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Charter Bus to Historic Downtown Glendale
Historic Downtown Glendale centers on Catlin Court and Old Towne — blocks of early-1900s bungalows converted into antique stores, candy shops and tea rooms. The district bills itself as Arizona's Antique Capital and draws its biggest crowds for Glendale Glitters, the massive holiday light festival each winter.
Catlin Court, 5800 W Palmaire Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301 Antique-hunting weekends, holiday light events and relaxed group strolls.
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Suggested time
1.5–3 hours
Best time
Sat mornings for shops; Dec evenings for Glitters
Official website
www.visitglendale.com ↗Must-see spots
- Catlin Court antique shops
- Murphy Park lawn & bandshell
- Candy factories & soda fountains
- Glendale Glitters holiday lights
Suggested itinerary · Glendale antique morning
- 1Catlin Court shops
- 2Murphy Park stroll
- 3Lunch in Old Towne
Know before you go
- The candy shops and soda fountains around Catlin Court are great stops for school groups.
- Murphy Park in the center hosts the light festival and weekend markets.
- Street parking fills fast on Saturdays — drop groups at the park edge.
Tips for group trips
- Antique shops keep small hours — plan a morning-to-mid-afternoon visit, closed many Mondays.
- Glendale Glitters weekends require remote parking and shuttles; a charter bus works well.
- The district is flat and compact — easy for older groups to stroll.
Frequently asked questions
What is Glendale Glitters?
The city's free holiday light festival — millions of lights across downtown each November–January with weekend events.
Is the antique district open every day?
Most shops run Tue–Sat, roughly 10am–5pm; Sundays and Mondays have limited hours.
Can a bus drop a group close by?
Yes — drop at Murphy Park on the district edge; oversized parking is limited in the historic core.
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