Fun things to do around town

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Millions of lights shine throughout the Phoenix Zoo during the annual Zoolights. Enjoy a holiday tree, carousel and camel rides, lakeside music-in-motion shows, nightly snowfall, photos with Santa Claus, a 200-foot-long Polar Slide, live reindeer and the new Wildlife Lantern Safari. | $11-$20

www.phoenixzoo.org/events/events-calendar

The largest lights and lantern festival in North America will be brightening Phoenix’s skies from November 21, 2019 - January 12, 2020 at the Arizona State Fair. Lights of the World is back for a third year, with completely new, and better light displays. Combining the age-old tradition of paper lanterns with cutting-edge technology, the Lights of the World lantern displays extend from 18 to 60 feet, amounting to over 10 million colorful lights, and showcase features of different cultures and civilizations around the globe.

With over 65 stunning displays, Lights of the World promises an unforgettable exploration of global cultures and cuisine. Lights of the World also possesses a litany of other entertainment features: as visitors walk through, they’ll encounter a world of surprises, including friendly, life-like dinosaurs, free carnival rides, and a daily free performance showcasing acrobatics or a sea lion show. Artisans will also be on site, creating unique, handmade art to commemorate the celebration.

Be sure to visit their website for more information and to purchase tickets! 

https://phoenix.lightsoftheworldus.com

This festival will feature over 25 Arizona Wineries pouring over 200 different wines and will have 5 to 7 food trucks, a vintage village and numerous other non-winery vendors. There will be live entertainment throughout the festival. | $20-$55

https://willcoxwinecountry.org/event/the-arizona-wine-festival