Festive Events
at Westgate Entertainment District
There’s no place like Westgate for the holidays!
Step inside our magical winter wonderland with fun & festive events for the entire family!
• Friday, November 8 - Sunday, January 12 – Skate Westgate
• Tuesday, November 26 – Holiday Tree Lighting
• Tuesday, November 26 - Tuesday, December 24 – Visit Santa
• Friday, November 29 - Saturday, December 21 – Free Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides
• Sunday, December 22 – Santa Hustle 5K & Half Marathon
SKATE WESTGATE
November 8 - January 12
Fountain Park
Kids & adults can partake in a timeless holiday tradition – outdoor ice skating on our real ice rink! Make magical memories with your loved ones as you glide through an unforgettable winter wonderland. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’re performing pirouettes or strapping on skates for the first time.
Visit westgateaz.com/skate for hours & pricing.
Holiday Tree Lighting
Tuesday, November 26
Fountain Park, 7pm
Cue the holiday spirit… it’s twinkle time at Westgate! Attend our action-packed affair to experience the luminous tree lighting, get candid with Santa Claus, Skate Westgate & more!
Santa will be available for photos from 7-9pm. Visit westgateaz.com/santa for details.
Skate Westgate will be open from 11am-10:45pm. Visit westgateaz.com/skate for details & pricing.
Visit Santa
November 26 - December 24
Fountain Park
Visit Westgate Entertainment District to share wishes & snap pics with Ol’ Saint Nick! Plus, don’t forget to bring your paws to see the Claus on select days (December 9, 16 & 23)! Photo packages are available for purchase, but are not required. All guests will receive one (1) free downloadable photo.
Visit westgateaz.com/santa for hours.
Free Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides
Fridays & Saturdays
November 29 - December 21
AMC Theatres Roundabout, 5-9pm*
Bundle up for free, cozy carriage rides around the boulevard! The carriage pick-up & drop-off location will be at the AMC Theatres roundabout.
*Carriage rides will be available between 6-10pm on Saturday, November 30 & Saturday, December 14. All holiday carriage rides are offered first come, first served.
Santa Hustle 5K & Half Marathon
Sunday, December 22
WaterDance Plaza, 8am
Santa Hustle is coming back to town! Jingle all the way through a 5K or half marathon course with candy & cookies, festive music, creative Christmas images & so much more!
Visit santahustle.com/arizona for details & to register.
Use promo codeWGXMAS to save $5 off registration.
Jingle & Mingle
Book Now
Take note, holiday party planners… Hosting a holiday affair requires advance preparation, date designation & making a reservation! We’ve got your all-inclusive answer to holiday party entertainment. Pro Tip: book now!
Visit westgateaz.com/party to book now.
Live Music
Every Friday & Saturday Night
7-10pm
Enjoy free concerts every Friday & Saturday
night at Fountain Park.
Visit westgateaz.com for lineup.
