04 Dec The Holidays in Flagstaff: Skiing, Sledding and Celebrating
Flagstaff is like a completely different world compared to most of Arizona. We have beautiful seasons, snowy winter weather, trees as far as the eye can see and a tight knit local community. All of these reasons and more are why flocks of Phoenicians, Californians and others make their way up the hill to join us locals in enjoying this magical time of year. Owning Flagstaff real estate means you always are first in line for all the great activities and festivities all year round. Check out this list of awesome things to do in Flagstaff in the heart of this holiday season. There’s plenty for both the adults and the whole family to enjoy!
1. Arizona Snowbowl
Just outside of Flagstaff is the attraction that brings most desert-dwellers up to Flagstaff: Arizona Snowbowl. This Flagstaff ski resort is located at a jaw-dropping 9,500 feet in altitude. This resort is great for the beginner and skilled skier or snowboarder alike, with 40 runs, almost 800 skiable acres and 7 chair lifts. Snowbowl is open now, to check snow conditions visit arizonasnowbowl.com.
2. The North Pole Experience
Bring the family to visit Santa’s 400 year old workshop! The North Pole Experience is open to the public daily until December 28th. Take off from Santa’s Trolly Launch Station at Little America Hotel and visit Santa’s toy factory, Elf University, Mrs. Claus’ bakery, Santa’s sleigh hanger and then get photos with Santa Claus himself! Visit northpolexperience.com for more information.
3. Sleigh Rides
Visit the Hitchin Post Stables for sleigh rides through the forest! Sleigh rides are offered Novemeber 20 – March 15. The ride is 1 hour long and includes a campfire stop with hot cocoa to warm up! To feel what it’s like to be Santa, visit http://potagoldadventures.com/locations/flagstaff-arizona-hitchin-post-stables/.
4. Great Pinecone Drop
The holiday season culminates with the Great Pinecone Drop on New Years Eve in downtown Flagstaff. The 6 ft tall LED lighted pinecone is suspended and lowered from the top of the famous Weatherford Hotel in the center of downtown Flagstaff. This free event will feature two lowerings, one early lowering at 10PM for the young ones, and again at midnight December 31st.
5. Dew Downtown
The high octane Ski and Snowboard Festival sponsored by Mountain Dew takes over the steep San Francisco street each year. Snow will cover the street downtown and competitors will navigate jumps and obstacles. Free to spectate! This awesome winter event takes place January 30th – 31st. Visit dewdowntownflagstaff.com for more information or to register to shred, grind and jump your way down downtown Flagstaff.
If you’re ready to have this holiday magic in your backyard, contact The COLLINS TEAM today to find the perfect Flagstaff real estate. Give yourself the gift of a new home this Christmas!
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