As September approaches, the holiday family travel season will soon be upon us, and JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa recently announced the return of its Jingle at JW Desert Ridge this upcoming holiday season, kicking off Nov. 21 and running through Jan. 3, 2026.
“The inaugural year of Jingle at JW was overwhelmingly embraced by our guests and local community, and we can’t wait to show everyone what we have in store for season two,” said Paige Lund, general manager, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa. “The holidays are all about tradition, and we were honored that so many families chose to make Jingle at JW Desert Ridge part of theirs. We’ve kept the things our guests loved and added a whole new flurry of festive fun. Our goal is to create a joyful, must-do holiday experience that gets bigger and brighter every year.”
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New attractions this year include snow tubing and the Lazy River Holiday Light Stroll, where guests wander an illuminated waterway at AquaRidge WaterPark. Returning favorites from last year will also be on the lineup, with offerings like Jingle Jump, a playground featuring gingerbread-themed bounce houses and more; ice skating under the desert sky; Arizona Snowbowl Virtual Ski; Sugar Chalet, offering holiday-inspired sweets; the gingerbread house display; gondola and Santa’s Sleigh photo opportunities; Hanukkah celebrations Dec.14–22; and the Après Ski Pop-Up Bar.
Additional activities will be on sale in the coming months, including:
- Jingle Snowball Toss
- Gingerbread Decorating Corner
- Secret Santa Scavenger Hunt
- Holiday Breakfast with Mrs. Claus (select dates)
- Private Fire Tables
© JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
More attractions will be announced later this year. This year, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa will offer a single ticket price to Jingle at JW, which includes access to all festive activities and the ability to enhance a visit with exclusive adventures. The Jingle Experience Pass starts at $29 on weekdays and $35 on weekends.
Book now as the resort offers the Jingle All The Way package, including guestroom accommodations, four Jingle Experience Passes, a $50 resort credit, and complimentary self-parking for one vehicle. Book by Oct. 31, for stays from Nov. 21 through Jan. 2. Families can soon make their stay more memorable by booking an exclusive Christmas Magic Suite, transformed with trees, twinkling lights, garland and elegant Christmas décor.
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