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Tlaquepaque - Arts and Crafts Village - Festival of Lights

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Realty NRDS # 146013739

 

Tlaquepaque

Arts and Crafts Village

336 AZ-179, Sedona AZ 86336

Courtesy of Sheri Sperry - Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

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Walking Entrance From SR 179

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6000 Luminarias 

It will be the 46th celebration of the "Festival of Lights" in Tlaquepaque on Dec 8th.  Come and spend the whole day!  The activities will delight old and young alike. The lighting of 6000 luminarias will take place at 5:00 PM sharp. This is something to see. Anyone can sponsor and present a luminaria on behalf of a special person who may be fighting sickness.  It is a great way to start this holiday season of giving. Listen for the tolling of the bells which will signal the lighting!

A Metamorphosis

You will be amazed at the effect of thousands of luminarias lining walkways and courtyards. The subtle glow of light creates a metamorphosis that warms the area.

The Signature Element of the Village - The Sycamores

The sycamore trees that entwine the buildings within the village are a sight in and of themselves.  Now imagine those same trees wrapped in thousands of tiny lights adding to the joy of the Christmas season.

*Park In Uptown

It is highly recommended to park in one of the public parking lots in Uptown and taking the free shuttle to Tlaquepaque. Local residents as well as visitors come from all over to see this spectacular Christmas event.

The Events

 Tlaquepaque Map & Directory 

Entertainment Schedule

3-5 PM

Flutist Sherry Finzer performs in the Tlaquepaque Chapel

Darius Lux Duo - Soulful Vocalist performs in Tlaquepaque North

Crafting with Aimee - Just for kids! - (free) Patio de las Campanas

3-5:30 PM

Visit with Santa - Enjoy traditional Christmas carols at Patio del Norte

Ritmo Latino Band features the vocals of Andres Martinez  - Patio de las Campanas

5:00 PM Sharp

The lighting of the luminarias throughout the village. Listen to the tolling of the bells!

5-7:00 PM

Phoenix based River of Life Tabernacle Choir - performs in Plaza de la Fuente

 Award-winning violinist/composer Jonathan Levingston - performs in the intimate Tlaquepaque Chapel

6-8:00 PM

The Swingtips perform their Vaudeville-era-inspired interactive show at Tlaquepaque North

Michael Kollwitz, a Chapman Stick virtuoso worth 39 years experience will perform in  Patio de las Campanas

Learn about the Chapman Stick here.  About 50 seconds into the video Michael Kollwitz explains this uniquely American musical instrument.

Tlaquepaque North

Tlaquepaque North is less than a year old and you would think it had been around for decades.  This Arts and Crafts Village with 16 Galleries to shop in was designed to look old. The original village on the south side of the street was built around the Giant Sycamores to fulfill a promise.  Local artisans were used to build the plaza and it was built without major plans.  Truckloads of Mexican artifacts were brought up from Mexico to incorporate into the buildings. Old doors, iron gates and other iron works, old carts and wagon wheels. You will see all of this within the walls of this village.  At Christmas time, it is transformed into Christmas village that you would find in the heart of Mexico.

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*FREE Shuttle Service From Uptown

Free Shuttle Service running from 2:30 pm to 8:30 pm from three locations: the Uptown municipal parking at 260 Schnebly Road, Brewer Lot located 250 Brewer Rd. and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, located at 160 Mormon Hill Rd, in Sedona. Please consider using these services for your convenience, as parking is limited at Tlaquepaque.


As a Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage of Sedona Arizona REALTOR®, my primary goal is to help my customers obtain their dreams, as well as satisfy their financial goals and objectives through real estate. From the moment I am contacted, you will observe my seasoned ability to provide you with "World Class Service" and that "personal touch" while utilizing a complete package of technology options that are of the utmost importance and so critical in today's market.

I will tailor real solutions to fit your specific needs. - Sheri Sperry

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NOTE: All information presented including, event scheduling, directions and pricing is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. You should check with the organizers, event and attraction website, or management, and organizing team for current information. SellSedona.com is not responsible for inaccuracies or changes to information provided. Information is provided as a convenience to you. SellSedona.com, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage and Sheri Sperry are not affiliated with or are provided any fees, promotion or otherwise for this information contained here.  This is merely a public service posting.  
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Sheri, wow, this event sounds beautiful, but not sure if I could ever say the name of that village!  

Dec 08, 2018 10:30 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Hi Joan Cox - Ha Ha! I struggled for the longest time mispronouncing it....then there was spelling it! YIKES!

Dec 09, 2018 06:53 AM
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

Hi Sheri Sperry - MCNE® I'd have a field day at the Arts and Crafts Village... 16 shops ready for me to buy their crafts!!!

Dec 08, 2018 10:37 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Hi Barbara Todaro - Each of the shops, feel like a mini gallery in Tlaquepaque. There are about 50 different shoppes and restaurants. The shoppe owners and staff are very familiar with each artisan. It is a wonderful an unique experience.

