? It's the best time this Holiday Season to visit the Phoenix Zoo for ZooLights. Get ready for four million lights with illuminating displays including Wildlife Lanterns and the tallest floating tree in North America. It's not just … [Read more...] about Visit Phoenix ZooLights, it’s for All Ages

36th Annual APS Electric Light Parade this Weekend

The Holiday Season in Phoenix officially begins this weekend when the APS Electric Light Parade rolls down Central Avenue. Lights, festivities, colorful floats, and cocoa, this celebration can't be missed. Gather family and friends and head down … [Read more...] about 36th Annual APS Electric Light Parade this Weekend

Best Deals at Christmas Tree Lots for 2023, updated with more deals

Phoenix is ready to deck those halls with boughs of holly and festive real Christmas trees, around which lasting memories are sure to be made. But which Valley tree lots have the best deals? Phoenix on the Cheap has composed a list of locations … [Read more...] about Best Deals at Christmas Tree Lots for 2023, updated with more deals

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Don’t Miss the Phoenix Pizza Fest this Weekend

Indulge in delicious hot pizza under a gorgeous Phoenix fall afternoon at the fun and frivolous Phoenix Pizza Fest this weekend. The 8th annual Phoenix Pizza Fest features more than 20 pizza makers slinging dough by the slice or by the pie. The … [Read more...] about Don’t Miss the Phoenix Pizza Fest this Weekend

Time to Plan for the Man: Where to Visit Santa this Year, 2023

Ho! Ho! Ho! Ready for Santa? It's time to make a plan to see the man in red this month. Most shopping centers and a host of other locations in the Valley are welcoming Santa this year. Book your visit with Santa and a photo session in advance. Click … [Read more...] about Time to Plan for the Man: Where to Visit Santa this Year, 2023

Santa’s Wonderland begins this Weekend at Bass Pro Shops

Santa will be cruising into the Valley of the Sun this Saturday on a red boat pulled by a white Toyota Tundra truck to officially kick off Santa’s Wonderland, the ultimate FREE family Christmas event, at Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s. Families are … [Read more...] about Santa’s Wonderland begins this Weekend at Bass Pro Shops

Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat Bash in Scottsdale

As the moon rises and shadows play, gather 'round for a night of spooky soiree. If you're close to a child with autism, you know how typical holiday events can be so very overwhelming to them. No worries, there's a celebration just for you and the … [Read more...] about Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat Bash in Scottsdale

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