How to see the 2023 APS Light Parade and avoid the street closures in Phoenix

Meredith G. White, Arizona Republic
Updated ·2 min read

The APS Electric Light Parade has been making its way through Phoenix for over three decades entertaining families and neighborhoods along the way.

The APS Electric Light Parade is presented by Arizona Public Service and the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department. This year's theme is "It's Electric!" and will be all about neon.

The parade is a rain or shine event, so be sure to check the weather and dress accordingly, especially since temperatures drop once the sun goes down.

Parking is available on city streets around the parade route on a first-come, first-served basis. Some private lots may offer parking for a fee.

Does Phoenix have a Christmas parade?

Yes! The APS Electric Light Parade happens every December in Phoenix.

When is the APS light parade?

The APS light parade will take place on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. It will traverse Central and Montebello avenues, Seventh Street and Indian School Road.

What time is the APS light parade?

The APS light parade will start at 7 p.m. at Central and Montebello avenues.

APS Electric Light Parade 2023 route

The 2023 APS Electric Light Parade will begin at Central and Montebello avenues and conclude at Seventh Street and Indian School Road.

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Spectators can bring food and drinks in coolers. Alcohol and glass containers are prohibited. Attendees need to stay behind all cones and barricades along the route.

APS Electric Light Parade 2023 road closures

The following Phoenix streets will be closed from 5-11 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, for the APS Electric Light Parade:

  • Central Avenue from Camelback Road to Bethany Home Road.

  • Seventh Street from Indian School Road to Osborn Road.

  • Camelback Road from First Avenue to Seventh Street.

For more information including an interactive map, visit phoenix.gov/parks/special-events.

Meredith G. White is the entertainment reporter for The Arizona Republic | azcentral.com. You can find her on Facebook as Meredith G. White, on Instagram and Twitter as @meredithgwhite, and email her at meredith.white@arizonarepublic.com.

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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: APS Electric Light Parade 2023: Route, schedule, road closures