Winter Activities Around Desert Ridge Marketplace

The holidays are quickly approaching and there are some fun events around Sky Crossing by Pulte to get you in the spirit!

Get ready to celebrate the season with family and friends at these great events near Desert Ridge Marketplace in Phoenix.

Desert Ridge Marketplace

At Desert Ridge Marketplace itself, there are free events open to the public, just keep in mind they are first-come, first-serve.

On December 14th, come to the marketplace from 11am to 1pm to experience the Elf Academy at the main district stage. Elves will be leading you through their workshop with plenty of games and activities for all ages.

During the month of December, there will be nightly shows and nightly snowfall at 7pm and 8pm. Experience the holiday shows performed by local community groups under the sparkling tinsel and twinkling lights.

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

Just down the road from Desert Ridge Marketplace sits the luxurious Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort. The resort hosts fabulous seasonal events, especially for Christmas.

From November 20th to December 31st, their 11 annual festive events will bring joy to all. With 4.5 million sparkling LED lights taking over the resort, you can also enjoy ice skating at the Enchanted Plaza, roast marshmallows at S’mores Land, and even get a chance to meet Santa!

Salt River Field

For the first time ever, Salt River Field is transforming into a holiday wonderland! From November 23rd to December 31st, enjoy a dazzling drive-thru light show with 5 million lights. The 1.2 miles of yuletide cheer is open daily from 5:45pm to 10pm.

Enjoy a sparkling pathway along the baseball field where the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies take on Spring Training game while listening to synchronized Christmas music in your own car.

You can still be safe during the pandemic and get ready for the holidays. Just make sure to follow all protocols and always call ahead to make sure the event is still on.