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Prescott events in December 2026
Prescott Places lists 111 dated events in and around Prescott, Arizona for December 2026, 27 of them free and 22 with the Kids tag. Big dates: Prescott Christmas Parade, Sat, Dec 5; Courthouse Lighting, Sat, Dec 5; Acker Night Musical Showcase, Fri, Dec 11. Each links to the host's own page. Last checked Monday, Nov 2, 2026.
The big dates
- Prescott Christmas Parade, Sat, Dec 5. Streets around Courthouse Plaza
- Courthouse Lighting, Sat, Dec 5. Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza
- Acker Night Musical Showcase, Fri, Dec 11. Downtown Prescott shops and restaurants
Open all month
- Christmas Fair at The Center on Rosser, The Center on Rosser
- Christmas Indian Art Market, Museum of Indigenous People
- Holiday Cheers at WildLights (21+), Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary
- Holiday Cheers at WildLights (21+), Christmas weekend, Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary
- Mistletoe Madness Craft Fair, Del Rio Elementary School Gym
- Mountain Artists Guild Artist Spotlight at the Phippen, Phippen Art Museum, Kemper & Ethel Marley Gallery
- Photos With Santa at Pine Ridge Marketplace, Pine Ridge Marketplace
- The Hitchcock Foundation Collection, Phippen Art Museum, Lower Gallery
- Valley of Lights at Fain Park, Fain Park
- WildLights at Heritage Park Zoo, Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary
- Youth Learn to Skate: 6-Week Program begins, Findlay Toyota Center
- Youth Learn to Skate: Saturday Program begins, Findlay Toyota Center
Top picks, day by day
40+ eventsPrescott Places Pick: a one-time, must-do event we would plan the weekend around.
, Dancing
Country Swing Fundamentals at The Bee's Knees, Prescott's country and swing dance studio.
- When
- Wed, Dec 2, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- Cost
- $40 for the month; register online through the studio schedule page
- Where
- The Bee's Knees Dance Prescott, 215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Dancing
Progressive Two Step, classes 4-6 at The Bee's Knees, Prescott's country and swing dance studio.
- When
- Wed, Dec 2, 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
- Cost
- $75 per person for the 6-week course; continues the November course
- Where
- The Bee's Knees Dance Prescott, 215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Dancing
Arizona Two Step Intermediate at The Bee's Knees, Prescott's country and swing dance studio.
- When
- Thu, Dec 3, 6 PM to 8 PM
- Cost
- $15 drop-in
- Where
- The Bee's Knees Dance Prescott, 215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Theater and movies
Beautiful Feet Ballet's young dancers give a Nutcracker preview, then dance their way through favorite Christmas songs. A sweet early start to the holiday season at the historic Elks.
- When
- Thu, Dec 3, 7 PM
- Cost
- Not posted yet. The host link below has the latest.
- Where
- Elks Theatre, 117 E Gurley St., Prescott, AZ
Venue website (opens in a new tab)
Details at Prescott Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Center (opens in a new tab)
, Dancing
Country Swing Intermediate at The Bee's Knees, Prescott's country and swing dance studio.
- When
- Thu, Dec 3, 7 PM to 9 PM
- Cost
- $15 drop-in
- Where
- The Bee's Knees Dance Prescott, 215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Live musicFree
ASU professors Katherine McLin and Andrew Campbell dig into the stories behind familiar Christmas music, including songs that only became Christmas songs long after they were written. Free, daytime, and a good warm-up before AZ Phil's A Virtuoso Christmas on Dec 6.
- When
- Fri, Dec 4, 11 AM
- Cost
- Free
- Where
- Yavapai College Prescott Building 15, Room 255, 1100 E Sheldon St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Live music
Fourteenth-century carols over dinner, costumes encouraged. Your ugly sweater will look underdressed.
- When
- Fri, Dec 4, 5 PM to 7 PM
- Cost
- $125 per seat; two seatings, 5 PM and 7 PM
- Where
- Hassayampa Capital Canyon Club, 2060 Golf Club Lane, Prescott, AZ 86303
The Prescott Chorale hosts a dinner and performance of holiday carols and songs dating back as far as the 14th century. Singers perform in Renaissance costume and guests are invited to dress up too.
, Faith and community
Chino Valley's big holiday night, Route 66 style.
- When
- Fri, Dec 4, 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM
- Cost
- Not posted yet. The host link below has the latest.
- Where
- Memory Park, Palomino Rd and N Road 1 West, Chino Valley, AZ 86323
The Town of Chino Valley's December to Remember brings a Route 66 Christmas night to Memory Park for the whole family.
Details at Town of Chino Valley Community Services (opens in a new tab)
, Theater and movies
Beautiful Feet Ballet's young dancers return for a second night of Nutcracker highlights and holiday song dances. Grab tickets early if you want good seats.
