Once again the Glendale Glitters celebration in Historic Downtown Glendale, Arizona will host thousands visitors who will start the holiday season off in style. Glendale Glitters events will take place between November 27, 2009 and January 16, 2010.
See Photos of the Glendale Glitters Holiday Celebration.
Glendale Glitters Holiday Light Display
Historic Downtown Glendale comes to life each holiday season with the addition of about 1.5 million multi-colored twinkling holiday lights located throughout a twelve-block area that includes the Old Towne and Catlin Court Districts. Arizona's Best Hometown Holiday tradition shines brightly from 6 to 10 p.m. all nights.Glendale Glitters Spectacular Weekend
November 27 and 28, 2009 from 5 to 10 p.m.The lights come on at 6 p.m. in the Municipal Complex Amphitheater just west of Murphy Park. Visitors will find multiple stages of entertainment, food, hand-crafted holiday gifts, a children’s winter wonderland, horse-drawn carriage rides, shopping and, of course, visits with Santa.
Free shuttles will run from the Glendale Community College parking lot, at 59th and Olive Avenues, between 4 and 10:30 p.m.
Glendale's Gingerbread Nights
Friday and Saturday, December 4 & 5, 2009 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.Glendale Glitters celebrates gingerbread and features a gingerbread house, a gingerbread building competition, both amateur and professional, as well as fairy tale performances and treats.
Glendale's Spirit of Giving
Friday and Saturday, December 11 & 12, 2009 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.This is a weekend dedicated to paying tribute to those organizations who make our community a better place to live. The City of Glendale, AZ is honoring and celebrating many non-profit organizations and companies that substantially give back to the Glendale community and Valleywide.
Glendale's Jingle Bells Rockin' Nights
Friday and Saturday, December 18 & 19, 2009 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.Downtown Glendale’s Murphy Park will be packed with music, lights and excitement. Entertainment will include performances of both holiday music and oldies you can dance to, as well as dance troupe performances.
Where is Glendale Glitters?
Historic Downtown Glendale is located just east and north of 59th and Glendale Avenues. This map will help you find downtown Glendale. There are more than 2,000 free parking spaces within a 10-minute walk. Additional free parking and shuttles are available at Glendale Community College, 59th and Olive Avenues, a five-minute ride away. Security will be provided at the shuttle lot. Handicapped parking is located in all parking areas and handicapped participants can be dropped off at 58th Drive and Glenn Drive.How much does it cost?
There is no admission charge for Glendale Glitters events.What is the Glendale Glitter & Glow Block Party?
January 16, 2010 from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.Admission and parking are free. More than 75,000 people will stroll the sidewalks of Historic Downtown Glendale and watch tethered balloons gently expand as pilots fire them up, enjoying more than a dozen bands and street performers for a finale to a festive season. Due to the extensive street closures required for the block party, parking in the downtown area will be very limited.
What if I have more questions about Glendale Glitters?
You can visit City of Glendale online or call 623-930-4500 for more information.See Photos of the Glendale Glitters Holiday Celebration
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Tree lightings, holiday lights, festivals, holiday music and entertainment, gift guides and holiday travel tips -- find them all at the Christmas Holidays Guide for Greater Phoenix.
All dates, times, prices and offerings are subject to change without notice.
