Phoenix Zoo

Join the Phoenix Zoo for a special evening with award-winning photographer, speaker, author and conservationist Joel Sartore. This special fundraising event benefits the future Doornbos Animal Rescue and Care Center (Doornbos ARCC), a dedicated facility for housing wildlife from the illegal animal trafficking trade. Tickets include a presentation by Joel Sartore, up-close animal encounters, hors d'oeuvres, beverages, and a visit to the Zoo’s Savanna Gallery in the Savanna Grill to view the curated exhibition “Joel Sartore: An ARCC Toward a Better Future”. Premium tickets include a pre-event meet-and-greet, complimentary drinks and appetizers, and a book-signing opportunity.

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Joel Sartore: An ARCC Toward a Better Future

Join the Phoenix Zoo for a special evening with award-winning photographer, speaker, author and conservationist Joel Sartore....

Sonoran University

We are excited to host&nbsp;SPARK&nbsp;TANK!™&nbsp;for Natural Medicine on our campus&nbsp;October 17, 2026&nbsp;from 10:00 am-12:30 pm.This event will be held in the Lim Commons Building, located at 2152 E. Broadway Rd., Tempe, AZ, 85282.
Check-in and enjoy coffee at 9:30, and join us for light refreshments after the event until 2:30.
<h3>About the Event</h3>
Created by Dr. Trevor Cates, ND and Dr. Amy Bader, ND, this event is part of a growing series intended to bring collaborative entrepreneurship to natural medicine communities across the country.&nbsp;SPARK&nbsp;TANK!™&nbsp;is a live strategic forum where practitioners, founders, researchers, and visionaries present ideas and receive real-time feedback from judges and peers.
<h4>Presenters may include:</h4>
<ul><li>Wellness founders</li><li>Health technology entrepreneurs</li><li>Practitioners and clinicians</li><li>Product innovators</li><li>Clinic owners</li><li>Emerging startups and businesses</li><li>Nonprofit leaders</li><li>And more!</li></ul>

Local Event: Spark Tank Fundraiser

Spark Tank Fundraiser

We are excited to host SPARK TANK!™ for Natural Medicine on our campus October 17, 2026 from 10:00 am-12:30 pm.This event will...

ASU Gammage

In 2021, Sydney comedian Sam Kissajukian decided to quit standup, rent an abandoned cake factory, and become a painter. Over the course of a six-month manic episode, he created 300 large-scale paintings, unknowingly documenting his mental state through the process. In this hilarious, fascinating, and wildly original show, Kissajukian brings audiences on a rollercoaster ride that explores the ties between art, mental health, and creativity.

Local Event: 300 Paintings

300 Paintings

In 2021, Sydney comedian Sam Kissajukian decided to quit standup, rent an abandoned cake factory, and become a painter. Over...

Buffables Cafe

Think cozy campfire vibes, but with the refreshing chill of cold brew. That’s what Buffables Café is whipping up this fall in honor of co-owners and brothers Craig and Grant Logan’s grandpas!

Grandad’s Campfire Cold Brew features house-made cold brew, organic pecan-wood smoked maple syrup and guests’ choice of milk, all topped with smoked maple cold foam.

This seasonal sip is now available for $7.50 for a 16-ounce and $8.50 for a 24-ounce pour.

Grandad’s Campfire Cold Brew joins Buffables lineup of popular seasonal sips, including Pumpkin Spice Latte and Spiced Fig Matcha.

For more about Buffables Café, visit <a href="https://www.buffables.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.buffables.com</a>.

Local Event: Buffables Café’s New Granddad’s Campfire Cold Brew, Pumpkin Spice Latte and More NOW AVAILABLE

Buffables Café’s New Granddad’s Campfire Cold...

Think cozy campfire vibes, but with the refreshing chill of cold brew. That’s what Buffables Café is whipping up this fall in...

