Events
Search our guide to what's happening around Arizona. (Want your event listed? Send an email to Noah Austin at [email protected] Be sure to include the dates of the event, public contact information (phone and/or website) and a brief description.)
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Central
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Arizona Fall Restaurant Week : Statewide
September 21 to September 30
Enjoy a 10-day tasting tour, produced by the Arizona Restaurant Association, of restaurants throughout the state. Participating restaurants are known for their cuisine and also spare no expense to give diners an extraordinary culinary experience.
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9th Annual Brazilian Day Arizona Festival : Scottsdale
September 22
The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (7380 E. Second Street) hosts live Brazilian bands and DJs, Brazilian dances and performances, arts and crafts, kids activites, vendor booths, workshops and more from 2 to 9 p.m. $15 admission.
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Smithsonian Magazine's Museum Day Live! at Pueblo Grande Museum : Phoenix
September 22
602-495-0901 www.pueblogrande.com
The museum (4619 E. Washington Street) hosts fun, family-friendly programming with free admission during normal operating hours, 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. To print a ticket for two free admissions, visit www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday.
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The Red Rocks Music Festival : Phoenix & Tucson
September 5 to September 29
For artists, programs, venues and times for this extraordinary event, please check the website.
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Old Town Cottonwood Music and the Market : Cottonwood
September 6 to September 27
928-639-3200 www.facebook.com/TheOTMM/
Starting at 5 p.m. until dark every Thursday evening through September, shop for locally grown fruits, vegetables, jams, breads, hot dogs, handmade jewelry and more while being entertained by fabulous musicians from around the region.
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12th Annual Prescott Pow Wow : Prescott
September 21 to September 23
Watson Lake Park hosts an intertribal, social powwow, Native song and dance, open participation in “Round Dances” and food.
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2018 REI Trail Run Series - Starry Night at McDowell Mountain Regional Park : Scottsdale
September 22
Join REI Outdoor School under the star-filled skies in a first-ever night trail run. Whether you’re looking to run your first trail, hit a new personal best or prepare for Ragnar, this trail run will help set your pace.
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10th Annual Sedona WineFest 2018 at Historic Posse Grounds Park : Sedona
September 22 to September 23
928-862-0210 www.sedonawinefest.com/
Enjoy fabulous Arizona wines, tasty food, music and vendors galore while enjoying the breathtaking panoramic views of the majestic red rocks from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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11th Annual SanTan Brewing Oktoberfest : Chandler
September 29
Dr. A.J. Chandler Park hosts live entertainment, a beer pong tournament, a bag toss, buddy carry, wiener dog races, keg stacking, tricycle races and a bratwurst eating contest from 3 to 11 p.m.
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The Glen Campbell Story at Elks Theatre : Prescott
September 29
928-777-1370 www.prescottelkstheatre.com
Celebrate Glen Campbell’s legacy in this spectacular concert celebrating the life and the music of this singer-songwriter at 7 p.m.
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Fall Festival : Sedona
September 29
928-282-3034 AZStateParks.com/parks/SLRO
Slide Rock State Park hosts harvest and homestead demonstrations, live music, kids activities, face painting, fly wheelers, games and activities for the whole family from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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Ronald K. Brown Evidence, A Dance Company at ASU Gammage : Tempe
September 29
This performance focuses on the seamless integration of traditional African dance with contemporary choreography. Known for his musicality and brilliant use of stage space, Brown’s movement reinforces community in African-American culture.
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48th Annual Vertielee Floyd Memorial Old Time Fiddlers Contest Arizona State Championship : Payson
September 29 to September 30
928-474-5242 x7 www.arizonaoldtimefiddlers.org
Starting at 9 a.m., the Payson Event Center hosts some of Arizona’s best fiddling by contestants ages 6 to 86, plus enjoy food, country and bluegrass music, Irish step-dancers, a children's music workshop, crafts, fiddle makers and leather workers.
