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NASCAR, AZ Fall Festival, Barbie tour stop and more events in the Valley this weekend

Here’s where to take the family this first weekend of November

Here are just a few of the fun things happening this weekend in the Valley!

Things to do in the Valley: November 4 - 6

By: Nicole Gutierrez

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PHOENIX, AZ — The first weekend of November 2022 is bringing several stars to the Valley! Stevie Nicks, Pepe Aguilar, Lupita D´Alessio are just some of the artists you can see! Plus, there are several festivals and family activities to check out.

Here’s where to go!

9TH ANNUAL DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS

What to expect: “Experience the sights and sounds of catrinas, mariachi, ballet folklorico, a local artisan market, free kids’ activities, car show, food trucks, live entertainment by Carmela y Más and Danny Lux,” reads an event post by the festival host - Saint Mary's Basilica.
Cost: Free, but a “non-perishable food [donation] is suggested, which benefits the St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank,” says event officials.
When: Sunday, November 6, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Saint Mary's Basilica [231 N 3rd St] in Phoenix

BARBIE IS BRINGING MALIBU TO THE DESERT

Barbie fans can take photos with the bright Barbie merchandise truck and browse and buy 1970s-themed Barbie beach apparel and accessories. They have exclusive embroidered denim jackets, hats, patches, pins, beach towels, water bottles, jewelry, and other apparel.
When: Saturday, November 5, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Arrowhead Towne Center near the AMC Theater [7700 W. Arrowhead Towne Center] in Glendale.

NASCAR CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND

When: November 4-6
Where: Phoenix Raceway [ 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr] in Avondale
Quick information: parking information and camping guidelines.

'WORLD’S BIGGEST BOUNCE PARK'

The outdoor attraction is said to be 25,000 square feet of “continuous jumping zones.”
When: The outdoor attraction will be open from October 29- February 2023.

Hours of operation

Friday [3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.], Saturday [10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.] and Sunday [10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.].
Where: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick [7555 N. Pima Rd.] in Scottsdale.

Tickets

Purchase tickets online by selecting an allocated time of preference.
Opening weekend [Oct. 29 & 30]: $9 – toddlers [ages 0-2] & seniors [65+] enter free.
Prices after Oct. 30 vary; on selected dates, tickets start as low as $16.

2ND ANNUAL DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS AT MOUNTAIN VIEW

According to the Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery’s website, families decorate their loved one’s altar, there will be food trucks on-site, folklorico dancers, mariachi, and more on the day of the event.
When: November 5 from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
You can reserve your space by calling (480) 605-1463 or click here.
Where: Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery [7900 E Main St.] in Mesa

‘DINOSAURS IN THE DESERT’

This year’s experience 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 to April 30, 2023.
Cost: The exhibit is included with the general Zoo admission and it’s free for Zoo Members.
Location: Phoenix Zoo [455 North Galvin Parkway].

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