Buffables Café’s New Granddad’s Campfire Cold Brew, Pumpkin Spice Latte and More NOW AVAILABLE

Granite Reef Senior Center

Join us for the 4th Annual Scottsdale PD Trunk-or-Treat, a free and family-friendly event. Celebrate the Halloween season at this new location for an evening of festive fun and community spirit.

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Scottsdale Pd Trunk-Or-Treat

Join us for the 4th Annual Scottsdale PD Trunk-or-Treat, a free and family-friendly event. Celebrate the Halloween season at...

Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce

Join us for Night at the Foundation: Casino Night, an unforgettable evening of fun, entertainment, and community impact! Try your luck at the tables, enjoy the excitement of casino-style games, and spend the evening connecting with friends, local leaders, and fellow supporters of the Fountain Hills community. Whether you're feeling lucky or simply looking for a memorable night out, this is your chance to dress up, enjoy the atmosphere, and be part of something meaningful. Every moment is an opportunity to celebrate the generosity and community spirit that make Fountain Hills such a special place to call home. Hosted by the Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce Foundation, this special event brings people together for an evening of entertainment while supporting the Foundation's mission and its commitment to strengthening our community. Gather your friends, embrace the excitement, and get ready to roll the dice for a great cause. We can't wait to see you there!

Local Event: Night at the Foundation: Casino Night

Night at the Foundation: Casino Night

Join us for Night at the Foundation: Casino Night, an unforgettable evening of fun, entertainment, and community impact! Try...

Tempe Beach Park

Join us for 28th Annual Walk to Save Animals on October 31 to help raise funds for our lifesaving programs and services ranging from adoptions and behavior support to rural rescue transport efforts and low-cost veterinary care for underserved communities.
And for the first time ever, our Walk falls on Halloween, so we’ll have fun trick-or-treat stations for both our human and furry participants, making it a festive day of treats, costumes, and fun for everyone!

Local Event: Arizona Animal Welfare League- 2026 Walk to Save Animals 

Arizona Animal Welfare League- 2026 Walk to...

Join us for 28th Annual Walk to Save Animals on October 31 to help raise funds for our lifesaving programs and services ranging...

Arizona Animal Welfare League- 2026 Walk to Save Animals 

Dave & Buster's Tempe

👻 Boo BashEvent Overview:
<ul><li>Pancake banquet featuring pancakes and toppings, scrambled eggs, and breakfast favorites</li><li>Activities include costume contest, scavenger hunt, coloring, Monster Mash music and more!</li><li>Included with the&nbsp;Boo Bash Combo: $10 Power Card with 3 hours of unlimited video game play (blue games)</li></ul>
Details:
<ul><li>Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026</li><li>Time: 10 AM - 1 PM</li><li>Duration: 3 Hours</li><li>Location: Dave &amp; Buster's Tempe</li><li>Age requirement: this is a family friendly event with no age requirement. However, anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult 25+</li><li>All Tickets are inclusive of Tax + Gratuity</li></ul>
Tickets start at $27.94

Local Event: Boo Bash

Boo Bash

👻 Boo BashEvent Overview:
Pancake banquet featuring pancakes and toppings, scrambled eggs, and breakfast favoritesActivities...

🎃 Moonlight Mixer:Event Overview:
<ul><li>Banquet featuring pepperoni flatbread, smashed burger sliders, garlic butter pretzel sticks, crispy chicken bites, French fries, and seasonal fruit</li><li>Activities include costume contest, Monster Mash music and more!</li><li>3 Hours of Unlimited Game Play</li><li>Add up to 2 drink tickets per person; choose from domestic beer, house wine, or call spirits</li></ul>
Details:
<ul><li>Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026</li><li>Time: 7 PM - 10 PM</li><li>Duration: 3 Hours</li><li>Location: Dave &amp; Buster's Tempe</li><li>Age requirement: Adults Only (18+)</li><li>All Tickets are inclusive of Tax + Gratuity</li></ul>
Tickets start at $31.74&nbsp;

Local Event: Moonlight Mixer

Moonlight Mixer

🎃 Moonlight Mixer:Event Overview:
Banquet featuring pepperoni flatbread, smashed burger sliders, garlic butter pretzel sticks,...

