October is one of our busiest months of the year. The winter visitors return and the temperatures become more moderate -- it's time to get outside! Need to find a pumpkin or a Halloween haunted house? Visit Halloween Central!
These are many of the events that you can count on to take place year in and year out. All dates, prices, and activities mentioned are subject to change without notice. Check the website or call to confirm information, because they don't always let me know when there are changes. Activities in this event calendar are appropriate for families unless otherwise indicated. If the event is free, I'll mention that, too.
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Phoenix Event Calendar for October
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2nd Friday in Mesa
Live music, entertainment, art walk, prizes. Each month has a theme. Family friendly. Free admission. On Main Steet between Center and Country Club in Downtown Mesa.
In 2012: 2nd Friday of the month -
Arab American Festival
music, arts and crafts, children's activities and vendors from local businesses. Authentic food, nonstop live entertainment including belly dancers, traditional vocalists, contemporary rap artists, and folkloric dancers. Steele Indian School Park, Phoenix.
In 2012: October 20, 21 - Arizona Cardinals Football
The Arizona Cardinals play professional football at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.
In 2012: Various dates in October -
Arizona Dance Festival
Showcase different dance artists, including emerging artists as well as professionals from all genres and styles of dance. Tempe Center for the Arts.
In 2012: October 12, 13 - Arizona Fall League Baseball
After the regular baseball season is over, there are six more weeks of baseball in October and November when each of the 30 Major League Baseball teams select 6 prospects to play in the AFL. At stadiums around the Valley.
In 2012: Various dates in October and November -
Arizona Polish Festival
Polish cuisine and beer. Vendors with traditional Polish jewelry, crafts, national ornaments, T-shirts, hats. Traditional folk dancers, live music, kids activities. Free admission. Phoenix.
In 2012: October 27, 28 - Arizona State Fair
Rides, food, competitions, concerts, exhibits -- two weeks of fun. Held at the Fairgrounds in Central Phoenix.
In 2012: October 12 - November 4 (except Mondays and Tuesdays) - Arizona Taco Festival
Competitors will cook Tacos and related dishes. Vendors. Admission charge plus tickets charge for samples. Salt River Fields, Scottsdale.
In 2012: October 20, 21 -
ArtBridge Thursdays
Artists, crafters and jewelers exhibit and sell items in a family-friendly, festive environment. SouthBridge, Downtown Scottsdale. Free admission.
In 2012: Every Thursday in October -
Arts in the Park Concert Series
A free concert on the lawn at the Wigwam Resort in downtown Litchfield Park from 3-5 p.m.
In 2012: October 21 -
ASU Homecoming Parade
ASU’s Homecoming Parade welcomes the entire Valley community to celebrate Sun Devil Spirit! Show your Devilish spirit in your best devil, gold, and ASU gear. University Drive, Tempe.
In 2012: October 27 -
Arizona's Ultimate Women's Expo
Hundreds of exhibits of products and services including fashion, beauty, health, fitness, home, careers, financial planning, education. A full schedule of speakers on four stages, book signings, celebrity appearances, and cooking and design demonstrations, including design experts providing tips on preparing your home for the holidays. Phoenix Convention Center.
In 2012: October 13, 14 -
Autumn Celebration
A celebration of all things Irish and Celtic. Pipers, Irish step dancers, Irish music, craft sale and a hayride and kids games with prizes. Raffle with cash prizes. Food and a cash bar. Irish Cultural Center, Phoenix.
In 2012: October ?? -
Autumnfest
Carnival; live entertainment; fine arts and crafts; a pumpkin patch, pony and barrel rides; inflatables and a Eurobungee; hay rides, chili cookoff and a food court with beer and wine garden. Anthem Community Park.
In 2012: October 27, 28 -
Birds 'n' Beer
Birds 'n Beer offers local professionals a fun and refreshing way to learn about Arizona birds and other wildlife while networking with fellow nature-lovers. Have a cold brew while enjoying an enlightening and lively presentation on Arizona nature. Nina Mason Pulliam Rio Salado Audubon Center in Phoenix. RSVP requested 602-468-6470.
In 2012: October 18 -
Breast Cancer Awareness Events
Activities and events to raise money to fight breast cancer.
In 2012: various dates in October -
Cabela's Kids Kamp
Free programs on topics related to hunting, fishing and other outdoor activities for ages 9-13 at Cabela's in Glendale.
In 2012: Every Monday evening (except when store is closed for a holiday) -
Carefree Sundays
Live music at the Courtyard Stage amphitheater at el Pedregal in North Scottsdale. Admission is free, wine and food available for purchase, no outside food or drink permitted, no pets. Performance begins at 1 p.m.
In 2012: October 7, 14, 21, 28 -
Centerline Artwerks | First Saturdays
Features live performing artists, local painters, sculptors, dancers and musicians. Just east of Murphy Park at 58th Avenue north of Glendale Avenue, event goers will have the opportunity to watch artists at work as well as tour the historic area. Free to attend.
In 2012: October 6 -
Chandler Indian Art Market
Native American art from artists all over the Southwest. Authentic art will include jewelry, photography, pottery, paintings, Katsina carvings, sculptures, weavings, clothing, and tribal arts and crafts. Entertainment. Free admission, food available to purchase. AJ Chandler Park, Chandler.
In 2012: October 12 - 14 -
Chandler's Day of Play
An event to promote heath, wellness, and fitness for kids of all ages. Free activities will get the kids playing and their minds active, while parents can explore the various booths on health, wellness, and fitness. Free admission. Tumbleweed Park.
In 2012: October 27 -
Charles Schwab Cup Championship Tournament
The last event on the Champions Tour for pro golfers age 50 and over. A tournament winner be determined, and the Charles Schwab Cup Champion for the year will also be named. Scottsdale.
In 2012: October 31 - November 4 -
Civic Space Lunchtime Concert Series
Concerts featuring Valley performing artists from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Food Trucks, Fair Trade Café and great music. Free admission. Civic Space Park, 424 N Central, Phoenix.
In 2012: October 31 -
Community Cinema
Free movie and post-show discussion, presented by City of Mesa Office of Diversity, City of Mesa Human Relations Advisory Board, Mesa Arts Center, ITVS Community Cinema and Eight Arizona PBS. Dobson Lecture Hall at Mesa Arts Center. Free.
In 2012: October 18
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