- When
- Fri, Dec 4, 7 PM
- Cost
- Not posted yet. The host link below has the latest.
- Where
- Elks Theatre, 117 E Gurley St., Prescott, AZ
Venue website (opens in a new tab)
Details at Prescott Elks Theatre and Performing Arts Center (opens in a new tab)
, Big eventsFree
Floats, marching bands and Santa circling the Square. Stake out your curb early; the Phoenix tour buses already booked theirs.
- When
- Sat, Dec 5, 1 PM to 3 PM
- Cost
- Free; 1 to 3 PM; Santa on Courthouse Plaza until 5 PM
- Where
- Streets around Courthouse Plaza, 120 S Cortez St, Prescott, AZ
The 44th annual Christmas Parade fills downtown Prescott on the first Saturday afternoon in December, starting at 1 PM. The Prescott Chamber of Commerce runs it as part of Arizona's Christmas City season, and the Courthouse Lighting follows that evening.
Details at Prescott Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)
, Live music
The Prescott Chorale presents carols from around the world with special musical guests, plus cocoa and cookies.
- When
- Sat, Dec 5, 3 PM to 5 PM
- Cost
- Adults $35, students 19-22 $10, youth 18 and under free; online or at the door
- Where
- St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 2000 Shepherds Lane, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Makers
Broken glass becomes a Christmas tree, which is more than most of us manage with a box of ornaments.
- When
- Sat, Dec 5, 4:30 PM
- Cost
- $80, materials included; 4:30 to 6:30 PM
- Where
- Prescott Fine Art, 3250 Gateway Blvd, Suite 232, Prescott, AZ 86303
A recycle workshop at Prescott Fine Art where participants make Christmas trees from broken glass. Taught by Catrina Haberman, with all materials included in the fee.
, Big eventsFree
The big switch flip. Thousands of people, one countdown, and the Square goes from courthouse to snow globe.
- When
- Sat, Dec 5, 5 PM to 7:30 PM
- Cost
- Free; Live music from 5 PM with the PHS Chamber Singers and Ponderosa Grove; the Courthouse Lighting and fireworks start at 6 PM; Ends 7:30 PM; Free shuttle from Yavapai College
- Where
- Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza, 120 S Cortez St, Prescott, AZ
Music starts at 5 PM on the north steps of the Yavapai County Courthouse, with the Prescott High School Chamber Singers and Ponderosa Grove. At 6 PM the 72nd annual Courthouse Lighting and fireworks begin on the Courthouse Square.
Details at Prescott Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)
, Live music
Four vocal soloists, concertmaster Katherine McLin, pianist Andrew Campbell and AZ Phil chamber musicians perform Bach's Nativity cantata, carols and holiday works by Tchaikovsky and Mendelssohn.
- When
- Sun, Dec 6, 3 PM to 5 PM
- Cost
- $28 to $69, or ART 4 All donate-what-you-can
- Where
- Ruth Street Community Theater (Prescott High School), 1050 N Ruth St, Prescott, AZ
, Live music
Matthew Holter, Alberto Ranjel, Chach Snook and Dennis Tamblyn sing Christmas standards from around the world. Expect close harmonies and big solos in a Sunday matinee at the Elks Theatre.
- When
- Sun, Dec 6, 3 PM to 5 PM
- Cost
- Not posted yet. The host link below has the latest.
- Where
- Elks Theatre, 117 E Gurley St, Prescott, AZ
, Makers
A Wednesday morning ornament class where the only alcohol involved is in the ink.
- When
- Wed, Dec 9, 11 AM
- Cost
- $75, materials included; 11 AM to 1 PM
- Where
- Prescott Fine Art, 3250 Gateway Blvd, Suite 232, Prescott, AZ 86303
An alcohol ink ornament-making class at Prescott Fine Art taught by Trish Gray. All materials are included in the fee.
, Dancing
Country Swing Fundamentals at The Bee's Knees, Prescott's country and swing dance studio.
- When
- Wed, Dec 9, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- Cost
- $40 for the month
- Where
- The Bee's Knees Dance Prescott, 215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Dancing
Progressive Two Step, classes 4-6 at The Bee's Knees, Prescott's country and swing dance studio.
- When
- Wed, Dec 9, 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
- Cost
- $75 per person for the 6-week course
- Where
- The Bee's Knees Dance Prescott, 215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Theater and movies
Dickens' Christmas story returns as an old-time radio show, read by a cast of local theater favorites. Sound effects and audience participation are part of the fun. Sharlot Hall Museum lists two performances, at 5 PM and 7 PM.
- When
- Thu, Dec 10, 5 PM to 7 PM
- Cost
- Shows at 5 and 7 PM; Ticket details at the source
- Where
- Sharlot Hall Museum, 415 W Gurley St, Prescott, AZ
, Live musicFree
Downtown turns into dozens of tiny concert halls for one night. You will hear rock and bluegrass between the racks of a gift shop, and nobody charges a cover.
