20th Annual Christmas in July | Saturday, July 11, 2026
Make plans to attend a holly, jolly and merry-filled day at the 20th Annual Christmas in July in Historic Downtown Glendale and Catlin Court on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Start your holiday journey at the Arizona Information Center located at 5836 W. Palmaire Ave. to pick up the event map and activity sheet. Here
Make plans to attend a holly, jolly and merry-filled day at the 20th Annual Christmas in July in Historic Downtown Glendale and Catlin Court on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Start your holiday journey at the Arizona Information Center located at 5836 W. Palmaire Ave. to pick up the event map and activity sheet. Here, you can also pick up the Christmas in July Specialty Sticker (for the first 100 attendees). The stickers are a part of the series of monthly stickers which showcases the themed events in Historic Downtown Glendale.
Many of the renowned boutique stores, specialty shops and iconic eateries will feature festive menu items, holiday gift ideas, and merry make-and take-crafts.
The Historic Downtown Glendale Charm Trail returns with a special charm for the day. Start a bracelet or add to your existing downtown bracelet.
The holiday spirit continues with a Back-to-School Supply drive to benefit the Glendale Elementary School District. Needed supplies include rulers, crayons, glue sticks, #2 pencils, notebook paper and pencil sharpeners. For a complete list of requested supplies, CLICK HERE. Drop off your donations at the Arizona Information Center.
A cool and comfortable shuttle will be available to transport event attendees throughout the area free of charge. The shuttle is sponsored by City of Glendale Councilmember Lauren Tolmachoff and City of Glendale Councilmember Bart Turner. The shuttle will have multiple stops in Catlin Court, Old Towne, and a stop every 20 minutes at Cerreta Candy Company. The shuttle will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Davita Solter, a long-time Glendale resident, will be on the shuttle providing narration and directions to activities.
Admission to the event is free, some make-and-take crafts have a nominal fee. All activities take place inside the shops and restaurants to offer a cool downtown experience. There is plenty of free parking throughout the area including a parking garage with free covered parking at 58th Drive and Palmaire.
Christmas in July is presented by the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association in partnership with the downtown business community, Councilmember Tolmachoff, Councilmember Turner, and the Glendale Elementary School District.
Family Fun Festival | Returns in September
This exciting evening event series returns in September! Enjoy live music, food trucks, art & craft vendors, local shopping and dining, and a vintage car show. Be sure to wear your dancing shoes to dance the night away under the stars. Admission is Free.
Event hours are 6 to 10 p.m.
Presented by AZ Family Festivals in partnership with
This exciting evening event series returns in September! Enjoy live music, food trucks, art & craft vendors, local shopping and dining, and a vintage car show. Be sure to wear your dancing shoes to dance the night away under the stars. Admission is Free.
Event hours are 6 to 10 p.m.
Presented by AZ Family Festivals in partnership with the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association and the City of Glendale.
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Created by the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association, the Peacock Passport is a fun and interactive guide through Historic Downtown Glendale and Historic Sahuaro Ranch as you search for metal designed peacocks and collect stamps at the listed businesses and attractions on the Passport. Participation is free and when you complet
Created by the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association, the Peacock Passport is a fun and interactive guide through Historic Downtown Glendale and Historic Sahuaro Ranch as you search for metal designed peacocks and collect stamps at the listed businesses and attractions on the Passport. Participation is free and when you complete the passport, bring it back to the Arizona Information Center for a free gift! The passport also includes the history of peacocks in Glendale (it all began in 1933!)
How the Peacock Passport Works:
-Passports and more information at the Arizona Information Center (5836 W. Palmaire Ave.)
-There are eight unique stamps to collect. Collect a minimum of six to receive your gift.
Special thanks to local resident, Davita, for bringing us
this fun-filled idea.
Happy Birthday Program
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Celebrate your birthday with us and be showered with gifts and discounts from businesses all around Historic Downtown Glendale. Start your journey at Memory Lane Trinkets and Treasures/AZ Information Center (5836 W. Palmaire Ave.) or Pink House Boutique (7009 N. 58th Ave.) to pick up your birthday passport! The passport is valid during th
Celebrate your birthday with us and be showered with gifts and discounts from businesses all around Historic Downtown Glendale. Start your journey at Memory Lane Trinkets and Treasures/AZ Information Center (5836 W. Palmaire Ave.) or Pink House Boutique (7009 N. 58th Ave.) to pick up your birthday passport! The passport is valid during the month of your birthday. Enjoy more than two dozen discounts, deals and giveaways.
Presented by the Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association in partnership with the Downtown Business Community.
Charm Trail
Enjoy Our Peacock Passport
Charm Trail
Did you know that Historic Downtown Glendale has a Charm Bracelet Trail? Start at Glendale Flowers & Gifts (7163 N. 58th Drive), Memory Lane Trinkets and Treasures (5836 W. Palmaire Ave.) or Pink House Boutique (7009 N. 58th Ave.) to pick up the starter bracelet ($5 each) and your first charm. Then follow the map to pick up beautiful char
Did you know that Historic Downtown Glendale has a Charm Bracelet Trail? Start at Glendale Flowers & Gifts (7163 N. 58th Drive), Memory Lane Trinkets and Treasures (5836 W. Palmaire Ave.) or Pink House Boutique (7009 N. 58th Ave.) to pick up the starter bracelet ($5 each) and your first charm. Then follow the map to pick up beautiful charms all throughout Old Towne and Catlin Court ($2 each). In addition, the monthly Specialty Events each have a special themed charm!
Our Story
Our Old Towne & Catlin Court Shopping & Dining Districts | Shop-Eat-Repeat!
Discover Historic Downtown Glendale which has been named as one of the country’s ten best places for shopping and has received national accolades for dining.
Historic Downtown Glendale's Entertainment District is actually two distinct neighborhoods!
Historic Catlin Court features a wonderful collection of unique boutiques and one-of-a-kind eateries. Located in early to mid-century bungalows, the area is surrounded by picket fences and mature shade trees. Architecture throughout the area includes Victorian, Craftsman Bungalow, Ranch and Spanish Eclectic.
Old Towne's brick-trimmed sidewalks and glowing gaslights lead the way to the famous Restaurant Row, specialty boutiques and eclectic shops.
The pedestrian friendly area spans 10 square blocks. Free covered parking is available at the Palmaire Parking Structure located at 5835 W. Palmaire Ave.
We are a must see when visiting the Phoenix, Arizona area. We look forward to seeing you soon in Historic Downtown Glendale - A Real Hometown Happening!
Our Treasured History
Cowboys, farmers and ranchers wove the fabric that is the Glendale, Arizona of today. Visitors have a number of ways to catch a glimpse of these pioneers at the many culture and heritage attractions within the city. Journey Glendale’s past with public art, historic ranches, National Register neighborhoods, museums & exhibits. Historic sites include the Old Towne and Catlin Court neighborhoods of Historic Downtown Glendale, Historic Sahuaro Ranch, and Manistee Ranch.
Historical photos courtesy of Glendale AZ Historical Society.
To learn more about the Glendale AZ Historical Society, visit www.glendalearizonahistoricalsociety.org.