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Colonel’s Daughter Contest at Fort Verde State Historic Park : Camp Verde
September 30
Celebrate this Camp Verde tradition sponsored by the Camp Verde Cavalry as they present the newly chosen "Colonel’s Daughter" with a set of spurs after winning a competition in horsemanship and poise.
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"Wander the Wild" for Highlands Center for Natural History : Chino Valley
September 23
From 2:30 to 6:30 p.m., the Windmill House (1400 W. Road 4 North) hosts this annual live auction and dinner, which benefits the Highlands Center for Natural History. Funds raised are for the center's educational programs for children.
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Agua Fria Festival : Dewey-Humboldt
September 22
928-499-9972 www.aguafriafestival.com
Starting at 9 a.m., Arizona's oldest street festival features an Old West parade, games, free contests, a silent auction and raffles. Learn to pan for gold, and maybe even win a real gold nugget. Food and collectible vendors will be on hand.
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Hop Art: The Graphic Design of SanTan Brewery : Chandler
September 7 to September 29
Vision Gallery (10 E. Chicago Street) hosts an exhibition of a graphic designer's work with brewers, illustrators and owners to choose a name, color, font and graphic for your favorite Chandler brews. Free admission; hours vary by day.
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"West Side Story" at Phoenix Theatre : Phoenix
September 5 to October 14
Phoenix Theatre (100 E. McDowell Road) hosts Stephen Sondheim and Leonard Bernstein's breakout musical. Tickets are $29 and up.
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Let's Eat Arizona Donuts Festival : Phoenix
September 30
www.facebook.com/events/223561295129932/
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., downtown Phoenix's monOrchid hosts local doughnut shops showcasing traditional and creative doughnuts in a people's-choice competition to choose the Valley's best doughnuts. Tickets required.
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City Lights Movie Nights Fall Series : Phoenix
September 14 to December 14
CityScape Phoenix hosts free movie screenings the evenings of September 14 ("The Incredibles"), October 12 ("Coco"), November 9 ("The Greatest Showman") and December 14 ("National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" and "Home Alone"). Bring a lawn chair.
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Eve's Place Fall Event: "Elevate" : Phoenix
September 22
602-432-8179 www.evesplace.org
From 6 to 10 p.m., the Heard Museum's Steele Auditorium at the Courtyard (2301 N. Central Avenue) hosts this awards dinner to raise awareness around domestic violence, sexual abuse and teen dating abuse. Tickets are $100 per person.
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4th Annual Commit Campaign Fashion Show : Chandler
September 28
www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-commit-campaign-fashion-show-tickets-49555085595?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
From 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., Chapman BMW Chandler hosts a night filled with fashion and live music to share the message of the Commit Campaign, a photo-based movement breaking the stigma associated with mental health and illness. Tickets are $20.
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Serving Arizona Deaf and Hard of Hearing Young Children : Phoenix
September 25
From 6 to 8 p.m. at 100 N. 15th Avenue, Suite 104, Christina Vorreyer-Davis, the statewide deaf mentor program coordinator, discusses expanding the program to best serve Arizona's families.
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SanTan Oktoberfest : Chandler
September 29
From 3 to 11 p.m., Dr. A.J. Chandler Park (178 E. Commonwealth Avenue) hosts polka music, a brat-eating contest, a stein-holding competition, tricycle races, wiener dog races and other German-themed fun. Tickets are $10-125.
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Annie Moses Band at Tempe Center for the Arts : Tempe
September 22
480-350-2822 tca.ticketforce.com/ordertickets.asp?p=3309
Award-winning PBS sensation Annie Moses Band plays classic and new tunes at 7:30 p.m. at Tempe Center for the Arts. Tickets are $35-45.
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Southern
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Sky Island Tour 2018 : Sierra Vista
September 29
Starting at 7 a.m. at the Windemere Hotel, riders can join a 5-mile, 20-mile, 40-mile or 62-mile recreational ride. Registration and fees required. The event benefits the National Alliance on Mental Illness Southeastern Arizona.
