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Photo Courtesy of the Grand Canyon Railway

Once home to the wild west, it is no surprise that Arizona possesses some of the most exclusive railroad experiences in the country. The days of locomotives proved to be significant economically, historically and culturally. We decided to do a round up of a few spots that succeed at keeping the pleasure that once-accompanied railways alive.

Grand Canyon Railway (pictured)

Christmas and New Year’s festivities are on the radar this December in the Valley of the sun. If you’re looking for some holiday fun, look no further. Here’s a list of 10 high-spirited things to do in the Valley this weekend, Dec. 6 through Dec. 8.

Friday

Holiday Choral Gala at ASU Gammage

Ring in the holiday season with your favorite Christmas tunes. A variety of different musical groups from Arizona State University will come together to...

Don’t mind us; we’ll just be reveling in everything unique to December in the Valley. Valley hot spots are uniting, boats are parading, and Santa is visiting. Dec. 13 to Dec. 15 is establishing the month as a season to cherish.

 Friday

Christmas at the Princess

Delve into the holidays with the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess’s 10th annual

Wrap up Thanksgiving with these long-cherished Valley traditions or new, highly anticipated events. From holiday themed pop-up bars to a variety of exhibits, locals can spend the weekend of Nov. 29 to Dec. 1 creating Instagram-worthy memories.

Friday

Miracle at Blue Hound Kitchen and Cocktails

The leftovers can wait. Blue Hound Kitchen and Cocktails has partnered with Miracle to create a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar where guests can indulge in holiday...