This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for September 30-October 6.
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. E-mail calendar.events@citieswestmedia.com to submit events for consideration.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Pedal Haus Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 5
Now with four Valley locations, Oktoberfest at Pedal Haus Brewery is bigger and better than ever! Take part in the fall festivities in Tempe, Downtown Phoenix, Chandler and the new Mesa location. More info at pedalhausbrewery.com
Sum 41
October 2
If you have never seen the “Fat Lip” band, now is the time. The Canadian pop-punk group will hang up their guitars when its latest worldwide tour ends. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
Ronald McDonald House Charities 50th Anniversary Gala
October 5
Celebrate the golden anniversary of Ronald McDonald House Charities, whose mission is to keep families together and bring them closer to the medical resources they need. Hosted by Arizona’s Family’s Susan Casper, the event will have food, drinks, dancing and an auction. 6 p.m. Tickets start at $500. Hotel Valley Ho, 6850 E. Main St., Scottsdale, rmhccnaz.org
Pumpkin Days & Corn Maze
October 1-31
This yearly tradition includes a pumpkin patch, a petting zoo, jumping pillows, a tomato cannon, corn mazes and train rides. Call for times and ticket prices. Tolmachoff Farms, 5726 N. 75th Ave., Glendale, 623-999-3276, tolmachoff-farms.com
Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree
October 3-31
The Great Arizona Puppet Theater has a new Halloween variety show that is sure to bring a smile and a scare to audiences young and old. Call for times. $12, adults; $8, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org
13th Annual Integrity Summit
October 3
Are you looking for inspiration on how to manage your business ethically and with integrity? You can find it at this year’s Integrity Summit. There will be workshops and speeches from well-known business leaders to help you become the best version of leader you can be. Check website for schedule and ticket prices. Chateau Luxe, 1175 E. Lone Cactus Dr., Phoenix, integritysummit.com
Korn
October 3
Nu-metal pioneer Korn is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its self-titled debut with a show featuring its greatest hits, including “Got the Life” and “Freak on a Leash.” 6:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
Pitbull
October 4
The Florida-based rapper, aka “Mr. Worldwide,” is branching out from music as an education advocate, NASCAR team owner and motivational speaker. He’s taking a break from his entrepreneurial interests and bringing T-Pain for the Party After Dark tour. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
Chayanne
October 5
The boy band Los Chicos parted ways 40 years ago, but Chayanne is still a superstar. When he hits the road this year, he’ll perform songs from his latest pop album, Bailemos Otra Vez. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com
Wynonna Judd
October 5
If you missed Wynonna Judd at the Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival earlier this year, the country music gods have given you a second chance to see the legendary singer. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
Imagine Dragons
October 6
Music fans hate to love the Las Vegas-based Imagine Dragons. But since superstar producer Rick Rubin stepped behind the boards for its latest record, is it only a matter of time until we all embrace the “Radioactive” group? 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, 2121 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-7200, livenation.com
THEATRE & DRAMA
Million Dollar Quartet
October 4-November 2
This jukebox musical brings to life the recording session at Sun Studios on December 4, 1956, with Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. Check website for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, azbroadway.org
Waitress: The Musical
Through November 24
The hit indie film about a waitress who longs for a new life is now a musical featuring music by Sara Bareilles. Call for times and ticket prices. Mainstage Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
Tales From the Bayou
Through October 5
Thanks to a grant awarded by the Jim Henson Foundation, this collection of folktales set in the swamp and brought to life with puppets and special effects will make its world premiere in Phoenix. Call for times. $23, members; $25, non-members. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org
Anastasia
