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Phoenix Event Calendar - January

January Festivals & Events in the Phoenix Area

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January Events Calendar for Scottsdale and Phoenix

Phoenix Open

© Judy Hedding

Here are more January Festivals and Events in the Phoenix area, continued from the previous page.

  • Movies at the Museum
    Phoenix Art Museum. Independent and classic cinema and documentaries relating to art, artists, and works on view in the Museum, usually followed by discussion. Free with paid museum admission. First come, first seated.
    In 2012: January 8, 15, 20, 22, 25

  • Music in the Garden
    Sunday afternoons from noon to 2 p.m. at the Desert Botanical Garden. Tickets must be purchased. Ticket price includes admission to the garden. See a video about visiting Desert Botanical Garden.
    In 2012: January 8, 22, 29

  • Native Trails
    Native Trails celebrates Native American society and focuses on the individual cultures of these Southwest tribes. Native American performers present musical performances using traditional instruments. Chairs and picnic baskets welcome. Native foods, arts, crafts, and jewelry. Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. Free admission.
    In 2012: selected Thursdays and Saturdays, January through April

  • No Pants AZ Light Rail Ride
    An event where people ride light rail and take off their pants, and try to act normal about it. Underwear and appropriate demeanor required.
    In 2012: January 8

  • P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona
    P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon & 1/2 Marathon will go through three Arizona cities. Live music along the entire route.
    In 2012: January 15

  • Phoenix Coyotes Hockey
    Our professional NHL hockey team hopes to howl its way to the Stanley Cup. They play at the Jobing.com Arena.
    In 2012: Various dates in January

  • Phoenix Suns Basketball
    Our professional basketball team plays hoops at the US Airways Center.
    In 2012: Various dates in January

  • Quilt, Craft and Sewing Festival
    Supply show, classes and workshops. Arizona State Fairgrounds, Phoenix.
    In 2012: January 26 - 28

  • RM Auctions
    At the Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa, Phoenix. Over 100 important and historically significant motor cars are presented for auction, bringing together some of the world's finest vintage automobiles with some of the world's most discerning collectors. Admission to the auction is by catalog only which is available for $100 and admits two.
    In 2012: January 19, 20

  • Runs and Walks
    You'll find quite an assortment of competitive and non-competitive events and fundraisers, especially in January and February, for both walkers and runners.
    In 2012: Various dates in January

  • Science Saturdays
    Combines science experiments with historic home tours. Different science projects at each session. Historic home tours and garden walks will also be available. Free. Tumbleweed Park, Chandler.
    In 2012: January 14

  • Scottsdale ArtWalk
    Every Thursday evening the Scottsdale Art District invites you to spend a casual evening walking downtown and enjoying fine art. Free.
    In 2012: Every Thursday evening

  • Scottsdale Street Fair
    Fine arts and crafts, gift items, food vendors, local performers, activities for kids, farmers market. Scottsdale Pavilions.
    In 2012: Every Sunday in January

  • Second Sundays in the Park
    Live music and entertainment. Family event. Free. Surprise Community Park.
    In 2012: January 8

  • Semper Fidelis All-American Bowl
    Catch a glimpse of the future stars of college and professional football in a traditional East versus West matchup between some of the most sought-after recruits in the country. Free admission. Chase Field.
    In 2012: January 3

  • SouthBridge Sundays
    Crafters, jewelers, and artists display their work at a casual artisan market. SouthBridge, Downtown Scottsdale. Free admission.
    In 2012: Every Sunday in January

  • Sunday A'Fair
    Musical mini-festival that takes place outdoors on the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall. Free admission.
    In 2012: January 15, 22

  • Talk Cinema
    Audience members are the critics at a sneak-preview film. This film series screens award-winning indie and foreign films before their theatrical release. The films are selected from leading festivals by critic Harlan Jacobson. Screenings include moderated conversations hosted by guest speakers. Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.
    In 2012: January 10

  • Walkabout
    A celebration of local traditions, national customs and global cultures that showcases the Museum's international collection of art. Live performances by storytellers, artists and musicians that reflect the works exhibited. Phoenix Art Museum.
    In 2012:

  • Walk-In Wednesdays
    Local musicians perform at a free open mic night from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tempe Center for the Arts in Downtown Tempe.
    In 2012: Every Wednesday in January

  • Waste Management Phoenix Open Golf Tournament
    In North Scottsdale the pro golfers will get together for the first PGA tournament of the year. The PGA Waste Management Phoenix Open Golf Tournament, formerly known as the FBR Open, is held at the TPC Scottsdale course at the Fairmont Scottsdale. This tournament attracts the largest crowds of any PGA event.
    In 2012: January 30 - February 5

  • Westgate Hot Rods and Classics Cruz-In
    Owners and enthusiasts cruise the Cruz-In. Hundreds, sometimes even thousands of classic Hot Rods and Classics park near AMC and Fountain Park. Family friendly. Westgate City Center, Glendale.
    In 2012: January 28

  • Westgate Tailgate Party
    Before every Arizona Cardinals home game there will be burgers, brats, adult beverages and entertainment for the entire family, plus about a dozen bars and restaurants. Each tailgate party starts roughly three hours before the game and lasts until kickoff. Free admission, food and beverages for purchase. Westgate City Center, Glendale.
    In 2012: January 1

  • River of Time Museum Western Night
    All-you-can eat Western Buffet, reduced price cash bar, continuous live entertainment, raffle, auction. Holiday Inn in Fountain Hills.
    In 2012: January 28

  • Winter Water Safety Day and Polar Plunge
    A brisk morning swim to help promote water safety. The pool is not heated, estimated to be in the 50s. Registration required. Sunrise Pool, Peoria.
    In 2012: January 7

  • ZooLights
    Lights, animated displays and carousel rides at the Phoenix Zoo.
    In 2012: through January 8

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