Celebrate the holiday season in Scottsdale, Arizona, with family travel. Despite the warm temperatures, Scottsdale offers plenty of festive fun for the entire family. Check out these holiday events during your visit.
Head to Kierland Commons Mall for story time with Mrs. Claus Dec. 14. This event also includes live entertainment and fun prizes from Shake Shack.
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Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale hosts a special cookie-decorating class for kids, led by the property’s executive pastry chef. The event takes place Dec. 15.
Royal Palms Resort & Hotel hosts brunch and dinner on Christmas Day, with fixed price and á la carte options.
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Visit Desert Botanical Garden through Dec. 30 for its 45th annual holiday event. Stroll through holiday light displays and delight in festive entertainment.
Old Town Scottsdale’s holiday entertainment event returns for its ninth year. Open through Dec. 31, this experience features a holiday market, tree-lighting ceremonies, holiday movie nights, visits with Santa, sing-a-longs and more.
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Fairmont Scottsdale Princess transforms into a winter wonderland for its annual Christmas at The Princess celebration. Open now through Jan. 4, highlights of the event include a 120-foot Ferris wheel, visits with Santa, outdoor ice-skating rink and holiday treats.
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