Fiesta of Light

Phoenix's winter holiday festivities include all sorts of fun Christmas-y opportunities that appeal especially to young folks. Things get started on the Saturday after Thanksgiving with the "Candyland Concert" just for kids; the music is followed by games, activities, and the lighting of the city's towering Christmas tree. The following weekend, there's a big parade, a 5K fun run, and a student art show. Plus, Heritage Square is decked out in lights – an enchanting sight by any standard!