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Phoenix Event Calendar - October

October Festivals and Events in the Greater Phoenix

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October events calendar Phoenix AZ

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  • Peoria Beer Festival
    Sample local beers and food. Entertainment. Dine, drink and dance in the outfield of the baseball diamond. Silent auction and door prizes. Peoria Sports Complex.
    In 2011: October 22

  • Phoenix Bridal Show
    Plan your dream wedding. Downtown Phoenix.
    In 2011: October 9

  • Phoenix Coyotes Hockey
    Our professional NHL hockey team hopes to howl its way to the Stanley Cup. Jobing.com Arena.
    In 2011: Various dates in October

  • Phoenix Fashion Week
    Features over 30 designer fashion shows and trunk sales, featuring Holiday and Spring collections, a celebrity charity fashion show and including retailers, celebrities, fashionistas, and media, primarily from the west coast.
    In 2011: October 5 - 8

  • Phoenix Pagan Pride Day
    Ritual demonstrations, workshops, vendors, Art Walk, children’s area, entertainment, raffles. Glendale.
    In 2011: October 15

  • Phoenix Suns Basketball
    Our professional basketball team plays hoops at the US Airways Center.
    In 2011: Various dates in October

  • Pholkfest
    A Serbian celebration. Live music, dance and authentic Serbian food. Official dance presentation on Saturday. Saint Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, 4436 East McKinley Street, Phoenix
    In 2011: October 7, 8

  • Queen Creek Horse Expo
    Gunfights, wardrobed characters, renowned horse trainers, wagon rides, mounted shooters and cowboy games. Family zone with petting zoo. Raffle, vendors, demonstrations. Horse Shoe Park and Equestrian Centre, Queen Creek.
    In 2011: October 15

  • Railfair
    Model train displays and exhibits, moon bounces, and other entertainment at Scottsdale's McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park. Admission to Railfair is free. Train and carousel rides have a nominal charge.
    In 2011: October 8, 9

  • Rainbows Festival
    An urban street fair and festival in downtown Phoenix at Heritage Square and the surrounding streets. This is the largest gay/lesbian event in the state of Arizona. Music, art, shopping, food, entertainment. Admission is free.
    In 2011: October 1, 2

  • Ring of Fire Craft Beer Festival
    Samplings from unique specialty Craft beers brewed along the Pacific Ocean’s “Ring of Fire”, an area along the North American and Pacific plates. Live entertainment. People with CTCA Tennis Championships tickets get free admission. Surprise Tennis and Racquet Complex, Surprise.
    In 2011: October 8

  • Scottsdale ArtWalk
    Every Thursday evening the Scottsdale Art District invites you to spend a casual evening walking downtown and enjoying fine art. Free.
    In 2011: Every Thursday evening

  • Scottsdale International Film Festival
    The Scottsdale International Film Festival is held at the Harkins Shea 14.
    In 2011: September 30 - October 4

  • Stagecoach Village Art & Wine Festival
    Fine art, fine wines, local cuisine and music at Stagecoach Village, Cave Creek. Free admission and parking.
    In 2011: October 28 - 30

  • Sun Devil Football
    Arizona State University's football team competes for PAC-10 glory at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, AZ.
    In 2011: Various dates in October

  • Sundays in Paradise
    Free concerts on Paradise Views lawn at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., with live music beginning at 3 p.m. There is no cover charge to attend and locals are encouraged to bring their own blanket, or they may opt for a special Gourmet Picnic Package for $50, which includes a blanket to borrow, bottle of wine, and choice of appetizers.
    In 2011: October 9, 16

  • Sunset Cinema, A Holiday Affair Film Series
    Enjoy an outdoor film at Montelucia Resort & Spa. Purchase specialty hot cocoas, a variety of gourmet-flavored popcorn and other holiday-inspired treats. Admission is free, locals welcome. Dress warmly and arrive early as space is limited. Movies begin at 6 p.m.
    In 2011: October 23

  • Super Chevy Show
    The Super Chevy Show boasts one of the sport’s finest Performance & Restoration Midways. Swap Meet / Car Corral. Nitro Coupe Challenge, including the short wheelbase, “Ground Pounding” Nitro Coupes; wheelstanders; Nitro Nostalgia Funny Cars; Jet Cars. Local racers compete in the Bracket 1 Brawl, Bracket 2 Battle and the DOT Street Fight.Firebird Raceway, Chandler.
    In 2011: October 29 - 30

  • 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 2011: October 18

  • Taste of Cave Creek
    Tastings from Cave Creek area restaurants, fine art exhibit, Desert Foothills Film Festival showings, live music, beer garden, wine tasting.
    In 2011: October 15, 16

  • Taste of Greece Food & Dance Festival
    Three days of Greek folk dancing and live music, plus Greek foods and pastries prepared daily by Greek Chefs. Peoria.
    In 2011: October 21 - 23

  • Tour de Tempe
    a 10-mile community bike ride. Meet at Kiwanis Park in Tempe. Helmets required. Bike demonstrations, safety tips, bike rodeos and bike tune-ups.
    In 2011: October 23

  • Uncorked & Unplugged
    Uncorked & Unplugged is a casual yet sophisticated evening under the stars celebrating the foods from fine local area restaurants as well as fine wine and spirits. Live entertainment. A benefit for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale. Desert Ridge Marketplace.
    In 2011: October 23

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