Ah, Christmastime. You can feel the magic in the air, and soon, Arizona towns near and far will come alive with dazzling light displays. Glendale Glitters is the largest free holiday light event in the state, with nearly two million glittering bulbs spread out over 16 blocks. Grab a cup of hot cocoa and stroll through the town square, reveling in the whimsy this time of year brings.
Arizona’s largest free Christmas light event, Glendale Glitters has become a holiday tradition for many area families.
Facebook/Visit Glendale Opening weekend festivities have been canceled this year, but you’ll hardly miss them with the addition of more lights and festive displays than ever.
16 blocks of downtown Glendale are set ablaze with nearly two million twinkling lights.
Facebook/Visit Glendale Take a leisurely stroll beneath their ethereal glow, stopping only to peruse the wares offered by merchants and artisans.
Everywhere you look, multicolored bulbs adorn trees and shops alike.
Flickr/Gage Skidmore You’ll never run out of things to look at; that much is certain. Prepare to be dazzled with every step you take.
A larger-than-life Christmas tree proudly commands the Westgate Entertainment District.
Facebook/Visit Glendale If you think it looks pretty now, just wait until you witness the splendor in person!
If your feet get tired, hop on a carriage ride and see the sights in an old-fashioned way.
Facebook/Visit Glendale Listen to the majestic click-clack of hooves against the pavement, a sound that has been synonymous with the holiday season for ages.
Don’t leave without taking advantage of the photo-ops!
Flickr/Gage Skidmore There’s a bevy of them, each one seemingly more magical than the last. Wouldn’t this scene make such a cute family Christmas card?
The lights will be on from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. nightly, November 25 through January 9.
Flickr/Gage Skidmore
Visit the city of Glendale’s website or Facebook page to learn more.
Facebook/Visit Glendale
Opening weekend festivities have been canceled this year, but you’ll hardly miss them with the addition of more lights and festive displays than ever.
Take a leisurely stroll beneath their ethereal glow, stopping only to peruse the wares offered by merchants and artisans.
Flickr/Gage Skidmore
You’ll never run out of things to look at; that much is certain. Prepare to be dazzled with every step you take.
If you think it looks pretty now, just wait until you witness the splendor in person!
Listen to the majestic click-clack of hooves against the pavement, a sound that has been synonymous with the holiday season for ages.
There’s a bevy of them, each one seemingly more magical than the last. Wouldn’t this scene make such a cute family Christmas card?
Have you ever been to Glendale Glitters? If so, tell us all the magical details of your experience in the comments! Check out our previous article for another Arizona town that celebrates Christmas in a big way.
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Address: Glendale, AZ, USA
