Phoenix listeners, if you’re wondering what to do in the Valley this week, you’ve got a packed slate of experiences waiting for you, from glowing parades to hip-hop dance floors and historic-home strolls.
Let’s start with one of the city’s biggest holiday traditions: the APS Electric Light Parade. Phoenix New Times reports that this year’s theme is “Let It Glow!” and the parade rolls through midtown with illuminated floats, marching bands, and light-wrapped vehicles along a 2.3‑mile route. It steps off at 7 p.m. from Central and Montebello, heading south on Central, east along Camelback, then down Seventh Street. Plan to arrive early, bundle up for a cool desert night, and stake out a spot anywhere along the route for a front-row view of the lights and music.
If you’d rather explore local culture on foot, The Copper Courier highlights Faire @ The Square in downtown Phoenix, a lively outdoor gathering with artisans, local vendors, and food options that turns a city block into a casual holiday marketplace. It’s a great way to support small businesses, pick up unique gifts, and people-watch under clear desert skies.
Architecture fans have a special treat with the F.Q. Story Home Tour, also noted by The Copper Courier. This historic neighborhood just west of downtown opens its charming bungalows and revival-style homes for tours and street festivities. Expect tree-lined streets, vintage holiday decorations, and a chance to step inside some of Phoenix’s most character-filled houses, often with live music and food trucks dotted along the way.
When the sun goes down and you’re ready for nightlife, AARP’s local events calendar lists “Most Necessary Hip Hop with DJ Pootiecat,” a late-night party kicking off at 10 p.m. in Phoenix. It’s a hip-hop and trap-focused event designed for listeners who want to dance into the early hours with a live DJ set and a high-energy crowd.
You can always cross-check dates and find more options through the official Visit Phoenix events calendar, which keeps a running list of concerts, sports, and festivals happening across the city all week long.
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