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SADDLE UP FOR
HOLIDAY MAGIC:
Unfurl your spirit into a timeless Western
Winter Wonderland, where the rhythmic
cadence of hooves echoes through
the sun-kissed canyons and shadowed
spires of the legendary Superstition
Mountains, inviting you to embark on
enchanting horseback tours that weave
holiday magic amid the desert’s ancient,
whispering embrace.
CELEBRATE
THE MAGIC OF
THE HOLIDAYS
IN OLD TOWN
COTTONWOOD!
Get ready for twinkling lights, jolly music,
and festive fun that will warm your heart
and brighten your season.
GIVE THANKS
PHOENIX STYLE
From frybread stuffing to mesquite-smoked turkey,
savor Valley chefs’ twists on Thanksgiving classics—
plus where to volunteer or dine out for a cause.
NATIVE VOICES RISING:
CELEBRATING HERITAGE
MONTH IN PHOENIX
Powwows, art markets at Heard Museum, and
Indigenous-led hikes—honoring Native American
Heritage Month with events that echo Arizona’s first
stories.
ICE IN THE DESERT:
WINTER FUN FOR
EVERY AGE
Skate at CitySkate, sip cocoa at Las Noches de las
Luminarias, and discover family-friendly winter events
that make Phoenix sparkle without the snow.
SADDLE UP FOR
HOLIDAY MAGIC:
Unfurl your spirit into a timeless Western
Winter Wonderland, where the rhythmic
cadence of hooves echoes through
the sun-kissed canyons and shadowed
spires of the legendary Superstition
Mountains, inviting you to embark on
enchanting horseback tours that weave
holiday magic amid the desert’s ancient,
whispering embrace.
CELEBRATE
THE MAGIC OF
THE HOLIDAYS
IN OLD TOWN
COTTONWOOD!
Get ready for twinkling lights, jolly music,
and festive fun that will warm your heart
and brighten your season.
GIVE THANKS
PHOENIX STYLE
From frybread stuffing to mesquite-smoked turkey,
savor Valley chefs’ twists on Thanksgiving classics—
plus where to volunteer or dine out for a cause.
NATIVE VOICES RISING:
CELEBRATING HERITAGE
MONTH IN PHOENIX
Powwows, art markets at Heard Museum, and
Indigenous-led hikes—honoring Native American
Heritage Month with events that echo Arizona’s first
stories.
ICE IN THE DESERT:
WINTER FUN FOR
EVERY AGE
Skate at CitySkate, sip cocoa at Las Noches de las
Luminarias, and discover family-friendly winter events
that make Phoenix sparkle without the snow.
SADDLE UP FOR
HOLIDAY MAGIC:
Unfurl your spirit into a timeless Western
Winter Wonderland, where the rhythmic
cadence of hooves echoes through
the sun-kissed canyons and shadowed
spires of the legendary Superstition
Mountains, inviting you to embark on
enchanting horseback tours that weave
holiday magic amid the desert’s ancient,
whispering embrace.
CELEBRATE
THE MAGIC OF
THE HOLIDAYS
IN OLD TOWN
COTTONWOOD!
Get ready for twinkling lights, jolly music,
and festive fun that will warm your heart
and brighten your season.
GIVE THANKS
PHOENIX STYLE
From frybread stuffing to mesquite-smoked turkey,
savor Valley chefs’ twists on Thanksgiving classics—
plus where to volunteer or dine out for a cause.
NATIVE VOICES RISING:
CELEBRATING HERITAGE
MONTH IN PHOENIX
Powwows, art markets at Heard Museum, and
Indigenous-led hikes—honoring Native American
Heritage Month with events that echo Arizona’s first
stories.
ICE IN THE DESERT:
WINTER FUN FOR
EVERY AGE
Skate at CitySkate, sip cocoa at Las Noches de las
Luminarias, and discover family-friendly winter events
that make Phoenix sparkle without the snow.
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DTPR NOVEMBER THROUGH DECEMBER 2025 / ENTERTAINMENT
This November and December
Celebrate the Magic of the Holidays
in Old Town Cottonwood!
-by Annabel Sclippa
Photo by: Jenelle Bass Bonifield
Photo by: Jenelle Bass Bonifield
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DTPR MAGAZINE #15-6: November - December 2025
**Old Town Cottonwood is your ultimate
Holiday Dream Destination this November
and December!**
Get ready for twinkling lights, jolly music, and festive
fun that will warm your heart and brighten your season.
“Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la, joy and cheer are in the air!”
November Festivities: Wine, Art, and Jolly Times!
Kick off the holiday season with a splash of style and sparkle
at the 19th Annual “Walkin’ on Main” on November 8th,
2025; 11am-5pm!
https://cottonwoodaz.gov/
https://www.azwom.com/
“Oh, what fun it is to sip and shop, in Old Town
Cottonwood!”
Join us as we celebrate the Heart of Arizona Wine Country
with a delightful day filled with **local wines**, colorful
**art exhibits**, a thrilling **car show**, and lively **music**!
Our Main Street is closed to make room for all of the wine
and art tents. Wander through these, plus our charming
tasting rooms and galleries, enjoy festive treats, and experience
the warmth of our community.
**Highlights include:**
•
**Wine Tasting** sponsored by the Verde Valley Wine
Consortium—sample the newly released plus special
library wines! *Buy tickets NOW
https://www.strideevents.com/walkin-on-main/event-information
•
**Car Show** presented by Red Rock Collision—come
meet the owners and snap photos of these classic
beauties against a scenic historic old town backdrop!
