Looking for a place to see the the merry twinkle of lights in Tucson? We’ve curated a list of the best places around town to see holiday light displays in 2018. Featured listings include neighborhoods with outstanding Christmas decor, light-up events at local attractions, and evening parades.
Luminaria Nights at Tucson Botanical Gardens
- Location: Tucson Botanical Gardens, 2150 North Alvernon Way, Tucson
- Date: November 30, December 1, December 2 and December 7, 8, 9
- Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm
- Cost: $18 for adult n0n-members; $9 for child non-members; $12 for adult members; $6 for child members
- More Info: Luminaria Nights at Tucson Botanical Gardens
During the first two weekends of December, come to the Tucson Botanical Gardens to celebrate the magic of the season. Take a stroll down a path lit with traditional luminarias and delight in the trees and decorations lit with thousands of twinkling lights. There will be different performances every night featuring local musicians, dancers, and school groups. Food and drinks in flavors that reflect the season will be available for purchase from Cafe Botanica, along with a round-up of some of Tucson’s favorite Food Trucks.
Holiday Nights at Tohono Chul
- Location: Tohono Chul, 7366 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson
- Date: November 30 & December 1, December 7 & 8, December 14 & 15
- Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm
- Cost: $16 General Public, $12 Member. Children 12 and under are $3.
- More Info: Holiday Nights at Tohono Chul
Holiday Nights is fun for everyone! Stroll along paths garlanded with over a million twinkling lights while musicians and artists perform throughout the Gardens. Who can resist a sing-along or viewing the stars through a telescope? You’re sure to enjoy the many distinct performances located throughout the Gardens while you sip hot chocolate and enjoy tasty treats!
Not finished with your holiday shopping? Peruse the Museum gift shops where you are sure to find a unique gift for that special someone or purchase the gift of a membership to Tohono Chul.
Holiday Nights is a timeless tradition, for children, young couples, whole families, and everyone in between!
Winterhaven Festival of Lights
- Location: Winterhaven neighborhood (central Tucson – Ft. Lowell & Prince)
- Date: December 8-26, 2018
- Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm
- Cost: Free. Please bring a donation of food or money for the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona.
- More Info: Winterhaven Festival of Lights
Winterhaven Festival of Lights is one of the longest running festivals of its kind in the country.
The Festival of Lights celebrates the holiday season in Tucson and is visited by hundreds of thousands of people from all over southern Arizona. Moreover, the Festival is one the most important fundraising events for the Community Food Bank in Tucson.
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November 2018
Lights of the World at Kino Sports Complex
One event on November 9, 2018 at 5:00pm
One event on November 10, 2018 at 5:00pm
One event on November 11, 2018 at 5:00pm
One event on November 13, 2018 at 5:00pm
One event on November 14, 2018 at 5:00pm
One event on November 15, 2018 at 5:00pm
Lights of the World was declared one of the "Top 5 Lights Shows in the Nation" by USA Today and this year it's coming straight to Tucson. Event attendees will experience a magical coordination of displays incorporating over 6 million lights, carnival rides, a sea lion show, live sting rays, a Chinese acrobat show, and a food court that will include delicious, authentic Chinese cuisine. (Tuesdays are free for active military and first responders (EMT, Fire & Police) with valid…
Find out more »Holiday Nights at Tohono Chul Park
An event every day that begins at 5:30pm, repeating until December 1, 2018
One event on December 7, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 8, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 14, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 15, 2018 at 5:30pm
Holiday Nights is fun for everyone! Stroll along paths garlanded with over a million twinkling lights while musicians and artists perform throughout the Gardens. Who can resist a sing-along or viewing the stars through a telescope? You’re sure to enjoy the many distinct performances located throughout the Gardens while you sip hot chocolate and enjoy tasty treats! Not finished with your holiday shopping? Peruse the Museum gift shops where you are sure to find a unique gift for that special…
Find out more »Luminaria Nights at Tucson Botanical Gardens
An event every day that begins at 5:30pm, repeating until December 2, 2018
One event on December 7, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 8, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 9, 2018 at 5:30pm
Come see over 2,500 candlelit luminarias and more than 20 Korean lanterns as they adorn the Tucson Botanical Gardens! There will be special performances every night featuring local musicians, dancers, and school groups. Plenty of food and drinks in flavors that reflect the season will be available from Cafe Botanica, as well as many of Tucson’s favorite food trucks.
