HOLIDAY

Upcoming Christmas events all month around the West Valley

From parades to parties, there’s way more than just 12 days’ worth of fun to get you in the Christmas spirit

The Goodyear Christmas Village, a festive night market at Goodyear Ballpark, returns with all its holiday cheer on Dec. 6.

(Photo provided by City of Goodyear)

The annual Surprise Party returns to the West Valley city over Dec. 5-6.

(Photo provided by the City of Surprise)

Avondale residents delight in the fake snow flurries during the 2024 WinterFest celebration.

(Photo provided by City of Avondale)

The annual Christmas Village returns to Goodyear on Dec. 6.

(Photo provided by City of Goodyear)

The Sun City Poms perform at a Litchfield Park Christmas parade.

(Photo provided by City of Litchfield Park)

The annual Christmas in the Park will return to Beardsley Park in Sun City West on Dec. 13.

(Photo provided by The Recreation Centers of Sun City West)

The Hometown Christmas Parade in Glendale takes place Dec. 13.

(Photo provided by Hometown Christmas Parade)

The Glow on Monroe Electric Light Parade takes place Dec. 13.

(Photo provided by City of Buckeye)

Editor's note: This article first appeared in Sun Life Magazine, a Daily Independent publication.

What a month to be in the Valley.

Christmas lights are everywhere, you’ve got cookies to bake (and to eat!), presents to wrap, and plans to make for family and friends coming to town, or even just plans for you and your sweetie.

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