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Oro Valley Holiday Festival of the Arts & Tree Lighting Celebration - December 6 & 7, 2025

December 6th - 7th, 2025
Oro Valley Marketplace

Kick off the holiday season in style at the 14th Annual Oro Valley Festival of the Arts & Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration, returning December 6 & 7, 2025 to the Oro Valley Marketplace.
This beloved two-day event transforms the Marketplace into a winter wonderland filled with over 150 juried artists and exhibitors500+ student and community performers, festive food, and holiday cheer. Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, savor seasonal flavors, enjoy hands-on arts activities, and take in live performances from local talent. Families can snap free photos with Santa, decorate cookies, and experience the magic of TUBACHRISTMAS.
On Saturday evening, the festivities reach their peak with the lighting of the towering 35-foot Holiday Tree, complete with caroling, a Santa parade, and joyful community spirit. With free admission and activities for all ages, this is Southern Arizona’s signature holiday celebration—where art, culture, and holiday traditions come together to make memories that last all season long.

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Art State Arizona Volunteer Waiver & Release of Liability

Thank you for volunteering with Art State Arizona!
We appreciate your time, enthusiasm, and dedication in helping us make the arts essential to everyday life across Arizona. To ensure safety and clarity for everyone involved, please carefully read and acknowledge the following waiver and release.

1. Voluntary Participation

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