Find out more »December 2018
Holiday Nights at Tohono Chul Park
An event every day that begins at 5:30pm, repeating until December 1, 2018
One event on December 7, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 8, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 14, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 15, 2018 at 5:30pm
Holiday Nights is fun for everyone! Stroll along paths garlanded with over a million twinkling lights while musicians and artists perform throughout the Gardens. Who can resist a sing-along or viewing the stars through a telescope? You’re sure to enjoy the many distinct performances located throughout the Gardens while you sip hot chocolate and enjoy tasty treats! Not finished with your holiday shopping? Peruse the Museum gift shops where you are sure to find a unique gift for that special…
Find out more »Luminaria Nights at Tucson Botanical Gardens
An event every day that begins at 5:30pm, repeating until December 2, 2018
One event on December 7, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 8, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 9, 2018 at 5:30pm
Come see over 2,500 candlelit luminarias and more than 20 Korean lanterns as they adorn the Tucson Botanical Gardens! There will be special performances every night featuring local musicians, dancers, and school groups. Plenty of food and drinks in flavors that reflect the season will be available from Cafe Botanica, as well as many of Tucson’s favorite food trucks.
Find out more »Brew Lights at Reid Park Zoo
Reid Park Zoo and Craft Tucson are teaming up for the hoppiest holiday event in southern Arizona, Brew Lights, on December 1 from 6:00 – 9:00pm! Enjoy samplings of your favorite craft beer from local breweries under the twinkling lights of Tucson’s favorite holiday tradition, Zoo Lights presented by Tucson Electric Power. All proceeds from this event will benefit Reid Park Zoo. Throughout the evening, you’ll enjoy: Four tastings of your choice of local craft beer Souvenir glass Exclusive access…
Find out more »Luminaria Nights at Tucson Botanical Gardens
An event every day that begins at 5:30pm, repeating until December 2, 2018
One event on December 7, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 8, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 9, 2018 at 5:30pm
Come see over 2,500 candlelit luminarias and more than 20 Korean lanterns as they adorn the Tucson Botanical Gardens! There will be special performances every night featuring local musicians, dancers, and school groups. Plenty of food and drinks in flavors that reflect the season will be available from Cafe Botanica, as well as many of Tucson’s favorite food trucks.
Find out more »Zoo Lights at Reid Park Zoo
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 23, 2018
One event on December 26, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 27, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 28, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 30, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 29, 2018 at 6:00pm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Zoo Lights, presented by Tucson Electric Power. Sip hot chocolate as you stroll under the twinkling lights of Tucson’s favorite holiday tradition. Thousands of twinkling lights and lighted animals displays illuminated the beautiful Zoo grounds with sounds of the season being heard throughout the Zoo. Zoo Lights goes from December 6th through the 23rd with Encore Nights December 26th through the 30th. Santa will not be at the Encore Nights as…
Find out more »Holiday Nights at Tohono Chul Park
An event every day that begins at 5:30pm, repeating until December 1, 2018
One event on December 7, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 8, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 14, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 15, 2018 at 5:30pm
Holiday Nights is fun for everyone! Stroll along paths garlanded with over a million twinkling lights while musicians and artists perform throughout the Gardens. Who can resist a sing-along or viewing the stars through a telescope? You’re sure to enjoy the many distinct performances located throughout the Gardens while you sip hot chocolate and enjoy tasty treats! Not finished with your holiday shopping? Peruse the Museum gift shops where you are sure to find a unique gift for that special…
Find out more »Luminaria Nights at Tucson Botanical Gardens
An event every day that begins at 5:30pm, repeating until December 2, 2018
One event on December 7, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 8, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 9, 2018 at 5:30pm
Come see over 2,500 candlelit luminarias and more than 20 Korean lanterns as they adorn the Tucson Botanical Gardens! There will be special performances every night featuring local musicians, dancers, and school groups. Plenty of food and drinks in flavors that reflect the season will be available from Cafe Botanica, as well as many of Tucson’s favorite food trucks.
