“Disney on Ice presents Into the Magic”
OCTOBER 6 TO OCTOBER 9
“Disney on Ice” brings the magic to audiences with this show, which fuses classic Disney stories — from films like “Coco,” “Tangled” and “Moana” — with ice skating. Character experiences with photo ops, a dance party, crafting and interactive time are also available.
Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.379.7878, disneyonice.com/into-the-magic, various dates and times, $20-$125
Four Peaks Oktoberfest
OCTOBER 7 TO OCTOBER 9
Two stages of live entertainment are central to this Oktoberfest celebration, with carnival rides, stein-holding competitions, distance runs, dachshund races, loads of food and drink options, and so much more making for a weekend full of Bavarian fun. Authority Zero and Wyves headline the first night, with The Black Moods and 2 Tone Lizard Kings following on the second day and Voyager and SuperHero closing out the weekend.
Tempe Beach Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, 602.625.3493, fourpeaksoktoberfest.com, 5 p.m. to midnight Friday, 10 a.m. to midnight Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, $20 for 21 and older (free Sunday)
Goldrush: Neon Dreams
OCTOBER 7 TO OCTOBER 9
Newly relocated to the West Valley, this annual festival that is all-things EDM is back with three days of music and dancing the night away — and the lineup runs deep. On the roster are Chris Lake, Kaskade, Rezz, Seven Lions, Excision, Noizu, Yolanda Be Cool and many, many more. This event is for ages 18 or older.
Phoenix Raceway, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Drive, Avondale, goldrushfestaz.com, 6 p.m. each day, $66.75-$1,250
8th Annual Margarita, Mojito, Craft Beer and Food Truck Festival
OCTOBER 8
“I’m a fiend for mojitos,” actor Colin Farrell declared in Michael Mann’s 2006 film adaptation of the 1980s television classic “Miami Vice.” Channel your inner Det. Sonny Crockett with a mojito at this Mesa festival, or partake in any of the annual gathering’s other favorites — margaritas, craft brews and food trucks. There will be unlimited tastings of alcoholic beverages, more than 20 food purveyors and plenty of vendors for shopping, with Boogie Nights, Rock Lobster and DJ Soulman soundtracking the affair. Pets are welcome. The event supports the College Bound AZ Foundation.
Riverview Park, 2100 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Mesa, limelightentertainment.com, 4 to 10 p.m., $15-$55 or free for kids 17 and younger
Chris Tucker
OCTOBER 8
Known for his outrageous personality as well as his classic roles in films such as “Friday” with Ice Cube and the “Rush Hour” series with Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker is taking his stand-up on the road and stopping in the East Valley for two shows along the way. These shows are for ages 21 and older.
Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Boulevard, Chandler, 1.800.WIN.GILA (1.800.946.4452), playatgila.com/show/chris-tucker, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m., $49-$89
Peoria Country Fest
OCTOBER 8
An annual favorite returns to Peoria! A partnership between the city of Peoria and Pleasant Harbor, the Peoria Country Fest features live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and both live and mechanical bull riding. Weekend camping experiences are available, too. The musical lineup boasts Justin Hitson and Southbound, Billy Shaw Jr. Band, Ryan Bexley and Josh Roy.
Pleasant Harbor at Lake Pleasant, 8708 W. Harbor Boulevard, Peoria, 623.203.5173, peoriaaz.gov, 2 to 10 p.m., $10-$75
Film Fest Tucson
OCTOBER 13 TO OCTOBER 15
This Downtown Tucson love letter to cinema programs films on both narrative and documentary subjects, in both feature-length and short formats, compounding its weekend of screenings with filmmaker Q&AS, panels, parties and more. Venues include the Scottish Rite, AC Hotel Tucson Downtown, Main Gate Square and Children’s Museum Tucson.
Downtown Tucson, filmfesttucson.org, various dates and times, $30-$249.97
Peoria Film Fest
OCTOBER 13 TO OCTOBER 16
The Phoenix Film Festival offshoot is back with a helping of great new indie films for the West Valley. Throughout the festival’s four days, audiences will be treated to an array of films both short and feature length, from narrative works to documentaries. See related story.
Harkins Arrowhead Fountains, 16046 N. Arrowhead Fountains Center Drive, Peoria, peoriafilmfest.com, $10-$40
“Halloween Ends”
OPENS OCTOBER 14
“Evil dies tonight!” So screamed a character played by Anthony Michael Hall in last year’s “Halloween Kills.” But Michael Myers is back. The final installment in filmmaker David Gordon Green’s new trilogy that directly continues the story of John Carpenter’s original 1978 “Halloween,” it takes place four years after the killer horror icon’s last sighting and once again features Jamie Lee Curtis, Andi Matichak, James Jude Courtney, Will Patton and Kyle Richards, with newcomer Rohan Campbell also among the cast. Rated R.
