PHOENIX — Say “hello” to October with a weekend of fun right here in the Valley!
The popular ‘Dinosaurs in the Desert’ exhibit debuts on Saturday, get ready to Rally the Valley at a FREE open practice at Footprint Center, and take the family to the Park West Market! Here’s your rundown on what’s happening this weekend.
Expect to see and shop from over 115 vendors! According to event officials, there’ll also be food trucks, live music, face painting and more.
- LOCATION: 9744 W Northern Ave in Peoria, AZ 85345
- WHEN: Every Saturday starting October 1 from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
This exhibit will have new creatures including the gigasaurus, troodon, allosaurus, a giant bear, sea scorpion, terror bird, and more. According to the Phoenix Zoo, educational signage will be found with each dinosaur “highlighting size and interesting facts” about it.
- The exhibit will run from October 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023.
- Exhibit will host a special preview to Zoo members only on October 1 & 2.
- ‘Dinosaurs in the Desert’ opens to the general public starting October 3.
- COST: The exhibit is included with the general Zoo admission and it’s free for Zoo Members.
- LOCATION: Phoenix Zoo [455 North Galvin Parkway].
- WHEN: The exhibit is open beginning September 30!
- COST: Tickets start at $29.99.
- LOCATION: Lighthouse ArtSpace Phoenix [4301 N. Scottsdale Road].
HAUNTED BREWERY TOURS
Spooky season is amongst us and those who are over 21 years of age will want to check this out! Four Peaks is hosting their ‘Haunted Brewery Tours!’
- Tickets are $35; it includes the tour, a souvenir t-shirt and a 32oz. of beer.
- Tickets are available online.
- Tour dates: From September 26 - November 2: every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Plus, October 30.
“The evening’s line-up will include an impressive showing of local talent. The Rhythm Edition Band will kick off the evening, performing some of their comedy tribute skits, followed by the Beth Lederman Trio,” reads a press release sent to ABC15.
- WHEN: Sunday, October 2 at 6:45 p.m.
- COST VARIES.
- LOCATION: Mesa Jazz & Blues Theater [5255 E Brown Rd.]
- WHEN: Saturday, October 1, at 7 p.m. COST: Tickets as low as $28
- LOCATION: State Farm Stadium [1 Cardinals Drive] in Glendale
Meet some of the cast members of The Sandlot; Tom Guiry, Marty York and Victor DiMattia.
- WHEN: Sunday, October 2 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- LOCATION: ComicX [21001 N. Tatum Blvd. #95] in Phoenix
- COST: “Autograph signings are $40 per actor and photos are $40 per actor. For a combination of an autograph and photo, the pricing is $60 per actor. To take a photo and receive autograph signings from all three actors, pricing is $150. There is no admission fee; autographs and photos are sold separately from ComicX,” reads a press release sent to ABC15.
SUNS OPEN PRACTICE
- WHEN: Saturday, October 1; doors open at 10 a.m. and “practice begins at approximately 11 a.m.”
- COST: FREE, but Tickets are required for entry and are first come first serve! Click here to register.
- LOCATION: Footprint Center [201 E Jefferson St]
Get a first look at your 2022-23 Phoenix Suns this Saturday!
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23RD ANNUAL MARIACHI AND FOLKLÓRICO FESTIVAL
C.A.L.L.E. de Arizona and Maestra Vanessa Ramirez present this festival that features Mariachi Los Camperos, Mariachi Estrella de Mexico, which showcases folklorico dancers from Ballet Folklorico Quetzalli-AZ.
- COST: Tickets range from $48 - $78
- WHEN: October 1 at 7 p.m.
- WHERE: Chandler Center for the Arts [250 NORTH ARIZONA AVENUE]
Country music star Alan Jackson's "Last Call One More For The Road Farewell Tour" is stopping in Glendale Friday night!
- COST: Available tickets start at $150
- WHEN: September 30 at 7 p.m.
- WHERE: Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, AZ
- WHEN: October 1 & 2 from 12p.m. - 6 p.m.
- COST: Event is included with the membership or garden admission.
- WHERE: Desert Botanical Garden [1201 N. Galvin Parkway] in Phoenix.
NATIONAL SAMBA QUEEN AND KING COMPETITION
- WHEN: Saturday, October 1, at 9 p.m.
- COST: $25
- LOCATION: 411 S. Mill Ave #201 in Tempe
- WHEN: Saturday, October 1, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
ARIZONA STATE FAIR
IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN! The Arizona State Fair kicked off on September 23 and runs until October 30. What’s new? Well, there are circus acts, monster truck shows, 'tribute' concerts, new food, and more! Here’s the full rundown.
