15 things to do in Phoenix in November
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Last year's Arizona Fall Festival. Photo: Courtesy of Local First Arizona
November will bring cooler weather, all-star music lineups and iconic festivals to the Valley.
Fairs, festivals and events
Mt. Joy and Flatland Cavalry will headline this western Americana festival.
- Nov. 1-2; 1pm-11pm Friday and 3pm-11pm Saturday; Scottsdale Civic Center; Tickets from $100
Take a moment for reflection as you light a floating lantern in Tempe.
- Nov. 1-2; 3-7pm; Kiwanis Park; Tickets from $28.99
Celebrate Day of the Dead with a community altar, festive procession and performances.
- Nov. 2-3; noon-6pm; Desert Botanical Garden; Included with garden admission
Hank Williams Jr., Brooks & Dunn and Zac Brown Band will headline the "world series of rodeo."
- Nov. 7-9; 5-11pm; Chase Field; Single day tickets from $20
This iconic public art display brings the Scottsdale Waterfront to life with lights, fire, music and more.
- Nov. 8-17; 6-10pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 6-9pm on other days; Scottsdale Waterfront; Free!
Celebrate the 50th year of this juried art show, which will feature fine artists and craftspeople from around the world.
- Nov. 8-10; 10am-5pm Friday and Saturday and 10am-4pm Sunday; Ave. of the Fountains & Saguaro Blvd. in Fountain Hills; Free!
Taste-test smoked meats at this Barbeque Championship Series-sanctioned competition.
- Nov. 8-9; 5-9pm Friday and 11am-5pm Saturday; Macdonald and Main Street in downtown Mesa; Free admission, $2 tasting tickets
Local First Arizona invites Valley residents to explore vendors and restaurants at this fall celebration
- Nov. 9; 10am-4pm; Margaret T. Hance Park; Free!
Embed yourself in one of the Valley's most creative neighborhoods with this display of artists and musicians.
- Nov. 9; 11am-7pm; Historic Grand Avenue between Roosevelt and Van Buren St.; Free!
Scottsdale is channeling the beachy vibe of Tulum with a stellar DJ lineup, tequila tastings and gourmet Mexican food.
- Nov. 9; 4-10pm; Scottsdale Civic Center; Tickets from $49
🎭 Herberger Theater Festival of the Arts
The Valley's performing arts groups will convene for this display of community artistic pride.
- Nov. 16; 11am-6pm; Herberger Theater Center; Free!
Binge on so much 'za with fellow lovers of the pie.
- Nov. 16-17; 11am-6pm Saturday and 11am-4pm Sunday; Margaret T. Hance Park; $16
Enjoy a fun and sustainable shopping experience as you peruse tons of pre-loved items ready for a new home.
- Nov. 23-24; 10am-5pm Saturday and 9am-3pm Sunday; Arizona State Fairgrounds; Tickets from $5
Hear a lineup of country music artists, headlined by Walker Hayes, performing under the stars.
- Nov. 23; 1-10pm; Mesa Riverview; Tickets from $48 (kids under 13 are $28)
🎄 Tempe Fantasy of Lights Parade
Kick off the holiday season with this very merry parade and tree lighting.
- Nov. 29; 6-8pm; Downtown Tempe; Free!