# PJs in the Park — The Polar Express

> Event for families in the Phoenix–Mesa–Chandler area (AZ). Times are Arizona Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 28 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Where: Patriots Square at CityScape, 11 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
- Ages: Families / all ages
- Price: Free; hot cocoa and snacks available for purchase.
- Organizer: Downtown Phoenix Inc.
- Official page: https://dtphx.org/events/pjs
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 31

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## About

Free holiday movie night under the stars with Santa photos, a short screening of Shrek the Halls and the feature film The Polar Express; families should bring blankets or lawn chairs.

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