Festival of Lights, also known as Luminarias, is a cherished tradition in Sedona which involves the lighting of 6,000 luminarias in Tlaquepaque's courtyards and walkways.  Holiday cheer and entertainment abounds with carolers, musicians, and dancers scheduled from 3:00 - 8:00 pm on December 8.  At dusk, everyone comes together to light the luminarias while enjoying apple cider and getting into the spirit of the season.  For more information, please visit Tlaq.com.

A special old-time holiday experience at the Sedona Heritage Museum. Join us for  'Christmas in the Park', Saturday December 8, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm - all free. Enjoy hot apple cider and cookies; holiday concert at 1:30 pm; local author book-signings; pioneer descendants telling stories; make & take a cornhusk doll; meet our tumbleweed 'snowman' greeter. All through December enjoy our vintage decorations and Gift Shop specials. Fun for all ages. Located at 735 Jordan Road in Uptown. For more information call 928-282-7038 or visit SedonaMuseum.org.

Massage has made its way into Uptown with the added benefit of chakra balancing. Try it yourself on Wednesday, December 12 at the Grand Opening of the Chakra Healing Arts Center located on 207 N SR 89A. Chair and table massages will be offered at 15 minute intervals for $10 from 11:00 am - 7:00 pm. The director, Banya Lim, practices acupuncture, complemented by hour long intuitive readings.  For more information visit SedonaChac.com or call 928-204-1047. 

Join the thousands of families that make Red Rock Fantasy part of their holiday tradition. The 22nd Annual Family Holiday Light Festival includes 25 original displays, nearly one million lights, and a Dancing Lights Show. The route takes approximately 45 minutes to walk and is wheelchair accessible. Ballots are available to vote for your favorite display. Proceeds benefit nearly 24 regional service organizations. Adults: $5, Seniors: $4, Children 4-12 years: $2, Under 4 years: Free

Located at Los Abrigados Resort. For more information call 877-444-8044 or visit RedRockFantasy.com

Experience the magic of The Polar Express and watch the holiday season come to life when the train departs the Depot in Williams, AZ for a journey to the "North Pole." Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while listening to the magical story. Watch the joy on children's faces when the train arrives at the North Pole, where Santa is waiting to board The Polar Express and hand each child their own special gift! The train leaves each night at 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm. Select days feature a 3:30 pm matinee departure.  Make this a family holiday tradition. Call 1-888-848-3511 or visit TheTrain.com.

The Sedona Hike Challenge is a nature/adventure inspired event that people from all walks of life may participate in. Regardless of your age, strength or physical stamina, there is a challenge in this for you. The Sedona Hike Challenge is set in Sedona Red Rocks with more than 100 trails. Choose your difficulty level, hike 2 trails and be entered to win some great prizes. Winter Hike Challenge: November 15 - March 15. For more details visit SedonaHikeChallenge.com.

If you haven't registered yet, now is the time!  Register now through December 31 and you will be entered for a chance to win two Gold Passes for unlimited films and priority seating during the 2013 Sedona International Film Festival, February 23 - March 3, 2013. 

On Saturday, February 2, 2013, the Sedona Chamber of Commerce, along with the entire Sedona area, will welcome thousands of runners, their families and friends for a weekend of fierce competition and neighborly camaraderie in the world famous resort destination of Sedona, Arizona. More than 2,500 runners will participate in 5K, 10K, Half and Full Marathon races which will take the runners through the scenic Coconino National Forest District, known for its magical red rock formations, and onto the streets of what Good Morning America has chosen as one of the Top 10 Most Beautiful Cities in the United States!  Click here for registration, and visit SedonaMarathon.com for more information.

Pink Jeep Tours has been synonymous with Sedona for more than 50 years and now has  expanded into the Valley with Pink Adventure Tours to shuttle people to and from Sedona and the Grand Canyon from Scottsdale starting January 1. 

With deep roots in Sedona, Las Vegas and, most recently, the Grand Canyon, bringing the unparalleled experience of Pink Jeep Tours to Scottsdale is an exciting next step for our 52-year-old company," said Shawn Wendell, owner of Pink Jeep Tours. "Through Pink Adventure Tours, we not only will add ease of access to the natural wonders of Sedona and the Grand Canyon, but an awe-inspiring and educational experience will be enjoyed every mile of the way."  Visit PinkAdventureTours.com for more information.

The BEST WESTERN PLUS Arroyo Roble Hotel is one of only two hotels out of more than 2,400 properties in the U.S. and Canada to receive the Customer Care and Champion Rewards Awards this year.

As Christy Evans, a member of the Evans family- owners of the hotel, stated, "We are very proud of our General Manager, Lonnie Lillie and the entire staff. They work very hard to make sure guests expectations are met."

Visit BestWesternSedona.com for more information.