Arizona Fine Art Expo
JANUARY 10-MARCH 23
Guests can meet and watch nationally acclaimed, award-winning and emerging artists at work in more than 100 patron-friendly studios as Thunderbird Artists hosts this art adventure. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. 26540 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, 480-837-7163, arizonafineartexpo.com
Russo and Steele Collector Car Auction
January (TBD)
Auction action is in high gear as hundreds of European sports cars, American muscle cars, hot rods and custom collector cars cross the auction block. 18601 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, 602-252-2697, russoandsteele.com
Celebration of Fine Art
JANUARY 18-MARCH 30
This 35th annual juried invitational gathering features 100 renowned and emerging artists who show and sell their gallery-quality work in an intimate studio setting. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. 18400 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, 480-443-7695, celebrateart.com
Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon
JANUARY 18-19
Participants run to the beat as local bands and cheer teams add spirit and inspiration throughout this marathon and half marathon, which winds through Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe, and concludes with a finish line festival at Tempe Beach Park. Kids’ races and a 5K, Jan. 18; and a 10K, Jan. 19, are included. It’s the Valley’s signature running event. runrocknroll.com/arizona
Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival
JANUARY 14-16
Thunderbird Artists presents this juried fine-art festival, which showcases more than 100 artists from throughout the world, complemented by wine tastings and live entertainment. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 101 Easy St., Carefree, thunderbirdartists.com
Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction
JANUARY 18-26
Bid on thousands of vintage and custom cars cruising into the Valley for this week-long celebration of collector car culture. Interactive demonstrations and displays add to the action. 8 a.m. WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, barrett-jackson.com
Arizona Concours d’Elegance
JANUARY 19
French for “competition of excellence,” Concours d’Elegance is a curated exhibition of select collector cars competing for the coveted title of Best of Show. 9 a.m. Scottsdale Civic Center, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale, arizonaconcours.com
Cave Creek Indian Art Market
JANUARY 24-26
This multicultural celebration of tribal and regional arts, crafts and entertainment showcases handcrafted creations by Native American and Southwestern artisans, along with unique health and wellness products. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Frontier Town, 6245 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek, cavecreekaz.gov
Arizona Balloon Classic
JANUARY 24-26
Dozens of hot air balloons fill the sky during Hare & Hound races; then light up the night during Desert Glows. Live entertainment, a kite festival, stunt bike shows, tethered balloon rides, a beer garden and fireworks add to the festivities. A portion of proceeds benefits Valley of the Sun United Way. Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, abcfest.com
Doggie Street Festival
JANUARY 25
Find music, free snacks, vet tips, pet products and more at this outdoor canine-friendly gathering. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, 602- 495-0935, doggiestreetfestival.org
