Events
Erik Rivera
Thu. 12/06 - Sat. 12/08, times vary
Stir Crazy Comedy Club, Glendale
Just back from his appearance at the prestigious Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, where he was hand selected to perform for Kevin Hart's Laugh Out Loud Network, Erik Rivera keeps making his mark on the stand up comedy scene. $18
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Annie
Thu. 12/06 - Sat. 12/08, times vary
Tuscany Theatre, Gilbert
Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. $15
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TCA Presents "A Christmas Carol"
Thu. 12/06 - Sun. 12/09, times vary
Tempe Center for the Arts
This spectacular Broadway musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ novel, "A Christmas Carol," follows Ebenezer Scrooge as he takes a ghost-guided, eye-opening journey through his past, present and future to learn the importance of family & friendship. $42-$58
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40th Anniversary Celebration of Christmas
Thu. 12/06 - Sun. 12/09,
Dream City Church, Phoenix
The 40th Anniversary “Celebration of Christmas” features a Broadway-style musical theater performance, live orchestra, special effects and more. $9-$27
Surprise Festival of Arts
Fri. 12/07 - Sun. 12/09, times vary
Surprise Recreation Campus
Featuring more than 100 Fine Artists and Craftsmen, Wine Tastings, Craft Beer, Mainstage Entertainment, and interactive Art activities.
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Ballet Etudes: The Nutcracker
Fri. 12/07 - Sun. 12/09, times vary
Mesa Arts Center
Called "a royally entertaining show" by the Arizona Republic, Ballet Etudes' production of this holiday classic pairs a young girl's magical journey through a land of swirling snowflakes and dancing sweets with Tchaikovsky's memorable score. $6-$32
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A Christmas Carol
Fri. 12/07 - Sun. 12/09, times vary
Theater Works - Peoria Center
TheaterWorks original production of the most well-known of all Holiday classics, Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol returns. $16-$38
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Sonoran Desert Chorale:
Sing We Now of Christmas
Sat. 12/08, 7:30pm
First United Methodist Church, Mesa
This year the Chorale will lift your spirits with thrilling brass and organ accompaniment in Cecilia McDowall’s Christus Natus Est and Randol Bass’ Gloria, transform you with the beauty of Eric Whitacre’s Lux Aurumque, and warm you with the familiar melodies of traditional carols. $15-$20
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A Duet with Arizona Musicfest
Sat. 12/08, 7pm
Desert Foothills Library, Cave Creek
The Library hosts the 8th annual performance of a Duet. Maestro Robert Moody and guests. $30
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Glendale Hometown Christmas Parade
Sat. 12/08, 11am-1pm
Historic Downtown Glendale
This wonderful community parade takes place in Historic Downtown Glendale. The Hometown Christmas Parade also focuses on collecting non-perishable food items for Hope for Hunger, a Glendale based food bank.
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The Fine Art of Christmas Ornaments
Sat. 12/08, 12pm
On The Edge Gallery, Scottsdale
Come and enjoy the Fine Art Of Christmas Ornaments created by their artists.
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World Bazaar PHX
Sat. 12/08, 10am-3pm
Camelback Road Park and Ride, Phoenix
Experience over 50 different vendors selling food, art, and homemade goods from around the world at this free event – perfect for holiday shopping.
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10th Annual Christkindlmarket
Sat. 12/08 & Sun. 12/09, 10am-end varies
Cave Creek Road
The Christkindlmarket brings cherished German and Austrian traditions to downtown Cave Creek with holiday entertainment, German and Polish cuisine, vendors and local artisans selling merchandise like candles and Christmas ornaments, and activities and entertainment for the whole family.
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42nd Annual Pueblo Grande Indian Market
Sat. 12/08 & Sun. 12/09, 9am-4pm
Pueblo Grande Museum, Phoenix
Enjoy a weekend full of American Indian art, music, dance, storytelling, and food at the 42nd Annual Indian Market on December 8 and 9 presented by the Pueblo Grande Museum Auxiliary at Pueblo Grande Museum. $5-$10
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Arizona Winds Presents “Christmas Reflections”
Sun. 12/09, 2:30pm
Midwestern University, Glendale
The “Christmas Reflections” program will be fun for all ages and a fitting way to kick off the Christmas season. Selections will include traditional favorites, some new surprises, a Christmas Carol sing-along and a special young guest conductor selected from the audience.
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Orpheus Male Chorus: Dr. Brook Larson, Conductor
Sun. 12/09, 3pm
Church at Litchfield Park
Orpheus Male Chorus presents its annual “Holidays with Orpheus” concerts. We will feature traditional and contemporary holiday songs along with our audience sing-a-long featuring everyone’s favorite Christmas carols. $15-$25
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Tempe Holiday Sixth Street Market
Sun. 12/09, 10am-3pm
6th Street Park, Tempe
This event will feature local artisans and makers, live music, and fun at the 6th Street Park surrounding City Hall.
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Cowboy Christmas
Sun. 12/09, 2pm-4pm
Cave Creek Museum
Join Gary the Singing Cowboy and Dusty his trusty horse in holiday caroling, see Santa for a free photo, and enjoy Santa's favorite snack, cookies and milk. $5-$7
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The Arboretum Rocks! 2nd Annual
Gem and Mineral
Sun. 12/09, 9am-3:30pm
Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park, Superior
There will be a fluorescent mineral display, lapidary and stone crafting demos, meteorite talk, geology walk, plants and minerals connection walk, books and rocks, and jewelry for sale, and more. $5-$15
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Movies
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| Robin Hood | PG-13 |
Boy Erased |
R |
| Ralph Breaks the Internet | PG |
New DVD Release |
Rated |
Critics Say |
| Searching | PG-13 |  |
| We the Animals | R |  |
| The Little Stranger | R |  |
Pro Sports
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