Arizona's Christmas City

Enjoy the Christmas Season from Thanksgiving to MLK Day

Prescott Arizona

In 1989, then Governor, Rose Mofford, designated Prescott as Arizona’s Christmas City because of our festive lighting ceremony, But, the festivities don't begin and end with just one event. Prescott celebrates with lights, music, and festive flair from November-January. Once you see it, you’ll understand why Prescott is Arizona’s Christmas City! Plan your next Prescott experience around the holidays.

Why is Prescott Arizona's Christmas City?

Although we could go on about why our lovely town deserves this distinguished title, here are some simple facts that will leave you wanting to experience it for yourself:

  • Every year we celebrate the holiday season with dozens of different events carrying the celebration from Thanksgiving all the way to MLK Jr. Day.

  • We have charming Christmas traditions dating back to the 1950s.

  • There is an event for everyone, ranging from watching the Acker Musical Showcase to racing in the Santa Run, meeting Santa at the Phippen Museum during Cowboy Christmas, and our Jingle Bar Hop Holiday Pub Crawl.
  • We provide a Christmas in Color experience to people who are color blind through complimentary Enchroma colorblind glasses. 
  • Numerous remarks to Prescott being a "Hallmark Christmas Town".
  • Finally, Santa LOVES Prescott!

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