We track 1 display in Clarkdale.
Displays here switch on around sunset. In Clarkdale that means about 5:17 PM in early December and 5:19 PM by mid-month — the earliest sunsets of the year fall right in the middle of lights season. It is properly dark by about 5:47 PM, which is when the displays look their best. December nights in Clarkdale typically drop to around 26°F.
| Date | Sunset | Fully dark |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 1 | 5:17 PM | 5:45 PM |
| Dec 15 | 5:19 PM | 5:47 PM |
| Dec 25 | 5:23 PM | 5:51 PM |
Residential displays have no facilities of their own — no parking, no toilets, nowhere to warm up — so it is worth knowing what is around. Within about three miles of the Clarkdale cluster, OpenStreetMap maps 0 public car parks and 8 public toilets. Only 3 cafés or takeaways nearby, so bring a flask if you want one.
ticketedattractiontrain ride to the North Poleminiature village tourprincess appearancesanimal encounters
The Verde Canyon Railroad's Magical Christmas Journey pairs a festive train ride with a miniature village tour, princess appearances and animal encounters. It runs from late November through Christmas Eve.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2024 season
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