Dec 09, 2018 07:00 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Sheri,

What a lovely post, I have a feeling that I enjoy this fair immensely, and probably walk out with a bagfull/  A

Dec 08, 2018 10:59 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

HI Ron and Alexandra Seigel - You would delight in this area. There is uncommon artwork, inside and outside, throughout the area. 

Dec 09, 2018 07:03 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Wow, Sheri... I'd "kill" to go and see this even though I don't even know how to pronounce the name of the village!

Dec 08, 2018 12:28 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Hi Nina Hollander - LOL! I had to learn how to pronounce each syllable before I could spell it.  Ta - La - Ca - Pa - K and then put it all together at a normal rate and soften the K a little.

Dec 09, 2018 07:08 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

What an amazing facade that is, Sheri!  The architecture in Sedona is so very unique.

Dec 08, 2018 03:02 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Hi Myrl Jeffcoat - This village of shoppes is a huge draw, as much as Uptown Sedona. The buildings were built around the oak trees and a more part of the architecture. It is beautiful any time of year. AND it sits on the creek!

Dec 09, 2018 07:12 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

CONGRATULATIONS Sheri, on having this blog FEATURED in the PHOTOS group!

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Dec 08, 2018 03:03 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Thank you Myrl!  It is always a pleasure. 

Dec 09, 2018 07:12 AM
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

I have spent Christmas and New Year's in Santa Fe and I love the luminarias.

Dec 08, 2018 06:27 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

HI Joe Pryor - They are very special. We have a couple of areas that feature them.

Dec 09, 2018 07:13 AM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Sheri.

Just the same old tune, different day.  As usual I am a day late.  

Dec 09, 2018 12:51 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Hi James Dray - No issues... I am glad you stopped by. I always enjoy reading your comments. 

Dec 09, 2018 07:14 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Thank you very much for telling us about this special event.

Dec 09, 2018 08:02 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Thank you for stopping by Roy Kelley !

Dec 10, 2018 09:23 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Sheri Sperry,  I  know I  wou ld be  doing some shopping for sure at this event.  Make it a great day!

Dec 09, 2018 10:04 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Thank you Will Hamm - Great gift ideas in Tlaquepaque.

Dec 10, 2018 09:24 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Sheri  That looks so enchanting  .What a beautiful place to enjoy shopping during the Holiday Season

Dec 09, 2018 02:26 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Hi Hannah Williams - I am sure I will go there before the holidays are through to enjoy the spirit of the season. 

Dec 10, 2018 09:25 AM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Sheri what a great post, you got me all interested on seeing it from close up. On a side note loved Sally K. & David L. Hanson  idea, Endre

Dec 09, 2018 05:16 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

HI Endre Barath, Jr. - Thank you - I love that idea also.  

Dec 10, 2018 09:27 AM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

What a lovely event Sheri Sperry - MCNE® and I am sure the Festival of Lights was a beautiful success!

Dec 09, 2018 07:06 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

HI Lisa Von Domek - It draws so many every year. It is amazing to see in person. 

Dec 10, 2018 09:27 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I love those festival of lights events Sheri Sperry - MCNE® 

I hope you have an awesome week!

Dec 09, 2018 10:41 PM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Thank you Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS - I hope you do also!

Dec 10, 2018 09:28 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Sheri Sperry - MCNE® - I have this feeling that "Festival of Lights" in Tlaquepaque is a very special place to be during this time of the year.... almost mystical and spiritual in nature. When there are crowds of people with giving hearts and they are in the right frame of mind, a lot of goodness can result in positive energy. 

Wishing you a wonderful 2018 Christmas season of peace and hope. 

 

Dec 10, 2018 05:18 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Thank you so much for your kind words Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI - The energy in this area is always what one needs to feel right with the world. The flowing creek that sits right next to Tlaquepaque helps move positive energy through the area. 

Dec 10, 2018 09:31 AM
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Sheri, your pictures make Tlaquepaque look special, I can only imagine how special it looks lit up. 46 years is a long-running tradition and I'm sure it's something people look forward to each year. I would love to go in and out of the different shops.

Dec 10, 2018 05:51 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®

Hi Amanda S. Davidson - Thank you - I will be bundling up warm and going near dusk to see it close up in the next few days!

Dec 10, 2018 09:32 AM
Debb Janes
Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA
Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

I would love to attend the Festival of Lights one day, I've never seen this in person, but love seeing in happen in photos or on film.  Plus it sounds as if Tlaquepaque has that spiritual spark we all need to experience from time to time. 

Dec 11, 2018 06:09 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Good morning Sheri.  Thanks for the information about the charming village of Tlaquepaque.

 

Dec 14, 2018 05:55 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

What a fun event this will be, Sheri! We visited Tlaquepaque in early December a few years ago when visiting my aunt...in the snow...and it was beautiful. There was a fun Christmas display with trains that we really enjoyed. Such a charming area.

Jeff

Dec 14, 2018 07:39 AM
Dorte Engel
RE/MAX Leading Edge - Bowie, MD
ABC - Annapolis, Bowie, Crofton & rest of Maryland

Dear Sheri,

Looks like a great place to pick up some special gifts and have a great time doing it.

Jan 07, 2019 11:49 AM