Glendale, AZ - City of Glendale Events and Festivals
Events, dates, times subject to change Glendale Glitters Spectacular
November 26-27, 5-10 p.m. | Event Information Glendale’s Gingerbread Nights
December 3-4, 6-10 p.m. Glendale’s Spirit of Giving
December 10-11, 6-10 p.m. Glendale’s Jingle Bell Rockin’ Nights
December 17-18, 6-10 p.m. Glendale Glitter & Glow Block Party
January 8, 2011, 4-10 p.m.
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Downtown Glendale Lights Up With Spectacular Kickoff To Its Holiday Tradition Nov. 26-27
What is synonymous with holiday fun on Thanksgiving weekend in the Valley of the Sun? Glendale Glitters! The stunning display of 1.5 million lights will illuminate sixteen blocks of Historic Downtown Glendale, making it the largest free holiday light display in Arizona, and it all kicks off Nov. 26-27 from 5-10 p.m. each evening.
Free admission and free shuttles makes Glendale Glitters one of the best-loved festivals in Arizona year after year. Read more
Glendale’s Centennial Plein Air Competition at Glendale Chocolate Affaire
The city’s Library & Arts Department, in collaboration with the Marketing/Communications Department, sponsored the 2010 Glendale Centennial Plein Air Painting Event at the Glendale Chocolate Affaire. It was held during the popular festival in downtown Glendale, on Saturday, Feb. 6, and included entries from artists who paint utilizing the Plein (open) air technique in oil, watercolor, acrylic or pastel.
Winning Entries
Everyone’s talking about the events in Glendale!
Even the critics. Did you know that Glendale Glitters won the azcentral.com’s Best award for the Valley’s best festival? Read about Glendale’s numerous awards for it’s outstanding special events! Read more
Wondering about how to plan your day at one of our festivals?
Read our handy-dandy tips to enjoy our events. You know, like, don’t forget the sunscreen for the glorious Arizona sunshine! Read more
So you want to sell your wares at a Glendale event?
Everyone wants a piece of the action! Food vendors as well as craft artisans and other product vendors – here’s the low-down on requirements, fees and all the forms you’ll need to complete. Read more
Headed to Glendale?
Get directions, find out where to eat and shop for some fabulous finds when you come to an event. Check out www.visitglendale.com and even get directions to stop in our visitor center when you’re here!