- When
- Fri, Dec 11, 5 PM to 8:30 PM
- Cost
- Free; Opening ceremony 5 PM on Gurley St, then music 5:30 to 8:30 PM in downtown shops; Tips for Scholarships fund music education
- Where
- Downtown Prescott shops and restaurants, Gurley St, Prescott, AZ
Every December, on the first Friday after the Courthouse Lighting, the J.S. Acker Music Park Association puts on a free night of music in downtown Prescott. An opening ceremony at 5 PM starts things off, and music runs from 5:30 to 8:30 PM.
Details at J.S. Acker Music Park Association (opens in a new tab)
, Sports and pickleball
Hundreds of Santas jogging the Brownlow Trail is the most Christmas City thing that can happen before lunch. Online sign-up closes Dec 9.
- When
- Sat, Dec 12, 10 AM
- Cost
- 10K 10 AM, 5K 10:10 AM, 1-Mile Rudolph Run 10:20 AM; Early bird about $18 to $61 through Dec 9; higher day-of; Ages 6 and under free, ages 7 to 18 $10
- Where
- Brownlow Trail, 1185 Commerce Drive, Prescott, AZ 86305
The 2026 Christmas City Santa Run offers a 10K, 5K and 1-Mile Rudolph Run on the Brownlow Trail, with proceeds going to The Launch Pad Teen Center. Day-of registration and bib pickup are at the Kuebler Sports Complex overflow lot, and Friday packet pickup is Dec 11 from 4 to 8 PM at Fleet Feet Prescott. Kids 6 and under run free.
, Theater and movies
The holiday ballet, local dancers.
- When
- Sat, Dec 12, 7 PM to 11:30 PM
- Cost
- Also Sun Dec 13 at 3 PM and 7 PM; live orchestra by Arizona Philharmonic; tickets at ybtheatre.org
- Where
- Ruth Street Community Theater (Prescott High School), 1050 N Ruth St, Prescott, AZ
Yavapai Ballet Theatre brings The Nutcracker to Prescott for the holidays.
, Live musicFree
Eric Ramsey plays the library's Sunday afternoon CoffeeHouse series. Settle in for an easy holiday-season concert.
- When
- Sun, Dec 13, 2 PM to 3:30 PM
- Cost
- Free
- Where
- Prescott Public Library, 215 E Goodwin St, Prescott, AZ 86303
, Dancing
Prescott Ballroom's holiday dance: a waltz lesson, open dancing and a potluck.
- When
- Sun, Dec 13, 2 PM to 5 PM
- Cost
- $15 per person; waltz lesson 2 to 3 PM, open dancing 3 to 5 PM; holiday attire; potluck, RSVP requested; The October newsletter said Dec 11, so check with Prescott Ballroom before you go
- Where
- The Center on Rosser, 1280 E Rosser St, Suite B, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Live music
Guitarist Esteban and his daughter, violinist Teresa Joy, blend flamenco, classical guitar and holiday music. The Christmas concert is billed as a family holiday tradition at the Historic Elks Theatre.
- When
- Sun, Dec 13, 3 PM to 5 PM
- Cost
- Not posted yet. The host link below has the latest.
- Where
- Elks Theatre, 117 E Gurley St, Prescott, AZ
, Live music
The Yavapai College Concert Band, Symphony Orchestra and Symphonic Band play holiday favorites, carols and seasonal classics.
- When
- Sun, Dec 13, 3 PM to 5 PM
- Cost
- Tickets at ycpac.com or 928-776-2000
- Where
- Yavapai College Performing Arts Center, 1100 E Sheldon St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Theater and movies
Yavapai Ballet Theatre brings The Nutcracker to Prescott for the holidays.
- When
- Sun, Dec 13, 3 PM
- Cost
- Sun Dec 13 at 3 PM; also 7 PM that night and Sat Dec 12 at 7 PM; Live orchestra by Arizona Philharmonic; tickets at ybtheatre.org
- Where
- Ruth Street Community Theater (Prescott High School), 1050 N Ruth St, Prescott, AZ
, Theater and movies
- When
- Sun, Dec 13, 6 PM to 8 PM
- Cost
- Prices at the box office or Ticketmaster
- Where
- Findlay Toyota Center, 3201 N Main St, Prescott Valley, AZ
, Theater and movies
Yavapai Ballet Theatre brings The Nutcracker to Prescott for the holidays.
- When
- Sun, Dec 13, 7 PM
- Cost
- Sun Dec 13 at 7 PM; also 3 PM that day and Sat Dec 12 at 7 PM; Live orchestra by Arizona Philharmonic; tickets at ybtheatre.org
- Where
- Ruth Street Community Theater (Prescott High School), 1050 N Ruth St, Prescott, AZ
, Live music
Christmas carols on electric guitar.
