EVENT FEATURES
6PM debut of Marana’s NEW 45-foot tall Christmas Tree with 18,000 RGB lights. This is the LARGEST municipal tree in the state of Arizona! Encore at 8:30PM.
FREE Photo with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Mistletoe Market featuring LOCAL Artisan & Craft Vendors for holiday shopping
Community Performances on TWO stages (FULL SCHEDULE HERE)
Creation Station presented by Lucky Cat Social Art
Over 30 Food Trucks & Food Vendors
Letters to Santa Station
FREE rides on the Holiday Train
Free Bouncy Castles and Inflatable experiences
Photo Booth presented by Desert Photo Booth
HOLIDAY FESTIVAL EVENT MAP
SPONSORS
We appreciate our Silver Sponsor, HUGHES FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, for generously sponsoring Santa & Mrs. Claus during their visit to Marana at the festival. You can get a free photo with The Clauses in the MMC Courtyard near Santa’s Stage. Learn more about HFCU HERE
We appreciate our Silver Sponsor, ENCANTADA LUXURY PARTMENT HOMES, for generously sponsoring the Photo Booth at the event. You can get a free strip with silly props in the MMC Courtyard near Santa’s Stage. Learn more about La Encantada Luxury Apartments HERE.
We appreciate our Silver Sponsor, PIMA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, for generously sponsoring the Free Ornament Crafting at the Creation Station and Musical Instrument Petting Zoo. These attractions can be found in Santa’s Courtyard. Learn more about PFCU HERE.
DIRECTIONS & PARKING
LOCATION: Marana Municipal Complex, 11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana, AZ 85653
DIRECTIONS TO EVENT ENTRANCE: GET DIRECTIONS HERE
EVENT MAIN PARKING LOT ENTRANCE: Follow the traffic signs in the area that lead to Sandario & Barnett. You will enter the event at W. Civic Center Drive off Barnett. Marana PD will be running point control to direct traffic to the main parking lot. Parking attendants will assist you with available parking spaces.
HANDICAP PARKING: There is a designated lot for handicapped parking at MHC Healthcare’s covered parking lot. Security staff will direct you to the Handicap lot upon request.
EXPECT DELAYS: Traffic in the area may be congested and/or slow off Marana Road and Tangerine exits entering/exiting the event. We appreciate your patience and kindness so that everyone can enjoy this event!
COURTESY SHUTTLE
RETURNING THIS YEAR: The event will have courtesy shuttles running continuously throughout the event from Marana Middle School (11285 W Grier Rd, Marana, AZ 85653 ). There will be a shuttle stop set up at Marana Middle School and security at this location for the duration of the event. You can park here and be shuttled just a few minutes down the road and be dropped off at the Mistletoe Market. Shuttle runs back and forth from 2:30-10:00 PM.
SHUTTLE NOTES:
Depending on traffic, the estimated roundtrip journey from the park to the Marana Middle School Parking Lot into the event is 4-6 minutes.
Be aware that there could be a longer-than-normal wait time due to the excessive traffic in the area before and after the event.
There will be (1) handicapped-designated shuttle assigned to the Marana Middle School lot.
TIPS & AMENITIES FOR GUESTS
Check the WEATHER before you come.
Plan on wearing very sturdy, and comfortable shoes as guests may encounter uneven, surfaces. A hat and sunscreen are recommended for the daytime and a jacket is recommended at night as it will be chilly. Holiday attire is encouraged!
Families: This is a family-friendly event with activities for all ages.
#MaranaDogLife: Dogs are welcome if they are leashed and picked up after. We recommend any dogs that attend Marana events are comfortable in large crowds.
Amenities on Site: ATM, Handicap Bathrooms, Courtesy Shuttle, Food and Beverage Vendors and Seating Areas.