In 1989, Governor Rose Mofford designated Prescott, Arizona’s Christmas City, because of our festive lighting ceremony, but the festivities don’t begin and end with just one event. Prescott celebrates with lights, music, and festive flair from November to January.
Plan your visit and celebrate Christmas the Arizona way in Prescott! 
Experience the magic of Arizona Christmas City with our signature, family-friendly events in downtown Prescott! Kick off the festive season with Prescott’s Annual Holiday Light Parade & Bonfire Festival on Saturday, November 28th at 6 pm. Delight in the whimsical displays of the 44th Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 5th at 1 pm, followed by the dazzling Annual Courthouse Lighting with fireworks at 5 pm. Enjoy the musical charm of the 38th Annual Acker Night Musical Showcase on Friday, December 11th at 5 pm. Cap off the year with a bang at the Annual Whiskey Row New Year’s Eve Boot Drop, featuring spectacular fireworks on December 31st at 7 pm. All events are free to attend and perfect for creating cherished holiday memories!
- Festival of Trees | Nov. 19th at 10am
- Annual Holiday Light Parade & Bonfire • Sat. Nov. 28th at 6 pm | Bonfire 7 pm at Mile High Middle School
- Delight in the whimsical displays of the 44th Annual Christmas Parade • Sat. Dec. 5th at 1 pm | Meet with Santa on the Plaza at 3 pm
- The dazzling Annual Courthouse Lighting and Fireworks • Sat. Dec. 5th at 5 pm with fireworks after the lighting
- Enjoy the musical charm of the 37th Annual Acker Music Night • Fri. Dec. 11th | Downtown businesses come alive with music
- Cap off the year with a bang at the Whiskey Row New Year’s Eve Boot Drop • Dec. 31st at 7 pm | Ring in 2027 with thousands of people on Whiskey Row
