Christmas In These 9 Arizona Towns Looks Like Something From A Hallmark Movie

We're lucky to live in such a festive state. Many Main Streets are lined with millions of glittering bulbs, ice-skating rinks fill downtown squares, and trains whiz through the countryside en route to Santa's Workshop. Big cities and small towns alike in Arizona go all-out for the holiday season, and these nine might just be the downright best Christmas towns in AZ! What do you think? Which Arizona Christmas towns would you add to the list?

1. Flagstaff

Flagstaff is home to the North Pole Experience, where tiny tots get a complete tour of Santa's Workshop. Learn the art of toymaking from friendly elves, try some of Mrs. Claus's decadent Christmas cookies, and meet the big man in red himself! Plenty of other places, like Riordan Mansion State Park, are all decked out in lights and decor as well.

2. Tucson

Tucson's annual Christmas parade takes place every December, among lots of other wonderful events and festivities. The parade features brilliantly decorated floats, live entertainment, food vendors, and an entire downtown decorated for the season. Other can't-miss displays include Tohono Chul Park, Tucson Botanical Garden, and the Winterhaven neighborhood, just to mention a few. Christmas in AZ is at its best in beautiful Tucson.

3. Tempe

Arizonans flock to Tempe this time of year to see the spectacle that is Mill Avenue, a street adorned with tons of beautiful lights. You won't want to miss the Fantasy Lights Parade either! There are also several holiday concerts taking place at ASU all month long, so keep an eye out.

4. Williams

This quirky Route 66 town is where you'll find the Polar Express Train, a famed holiday attraction taking passengers on an enchanting ride to Santa's Village. There'll be elves, story time, cookies and hot chocolate, and plenty of family photo opportunities. Plus, several historic restaurants and shops are decorated for the season!

5. Phoenix

It's no surprise that Arizona's largest city would make the list. Hundreds of festivities take place here all month long, the most notable being ZooLights, Las Noches de las Luminarias, and CityScape's ice rink.

6. Glendale

One of the most popular towns in Arizona to visit during Christmastime, Glendale's town square gets transformed into an absolute winter wonderland. It's the largest free holiday light display in the entire state, featuring live music, tasty food, and antique shopping.

7. Lake Havasu City

Every building in this charming English village gets set ablaze at Christmastime. Do some last-minute shopping, ice skate at London Bridge Resort, and admire all the boats decked out in lights. This little Christmas village in AZ is something you'll not soon forget!

8. Mesa

Christmas is sprinkled all throughout Mesa, but Main Street is where you'll find most of the festivities. The month-long celebration includes ice skating, arts and crafts, movie screenings, and visits from Santa. See some of the best Christmas lights displays in Arizona at Mesa's very own Vertuccio Farms.

9. Prescott

Arizona's official Christmas City certainly lives up to its title, with a downtown square that comes alive with millions of glittering bulbs. Activities include live performances, holiday craft fairs, and parades.

Have you ever visited any of these AZ towns at Christmastime? What are your all-time favorite picks for the best Christmas towns in AZ? Let us know in the comments!

To learn more about why Prescott is our official "Christmas City," check out the most enchanting Main Street in the country