Find out more »Zoo Lights at Reid Park Zoo
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 23, 2018
One event on December 26, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 27, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 28, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 30, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 29, 2018 at 6:00pm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Zoo Lights, presented by Tucson Electric Power. Sip hot chocolate as you stroll under the twinkling lights of Tucson’s favorite holiday tradition. Thousands of twinkling lights and lighted animals displays illuminated the beautiful Zoo grounds with sounds of the season being heard throughout the Zoo. Zoo Lights goes from December 6th through the 23rd with Encore Nights December 26th through the 30th. Santa will not be at the Encore Nights as…
Find out more »Holiday Nights at Tohono Chul Park
An event every day that begins at 5:30pm, repeating until December 1, 2018
One event on December 7, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 8, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 14, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 15, 2018 at 5:30pm
Holiday Nights is fun for everyone! Stroll along paths garlanded with over a million twinkling lights while musicians and artists perform throughout the Gardens. Who can resist a sing-along or viewing the stars through a telescope? You’re sure to enjoy the many distinct performances located throughout the Gardens while you sip hot chocolate and enjoy tasty treats! Not finished with your holiday shopping? Peruse the Museum gift shops where you are sure to find a unique gift for that special…
Find out more »Luminaria Nights at Tucson Botanical Gardens
An event every day that begins at 5:30pm, repeating until December 2, 2018
One event on December 7, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 8, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 9, 2018 at 5:30pm
Come see over 2,500 candlelit luminarias and more than 20 Korean lanterns as they adorn the Tucson Botanical Gardens! There will be special performances every night featuring local musicians, dancers, and school groups. Plenty of food and drinks in flavors that reflect the season will be available from Cafe Botanica, as well as many of Tucson’s favorite food trucks.
Find out more »Winterhaven Festival of Lights
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 26, 2018
"Tucson's favorite holiday tradition." Q: Is there a Drive Through Night and can you walk through during that night? A: Yes. The Drive Thru Night is on the 26th for those who can't or choose not to walk. You can also walk during this night, just be careful as many cars drive without lights. Q: Where can I drop off my can food donation? A: There are donation stations at all four (4) entrances to the neighborhood. You can bring…
Find out more »Zoo Lights at Reid Park Zoo
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 23, 2018
One event on December 26, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 27, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 28, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 30, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 29, 2018 at 6:00pm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Zoo Lights, presented by Tucson Electric Power. Sip hot chocolate as you stroll under the twinkling lights of Tucson’s favorite holiday tradition. Thousands of twinkling lights and lighted animals displays illuminated the beautiful Zoo grounds with sounds of the season being heard throughout the Zoo. Zoo Lights goes from December 6th through the 23rd with Encore Nights December 26th through the 30th. Santa will not be at the Encore Nights as…
Find out more »Luminaria Nights at Tucson Botanical Gardens
An event every day that begins at 5:30pm, repeating until December 2, 2018
One event on December 7, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 8, 2018 at 5:30pm
One event on December 9, 2018 at 5:30pm
Come see over 2,500 candlelit luminarias and more than 20 Korean lanterns as they adorn the Tucson Botanical Gardens! There will be special performances every night featuring local musicians, dancers, and school groups. Plenty of food and drinks in flavors that reflect the season will be available from Cafe Botanica, as well as many of Tucson’s favorite food trucks.
