An Electric Light Parade Will Turn Arizona Into A Whimsical Holiday Wonderland Next Month

Christmas light displays abound all across Arizona, but none quite compare to the splendor of the annual APS Electric Light Parade in Phoenix. You just have to see the eye-popping holiday cheer firsthand to believe it:

For over three decades, the APS Electric Light Parade has been uniting families, friends, businesses, and neighborhoods in an explosive celebration of the holiday season.

The theme for the APS Light Parade in 2023 is, "It's Electric," so expect to see lots of exciting displays and other typical Arizona symbols.

Everything and everyone will be covered in lights from head to toe.

Local high school bands decked out in festive attire play familiar jingles that signify Christmastime is here.

Talented dance teams will take to the streets and show off their moves.

Intricate choreography creates a dazzling synchronized display guaranteed to leave your senses overwhelmed in the best way possible at this fun parade of lights in Phoenix.

You'll instantly recognize characters from Nightmare Before Christmas and other iconic holiday films sitting tall and proud atop their respective floats.

Get up close and personal with Jack, Sully, and the whole gang on the day before the parade. With games, arts & crafts, and Santa, it's fun for the whole family!

Let's not forget about the giant balloons!

Elves, reindeer, and St. Nick himself soar high in the air and bring holiday cheer to all at the parade of lights in Arizona.

Feel free to bring a lawn chair and set up shop on the sidelines.

Bonus points if a steamy mug of hot cocoa and warm blanket tag along for the ride. Oh, and don't forget to bundle up - we all know how chilly winter nights in the desert can be.

It all starts on the corner of Central and Montebello Avenues at 7 p.m. on December 2.

The Christmas light parade in Arizona will last approximately two hours, coming to a stop on 7th Street and Indian School Road.

Visit the APS Electric Light Parade website to learn more.

Have you ever been to the APS Electric Light Parade? If so, we'd love to hear all about your favorite moments. If you'd like a sneak peek, take a look at this video footage from a previous year (but of course, it's so much better to experience in person):

If you travel from out of town for this event, check out this colorful, remodeled historic duplex just blocks from downtown Phoenix for an overnight stay afterward.

Check out our previous article for another mesmerizing holiday parade: The One Arizona Village That Transforms Into A Christmas Wonderland Each Year.