Posted in Arizona August 30, 2020 by

The Valley’s Beloved World Of Illumination Will Be Returning To Arizona

Arizona boasts several spectacular Christmas light displays, but one, in particular, stands out above all the rest. World of Illumination is the largest drive-thru holiday light show of its kind on earth, and it promises to get you in the holiday spirit. Listen to all your favorite festive tunes and enjoy the magic!

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In November, the largest animated drive-thru holiday light show on Earth will once again return to the Grand Canyon State.
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World of Illumination boasts over two million LED lights synchronized to iconic festive tunes, creating a spectacle of sight and sound you'll never forget.
A series of tunnels, lit on all sides by twinkling bulbs, are like portals into a Christmas wonderland.
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It's a magical event for kids one to 92, and with locations in both Tempe and Glendale, Arizonans everywhere can partake in the enchantment.
The sprawling display features candy canes, nutcrackers, presents, snowmen, and basically everything else symbolic of holiday cheer.
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When the music starts, you'll gaze in wide-eyed wonder at the perfect symphony.
It's like an intricate dance, as no one element could stand alone.
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Classic songs put you in the holiday spirit as the lights flash, swirl, and pulse to the beat.
Can you believe this tree takes nearly 10,000 lights to illuminate?
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It's the largest of its kind in Arizona -- just wait until you see it in action!
Since it is a drive-thru event, World of Illumination effortlessly allows for social distancing.
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For added safety, your experience will be entirely touchless, with online ticket purchase and greeters wearing masks. Hand sanitizer will also be readily available.
There are plenty of photo-ops to take advantage of, so don't leave without snapping some pics!
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The memories you'll make here are far too sweet to go undocumented.

Visit the World of Illumination website or Facebook page to learn more and purchase tickets when they become available.

Have you ever been to this world-class light display? If so, we’d love to hear all the holly jolly details! Let us know, and check out our previous article for another bucket-list-worthy Christmas light spectacle: The Christmas Town In Arizona That Has One Million Christmas Lights On Main Street.

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