In theaters and streaming on Peacock, universalpictures.com/movies/halloween-ends
“TÁR”
OPENS OCTOBER 14
Acclaimed filmmaker Todd Field’s 2001 film “In the Bedroom” and 2006 follow-up, “Little Children,” garnered widespread accolades, including a combined eight Academy Award nominations. Now, after a 16-year hiatus, Fields’ “TÁR” appears to be no different. The drama stars Cate Blanchett — who won the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice International Film Festival — as fictional iconic musician Lydia Tár and “examines the changing nature of power, its impact and durability in our modern world,” according to the logline. Notably, the film was also nominated for the Golden Lion, the festival’s highest achievement, as well as the Queer Lion.
In theaters, focusfeatures.com/tar
Phoenix Pride Festival
OCTOBER 15 AND OCTOBER 16
Phoenix Pride hit its 40th anniversary last year, and now it’s back for another two days of celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. This includes seven stages of entertainment plus hundreds of exhibitors encompassing food, shopping and resources. Oh, and don’t forget the parade! There’s much to do at Phoenix Pride Festival. This event raises funds for the Phoenix Pride Community Programs. See related story.
Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, 602.27.PRIDE (602.277.7433), phoenixpride.org/events/pride-festival, noon to 9 p.m. each day, $30-$150 or free for children younger than 12 and active military
Scottsdale Taste of Italy & Music Festival
OCTOBER 15 AND OCTOBER 16
Billed as a food and musical experience with two stages of entertainment, this event offers a little taste of Italy. Presented by the Italian Association of Arizona and the city on the Scottsdale Waterfront in Old Town, musical performances span an array of artists from the USA and Italy, with more than a dozen listed local food purveyors serving everything from pizza to gelato. See related story.
Scottsdale Waterfront, italianassociation.org, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, $10-$20 or free for kids 12 and younger
Red Rocks Oktoberfest
OCTOBER 15
The Upper Ball Field of Posse Grounds Park plays home to this Northern Arizona take on a Bavarian tradition. Well Dressed Wolves and Polka Katzen will provide the entertainment, with Historic Brewing, the Grand Canyon Brewing + Distillery, Dust Bowl Brewing Co., THAT Brewery and Wanderlust Brewing Co. providing the drinks and local food trucks satisfying appetites with barbecue, Creole and Cajun cuisine, African appetizers, Tex-Mex food and frozen bananas. The event benefits the Rotary Club of Sedona Red Rocks.
Posse Grounds Park, 525 Posse Ground Road, Sedona, redrocksoktoberfest.com, 3 to 8 p.m., $25-$30
Carly Rae Jepsen
OCTOBER 17
With a devoted legion of fans in tow, the beloved pop star returns to the stage, with a new album to boot. After this Phoenix stop with support from Empress Of, Carly Rae Jepsen’s latest album, “The Loneliest Time,” drops October 21. Singles include the laidback “Western Wind,” playful “Beach House” and ’80s throwback “Talking to Yourself,” so the album is shaping up to a varied collection.
Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2888, livenation.com, 7:30 p.m., $46-$162.50
Arizona Jazz Festival
OCTOBER 21 TO OCTOBER 23
With three days and more than 20 acts, plus a variety of food and beverage options including beer and wine, this North Phoenix festival is going to make for a jam-packed weekend. Boney James leads Friday’s musicians, while Raheem DeVaughn headlines Saturday and Eric Benét headlines the final day.
High Street, 5415 E. High Street, Phoenix, 602.244.8444, azjazzfest.com, 3 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, $75-$735
Artists Assemble Horror Fest
OCTOBER 21 TO OCTOBER 23
Billed as a “spooktacular event,” this horror-centric festival is coming equipped with an array of artists, vendors, celebrity sightings and photo ops for all who love the darker side of entertainment. There will be a “Stranger Things” Upside Down-themed walk-through attraction, costumed trick-or-treating, all-ages party and so much more.
Sheraton Crescent Hotel, 2620 W. Dunlap Avenue, Phoenix, artistsassembleproductions.com, 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, $10-$60 or free for kids 12 and younger
Arizona Asian Festival
OCTOBER 22
Nineteen diverse Asian groups come together at this annual festival from the Arizona Asian American Association, which showcases culture by day and becomes a marketplace by night. Try a variety of Asian foods, enjoy music and entertainment ranging from traditional taiko drummers to K-pop, sip from the beer and tea gardens, and enjoy costume shows. There’s also a Children’s Wonderland and Avenue of Cultures.