- When
- Wed, Dec 16, 6 PM to 8 PM
- Cost
- Tickets at raibleloft.com; 6 to 10 PM
- Where
- The Loft at Raible Block, 116 N Cortez St, Prescott, AZ 86301
Guitarist Gary Hoey brings his Ho! Ho! Hoey Rockin' Holiday Show to The Loft at Raible Block for the first time.
, Dancing
Country Swing Fundamentals at The Bee's Knees, Prescott's country and swing dance studio.
- When
- Wed, Dec 16, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- Cost
- $40 for the month
- Where
- The Bee's Knees Dance Prescott, 215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Dancing
Progressive Two Step, classes 4-6 at The Bee's Knees, Prescott's country and swing dance studio.
- When
- Wed, Dec 16, 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
- Cost
- $75 per person for the 6-week course
- Where
- The Bee's Knees Dance Prescott, 215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Dancing
Arizona Two Step Intermediate at The Bee's Knees, Prescott's country and swing dance studio.
- When
- Thu, Dec 17, 6 PM to 8 PM
- Cost
- $15 drop-in
- Where
- The Bee's Knees Dance Prescott, 215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Dancing
Country Swing Intermediate at The Bee's Knees, Prescott's country and swing dance studio.
- When
- Thu, Dec 17, 7 PM to 9 PM
- Cost
- $15 drop-in
- Where
- The Bee's Knees Dance Prescott, 215 N McCormick St, Prescott, AZ 86301
, Big eventsFree
Free ice skating, photos with Santa and a carnival in the middle of December.
- When
- Sat, Dec 19, 3 PM to 9 PM
- Cost
- Free; Runs 3 to 9 PM
- Where
- Ken Lindley Field, 702 E Gurley St, Prescott, AZ 86301
The City of Prescott's new free winter festival: ice skating, photos with Santa, food trucks, vendors, live music, carnival rides, games and crafts.
Details at City of Prescott Recreation Services (opens in a new tab)
, Live music
- When
- Sat, Dec 19, 7 PM
- Cost
- Not posted yet. The host link below has the latest.
- Where
- Elks Theatre, 117 E Gurley St, Prescott, AZ
, Live music
The Prescott POPS Symphony and Chorus open the holidays for the 34th season, and the host says it always sells out. Buy early or hum along at home.
- When
- Sun, Dec 20, 3 PM to 5 PM
- Cost
- Not posted yet. The host link below has the latest.
- Where
- Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center, 1100 E Sheldon St, Prescott, AZ 86301
Venue website (opens in a new tab)
Details at Jim and Linda Lee Performing Arts Center (opens in a new tab)
, Live music
Remember the Andy Williams and Bing Crosby Christmas specials? This tribute brings back singing, dancing and holiday songs with four lead performers and a six-piece band. It runs about two hours, and families are welcome.
- When
- Sun, Dec 20, 3 PM to 5 PM
- Cost
- Not posted yet. The host link below has the latest.
- Where
- Elks Theatre, 117 E Gurley St, Prescott, AZ
, Sports and pickleball
Singing bowls, tuning forks and a medicine drum on the solstice. Bring a pillow and lie down on purpose for once in December.
- When
- Mon, Dec 21, 7 PM
- Cost
- $33; 7 to 8 PM
- Where
- Toothpick Art Studio, 371 Garden St, Suite D, Prescott, AZ 86305
A one-hour solstice sound bath led by Sheena Yakopatz of Sacred Dance Healing Arts, using a medicine drum, tuning forks, chimes, crystal bowls and Tibetan singing bowls. Participants lie down and rest while the sound plays. Bring a yoga mat, blanket and pillow; all sales are final.
, Faith and community
A New Year's Eve that runs until 11:59 PM with zero hangover built in.
- When
- Thu, Dec 31, 2 PM to 4 PM
- Cost
- Not posted yet. The host link below has the latest.
- Where
- Grace M. Sparkes Memorial Activity Center, 824 E Gurley St, Prescott, AZ
The Museum of Indigenous People hosts its annual New Year's Eve Sobriety Powwow, an indoor, family-friendly social gathering. It runs from 2 PM to 11:59 PM.
Questions people ask (4 questions)
- How many events are in Prescott in December 2026?
- We list 111 dated events in Chino Valley, Prescott, Prescott Valley: December 2026. 27 are free and 22 are tagged for kids.
- What are the biggest events in Prescott in December?
- Prescott Christmas Parade (Sat, Dec 5); Courthouse Lighting (Sat, Dec 5); Acker Night Musical Showcase (Fri, Dec 11).
- Are Prescott events in December free?
- 27 of the 111 dated events are free. The price on each listing is the one the host posts.
- Where do these listings come from?
- Each one is checked on the host's own page. See how we check every listing at /how-we-check.
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