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OK, 2020, we’re ready for you! January is off to a fresh start with family fun runs to help jump-start those resolutions. Moana and her princess friends skate into the Valley when Disney on Ice presents “Mickey’s Search Party,” and the desert sky will be filled with dazzling color from several balloon festivals taking place this month. On your marks, get set — let’s go have a great year!
NOTE: Because last-minute schedule changes can occur, please confirm dates and times on event websites.
Jan. 1
First Day Hikes. Start the New Year off in good health! First Day Hikes are part of a nationwide initiative by America’s state parks to encourage families to get outdoors. On New Year’s Day, hundreds of free, guided hikes and tours are offered at state parks. Bring plenty of water, and don’t forget to pack the camera! American Girl’s 2020 Girl of the Year. Every year on Jan. 1, American Girl releases its newest “Girl of the Year” doll at in-store events with free activities. Hear the newest doll’s story, eat treats, enjoy a craft, and take home a themed giveaway while supplies last at American Girl in Scottsdale Quarter.Jan. 4
Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts. This free festival offers handmade gifts, music, food and fun for the whole family. Formerly known as the Mesa Arts and Crafts Festival, this event takes place on first and third Saturdays through April near the Mesa Arts Center. Night of the Three Kings at the Phoenix Zoo. Noche de Reyes Magos commemorates the day three wise men who followed the star to Bethlehem arrived bearing gifts for the Baby Jesus. Live mariachi music, Mexican food, games, activities and a chance to meet The Three Kings, who arrive on camels. Winter Water Safety Day and Polar Bear Plunge. Take the polar bear plunge at Peoria’s Sunrise Pool — where the (unheated) water temperature should be in the low 40s. Those daring enough to swim across will get a free shirt. This all-ages event is free and includes breakfast! A $25 donation will pay for two weeks of swimming lessons for any child.
Jan. 5
Resolution Run. Waste no time making your New Year’s resolution count at this 32nd annual event in Papago Park between the Phoenix Zoo and Desert Botanical Garden. Families and strollers welcome.Jan. 9-12
Havasu Balloon Festival and Fair. This three-day event attracts balloonists from around the world. Enjoy a hot-air balloon mass ascension, night glow, skydivers, arts and crafts, antique and classic cars, carnival rides, dog shows, kids events, kite balloon rides (tethered and untethered), live entertainment and more at Lake Havasu State Park.
Jan. 11
Barrett-Jackson Auction Family Value Day. View all of the cars on display and participate in activities at special family value rates at the world’s greatest collector car auction. Thousands of unique automobiles cross the auction block during this weeklong event in Scottsdale.
Itty Bitty Open. The Junior Golf Association of Arizona hosts the 2020 Itty Bitty Open at 20 Valley locations. Free and open to all kids ages 3-5, the event features three clinics (9, 10 and 11 a.m.) where juniors and their parents learn the basics of golf taught by qualified PGA and LPGA professionals. Then, kids participate in noncompetitive games. An adult “caddie” must accompany each golfer, who will receive a set of plastic golf clubs, balls, a bag and a visor.
Glitter and Glow Block Party. Enjoy more than a million dazzling holiday lights and a dozen hot-air balloons glowing throughout historic downtown Glendale. The party includes musical performances and food, and it marks the last opportunity to see Glendale’s holiday light display.
Jan. 20