Scottsdale Waterfront/Canal Bank, arizonaasianfestival.org, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., free admission
Autumnfest
OCTOBER 22 TO OCTOBER 23
Anthem is a draw with this arts and crafts fair that boasts vendors selling all sorts of goods that range from fine arts, crafts and handmade items to the culinary. Live music from The Very Secret Service and Andrea & Gemini Band, a pumpkin patch, hayrides, roaming entertainment such as a magician and balloon artist, a food court and Rotary beer garden, and a decorated pumpkin contest add to the fun. The festival is just two days, but a carnival will also be available for four days beginning October 20 (see website for hours and cost).
Anthem Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, 623.742.6009, onlineatanthem.com/events/autumnfest.php, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, free admission
Bisbee Festival of the Arts
OCTOBER 22 TO OCTOBER 23
This Southern Arizona fall festival features art vendors, eclectic live entertainment, food and drink options, and plenty of artists exhibiting their works. An invitational gallery exhibition, artisan vendor area, Central School Project exhibition and other surrounding galleries make Bisbee an artists’ haven. A dozen local musicians and the Aerie Circus Arts Troupe, plus the 12th annual BRATS (Bisbee Rolling Art Transport Society) Parade, offer more to see throughout the weekend.
Lowell District, Bisbee, bisbeefestivalofthearts.com, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, free admission
Hispanic Family Fiesta
OCTOBER 22
This inaugural fiesta is a celebration of Hispanic culture. Featuring art, food, music and other entertainment, it’s also an all-ages affair. Eats include authentic Mexican dishes, while Freddy Vega Jr. and Marca Registrada will fill the air with tunes. Proceeds benefit the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation and youth sports programs.
Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.514.8400, dbacks.com/events, 11 a.m., $6-$18
Alex G
OCTOBER 24
Eclectic indie singer-songwriter Alexander Giannascoli is as known for his emotive tunes as he is seamlessly moving between genres. Now, after dropping the “(Sandy)” from his name, the musician known simply as Alex G is returning to the Valley in support of his latest album, “God Save the Animals.” Indie pop singer Hatchie, whose music recalls an array of influences from shoegaze to baggy, opens.
The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren Street, Phoenix, thevanburenphx.com, 8 p.m., $25
Mercyful Fate
OCTOBER 27
The legendary Danish metal outfit is back — and reportedly working on new music. But first, a tour! With singer King Diamond, known for his unmistakable voice, at the helm — and still hitting those highs — this is a show metalheads shan’t want to miss. Kreator and Midnight open.
Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2888, livenation.com, 7 p.m., $59.50-$903.50
“The Banshees of Inisherin”
OPENS OCTOBER 28
After winning the Academy Award for Best Picture for 2017’s “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri,” British-Irish filmmaker Martin McDonagh is back with this acclaimed film that reunites actors Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson, who starred together in McDonagh’s 2008 cult classic “In Bruges.” The Irish duo star as “two lifelong friends who find themselves at an impasse when one abruptly ends their relationship, with alarming consequences for both of them,” according to distributor Searchlight Pictures. McDonagh won the Golden Osella for Best Screenplay at the Venice International Film Festival, with Farrell taking home the Volpi Cup for Best Actor. Like the aforementioned “TÁR,” it was nominated for the Golden Lion. Rated R.
In theaters, searchlightpictures.com/the-banshees-of-inisherin
Noche en Blanco
OCTOBER 29
Take to Hance Park’s East Lawn for this seventh annual inclusive community dinner, described as “a night of elegant and culturally diverse community fun.” The fun starts with arrival in white costume cocktail attire and continues through the night with live music, dance and food. Entertainment includes Phoenix Afrobeat Orchestra and more. Proceeds benefit the Hance Park Conservancy in the name of the sustainability and future of the park. This event is for ages 21 and older,
Hance Park, 116 E. Moreland Street, Phoenix, hanceparkphx.org/noche-en-blanco-2022, 5 to 10 p.m., $30-$200
Scottsdale Zombie Crawl
OCTOBER 29
Halloween is on a Monday this year, but thankfully, this spooky celebration returns the weekend before. Wear your best costume with all the other ghosts, ghouls and undead to this annual Halloween pub crawl, which will include all-day/all-night drink specials from more than 10 bars and nightclubs. There will be drink discounts, and select venues will even include free welcome shots. Don’t miss out on the afterparty.
Social Tap, 5412 N. Brown Avenue, Scottsdale, scottsdalezombiecrawl.com, 7 p.m., $15-$35
