In 2021, the traditional winter event Glendale Glitters in Glendale, Arizona, underwent a change. Instead of a large-scale festival, a smaller celebration called Lights at Murphy Park has been organized.
Lights at Murphy Park: A new take on a tradition
In April 2021, the Glendale City Council decided to replace the annual Glendale Glitters festival with a more modest event called Lights at Murphy Park. This decision was driven by a desire to create a more sustainable, year-round attraction for visitors to downtown. The new event included holiday illuminations at Murphy Park, a giant snowman and a Christmas tree .
Key features of the event
- Illumination: Holiday lights decorated Murphy Park, creating an atmosphere of winter magic.
- Decorations: Visitors could see a giant snowman and a traditional Christmas tree.
- Entertainment: The event included themed nights such as cosplay parties, attracting different groups of visitors .
Local business response
The move to a more modest format raised concerns among some local store and restaurant owners. They expressed doubts about whether the new event could attract the same number of visitors as the former Glendale Glitters festival, which traditionally provided a high flow of customers during the holiday season.
Dates and times of the event
- Start: November 19, 2021 at 6:00 pm.
- Location: Murphy Park, downtown Glendale.
- Admission: Free.
Despite the changes, Lights at Murphy Park in 2021 continues the tradition of holiday decorating in downtown Glendale, offering residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy the winter holiday atmosphere in a new format.
