Must-See Ugly Christmas Sweater Parties in Metro Phoenix

It's that time of year again ... Time to raid your local thrift store or grandmother's closet in search of something completely hideous and wonderful to wear to your annual ugly Christmas sweater party. But if your Christmas sweater is all laid out and you're at a loss for where...

By Katie Johnson

December 5, 2012

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It's that time of year again ... Time to raid your local thrift store or grandmother's closet in search of something completely hideous and wonderful to wear to your annual ugly Christmas sweater party.

But if your Christmas sweater is all laid out and you're at a loss for where to show it off, we have four local spots that are all geared up to embrace the tackiest piece of apparel this season has to offer.

Phoenix Mingles at North Central Sports Bar

The local singles events host is putting on a Tacky Holiday Party this Thursday, December 6, from 6 to 9 p.m. at North Central Sports Bar. Tickets at $20 and include 2 drinks as well as your fair share of burgers, hotdogs, potato salad, the works.

They will also be collecting donations on location to benefit Youth Evaluation & Treatment Centers. To purchase tickets in advance or to find out more information visit the Phoenix Mingles Facebook Event.

The Shout! House

The dueling piano bar inside Glendale's Westgate City Center is hosting an Ugly Holiday Sweater Party on December 12, starting at 6 p.m. Sporting an ugly seasonal sweater gets you free admission to the party, $5 candy cane shots, and $7 loaded ciders throughout the night. Visit the Shout! House online for party updates and information on future events.

Crescent Ballroom

The indie music video is hosting a Holiday Sweater Party with a purpose on December 13. Crescent will be collecting your choice of either one new unwrapped toy or $5 admission, which can be purchased in advance at Crescent Ballroom online. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with a musical performance by Snake Burner at 8:00pm.

Practical Art

This local art retailer is bring back its second annual Ugly Sweater Holiday Party on December 13 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. The event will feature photo ops, holiday tunes, seasonal treats, drinks, and a $50 gift card to the store for the winner of the best (or worst) ugly sweater. Visit Practical Art online for more details.

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