Christmas in July!
6 Ways to Create a Little Christmas Vibe Mid Summer
By Lisa Franz, MacaroniKID Publisher: Surprise-Peoria-El Mirage & Glendale-Luke Air Force Base
July 5, 2026
Image Credit: Miquel Rosselló
Put on some Christmas music and enjoy Christmas in July. It can be simple, silly, family fun such as enjoying “snow” Cones by the pool or singing Frosty the Snowman as you drive with the AC as low as it will go.
Here are 5 more ways your family can feel the Christmas spirit right smack dab in the middle of summer!
1: Christmas in July Sugar Cookie Decorating Class
July 18 from 4 - 5:30 pm
Each to-be-baker gets 6 cookies, 4 icing colors, sprinkles, and all the tools necessary to knock this cookie class out of the park! Everything is prepped right before class – so no baking or icing mixing required. Just decorate! This 1.5 hour class for adults takes place at Black Sheep Coffee in Glendale.
2: Christmas Crafting with She’s Crafty in N Peoria
July 21, from 5:30 - 8:30 pm
A festive Christmas in July workshop that’s guaranteed to get you and a friend or two in the holiday mood! Choose from 12 different Christmas craft designs. Event pricing includes your craft & a delicious burger.
3: Christmas In July Online Gift Drive
Now through July 31st
The Salvation Army and AZFamily are inviting all of us to buy items off their Christmas in July wish list for children’s toys and items for senior citizens. This drive lasts all month long and their online registry makes it easy to make a difference.
4: Nutcracker in July - Ballet Arizona
Offered in July for performances in December
Now is a perfect time to secure your seats for The Nutcracker, Arizona’s favorite holiday tradition, performed by Ballet Arizona. During their Nutcracker in July promotion, you can save 15% using promo code MARZIPAN. Make sure to read the very specific directions and information below before you purchase your tickets!
After selecting your desired date, make sure to enter the promo code BEFORE you select your seats. Once you've entered the promo code, click "Submit" and wait for the page to reload. When you select your seats, the promotional discount will automatically be applied. For example, you’ll see "15% off promotion" confirming that the code has been successfully applied. After choosing your tickets, simply proceed to checkout! Promo code not valid for savers and premium seats. Must add promo code before selecting seats. All ticket sales are final.
5: Christmas In July Kids Night Out at Arizona Sunrays - Surprise
July 25th 5 - 9 pm
Sponsored Listing - I, your publisher, also work at Arizona Sunrays - Surprise. So in suggesting this event, I am a little biased!
Parents, take the night off—we’ve got your kids covered with an unforgettable evening of fun and adventure all with a fun Christmas themed twist! From action-packed games to ninja challenges, trampoline fun, mastering gymnastics moves, and enjoying delicious pizza and juice, this night has it all.
Pre-registration is required. This event is for children 4-11 years old. Sibling and Early Bird Registration discounts are offered.
6: Christmas In July at Great Skate - Glendale
July 24th 9:30 am - 12 noon
Who says we have to wait until December for holiday cheer? We are bringing the North Pole to the desert for a morning of festive, frosty fun! Grab your friends and family and join us for our special Christmas in July Skate.
