Illustration of neighbours admiring a cottage yard full of lit snowmen and candy canes (Christmas at the Crossing)
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Christmas at the Crossing

Visitors can stroll through displays of twinkling holiday lights and glowing decorations at Colorado River State Historic Park. The event features a ride on the R.L. Jones Christmas Train, giant inflatables, a maze, games, and photo opportunities with Santa. Guests can also enjoy live entertainment, a children's dance party, face painting, seasonal food and drinks, and holiday shopping.

Dec 18 – Dec 19, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink

Seasonal food and drinks are available at the event.

Location

Colorado River State Historic Park · 201 N. 4th Avenue, Yuma, Arizona 85365 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Visit the Onvida Teddy Bear Giveaway early in the evening, because the stuffed bears are handed out only while supplies last.
  • Have the kids ready with their Christmas wishes, because photos with Santa are part of the Holiday Kid Zone and included with entry.
  • Dress kids in clothes they can move in for the giant inflatables, maze, games and dance party in Jingle Village.
  • Save time after the train ride to shop for Christmas gifts and try the seasonal food and drinks around the park.
  • Stay into the evening for festive music and holiday performances, since the entertainment runs throughout the night.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Onvida Health stuffed teddy bear giveaway in the Holiday Kid Zone, while supplies last.

Links & Contact

Run by Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is in the Holiday Kid Zone?

Kids can get photos with Santa and ride the R.L. Jones Christmas Train. There are also giant inflatables, a maze and games in Jingle Village, plus balloon art, a Kid's Dance Party and face painting, all included with entry.

Can kids meet Santa?

Yes. Kids can tell Santa their Christmas wish and have their picture taken with him.

Is there a giveaway for kids?

Yes, Onvida Health is giving away stuffed teddy bears while supplies last. The gift may look different from the photo.

What entertainment is planned?

The lineup is still being announced. Expect festive music and holiday performances throughout the evening, and special guests join the Kid's Dance Party.

Is there food and shopping?

Yes, there's seasonal food and drink, and you can shop for unique Christmas gifts.

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