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NAMI 3rd Annual Sky Island Bike Tour : Sierra Vista
September 29
520-459-3228 skyislandtour.com
At 7 a.m., the Windemere Hotel & Conference Center (2047 State Route 92) is the starting point for a 5-mile, 20-mile, 40-mile or 62-mile ride. The event benefits the National Alliance on Mental Illness Southeastern Arizona. Cost is $10-60.
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Madaras Gallery Sidewalk Sale : Tucson
September 22 to September 23
Madaras Gallery (3035 N. Swan Road) offers 25 to 75 percent savings on select items all weekend.
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Like Heaven : Tucson
September 16 to October 7
Tornabene Theatre and Arizona Reparatory Theatre present "Like Heaven," written by University of Arizona professor Elaine Romero.
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Arizona Fall Restaurant Week : Tucson
September 21 to September 30
More than 200 Phoenix area and Tucson restaurants offer specialty prix-fixe dinners for $33 and $44 per person, excluding beverages, tax and gratuity unless noted. Check the website for details.
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Fall Pumpkin Celebration : Willcox
September 22 to September 23
520-384-2084 www.appleannies.com
Celebrate autumn with old-fashioned family fun picking your own pumpkins, fall vegetables and apples, or purchase harvested pumpkins at the farm stand. Enjoy the Corn Maze and a variety of pumpkin dishes.
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30th Annual Oktoberfest : Sierra Vista
September 28 to September 29
The Sierra Vista Elks Lodge No. 2065 (1 Elks Lane) hosts authentic German food and entertainment from 2 to 11 p.m. each day. Admission is free.
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End of Summer Sidewalk Sale at Madaras Gallery : Tucson
September 22 to September 23
Madaras Gallery (3035 N. Swan Road) offers savings of 25 to 75 percent on select items all weekend. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday.
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Refugee Youth Empowerment Concert and Film Event : Tucson
September 29
520-398-2542 theseaofglass.org
Sea of Glass Center for the Arts (330 E. Seventh Street) presents an array of talented musicians from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi and Rwanda. This 6 p.m. event starts with a screening of the award-winning film "Sauti." $15-20.
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"The Unguarded Moment" at Etherton Gallery : Tucson
September 4 to November 10
520-624-7370 www.ethertongallery.com
The gallery (135 S. Sixth Avenue) hosts its first exhibition of the 2018-19 season, which features a selection of photographs by Steve McCurry and Takeshi Ishikawa. The opening reception and book signing is 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, September 8.
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Cochise County Fair : Douglas
September 27 to September 30
520-364-3819 cochisecountyfair.org/
The 94th annual fair features live entertainment, livestock shows, exhibits, contests, fair food, a carnival and more. It opens at 10 a.m. daily at the Cochise County Fairgrounds (3677 N. Leslie Canyon Road).
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MWR Fun Fest 2018 : Sierra Vista
September 21 to September 23
520-417-6960 www.sierravistaaz.gov
The entire family can enjoy this favorite fall event featuring carnival rides and games, live entertainment, food and more. Free admission.
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TUSD Homebuyer Expo : Tucson
September 29
520-837-4027 www.mayorrothschild.com/initiatives/help-for-homebuyers/
From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Catalina Magnet High School (3645 E. Pima Street) hosts this expo featuring information on homebuyer assistance programs, qualifying for a mortgage and improving your credit score.
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Legacy: 40th Anniversary of the Joseph Gross Gallery : Tucson
September 6 to November 15
This event celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Joseph Gross Gallery at the University of Arizona School of Art. A tribute to Joe Gross and reception in his honor is November 15 from 4 to 6 p.m.
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Tucson Pride Parade : Tucson
September 29
www.eventbrite.com/e/2018-tucson-pride-parade-presented-by-intuit-registration-48140525608
Starting at 11 a.m., this parade, which runs from Country Club Road and Manchester Street south on Country Club to Reid Park, celebrates the pride, diversity and culture of Tucson's community. This year's theme is "New Beginnings."
