This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for October 16-22.
Calendar listings include public events and attractions from around the Valley and state. Confirm information before making plans by calling the listed phone number, or check each website for last minute confirmation or cancellations.
Arizona Craft Beer Awards Festival
Saturday, October 21
PHOENIX magazine, in partnership with the Arizona Craft Brewer’s Guild, is proud to present the 2nd Annual AZ Craft Beer Awards, recognizing the best in Arizona brewing! The Festival, held on October 21, 2023, will be the celebration of these awards, bringing the beer community together so we can all enjoy the best Arizona has to offer! tickets.phoenixmag.com
Arizona Diamondbacks NLCS Games 3, 4 and 5 (if necessary)
October 19-21
The D-backs are four wins away from the the World Series, with the Philadelphia Phillies standing in the way. Chase Field will play host to Games 3 and 4 on Thursday an and Friday, and Game 5 (if necessary) on Saturday. Limited playoff baseball game tickets available at dbacks.com/tickets
Sixth Annual Sunnyslope Studio Tour
October 21-22
Creativity in Phoenix isn’t limited to First Friday on Roosevelt Row. Take a self-guided tour of art galleries in Sunnyslope, where the North Central Phoenix community of more than 25 artists will be on hand to discuss their process and sell their work. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Check sunnyslopestudiotour.com for a map pf participating studios and tour information.
Peppa Pig’s Sing-Along Party
October 22
Cartoon sensation Peppa Pig is having a dance party, and she’s inviting her parents, Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep, Gerald Giraffe and your family to come sing along in this immersive show for all ages. 1:30 p.m., $39.50-$58.50, Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
Trevor Noah
October 20
The former host of The Daily Show walked away from the desk last year. Now he’s stepping behind the mic to talk politics and other shenanigans. 8 p.m., $49.50-$125, Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
Arizona Coyotes
October 21-30
The ’Yotes return to Tempe this season with games against the Anaheim Mighty Ducks, Oct. 21; Los Angeles Kings, Oct. 27; and Chicago Blackhawks, Oct. 30. Check website for times and ticket prices. Mullett Arena, 411 S. Packard Drive, Tempe, 480-563-PUCK, coyotes.nhl.com
Celebrating David Bowie
October 18
The influential “Space Oddity” singer’s absence is still deeply felt in the music world. In the years following his death, this show has paid tribute to the legend’s music. This time around, Bauhaus’ Peter Murphy and guitarist Adrian Belew take the stage. 8 p.m., $39-$244, Celebrity Theatre, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, 602-267-1600, celebritytheatre.com
Barefoot in the Park
October 20-November 5
The Arizona Theatre Company puts its spin on Neil Simon’s beloved romantic comedy about newlyweds struggling to make their marriage work. Check website for showtimes and ticket prices. Herberger Theater Center, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, 833-282-7328, atc.org
A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder
October 20-November 5
A poverty-stricken London clerk discovers he’s ninth in line to inherit an earldom, so he schemes to knock off the eight men standing in his way. Check website for showtimes. $40-48, Gyder Theater at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts, 10580 N. 83rd Dr., Peoria, 623-815-7930, theatreworks.org
Fiddler On the Roof
Now through November 25
For nearly 60 years, you’d be hard-pressed to find a musical that’s had as deep of an impact on contemporary culture as Tony Award-winning Fiddler on the Roof. The American Theatre Guild is presenting this heartwarming tale of a Jewish man in Imperial Russia struggling to keep his religious traditions alive. Check website for days and times. $32-$48. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
Arizona State Fair
Through October 29
The monster trucks, rodeos, carnival rides, deep-fried food and other fair traditions aren’t going anywhere. However, this year’s big change is that the Coliseum Concert Series is returning with performances by Walker Hayes, Brothers Osborne and Ne-Yo. Check website for ticket prices and event schedules. Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Rd., Phoenix, 602-252-6771, azstatefair.com
Tiananmen: A New Musical
Through October 29
Decades after the tragic Tiananmen Square Massacre, the leader’s sister returns to where it all happened to pay tribute to those who clashed over democracy and human rights in communist China. Call for times and ticket prices. Mainstage Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
Pumpkin Days & Corn Maze
Through October 31
This yearly tradition includes a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, jumping pillows, a tomato cannon, corm mazes and train rides. Call for times and ticket prices. Tolmachoff Farms, 5726 N 75th Ave., Glendale, 623-999-3276, tolmachoff-farms.com
Old MacDonald’s Pumpkin Patch
Through October 29
The famous farmer’s animals are getting ready to trick or treat. There’s only one problem: They need costumes! Call for times. $12, adults; $8, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Through November 4
The Biblically inspired musical by Andrew Lloyd Weber and Tim Rice follows the trials and tribulations of the favorite son of Jacob as he and his kaleidoscopic outfit rise to become Egypt’s second-in-command. Check website for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, azbroadway.org
Steel Magnolias
Through November 21
Don’t forget to bring plenty of tissues to this show about a group of small-town Southern women who share an unbreakable bond, despite their various backgrounds and struggles. The play served as the inspiration for the 1989 film of the same name starring Sally Field, Julia Roberts, Dolly Parton and Daryl Hannah. Check website for days and times. $32-$48. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
Damn Yankees
Through October 28
Staged in the round, catch this musical about a middle-aged baseball fan who makes a deal with the devil to lead his team to victory against the Yankees. With songs by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross, including the standards “Heart” and “Whatever Lola Wants,” Damn Yankees hits it out of the park. Check website for days and times. $25-$36. 8989 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale, 480-314-0841, donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill
Through November 26
Pioneering chanteuse Billie Holiday sings and tells stories about her life – and becomes increasingly inebriated and incomprehensible – in a raggedy Philadelphia bar, just months before her untimely death in 1959. The setlist includes the captivating “What a Little Moonlight Can Do,” contemplative “God Bless the Child,” and the haunting, controversial “Strange Fruit.” Call for times and ticket prices. Judith Hardes Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
Canal Convergence
November 3-12
Playful art that merges color, water and light will illuminate the Arizona Canal this fall. This annual event, presented by Scottsdale Public Art, will also feature hands-on activities, workshops, music and dance performances, and a beer and wine garden. Scottsdale Waterfront, 7135 E Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, canalconvergence.com
Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks
December 8
Christmas comes early for fans of the Piano Man and the reigning Queen of Rock and Roll. The ‘70s singer-songwriters are teaming up for an unforgettable concert. 7 p.m., $67.50-$346.50, Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-514-8400, dbacks.com
