This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for September 29-October 5.
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
The World of Hans Zimmer
October 3
The prolific film composer will not be attending this concert, which features his work, but he has authorized and curated this symphonic arena show. 7:30 p.m. Check website for prices. Desert Diamond Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale, desertdiamondarena.com
Harold’s Cave Creek Corral 90th Anniversary Celebration
October 1-12
The iconic country western bar is throwing one helluva party for its 90th birthday. Check the website for event lineup and ticket prices. Harold’s Cave Creek Corral, 6895 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek, 480-488-1906, haroldscorral.com
Roktoberfest
October 3-4
Prost! Huss Brewing Co. and San Tan Brewing Company are joining forces for a family-friendly celebration of all things German with a musical twist. F, 4:30-10 p.m.; Sa, noon-10 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. A.J. Chandler Park, 3 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler, santanbrewing.com
Pumpkin Days & Corn Maze
October 1-31
This yearly tradition includes a pumpkin patch, a petting zoo, jumping pillows, corn mazes and train rides. Call for times and ticket prices. Tolmachoff Farms, 5726 N. 75th Ave., Glendale, 623-999-3276, tolmachoff-farms.com
Kerr Cellars Wine Dinner
October 3
We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort welcomes guests for an exclusive five-course strolling wine dinner hosted by LPGA Hall of Famer and vintner Cristie Kerr, founder of Kerr Cellars. Guests will enjoy expertly paired wines alongside a curated tasting menu in Ember, We-Ko-Pa’s award-winning fine dining restaurant. Friday, October 3, 7pm. We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort , Ember Restaurant, 10438 WeKoPa Way, Fort McDowell. wekopacasinoresort.com/kerr-wine-dinner
Arizona State Fair
Through October 26
It’s the perfect time of year for rodeos, monster trucks, carnival rides, deep-fried food and other state fair traditions. There’s also the Coliseum Concert Series, where the Latin pop group Reik is scheduled to perform. Check website for ticket prices and event schedules. Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell Rd., Phoenix, 602-252-6771, azstatefair.com
Harvest Nights
Through November 9
Get into the fall season at the Fall Harvest Pumpkin & Food Festival. The family-friendly event features a corn maze, a glowing trail of lights, inflatables, hayrides, pumpkin carving, crafts and food trucks. Open Wednesday through Sunday starting at 5 p.m. Phoenix Event Comples, 2209 N. 99th Ave, Phoenix. visitdhfarms.com
Le Petit Chef
Through December 31
Dinner is fun again thanks to this innovative experience. A tiny chef is projected onto your table, narrating the story of the four-course prix fixe menu that awaits you. The menu features Wagyu with red onion jam and Dijon hollandaise, as well as Meyer lemon crème brûlée topped with a honeycomb crumble. Vegetarian and kids’ options are also available. 5:30 and 8 p.m. Different packages available. Arizona Biltmore, 2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, 602-955-6600, arizonabiltmore.com
THEATRE & DRAMA
Drunk Shakespeare: Drunk Dracula
October 1-November 15
The Drunk Shakespeare acting troupe takes a respite from the Bard to drink blood (and five shots of liquor) with Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Check website for times and ticket prices. The Rose Theatre, 455 N. Third St., Phoenix, drunkshakespeare.com
Stuart Little
October 3-19
E.B. White’s beloved children’s book about a mouse living in the real world comes to life. Check website for times and ticket prices. Gyder Theater at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts, 10580 N. 83rd Dr., Peoria, 623-815-7930, theaterworks.org
Disney’s Newsies
October 3-November 1
Audiences have fallen in love with this stage adaptation of the musical film. Check website for times and ticket prices. Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, azbroadway.org
JSonic and The Unknown
Through October 5
A superhero known for his supersonic abilities crashes on a planet where sound is banned. Can he lead it to sonic freedom? Find out in this sci-fi spectacular for pre-teens. Check website for ticket prices and showtimes. John Paul Theatre, 1202 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, childplayaz.org
SPORTS
ASU Football
The Sun Devils take on Texas Tech University, Oct. 18; and University of Houston, Oct. 25. Call for times and ticket prices. ASU Sun Devil Stadium, 500 E. Veterans Way, Tempe, 480-727-0000, thesundevils.com
Arizona Cardinals
The regular season continues against the Tennessee Titans, Oct. 5; and Green Bay Packers, Oct. 19. Call for kickoff times and ticket prices. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, azcardinals.com
Phoenix Rising F.C.
The Rising will wrap up the season with matches against New Mexico United, Oct. 4; and San Antonio F.C., Oct. 19. Call for times and ticket prices. Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium, 3801 E. Washington St., Phoenix, phxrisingfc.com
CONCERTS & COMEDY
- Tuesday, 9/30 – DICE with Hendrix Frankenreiter @ Valley Bar
- 9/30 – The Head and The Heart with John Vincent III & Tyler Ballgame @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- 9/30 – Ice Cube @ Desert Diamond Arena
- 9/30 – PUP & Jeff Rosenstock with Ekko Astral @ The Van Buren
- Wednesday, 10/1 – Midnight Generation @ The Rebel Lounge
- 10/1 – Mirador with Linka Moja @ The Van Buren
- 10/1 – Quinn XCII with Goth Babe @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- Thursday, 10/2 – Bring Me the Horizon with Motionless in White, The Plot in You & Amira Elfeky @ PHX Arena
- 10/2 – Cannibal Corpse with Municipal Waste, Full of Hell & Fulci @ The Van Buren
- 10/2 – Yoke Lore with Wells Ferrari @ Crescent Ballroom
- Friday, 10/3 – ARMNHMR with FRSTTOP B@B REMK, Leesh & Mr. Gray @ The Van Buren
- 10/3 – Wet Leg with mary in the junkyard @ Arizona Financial Theatre
- Saturday, 10/4 – Hobo Johnson with Budman @ Crescent Ballroom
- 10/4 – Louie TheSinger @ The Van Buren
- Sunday, 10/5 – NateWantsToBattle @ Crescent Ballroom
THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD
Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships
November 8 & 9
America’s most attended polo event returns to WestWorld of Scottsdale for two days filled with fashion, music and of course: the sport of polo with teams coming in from all over the world. Dubbed “Polo Weekend,” the event includes a brand new WestWorld Art & Wine Experience. Ticket and info at thepoloparty.com
Canal Convergence
November 7-16
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
Billie Eilish
November 18-19
The Grammy-winning artist and Apple Music’s Artist of the Year is making her second appearance in the Valley within a year to perform the hit songs from her critically acclaimed album Hit Me Hard and Soft. 7 p.m. Check website for prices. PHX Arena, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, phx-arena.com
About this guide
Calendar listings include public events and attractions from around the Valley and state. Confirm information before making plans by calling the listed phone number. Submissions must arrive at least 8-10 weeks prior to the month of publication/event. E-mail to: calendar.events@citieswestmedia.com; or mail to: PHOENIX magazine, 6310 E. Thomas Rd., Ste. 200, Scottsdale, AZ 85251.
