SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - Arizona's Christmas City Hosts Its Largest Holiday Parade Yet!

Starting point is 00:00:00 Text to Speech Audio Articles made possible by Cast 11 Talking Glass Media. Get ready to celebrate the holiday season in Arizona's Christmas City. The Prescott Chamber of Commerce has announced the dates for two beloved annual events, the 43rd annual Christmas parade and the 71st annual courthouse lighting, taking place on Saturday December 6, 2025 in the heart of downtown Prescott. This year's Christmas parade, themed stars, stripes, and Christmas light, will highlight the individuals who bring joy and light to the season with 130 entries, making for the largest parade Prescott has had to date.

Starting point is 00:00:35 From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., floats, marching bands, festive music, and of course, Santa himself, will fill downtown Prescott with holiday cheer. After the parade, kids can meet Santa on the courthouse plaza until 5 p.m. The magic doesn't end there. Starting at 6 p.m., Prescott will host its milestone 71st annual courthouse lighting ceremony. Live Christmas music kicks off the evening at 5 p.m., creating a festive backdrop as the courthouse and over 80 glowing trees surrounding the plaza are illuminated with more than a million LED lights. To top it all off, a stunning fireworks display will light up the night sky after the courthouse sparkles to life. Prescott was proud to be recognized by Newsweek as one of the top 10 best Christmas towns in the country in 2024, a testament to the town's cherished holiday traditions.

Starting point is 00:01:23 We couldn't be more excited to welcome everyone to downtown Prescott. for this year's holiday season, shared Sherry Hiney, Executive Director of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce. All the Christmas City events make this year especially memorable and reflects our community's rich holiday history. A holiday tradition rooted in community spirit. The courthouse lighting dates back to 1954, when local organizations, including the Rotary Club and Prescott Elks Lodge number 330, collaborated to create the first Christmas display on the courthouse plaza. By 1955, inspired by Denver Civic Center, decorations expanded to include the courthouse itself, with red foil, lights, and a neon season's greeting sign. Through the years, support from the community drove the event to grow into the dazzling

Starting point is 00:02:08 display it is today, boasting some of the most elaborate decorations in the region. Getting their made easy. Once again, Prescott is offering a free shuttle service to make getting to the festivity seamless. Park at Prescott High School, located at 1050 Ruth Street, and Yavapai College, 1100 East Sheldon Street, enter off of Washington Street, and enjoy convenient drop-off at downtown Granite Street. The shuttle will operate between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m. and brings you right downtown. There will be a pause and service during the fireworks from 6.15 to 6.45 p.m. Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family to celebrate one of Arizona's most heartwarming holiday events. Join us in Prescott for a day filled with memories,

Starting point is 00:02:50 tradition, and plenty of holiday joy. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Arizona's Christmas City. All the Arizona Christmas City events are presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Finley Auto Group Prescott, Friends of the Jersey Lily and the City of Prescott. Additional support provided by Zebrascapes, ability remodeling, Semex, Culvers of Prescott, Pioneer Title, Spring Hill Suites, Residents Inn, C4-TH home improvement, APS, NAPA, R&R Auto and Truck Parts, Fancy That, Buckys Casino, Dignity Health, Yavapai Casino, Matt's Saloon, Lighthouse Coffee Company, The Daily Courier, Blind Brothers, Arizona, Black Arrow Native American jewelry, and art, KPPV 106.7 FM, KDL 94.3 FM,

Starting point is 00:03:35 1107 FM, Jack 94.7 FM, KIN 1130am, American Mailer, Your Home First Magazine, Sparklight Advertising, Desert Financial Credit Union, Torme, Elgado Azul, Prescott Living, Prescott Now, Magic 99.9 FM, Cough 92.9 FM, Hope Arizona Shine 103.9 FM. Mountain 93.9 FM, Prescott Woman Magazine, Bill's Pizza, Red White, and Brew, Hotel St. Michael, Barrett Propane, Hair Station 105, Footwork Auto License and Title, Quad Cities Business News, and Flagstaff Business News. About Prescott, Arizona's Christmas City. Prescott was officially designated as Arizona's Christmas City in 1989 because the city had long been known for its festive holiday events. Today, Prescott offers a multitude of holiday attractions and is increasingly a destination for visitors looking for special ways to celebrate. In 2022, the city of Prescott and Prescott Chamber of Commerce Foundation form the official Arizona

Starting point is 00:04:35 Christmas City Organization. This organization brought the city's main holiday events together under one umbrella, enabling event organizers to collaborate on marketing, fundraising, and sponsorship assistance. The following events now work together within the Arizona Christmas City Organization, the Prescott Holiday Light Parade, hosted by the Prescott Downtown partnership, the Christmas Parade and Courthouse Lighting, hosted by the Prescott Chamber of Commerce, the Acker Night Music Festival, hosted by the Ackar Foundation, and the Whiskey Row Boot Drop, hosted by the Whiskey Row Boot Drop, LLC. This collaboration will continue to grow and help support each event financially for years to come. Learn more at www.arizondacrisciti.com.

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SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - Arizona's Christmas City Hosts Its Largest Holiday Parade Yet!

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