This is definitely a passion project and what a memorable one it is. I had copied a list of houses displaying Christmas lights and this house was one of the ones on the list. When we got there, the street was closed so we parked next street over. There was also a long line. The people just in front of us questioned if it was worth the wait. The people in front of them turned around and said they were here last year and it's definitely worth the wait. They said they even donated to help with this passion project. I started my timer to see how long it would take from the corner of the block to finish. When we were done, this adventure took 45mins and it was well worth it! I have attached some photos but no videos because I don't want to ruin the wonder of it all if it's your first time visiting this house like us. It is truly well done. It wa also heart warming how well behaved everyone was. It got a bit chaotic with people going in and go to take a look at the wonderful displays but no one actually cut in line. Everyone was in the holiday spirit and nice/respectful to each other. We really had a Christmas good time. I highly recommend making the time for this house and the wonders of this display! read more

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Fantastic and beautiful display and light show. Pretty amazing and a must see for adults and children alike! The creativity and detail is superb! read more

Winter Wonderland - Holiday Decorations Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Fabulous holiday exhibition at the Fairmont Princess Hotel in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Fairmont is a five star hotel found all over the world in the most glamorous of locations and is quite pricey. Their winter wonderland Christmas exhibition definitely lives up to their name. Tickets are $65 per person to enter their private section. We opted to purchase this extra and didn't regret it. There were fire pits where you could roast marshmallows and sip on hot chocolate. They also had an outdoor bar where you could warm up with some spirits. Snow tubing was my fave and the Ferris wheel was quite enjoyable as well because you could see the hotel grounds that were glowing and flashing with Christmas delight. Private crystal domes were available for purchase beginning at $1200 for 4 people up to $2800. The Fairmont also has free viewing for the public in 7 different themed areas, winding through the hotel grounds, including a nativity show, falling snow, light shows with music and animated singing characters. Parking was $40. Definitely worth the visit even if you opt out of the private section. Great family event that the kiddos would thoroughly enjoy and best of all you can bring your pups! read more

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Mean man who lied to me about the place being closed - he said everything was turned off and unplugged but I asked to take a peek while I walking but he told me it was too unsafe to walk around once it's unplugged. I definitely wouldn't recommend this place. I saw all the lights still on over the fence and the motorized reindeer head moving still, completely all lit behind the fence. Not the nicest neighborhood either, a couple of the other houses are lit but it's lined off with cones as well. It reeked of marijuana outside as well. I truly hate people who lie straight to your face about things. There was also a group of several people standing out front I didn't find to be too friendly either who left right after I had walked up to the house next door - which also had deflated inflatables lying all over the driveway (which the guy said was the reason it would be too unsafe for me to be back there). Not sure why I was turned away but I guess they don't like parties of one plus their dog. I don't know if it matters I had his stroller or if dogs are allowed either way - I won't be back to find out. ***EDIT*** after writing this post I received a dead bird on my front porch. Not sure if this is related but this seemed like a Grinchy thing to do. Merry Christmas. read more

Creative, beautiful and heart. The amount of skill and work that goes into this is so appreciated. I will come every year and I tell everyone about it. read more

Everything was magical and so much fun for children as well as adults. I was so amazed at all of the displays! I have a great appreciation for the time and effort put into this wonderful family's home! read more

"Winter Wonderland Arizona was born the Christmas of 1987. Fueled by twinkling lights outside of his window, creator Chris Birkett began this journey. The display has lived at five different homes and spent a season out at Schnepf Farm in 2005. This is our 35th season of Winter Wonderland! Opening Dec. 8th and running through Jan. 1st! There are over 265,000 lights, nine different computerized shows with snowfall, bubbles, and pyrotechnics. Come enjoy the spirit of Christmas in Arizona!" ― winterwonderlandaz.com We're a week away from Christmas and I am fully leaning into the festive spirit. Do you want to visit a home decorated to the point where you can walk through and see some pretty lights? Come here! Get some hot cocoa and marshmallows. You can toast the marshmallows at a fire pit near the front. It's a super cute. Winter Wonderland AZ also puts on an amazing Halloween display called, "The Haunted Graveyard" so definitely come check this place out come spooky season! There's always a huuuge line and Chris Birkett's brother also has his own haunted house a couple streets away! Come see the Birkett's Brothers and don't forget to donate! read more

Winter Wonderland - Winter Wonderland AZ. - Holiday Decorations Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Cute! Very busy so I couldn't go inside but the neighborhood is very cute to walk around read more

Winter Wonderland - Holiday Decorations Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

It's a tradition for me to visit this Scottsdale Valley home because I have a family member that lives down the street. This house puts up over 250,000 lights every year and has been doing this for over 35 years. Winter Wonderland runs through the month of December and accepts donations to walk through it. In addition to lights, there are Christmas characters, walk-through displays, pyrotechnics and snow that falls on you. They also have a window where you can order hot chocolate and marshmallows. There is a nearby firepit where you can toast them. For Halloween, they turn their house into the Haunted Graveyard which always draws a long line down the street. read more

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Chill neighborhood enjoying the christmas decorations and lighting. Great effort from the neighborhood ! read more

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There was no hot cocoa whyyyyyy I love the hot cocoa return the hot cocoa:( the place was beautiful

The lights were beautiful. Music was wonderful very festive lots of families enjoying the holiday lights made us feel like we were in a winter wonderland. read more

"Winter wonderland", definitely a magical place here in Arizona. I can't even imagine how long it takes for them to decorate these houses but this was truly a magical place. It was even in a movie. God bless people like you to give so many people enjoyment. This was free to do, you park, and you walk around. There were slot boxes for donations and of course we don't mind to help with the electricity bill because it definitely puts a smile on many peoples faces and stars in their hearts. Thank you my friends. Merry Christmas. http://winterwonderlandaz.com/. read more

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Love the winter AND Halloween displays! Always fun and kid friendly. Hope they keep up the fun!

