December in Arizona is a magical time filled with festive events and holiday cheer for all ages. From dazzling light displays and family-friendly attractions to seasonal celebrations, there’s something to brighten everyone’s spirits across the Valley and beyond. Whether you’re planning a corporate team bonding outing, a family adventure, or a unique way to celebrate the season, our guide to Arizona’s top holiday events will inspire your plans. Let us take the stress out of transportation so you can fully enjoy the magic of the holidays!
Arizona December Events
Christmas at the Princess
- Date: November 22, 2024 through January 4, 2025.
- Time: Monday – Thursday | 5 – 10 PM, Friday – Sunday | 4 – 11 PM *Beginning December 18, daily hours are 4 – 11 PM
- Location: Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
- Description: Christmas at the Princess transforms the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess into a festive wonderland with millions of lights, ice skating, a holiday train, and cozy fire pits. Perfect for creating magical holiday memories! Looking to extend the festivities and reserve a cozy room for the night? Tickets to Christmas at the Princess are included in your night’s stay!
- Transportation: A sleek Mercedes Sprinter Limo or a luxurious stretch limousine can get your group safely to and from the Scottsdale Princess. Start the festivities early; bring hot chocolate, eggnog, or your favorite holiday beverage to sip on along the way.
Pratt Brother’s Christmas
- Date: November 29, 2024 through December 29, 2024. *Closed select dates – verify operating hours when planning.
- Time: 6PM – 10PM
- Location: Rawhide Event Center
- Description: Pratt Brothers Christmas is a spectacular holiday event featuring millions of twinkling lights, immersive displays, and festive entertainment. Guests can enjoy rides, seasonal treats, holiday shopping, and live performances, making it a perfect destination for holiday cheer and family fun! They offer general admission and VIP tickets.
- Transportation: Avoid traffic and parking hassles at Rawhide Event Center and let our professional chauffeurs navigate for you. No need to search for your car when you’re ready to leave. Your party bus will be waiting to pull up when you are ready to head home. Or ready to head across the street to try your luck at Gila River Casino Wild Horse Pass if your group is 21+.
Desert Farm Lights
- Date: November 22 – December 29
- Time: Sunday – Thursday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, Friday and Saturday 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- Location: 14629 W. Peoria Ave, Waddell, AZ, 85355
- Description: Desert Farm Lights is West Valley’s premier Christmas experience! Santa pictures, nightly, real ice skating rink, immersive light maze, dazzling train ride, live entertainment, and more. I went to Desert Farm Lights last year and it was magical! It’s a great experience for families with young kids as a lot of the activities are geared towards children. The horse wagon ride was my favorite part! Oh, and the hot cocoa…
- Transportation: Desert Farm Lights is a bit on the outskirts of town. Enhance the ride with a party bus for your group. Equipped with Bluetooth audio to play your favorite holiday playlist, enjoy the festive camaraderie on the way to the event, making the night even more magical.
Christmas at Schnepf Farms
- Date: Thursday – Sunday, November 29 – December 24
- Time: 5:00pm – 10:00pm Friday and Saturday, 5:00pm-9:00pm Thursday and Sunday
- Location: 24810 E Rittenhouse Queen Creek, AZ 85142
- Description: Experience a winter wonderland like no other with seasonal food, fun and festivities for the whole family. Catch a ride on the World of Illumination Express, hop on a hayride to visit Rudolph or journey through Santa’s magic workshop. There’s cookie decorating, ice skating, bonfires, a beer garden, and more!
- Transportation: Our Sprinter Limos offer comfort and luxury for the ride out to Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek. Stop for a bite to eat along the way, or make an impromptu stop for dessert on the way home. An hourly charter provides safe transportation to / from the event as well as the flexibility to create your own itinerary.
Polar Express (Grand Canyon Railway)
- Date: November 8 – December 30
- Time: The train departs nightly at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., with the total trip lasting about 90 minutes.
- Location: 233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd. Williams, AZ 86046
- Description: Experience the magic of the Grand Canyon Railway’s Polar Express, a festive journey from Williams, Arizona, to the enchanting “North Pole,” where Santa and his reindeer await with a special gift for every child. Watch kids’ faces light up as the train arrives, and enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, and the classic holiday story along the way.
- Transportation: Turn the lengthy drive from Phoenix to the Grand Canyon Railway into a Christmas adventure. Bring your favorite holiday DVDs onboard to watch on the drive, or hit play on your perfect holiday playlist. *Not all vehicles are DVD compatible. Reach out to us on live chat to discuss your needs.
Holiday Snowfest
- Date: November 27 – January 4
- Time: Hours of operation vary depending on the date. Check ticket page for event times.
- Location: Salt River Fields
- Description: This is a brand new event coming to Scottsdale this year. If you yearn for a snowy holiday season, this event is for you! Holiday Snowfest features a 20-foot toboggan hill under a canopy of 50,000 lights, snowman building stations, snow ball throwing contest (where’s Buddy the Elf when you need him?), a snow cabin with a light show and real falling snow, over 2000 lbs of snow falling every day, igloo bars for all ages, holiday village for gifts, smores making station, 30-foot Christmas tree and more.
- Transportation: Ride in style to Holiday Snowfest in one of our luxury party buses. Avoid having to worry about parking and adults can indulge in the festive cocktails without worrying about driving.
Other December Events to Remember
Holiday Light Tour: The best way to experience the magic of Phoenix’s Christmas lights is together in a party bus! Create your own personal Holiday Light Tour by renting a party bus to treat your family, friends, or coworkers to a festive evening during the holidays.
Holiday Light Tours are fully customized to your preferred locations. If you have a favorite holiday lights spot, include it in your itinerary! New to light tours? Our experienced drivers will guide you to some of the most popular and stunning displays across the Phoenix metro area. We reference trusted local listings to ensure your tour features the brightest and best holiday cheer in your area.
Christmas Pop-Up Bar Tour: Take your holiday celebrations up a notch with a Christmas pop-up bar tour in a party bus! Perfect for friends, coworkers, or family gatherings, renting a luxurious party bus lets you enjoy the festive vibes of Phoenix’s holiday-themed bars without worrying about driving. Decked out with holiday drinks, twinkling lights, and cozy decor, these pop-up spots are a must-visit in December. With a party bus, the journey becomes part of the fun as you sip, sing along to holiday tunes, and celebrate in style between stops. Check out this year’s Christmas pop-up bars.
New Year’s Eve: Ring in the new year in style aboard a party bus! Whether you are hitting up a New Year’s Eve party or heading to Phoenix Raceway for the annual Decadence festival, our luxury transportation will get your group to your destination safely. If you are heading to Decadence, we typically sell out in advance for both December 30th and 31st. Reach out to us on live chat today and we can help check availability for your plans!
Concerts
Trans-Siberian Orchestra – December 1, Footprint Center
Billie Eilish – December 13, Desert Diamond Arena
Next Steps to Book
Fridays and Saturdays sell out very quickly, so it’s recommended you reserve your transportation needs in advance. A 25% non-refundable deposit blocks your vehicle of choice off the schedule. The remaining balance is charged to the card on file 10 days prior to your trip.
Reach out to us on live chat to discuss your Arizona event needs this December. We can help build a custom quote for you!
