Holidays at the Heard

A Phoenix tradition, Holidays at the Heard is a must-see event for your family, friends and out-of-town guests. Special programming is scheduled on weekends starting the Friday after Thanksgiving and running through Friday, December 31.

FRIDAY, NOV. 26 TO SUNDAY, NOV. 28

11 A.M. TO 3 P.M.: GUITAR AND FLUTE WITH AARON WHITE (NORTHERN UTE/DINÉ)

An award-winning artist/singer/songwriter, Grammy-nominated musician Aaron White has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years. His work is a unique blend of Native American flute, acoustic guitar and world music.

HOLIDAYS AT THE HEARD MEMBERS' LOUNGE

All Members are invited to enjoy a special area with complimentary snacks and beverages on select dates (see below). To gain access, show your membership card or check in with one of our Visitor Services associates.

DEC. 11 | DEC. 18 | DEC. 28 DEC. 29 | DEC. 30 | DEC. 31 10 A.M. TO 2 P.M. | PRITZLAFF COURTYARD

SATURDAY, DEC. 4 & SUNDAY, DEC. 5

11 A.M. TO 3 P.M.: TRADITIONAL FLUTE AND ENTERTAINMENT WITH LANE JENSEN (NAVAJO/MARICOPA)

Lane Jensen is devoted to preserving his cultural values and his grandfather’s teachings. With this vision he strives to inform and educate the public about American Indian culture through music, dance and demonstrations.

SATURDAY, DEC. 11 & SUNDAY, DEC. 12

11 A.M. TO 3 P.M.: SAGE CORNELIUS (DINÉ/ ONEIDA/POTAWATOMI/KICKAPOO)

Hailing from Topeka, Kansas, Sage Cornelius effortlessly puts a unique spin on violin with ease and flair. His playing style pays tribute to his years spent playing in symphonic orchestras as well as his roots as a bluegrass fiddle player. Whether it be in a chamber orchestra, busking solo on the street, or touring with head-banging hard-rock acts that perform on stages around the world, this proud Topekan Sage demonstrates his skill to provide a diverse, one-of-a-kind lively performance.

SATURDAY, DEC. 18 & SUNDAY, DEC. 19

11 A.M. TO 3 P.M.: SAGE BOND (SAN CARLOS APACHE/DINÉ)

Music is creative healing for acoustic rock metal artist Sage Bond. Come out and listen to her unique sound with her mesmerizing voice singing favorite covers and original compositions.

Live Music & Dance Performances Dec. 28 to 31

TUESDAY, DEC. 28

11 a.m. & 2 p.m.: Dance performances by Moontee Sinquah (Hopi/Choctaw) and Family

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Tewakeedah and Dachuneeh Martin, who perform as The Martin Sisters, are a teenage duo from Farmington, New Mexico. They cross modern themes and traditional music to inspire Diné youth interested in the style of songs that have been sung on the Navajo Nation for many years.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 29

11 a.m. & 2 p.m.: Dance performances by five-time World Champion Hoop Dancer Tony Duncan and Family

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Flute and guitar with Randy Kemp (Choctaw/Muscogee Creek/Euchee )

THURSDAY, DEC. 30

11 a.m. & 2 p.m.: Dance performances by the Yellowhouse Dancers

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Live musical performances to be announced

FRIDAY, DEC. 31

11 a.m. & 2 p.m.: Dance performances by Dineh Tah Navajo Dancers

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Live musical performances to be announced