Find out more »Winterhaven Festival of Lights
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 26, 2018
"Tucson's favorite holiday tradition." Q: Is there a Drive Through Night and can you walk through during that night? A: Yes. The Drive Thru Night is on the 26th for those who can't or choose not to walk. You can also walk during this night, just be careful as many cars drive without lights. Q: Where can I drop off my can food donation? A: There are donation stations at all four (4) entrances to the neighborhood. You can bring…
Find out more »Zoo Lights at Reid Park Zoo
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 23, 2018
One event on December 26, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 27, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 28, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 30, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 29, 2018 at 6:00pm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Zoo Lights, presented by Tucson Electric Power. Sip hot chocolate as you stroll under the twinkling lights of Tucson’s favorite holiday tradition. Thousands of twinkling lights and lighted animals displays illuminated the beautiful Zoo grounds with sounds of the season being heard throughout the Zoo. Zoo Lights goes from December 6th through the 23rd with Encore Nights December 26th through the 30th. Santa will not be at the Encore Nights as…
Find out more »Winterhaven Festival of Lights
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 26, 2018
"Tucson's favorite holiday tradition." Q: Is there a Drive Through Night and can you walk through during that night? A: Yes. The Drive Thru Night is on the 26th for those who can't or choose not to walk. You can also walk during this night, just be careful as many cars drive without lights. Q: Where can I drop off my can food donation? A: There are donation stations at all four (4) entrances to the neighborhood. You can bring…
Find out more »Zoo Lights at Reid Park Zoo
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 23, 2018
One event on December 26, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 27, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 28, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 30, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 29, 2018 at 6:00pm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Zoo Lights, presented by Tucson Electric Power. Sip hot chocolate as you stroll under the twinkling lights of Tucson’s favorite holiday tradition. Thousands of twinkling lights and lighted animals displays illuminated the beautiful Zoo grounds with sounds of the season being heard throughout the Zoo. Zoo Lights goes from December 6th through the 23rd with Encore Nights December 26th through the 30th. Santa will not be at the Encore Nights as…
Find out more »Winterhaven Festival of Lights
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 26, 2018
"Tucson's favorite holiday tradition." Q: Is there a Drive Through Night and can you walk through during that night? A: Yes. The Drive Thru Night is on the 26th for those who can't or choose not to walk. You can also walk during this night, just be careful as many cars drive without lights. Q: Where can I drop off my can food donation? A: There are donation stations at all four (4) entrances to the neighborhood. You can bring…
Find out more »Zoo Lights at Reid Park Zoo
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 23, 2018
One event on December 26, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 27, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 28, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 30, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 29, 2018 at 6:00pm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Zoo Lights, presented by Tucson Electric Power. Sip hot chocolate as you stroll under the twinkling lights of Tucson’s favorite holiday tradition. Thousands of twinkling lights and lighted animals displays illuminated the beautiful Zoo grounds with sounds of the season being heard throughout the Zoo. Zoo Lights goes from December 6th through the 23rd with Encore Nights December 26th through the 30th. Santa will not be at the Encore Nights as…
Find out more »Winterhaven Festival of Lights
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 26, 2018
"Tucson's favorite holiday tradition." Q: Is there a Drive Through Night and can you walk through during that night? A: Yes. The Drive Thru Night is on the 26th for those who can't or choose not to walk. You can also walk during this night, just be careful as many cars drive without lights. Q: Where can I drop off my can food donation? A: There are donation stations at all four (4) entrances to the neighborhood. You can bring…
Find out more »Zoo Lights at Reid Park Zoo
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 23, 2018
One event on December 26, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 27, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 28, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 30, 2018 at 6:00pm
One event on December 29, 2018 at 6:00pm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Zoo Lights, presented by Tucson Electric Power. Sip hot chocolate as you stroll under the twinkling lights of Tucson’s favorite holiday tradition. Thousands of twinkling lights and lighted animals displays illuminated the beautiful Zoo grounds with sounds of the season being heard throughout the Zoo. Zoo Lights goes from December 6th through the 23rd with Encore Nights December 26th through the 30th. Santa will not be at the Encore Nights as…
Find out more »Winterhaven Festival of Lights
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until December 26, 2018
"Tucson's favorite holiday tradition." Q: Is there a Drive Through Night and can you walk through during that night? A: Yes. The Drive Thru Night is on the 26th for those who can't or choose not to walk. You can also walk during this night, just be careful as many cars drive without lights. Q: Where can I drop off my can food donation? A: There are donation stations at all four (4) entrances to the neighborhood. You can bring…
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