Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale welcomes the holiday season, transforming into a wonderland.

The community is invited to lace up their skates, enjoy the tree lighting ceremony and capture cherished moments with free Santa photos. Westgate is at, 6770 N. Sunrise Blvd., just south of Glendale Avenue.

“There’s something truly special about coming together as a community to celebrate the holidays,” Alexandra McNeil, senior marketing manager at YAM Properties, stated in a press release. “We’re thrilled to welcome families and friends to enjoy our winter festivities, create new memories, and embrace the joy and wonder of the season.”

Glide into the season at Skate Westgate, where guests can skate outdoors skating on a real ice rink. The rink is open now and will be there through Jan. 12, kids and adults of all skating skill levels can participate in this timeless tradition.

Guests can enjoy a skating session for $30, which includes skate rental, or $25 for those who bring skates. Toddlers (skate size 9T to 12T) and military guests with ID can skate for $25.

Season passes are $185. Tickets for Skate Westgate can be purchased near the rink in Fountain Park. Skating sessions are on a first-come, first-served basis. For dates and times, visit westgateaz.com/skate.

The tree will be lit promptly at 7. Santa will be available for free photos from 7 to 8:30. and Skate Westgate will be open from 4 to 10:45 p.m. For details, visit westgateaz.com/event/tree-lighting.

Pose for a free picture at Westgate’s designated Santa Stop at Fountain Park with the Christmas tree backdrop on select days from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Photos are to be taken on a personal device.

Photos are on a first-come, first-served basis. For Santa’s schedule, visit westgateaz.com/santa.

To learn about the holiday celebrations at Westgate, visit westgateaz.com/holiday.