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Mesa schedules free Merry Main Street kickoff for November 27

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Merry Main Street begins November 27, 2026, with a free kickoff from 5 to 10 p.m. in downtown Mesa. The city lists a holiday market around its Christmas tree, a holiday program and the tree lighting, centered at 1 N. Macdonald. This is the kickoff schedule; check the event website for the season’s daily activities and any separate admission charges.

This brief records the information reported on Nov 1, 2026. Opening dates and operating details may have changed.

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