Christmas light displays abound all across Arizona, but none quite compare to the splendor of the annual APS Electric Light Parade. You just have to see the eye-popping holiday cheer firsthand to believe it:
For over three decades, the APS Electric Light Parade has been uniting families, friends, businesses, and neighborhoods in an explosive celebration of the holiday season.
Facebook/City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department This year’s theme is “Walking in a Desert Wonderland,” so expect to see lots of cacti and other typical Arizona symbols.
Everything and everyone will be covered in lights from head-to-toe.
Facebook/City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Local high school bands decked out in festive attire play familiar jingles that signify Christmastime is here.
Talented dance teams will take to the streets and show off their moves.
Facebook/City of Phoenix Parks & Recreation Department Intricate choreography creates a dazzling synchronized display guaranteed to leave your senses overwhelmed in the best way possible.
You’ll instantly recognize characters from Nightmare Before Christmas and other iconic holiday films sitting tall and proud atop their respective floats.
Facebook/City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Get up-close-and-personal with Jack, Sully, and the whole gang on the day before the parade. With games, arts & crafts, and Santa, it’s fun for the whole family!
Let’s not forget about the giant balloons!
Facebook/City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Elves, reindeer, and St. Nick himself soar high in the air and bring holiday cheer to all.
Feel free to bring a lawn chair and set up shop on the sidelines.
Facebook/City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Bonus points if a steamy mug of hot cocoa and warm blanket tag along for the ride. Oh, ad don’t forget to bundle up - we all know how chilly winter nights in the desert can be.
It all starts on the corner of Central and Montebello Avenues at 7 p.m. on December 7, 2019.
Facebook/City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department The parade will last approximately two hours, coming to a stop on 7th Street and Indian School Road.
Visit the APS Electric Light Parade website to learn more.
Facebook/City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department
This year’s theme is “Walking in a Desert Wonderland,” so expect to see lots of cacti and other typical Arizona symbols.
Local high school bands decked out in festive attire play familiar jingles that signify Christmastime is here.
Facebook/City of Phoenix Parks & Recreation Department
Intricate choreography creates a dazzling synchronized display guaranteed to leave your senses overwhelmed in the best way possible.
Get up-close-and-personal with Jack, Sully, and the whole gang on the day before the parade. With games, arts & crafts, and Santa, it’s fun for the whole family!
Elves, reindeer, and St. Nick himself soar high in the air and bring holiday cheer to all.
Bonus points if a steamy mug of hot cocoa and warm blanket tag along for the ride. Oh, ad don’t forget to bundle up - we all know how chilly winter nights in the desert can be.
The parade will last approximately two hours, coming to a stop on 7th Street and Indian School Road.
Have you ever been to the APS Electric Light Parade? If so, we’d love to hear all about your favorite moments. Check out our previous article for another mesmerizing holiday parade: The One Arizona Village That Transforms Into A Christmas Wonderland Each Year.
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