There will also be enhanced holiday plant displays; limited graband-go food options; bars offering holiday drinks; and a touchless, complimentary virtual photo booth. 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix; www.dbg.org
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HOLIDAY EVENTS Phoenix Cooks, by local Christina Barrueta, where over 50 Phoenix chefs and mixologists share their favorite recipes. Find it at www. amazon.com, as well as local restaurants.
Scottsdazzle
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Scottsdale, well, dazzles during this City event held in Downtown Scottsdale. The event runs through Dec. 21, with various celebrations and celebrations. On Nov. 27 (6-9 p.m.), join the inaugural Scottsdazzle Stroll, where revelers can wander along the canal banks in Old Town Scottsdale and enjoy special holiday vignettes, seasonal lighting, the Scottsdazzle tree, live entertainment, and more. Dec. 4, 5 & 6 (6 p.m.), movie buffs can enjoy holiday movies on the East Lawn at Scottsdale Civic Center. Take in art—and enjoy artist receptions—at the Gold Palette Artwalk on Dec. 10 (6:30-9 p.m.), while Dec. 12 brings The Dazzle of Historic Old Town (various times); Yuletide Yoga (8-9 a.m.) on the Marshall Way Bridge; and then the Santa Wine Around (6-9 p.m.), a wine-tasting event. That day also features a Festive Food Demonstration (2-3 p.m.) at The Saguaro Scottsdale. Then, join in the Sparkle & Spin Scavenger Hunt that takes participants through Old Town Scottsdale on Dec. 20 (10 a.m.-noon). Some events require advance registration; find details and additional festivities at www.scottsdazzle.com.
Christmas at the Princess This year marks the 11th year of this event, which runs through New Year’s Eve. Held at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, find a musical tree with 70,000 lights in the Enchanted Plaza, a 6,000-square-foot Desert Ice outdoor ice skating rink (skate rentals are available), and holiday characters. Wander through the Lagoon Lights’ light display, which features 4.5 million lights— or view it from a Princess Express train. At S’mores Land, slide down the four-lane Polar Glide, ride the Christmas Carousel, or take in the view from Frosty’s Ferris Wheel. There are also climatecontrolled igloos, and of course, Santa is on hand for photos. 7575 E. Princess Drive, Scottsdale; www.scottsdaleprincess.com
Outlets at Anthem’s Christmas Tree View the tallest fresh-cut Christmas tree in Arizona at the Outlets at Anthem, which features a white fir measuring 70 feet tall and 20 feet wide. Decorated—an undertaking which took a 10-person crew two weeks using mobile cranes—it weighs 4 tons. Other events at the open-air shopping center include Santa’s Cottage, and Santa Paws (photos of your pet with Santa). 4250 W. Anthem Way, Phoenix; www.outletsatanthem.com
Holiday Wine & Dine Event Get in the holiday spirit with the SHOPS at Gainey Village on Dec. 3, from 4-7 p.m. There’s plenty of space to social distance at this expansive shopping center while enjoying live music by the Volcano Steel Drum Duo, Electric Violinist, Natasha, The Sahanas Broth-
A Grow a Cactus Kit, found at Kactus Jock (www. kactusjock.com) in Old Town Scottsdale. The kit comes with everything you need to grow your own mini cactus.
An item from State Forty Eight, to show that you’ve been to Arizona. Find it at www.statefortyeight. com, as well as local retailers.
Pick up some Medjool dates at Sphinx Date Co. Palm & Pantry and take home a taste of these locally-sourced treats. Find them at www.sphinxdate ranch.com.
ers Guitar Duo, and Miguel de Maria on Spanish Guitar. There will also be horse and carriage rides, baked goods, coffee, and hot chocolate. Those aged 21 or over can enjoy complimentary wine tastings at selected restaurants. Free to attend. 8777-8989 N. Scottsdale Road; www.theshopsgaineyvillage.com
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