Glendale, AZ - Events and Festivals

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Glendale, AZ - City of Glendale Events and Festivals

Glendale Chocolate Affaire
    Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, 5 - 10 p.m.
    Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012, 10a.m. - 10 p.m.
    Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, Noon - 5 p.m.
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Glendale Jazz & Blues Festival
     Saturday, April 14, 2012 Noon - 10 p.m.
     Sunday, April 15, 2012 Noon - 6 p.m.
     Event Info
     Video highlights from last year -
     Watch Video | YouTube Video

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Glendale Chocolate Affaire - February 3-5, 2012
The weekend before Valentine’s Day, Feb. 3-5, is a delicious delight for the senses as the Glendale Chocolate Affaire takes over downtown Glendale to create a chocolate-lover’s dream!
Event Info | Watch Video

Plus check out “The Science of Chocolate” - Feb. 4
Experience the science and medicinal properties of chocolate with Dr. Francisco Villarreal, professor of medicine at the University of California, San Diego, part of "Arizona SciTech Festival " presented by ASU New College. Read more

Artist Opportunity: Glendale Plein Air Painting Event
The City of Glendale’s Public Art Program in conjunction with Special Events, will sponsor the 2012 Plein Air Painting Event at the Glendale Chocolate Affaire. It will be held during the popular festival in downtown Glendale, on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012. We invite artists to participate.
Event Details (pdf) | See the winners from 2011

Watch the Magic of Glendale Glitters with Exclusive YouTube Playlist
Relive the magic of Glendale Glitters 2011 all over again with a series of videos showcasing everything from the thrill of gliding through the air on a zip line to the countdown to the magic of turning on 1.5 million twinkling lights. See it all with our exclusive Glitters YouTube playlist, produced by Glendale 11 TV.
Click here to view the playlist now!

Glendale Glitters Named Top Event by “AAA Highroads”
Glendale Glitters was featured in AAA Highroads magazine's November/December issue as one of the top 25 events in the state. "We're honored to have Glendale Glitters voted upon so highly by AAA Arizona members! It is truly rewarding to be in the company of other exceptional events from around the state," said Martin Dickey, Manager of Glendale's Office of Special Events. Click here to see the cover.

Check out Glendale Glitters on You Tube!
Ready to get in the holiday spirit? Then check out two new Glendale Glitters videos on Glendale’s You Tube channel: www.youtube.com/myglendale11. The videos are produced by the award-winning staff from Glendale’s television station. Glendale Glitters Promo 1 | Glendale Glitters Promo 2

Everyone’s talking about the events in Glendale!
Even the critics. Did you know that Glendale Glitters won the azcentral.com’s Best award for the Valley’s best festival? Read about Glendale’s numerous awards for it’s outstanding special events! Read more

Wondering about how to plan your day at one of our festivals?
Read our handy-dandy tips to enjoy our events. You know, like, don’t forget the sunscreen for the glorious Arizona sunshine! Read more

So you want to sell your wares at a Glendale event?
Everyone wants a piece of the action! Food vendors as well as craft artisans and other product vendors - here’s the low-down on requirements, fees and all the forms you’ll need to complete. Read more

Headed to Glendale?
Get directions, find out where to eat and shop for some fabulous finds when you come to an event. Check out www.visitglendale.com and even get directions to stop in our visitor center when you’re here!

Thank you to our event sponsors!