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Festivals & Events in the Phoenix Area - September

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Things to do in Phoenix in September

Butterflies at Desert Botanical Garden

This list of September festivals and events in Greater Phoenix is continued from the previous page. Looking for big name concerts, shows or theatre? Check this calendar for September performances. Ready to start looking for a pumpkin or a Halloween haunted house? Visit Halloween Central!

  • Mesa Arts Center Season Kickoff Preview
    Mesa Arts Center debuts its fall exhibitions, live entertainment, artist demonstrations, shopping, food, motorcycles and cars on display and performances in the theaters. Bring the family. Free. Mesa Arts Center.
    In 2012: September 14

  • Monarch Butterfly Exhibit / Mariposa Monarca
    Marshall Butterfly Pavilion at the Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix. Watch a video about Desert Botanical Garden.
    In 2012: September 29 - November 25

  • Motorcycles on Main
    The streets of downtown Mesa are closed to all but bikers and people who love motorcycles. Music, food, beer garden. Free admission.
    In 2012: First Friday of the month

  • Movie in the Park
    Free admission. Fountain Park in Fountain Hills.
    In 2012: September 22

  • Movies at the 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. Phoenix Art Museum.
    In 2012: Various dates in September

  • Movie Night at the Ballpark
    Park concessions will be open. No alcohol, glass containers or chairs may be brought into the event. Factory sealed, pre-packaged single serving snack items permitted. One factory sealed plastic water bottle not more than 1 liter in size per person. Free. Goodyear Ballpark.
    In 2012: September 7

  • Nathan Tempe Triathlon
    Two different races in downtown Tempe, with the swim at Tempe Town Lake.
    In 2012: September 23

  • Out and About in Avondale
    A monthly community event in Avondale. Activities vary each month and may include block parties, concerts, movies, and seasonal holiday-themed events.
    In 2013: second Friday of the month

  • Phoenix Boys Choir Thursday Concert
    The world-renowned Tour Choir will perform new works, sneak peeks at special repertoire and audience favorites. Tickets sold at the gate, $10 each and free for kids 12 and under. Steele Indian School Park Memorial Hall, Phoenix.
    In 2012: September 27

  • Phoenix Cooks!
    Attend Phoenix Cooks! classes, culinary demonstrations, sample Chef creations and spirits, marketplace. North Scottsdale.
    In 2012: September 1

  • Phoenix Mercury WNBA Basketball
    The women of the Phoenix Mercury play professional basketball at the US Airways Center.
    In 2012: Various dates in September

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

  • September Concert
    Mesa Sister Cities presents international music and dance from Peru, Mexico and China. Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St. The annual concert is part of the Mesa Arts Center’s season kickoff party. Free admission. Mesa Arts Center.
    In 2012: September 14

  • Smithsonian Museum Day
    See which Arizona museums offer free admission on this annual recognition of affiliates of the Smithsonian Institution.
    In 2012: September 29

  • Sun Devil Football
    Arizona State University's football team competes for PAC-12 glory at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, AZ.
    In 2012: Various dates in September

  • Teddy Bear Day
    Celebrate National Teddy Bear Day with make-and-take arts and crafts, treats and deals in Historic Downtown Glendale. Begin at the Glendale Visitor Center. The Visitor Center will be accepting new and gently hugged teddy bears for donation. Downtown Glendale.
    In 2012: September 8

  • Tequilazona
    Sample tequilas, margaritas, food, non-alcoholic drinks. Live entertainment. Westgate City Center, Glendale.
    In 2012: September 28

  • Tukee Fest Rockin' in the Park
    Bring your blanket, chairs, family and neighbors for food, music, rides. Ahwatukee.
    In 2012: September 29

  • 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: Wednesdays in September

  • Westgate Bike Night
    Thousands of bikes line Coyotes Boulevard. Videos on large screen. Family friendly. Restaurant specials. Westgate City Center, Glendale.
    In 2012: September 13, 20, 27

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