Scottsdale Public Library

December 2025
Bring the whole family for a morning full of art, science, literacy and building activities. Play is a fundamental part of early learning and this free event celebrates it through hands-on fun that encourages exploration and discovery. Families can enjoy nearly 50 interactive booths where kids can:
  • Create art
  • Try out different musical instruments
  • Engage in active, physical play
  • Learn about the world around them through nature and science experiments
  • Browse the new Youth Entrepreneur Market for fun products created by SUSD students
Special attractions include holiday photos with the Grinch, chalk art and free face painting and balloon animals, live magic shows and dance parties with Pete the Cat and Elephant and Piggie.
 
This event is part of Scottsdazzle and is supported by the Friends of Scottsdale Public Library, City of Scottsdale Tourism and City of Scottsdale Parks and Recreation
 

Celebrate the season with some extra special holiday and programs for all! Space is limited, so please see a staff person 30 minutes prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration.
 
(all ages / 45 min) Come ride the storytime Polar Express. Wear your pjs and join us for a holiday story, songs and treats! Do you believe?
 
(ages 0-5 / 30 min) Run, run as fast as you can into our storytime celebrating the Gingerbread Man! 
 
(ages 0-5 / 30 min) Participate in a special holiday-themed program of music, movement and songs for children and their caregivers to enjoy together! 
 
Join Scottsdale’s elves at their enchanted workshop and be whisked away into the magic of the season! Have fun decorating Christmas and Hanukkah crafts and writing letters to Santa. Enjoy a Gingerbread Storytime and sing along with the festive Jingle Belles trio.
 
Warm up your winter with festive, spirit-free sips with The Spice and Tea Exchange! Learn how to blend seasonal teas and craft elegant mocktails for non-alcoholic holiday cheer.
 

Learn about the Western Spirit Museum and the Scottsdale Railroad Museum at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park from the comfort of your own space in the library’s newest Museum2You box program! These museum boxes are especially helpful for those who are visually impaired. Each box contains 3D printed models, relief sculptures of 2D images, a Braille guide and QR codes to curated music playlists and tour videos. These boxes are currently held at Civic Center Library but can be requested to be sent to any of the branches.
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Yellow Spruce Roasters is serving up fresh weekly lunch specials! Pair your visit to the library with a delicious bite - because good food and good books make the perfect combo.
 
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All Scottsdale Public Library locations, including Pony Express @ Appaloosa, will be close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and remain closed on Thursday, Dec. 25 for the Christmas holiday.
 
All locations will also close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31, and remain closed on Thursday, Jan. 1, for the New Year’s Day holiday. See a full list of our holiday hours and scheduled closures.

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3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-312-7323

 

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