Photo: The lighted tree from last years’ event. (Courtesy of Pine Ridge Marketplace)
Arizona’s Christmas City is getting ready to celebrate once again and starting things off this year with festivities at the Pine Ridge Marketplace.
The Marketplace, located at 3250 Gateway Blvd.,(formerly the Gateway Mall) is excited to ring in the season with its second annual tree lighting on Tuesday, November 25 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the shopping center.
The special evening will include live entertainment, a parade and plentiful activities for the whole family to enjoy in partnership with the Prescott Chamber of Commerce.
“The tree lighting ceremony was truly a fan-favorite last year for guests and families to get into the holiday spirit,” said Anji Rude, creative director at Pine Ridge Marketplace. “The event is intended to unite the Prescott community and share the seasonal joy.”
Photo: The Pride of Prescott Marching Band during the first parade. (Courtesy)
The tree lighting event will feature a parade that will include the Prescott Fire and Police Departments, as well as the Granite Mountain Marines posting the colors. The parade will also feature live performances from the Prescott High School Marching Band, Abia Judd Carolers, and dance studio Lessons by Lexe.
Photo: Santa & Mrs. Claus get a warm welcome from Mayor Phil Goode. (Courtesy)
The parade will conclude with an appearance from Santa and Mrs. Claus, and they will be available for photos with guests after the event. Hot chocolate and other refreshments will be provided by Starting Point Church. Jim Thomas, founder of ESPIRE Sports at Pine Ridge, will be the event’s Master of Ceremonies.
The tree lighting ceremony and parade is the first to kick off the seasonal events at Pine Ridge Marketplace, and the kids and families will have plenty more chances to meet Santa and take photos November 28 through December 24.
This year, guests are welcome to bring their own cameras and take photos with Santa at no cost. Feel free to capture special holiday memories with your family and friends during your visit.
Holiday Events at Pine Ridge Marketplace
Santa Photo Hours
November 28-30 3- 7 pm
December 5-7 3-7 pm
December 12-14 3-7 pm
December 18-21 3-7 pm
December 22-24 12-7 pm
Violinist Kevin Kobus from Prescott Pops Orchestra
December 5 4-7 pm
December 19 4- 7 pm
Lessons by Lexe 6th Annual Nutcracker Snowglobe Experience
December 19-20 6-8 pm $10 for adults, $5 for children
Holiday Artisan Market
December 20-21 9:30 am to 3:30 pm with over 80 artisans
Jolly Jams featuring Travis Crow and Friends
December 20-21 12-3 pm
To learn more about the event and Pine Ridge Marketplace, visit pineridgemarketplace.com/events.
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About Pine Ridge Marketplace
The Marketplace has a collection of national, regional and local shops in beautiful Prescott, Arizona offers something for everyone, from national staples like Dillards and JC Penney to local gems like The Old Farmstead Mercantile and Espire Sports. To learn more about Pine Ridge Marketplace, visit www.pineridgemarketplace.com or follow at @shopineridge.