Now through October 26
The intrigue and romance of the beloved animated film will come to life on stage courtesy of the creative animator who brought it to the screen, director Don Bluth. Check website for days and times. $30-$40. Don Bluth Front Row Theatre, 8989 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale, 480-314-0841, donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com
We Ain’t Ever Gonna Break Up: The Hymon & Parfunkel Musical
Through November 3
Mamma Mia, Jersey Boys, Tina. The jukebox musical is more popular than ever, so the time is right for them to be parodied. Featuring music from a band that never existed, this play follows the hilarious story of a folk duo that rose to fame with their signature song about staying together, only to break up constantly. Call for times and ticket prices. Judith Hardes Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Through October 5
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice penned this musical that retells the Biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors. Check website for days and times. $39-$58. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com
Drunk Shakespeare
Through October 31
If you didn’t like Shakespeare in high school, this is the event for you. The concept is simple: One performer downs five shots of liquor and takes the cast through a play by the Bard in 90 minutes. Check website for times and ticket prices. The Rose Theatre, 455 N. 3rd St., Phoenix, drunkshakespeare.com
SPORTS
Arizona Cardinals
The regular season continues against the Los Angeles Chargers, Oct. 21. Call for kickoff times and ticket prices. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, azcardinals.com
ASU Football
The Sun Devils take on Kansas University, Oct. 5; and University of Utah, Oct. 11. Call for times and ticket prices. ASU Sun Devil Stadium, 500 E. Veterans Way, Tempe, 480-727-0000, thesundevils.com
Phoenix Rising F.C.
The season for the Valley’s soccer team comes to a close with matches against Monterey Bay F.C., Oct. 4; and Memphis 901 F.C., Oct. 19. Call for times and ticket prices. Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium, 3801 E. Washington St., Phoenix, phxrisingfc.com
CONCERTS
MONDAY
- Fontaines D.C. with Been Stellar @ The Van Buren
- Joywave @ Crescent Ballroom
- Mon Rovia @ The Rebel Lounge
- Myles Smith with Sam Tompkins @ Valley Bar – Sold Out
TUESDAY
- Healy @ Valley Bar
- Magdalena Bay @ Crescent Ballroom
- Peter Cat Recording Co. @ The Van Buren
WEDNESDAY
- Gable Price and Friends @ Crescent Ballroom
- Glass Beams @ The Van Buren
- Orville Peck with Nikki Lane & Emily Nenni @ Mesa Amphitheatre
- Sum 41 with The Interrupters & Many Eyes @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- Zach Seabaugh @ Valley Bar
THURSDAY
- A Boogie Wit da Hoodie @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- Korn with Gojira & Spiritbox @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre – Low Ticket Alert
- The Sisters of Mercy with special guest BLAQK AUDIO @ The Van Buren
- Two Another @ Crescent Ballroom
FRIDAY
- Citizen Soldier with Icon For Hire & Halocene @ The Van Buren
- Pitbull with T-Pain @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
SATURDAY
- Bonny Light Horseman @ Crescent Ballroom
- Dana and Alden @ Valley Bar
- The National Parks @ The Van Buren
- Wynonna Judd @ Arizona Financial Theatre
SUNDAY
- Everglow @ The Van Buren
- FLETCHER with Maude Latour @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- Imagine Dragons with eaJ @ Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre – Low Ticket Alert
Buy tickets at LIVENATION.COM or TICKETMASTER.COM
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
Kevin Hart
October 11-12
The busiest (and shortest) man in showbiz is heading out on the road for a comedy tour titled Acting My Age. 7:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com
Taco Fest
October 19-20
More than 40 of the best tacos makers will be joined by local musicians, DJs, artists and vendors to celebrate everyone’s favorite entrée: tacos. 11 Sa., 11 a.m-7 p.m.; Su., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, tacofestaz.com
Swan Lake
October 24-27
Tchaikovsky’s classic score intensifies the passion and heartbreak of this timeless love story. Check website for times and ticket prices. Symphony Hall, 75 N. Second St., Phoenix, 602-262-6225, balletaz.org
November 8-17
Canal Convergence
Eye-popping art that reflects color, water and light in both the literal and metaphorical sense 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