•
**Live Music** from 11am to 5pm, with joyful tunes
from local bands Local Honey and the Well Dressed
Wolves plus more! 2025 Lineup: 11am-1pm — TBD,
1:30pm-3pm — Local Honey, 3:30pm-5pm — Well
Dressed Wolves.
•
**Art Exhibits and Artists On-Site** - including yours truly
in The Eureka Tasting Room, showing my original art,
prints and merch.
https://theeurekaroomaz.com/
*“Raise your glass, sing along, share laughter,
love, and holiday song!”*
Photo by: LaBelle Social Media
Photo by: LaBelle Social Media
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DTPR NOVEMBER THROUGH DECEMBER 2025 / ENTERTAINMENT
“The Verde Valley Wine Consortium assists in creating,
nurturing and advancing the Verde Valley as a significant
and important wine region. Member wineries pouring at
this years Walkin’ on Main are local to the Verde Valley.
They will be sharing with you some newly released wines
along with some of their very special library wines. This is
your opportunity to taste them all in the one location!”
— Paula Woolsey, VVWC President and Wine Educator
https://verdevalleywine.org/
The City of Cottonwood celebrates the Heart of Arizona
Wine Country with the 19th Annual “Walkin’ on Main” on
November 8th, 2025. Showcasing local wines, art exhibits,
retail vendors, a car show and live music. And don’t forget—
adventure waits at every corner with local shops, galler-
ies, and restaurants. It’s free, fun for the whole family, and
a perfect way to embrace the spirit of the season, and
start your exceptional Holiday Shopping.
For updates, car/vendor apps, and more, visit the City of
Cottonwood’s WOM website:
https://www.azwom.com/
December Delights: Christmas Parade, Chocolate,
and Cheer!
**December kicks off with a flurry of festivities!**
Begin your holiday adventure on **Friday, December 5**
4pm-7pm, with the **VIP Wine & Chocolate Experience**—
an indulgent evening of exquisite wines and decadent
chocolates. *“Tis the season to sip and savor!”* ONLY 100
Tickets available. Buy here now:
https://www.oldtown.org/vipevent.html
Then, on **Saturday, December 6**, experience the
heartwarming **70th Annual Cottonwood Christmas
Parade**! Starting at 11am, watch floats, horses, danc-
ers, and Santa himself bring holiday magic to Main
Street. Wrap up your day with **shopping, dining, and
holiday cheer** in our charming Old Town. Starting
from the parking lot at the Verde Valley Fairgrounds,
the Parade will travel east on Cherry Street, turn left on
Main Street and continue down Main Street into Old Town
Cottonwood, ending at N Cactus Street. Pull up your lounge
chair along the route and enjoy the show!
https://www.verdevalleyevents.com/event/cottonwoods-66th-annual-christmas-parade/
Photography by: Jenelle Bass Bonifield
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DTPR MAGAZINE #15-6: November - December 2025
Last year, the Chocolate Walk featured deee-lightful
home-made entries from talented local chefs. The winners
of the 2024 chocolatier competition were:
•
1st Place: Merkin Vineyards - Chef Brian: Hand-painted
Tiramisu Bon Bon
•
2nd Place: Four 8 Fried Chicken - Chef Smith: Shortbread
Butter Toffee Milk Chocolate topped with a hint of Himalayan Salt
•
3rd Place: Bocce - Chef Geno: Mint Chocolate Cheesecake
topped with Dried Cranberries & Pistachios
Congratulations are also in order for J&J Antiques, voted
the People’s Choice Best Decorated Storefront, for its
dazzling holiday display, which added even more extra
cheer to Old Town.
https://merkintrattoria.com/
https://four8wineworks.com/
https://boccecottonwood.com/
https://www.facebook.com/JJAntiquesLLC/
*“Oh, Christmas Tree, oh, Christmas Tree, your
lights are glowing just for me!”*
Be sure to catch the **Old Town Light Show** at dusk, with
merry music and sparkling displays—perfect for creating
magical holiday memories.
**Pro tip:** Make it a cozy overnight trip! Stay in one of
Old Town’s historic houses—snuggle up, sip hot cocoa,
and dream of sugarplums.
https://www.oldtown.org/lodging.html
But the fun doesn’t stop there! Continuing
on Saturday, December 6, 2025: 3pm-
7pm, Join us for the **32nd Annual Old
Town Chocolate Walk**—a sweet stroll
through decorated streets filled with
handcrafted chocolates, local eateries,
and Mingus Union High School Choir’s
joyful carollers singing “Jingle Bells.” The
streets will sparkle, and Santa might be
strolling by! ONLY 400 tickets available!
https://www.oldtown.org/chocolate.html
Join the Holiday Joy!
Old Town Cottonwood truly shines during the season with **Mom & Pop shops**, twinkling lights, joyful music, and community
spirit. Whether you’re here for the wine, chocolates, parades, or just to soak in the holiday atmosphere, we can’t wait to
welcome you! And not a Chain Store around will you find. Know that you are surely Supporting Local, when you buy your
gifts here, for everyone on your lists, everywhere. See some of our shops on the Cottonwood Old Town Association website:
https://www.oldtown.org/shopping.html
Let the season of cheer begin—**Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la, happy holidays to you all!**
**For more info and updates, visit:**
Old Town Cottonwood Events: https://www.oldtown.org/
Verde Valley Christmas Parade: https://www.verdevalleyevents.com/event/cottonwoods-66th-annual-christmas-parade
Chocolate Walk Details: https://www.oldtown.org/chocolate/
Happy Holidays from your festive friends in Old Town Cottonwood!