Glendale Glitters 2025

Glendale Glitters is a free, annual holiday event in Downtown Glendale, Arizona, that features a light display in Murphy Park and other festive attractions. Known for its dazzling lights, the event runs nightly through December 31st and includes opportunities to visit Santa, explore shops, and enjoy festive treats. The event has been a tradition for many years and has recently been revamped to focus on the holiday light display. What it is: A free, annual Christmas event in Downtown Glendale. Key features: A large-scale holiday light display, festive treats, shopping, and a joyful atmosphere. Location: Downtown Glendale, particularly in and around Murphy Park. Activities: Strolling through the light display, visiting Santa Claus (on select nights), exploring local shops, and enjoying festive treats. Schedule: Runs nightly from after the opening weekend through December 31st, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.. Santa's availability: Santa is available at Santa's Village on select Fridays and Saturdays starting around 6 p.m.. History: The event has been a long-standing tradition in Glendale, though its scale has been adjusted over the years to focus on the light display.