Phoenix · every December

Las Noches de las Luminarias 2026

Desert Botanical Garden's holiday tradition lights the desert landscape with thousands of luminarias, live music, and Santa visits.

Usually held: December, every year
Where: Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix

Quick questions

When is Las Noches de las Luminarias?: Usually held in December. This year's exact dates appear above as soon as the organizer announces them.
Where is it held?: Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix.
Is it good for kids?: Las Noches de las Luminarias is a Phoenix family guide — it is picked with kids in mind. The event listing above shows age guidance when the organizer provides it.

Dates for the next edition are usually announced closer to December. Until then, see what's on this weekend in Phoenix.

Updated September 11, 2026 — this guide refreshes whenever the organizer announces dates.