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Tucson Pride Festival : Tucson
September 29
www.eventbrite.com/e/tucson-pride-in-the-desert-2018-tickets-45924799311
Georges DeMeester Performance Center (900 S. Randolph Way) hosts this festival from noon to 9 p.m. Enjoy more than 50 retail, nonprofit and food vendors, plus community resources, entertainment, local artists and more. Tickets are $20 at the door.
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A Very Arizona Oktoberfest : Tucson
September 29
Arizona Beer House (150 S. Kolb Road) hosts this free, family-friendly event from noon until midnight. Enjoy Arizona-brewed German-style craft beers, German-inspired cuisine, other food options, kids activities, live music, contests and more.
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Gadsden Pacific Division Toy Train Operating Museum Sunday Open Houses : Tucson
September 23 to May 26
The museum (3975 N. Miller Avenue) hosts open houses from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. on select Sundays (see website for schedule). There are nine unique train layouts, plus a gift and hobby shop, all operated by volunteers. Free; donations accepted.
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Western
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U.S. Freestyle PWC Championship - Fall Round : Lake Havasu City
September 22
928-412-2976 www.pwcfreestyleusa.com
From 1 to 7 p.m., Rotary Community Park hosts top U.S. freestyle athletes performing unbelievable aerial maneuvers, back flips, barrel rolls and submarines. Free for spectators.
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4th Annual Andy Devine Days Festival at Beale and Fourth Streets : Kingman
September 21 to September 22
www.andydevinedaysfestival.com/
The festival schedule includes a parade, vendors, live entertainment, a car show, a human strength tractor pull contest, rock climbing, water slides, bungee stations, mechanical bull rides, a kiddie obstacle course and an art show.
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Kingman Middle School Band Boosters Rummage Extravaganza : Kingman
September 22
Kingman Middle School hosts this sale of gently used items from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also included are a 50/50 raffle and live entertainment. All proceeds will benefit the school's band program.
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Northern
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Flagstaff Festival of Science -- Accelerating Into the Future : Flagstaff
September 21 to September 30
The festival offers more than 100 free activities, including Science in the Park, SCI Talks, demonstrations, archaeology digs, guided hikes and open houses at research stations, observatories and museums.
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Phoebe Hunt & The Gatherers : Flagstaff
September 27
928-779-2300 flagartscouncil.org
Coconino Center for the Arts presents an Americana instrumentalist with foundations in jazz and swing music with roots through Music Row, Brooklyn, and even to India.
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20th Annual “Standin’ on the Corner” Festival : Winslow
September 28 to September 29
928-289-3434 www.winslowarizona.org
The Eagle Pavilion features live bands, arts and crafts, food and a live auction.
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9th Annual Hopi Festival at Heritage Square : Flagstaff
September 29 to September 30
928-522-8675 hopifestivalonheritagesquare.com
Take part in a celebration of Hopi culture, including social dances, music and traditional and contemporary art, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free.
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Festival of Science Open House : Flagstaff
September 30
The Arboretum at Flagstaff hosts a family-friendly celebration of science and nature in the gardens with scientist lab demonstrations, a scavenger hunt and hands-on activities from 9 a.m. to noon. Free.
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Eastern
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Butterfly Walk at Boyce Thompson Arboretum : Superior
September 22
520-689-2811 arboretum.ag.arizona.edu
Take a walking tour with Arizona State University researcher Ron Rutowski to see, photograph and learn about butterfly species.
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Smithsonian Exhibition - Water/Ways – Miami – Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum : Miami
September 22 to November 4
Explore the endless motion of the water cycle, its effect on landscape, settlement and migration, and its impact on culture and spirituality and how human creativity and resourcefulness provide new ways to protect water resources.
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43rd Annual Fall Artisans Festival – A Heritage Event : Pinetop-Lakeside
September 28 to September 30
928-367-4290 www.pinetoplakesidechamber.com
The Orchard at Charlie Clark's features handmade crafted items by artisans from all over the country. Each artist displays and sells unique designs from jewelry to paintings to wood work! Also enjoy live entertainment.
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