From parades to parties, there’s way more than just 12 days’ worth of fun to get you in the Christmas spirit

Editor's note: This article first appeared in Sun Life Magazine , a Daily Independent publication .

What a month to be in the Valley.

Christmas lights are everywhere, you’ve got cookies to bake (and to eat!), presents to wrap, and plans to make for family and friends coming to town, or even just plans for you and your sweetie.

We’ve taken the time to compile what’s going on where around the West Valley. If the Christmas spirit has really got a hold of you, think of adding each of these to your local Christmas to-do Bingo cards and catch as many as you can.

The annual Surprise Party returns to the West Valley city over Dec. 5-6. (Photo provided by the City of Surprise

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