First time here and it was wonderful! So nice of the owners to decorate and welcome everyone to see their decorations! So cool going thru the backyard all decorated! There's even hot chocolate. Even snow blowing and bubbles! read more

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This is another family home in Scottsdale that transforms into winter wonderland bringing smiles and joy to anyone who comes You can go into the backyard enjoy light shows get some Hot chocolate and marshmallows there's also snow and bubbles YAY It stays open until 10:00 We went after that but there's still plenty to be delighted at the winter wonderland on the front yard is a castle of lights with so many photo opps The little one was delighted we even had a nice gentleman volunteer to click some family pictures The displays are free but donations are welcome This is honestly the most wonderful time of the year Cheers! read more

Such an amazing experience and we were so blown away!! The light display is beautiful! We actually heard about their Christmas displays when we stopped on in for their Halloween one. The Halloween one is super cool and intense! The Christmas display is beautiful! People come from all over and the line is usually long. Definitely worth checking out! read more

It was Christmas Eve in Scottsdale and we were looking to celebrate the season. A light show sounded good this cold winter night. Music was playing. Bright lights lit up this one block. Hot chocolate and marshmallows were for sale. A castle was the centerpiece. Snow was falling. There was a backyard scene from the "Island of Misfit Toys". Most amazing winter wonderland I've ever seen at a home. This all takes place at Burkett family's house. read more

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Great value, awesome display, but overcrowded and there's no one directing the flow of people and traffic. We stood in line for over an hour in a line that wrapped around the corner, and watched as several people cut the line ahead of us. One family who attempted it became very hostile and threatening! Not my idea of Xmas Spirit... hopefully things change for the better. read more

My DD and I didn't go home for the holidays this year, so we were bored and looking for something to do on the evening of Christmas Day. I opened the Yelp app and the first thing I saw was a Yelp friend's photos of this place. I checked the website first, which offered helpful tips (e.g. park on Granite Reef and walk to the house) and tidbits (a suggested donation of $5 is appreciated). There was a nice crowd already there when we arrived, but it never felt too crowded. I was able to park on Granite Reef, walk across the street, and to the house, about a hundred feet away. The display and light show was amazing. Keep in mind, this is actually someone's home, which they've opened (the outside grounds; not the inside. Please don't try to get inside their home.) to the public to enjoy. The front yard was completely transformed into a winter wonderland. During the light show, the lights will dance along to the beat of the music selection. There was manufactured snowfall at various times throughout our time there. It was so beautiful. There were lots of selfie and group photo opportunities, from the front yard's display, the humongous bear and sled, snowman, and reindeer on their driveway. Walk up the driveway and enter the next phase, which included a fire pit with tree stump seats and utensils for making s'mores and roasting marshmallows, and a makeshift festive walk-through "mine," which included a Frozen display, complete with the soundtrack. So if you heard a grown woman painfully belting out, 'Let it Go,' that was unapologetically me. They also had a stand, where you could buy hot cocoa (in regular or the family recipe), marshmallows, etc. I thanked the woman at the stand for opening up their home and bringing joy. (She said it was her son's house.) The public was well behaved and courteous, with the exception of a male who thought it was a good idea to show up (with his son) wearing a hat with Trump's words "Grab her by the ....." on it. Dude, politics aside, that was just plain ole bad taste. THINK OF THE CHILDREN! The display is open from 07Dec-31Dec (for 2016), from 6pm-10pm. I happily left my donation in one of the various donation slots throughout the property. I can only imagine what that APS bill must be by the end of the season. Thank you Birkett family for this beautiful display, and thanks Yelp for the great find! read more

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Second surprise find for me. Beautifully designed, presented and decorated. It put me in the holiday spirit. read more

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I am amazed and ecstatic about the experience here! The owners put in such amazing work. It's a free experience, donations are accepted for all their hard work. (Bring cash if you want to buy hot chocolate and s'mores) there's a fire pit where you can sit and just heat up your s'mores. This is a great experience for the kiddos or just to even try something new! I love seeing how much work people put in to see other people smile! read more

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So glad even with covid you still had your display. My 3yr old granddaughter loved it.

This is a MUST SEE for your Christmas light viewing adventures! There was a long line to get in to the main attraction in the backyard, but I found it was definitely worth it. There's plenty to entertain you while you're in line- with the elaborate light display coordinated to music, plus bubble machines and snow! I was in awe of what they've created in their backyard. I felt like I was in Disneyland, about to go on Big Thunder Mountain, as I walked through the mine shaft/tunnel. This place was truly a delight, and the sweet kids selling "family recipe" hot chocolate at the end were adorable. read more

BEST PLACE EVER definitely come here snow and bubbles were coming out from the roof I loved it everything was great they had a mine cave and they even decorated their pond with ice there was a present from the roof hanging up and down and after all that when it was the end of the mine was a bridge and Under the chain bridge was a big hole covered with glass when it finally was going to finish there was a box with glass on it and it had a bomb in it I'm not sure if it's fake there was also a fire place where you can warm up if you don't have a jacket or didn't bring one but if you did probably wear it but it was pretty cold besides all that the place was amazing now I know why it's called winter wonderland I most liked the chain bridge I think I put way too many details read more

The light show and snow were very nice. Edward Scissor Hands plays in the background while the home owners sell s'mores and hot coco. You can roast marshmallows over a real fire and walk through the back yard which has a Frozen themed pool. You get to walk through a mine shaft looking thing where the elves work too. There are villages and lots of sound effects. Very immaculate. Very cool! TIP: Try to go later on a weekday (before 10pm closing) and the place won't be as crowded. read more