Step into a world of color, music, food and tradición at the Phoenix Zoo! Bring the whole family and join us for Día de los Muertos, a joyful celebration of life and remembrance. Spend a day at the Zoo and enjoy vibrant altars, festive performances and family-friendly activities inspired by the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos. Price: Included with general admission or membership.

Local Event: Día de los Muertos

Día de los Muertos

Step into a world of color, music, food and tradición at the Phoenix Zoo! Bring the whole family and join us for Día de los...

Moving Day is the Parkinson’s Foundation’s signature community event, bringing together people with Parkinson’s, their families, friends, care partners, healthcare professionals, and local businesses for a morning dedicated to movement, connection, and community.Register at movingdayphoenix.org

Local Event: Moving Day Phoenix 2026

Moving Day Phoenix 2026

Moving Day is the Parkinson’s Foundation’s signature community event, bringing together people with Parkinson’s, their...

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Dance Theatre Returns to ASU Gammage
In the legendary Firebird, the timeless Russian folk tale of love triumphing over evil is reimagined in a lush Caribbean world. John Taras’ powerful choreography, set to Stravinsky’s iconic score, comes alive through Geoffrey Holder’s unforgettable sets and costumes.
A Dance Theatre of Harlem signature classic, Firebird debuted in 1982 and has thrilled audiences around the globe. As The New York Times raved, “…it does one thing other versions do not – send its audience into a whooping spell of delirium.”

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Firebird

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The Arizona National Livestock Show is the largest livestock show in the Southwest, an annual Phoenix tradition since 1948.
Exhibitors and their families travel from more than 39 states for the annual Livestock Show held between Christmas and New Year’s on the Arizona State Fairgrounds, bringing over 4.200 head of the nation’s best cattle, sheep, goats, swine and horses for competition.
In addition to the livestock competition, youth compete in public speaking and creed speaking contests along with livestock judging and skill-a-thon competitions.
On Cattlemen’s Day, men and women from across the state gather for fellowship and spirited competition during the Arizona National Ranch Rodeo, Ranch Replacement Heifer and Commercial Bull Show and Sale and Stockdog Competition.
Bring the young buckaroos for The Farm Experience, an interactive glimpse into the agricultural lifestyle where they can enjoy the experience of riding a wooly sheep or roping a goat.
Contact Tyler Grandil, Executive Director at <a href="mailto:information@aznational.org">information@aznational.org</a> or 602-258-8568 for more information.

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Arizona National Livestock Show

The Arizona National Livestock Show is the largest livestock show in the Southwest, an annual Phoenix tradition since...

From the creators of the global hit Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert comes the next chapter – The Legend of Korra in Concert. Celebrate 15 years of The Legend of Korra with a breathtaking live concert experience that brings the groundbreaking sequel to life through a live symphonic performance paired with an immersive cinematic experience. Follow Korra, a rebellious girl from the Southern Water Tribe and the next Avatar after Aang, as she steps into her role as the Avatar in a world on the brink of revolution. In Republic City, she clashes with powerful enemies, faces rising unrest, and is tested in ways that will define her legacy. Alongside her friends Asami, Bolin, Mako and Tenzin, Korra’s journey delivers one of the most thrilling and emotionally charged chapters in the Avatar saga. Across a two-hour visual journey through all four seasons of the iconic animated series, projected on a full-size cinema screen, audiences will experience the original dialogue and sound effects intact while a powerful live orchestra performs the legendary score in perfect sync with the action on screen. All brought together by the music of Emmy® Awardwinning composer Jeremy Zuckerman and original series editor Jeff Adams, The Legend of Korra in Concert is an unforgettable way to experience one of the most beloved animated worlds of all time.

Local Event: The Legend of Korra in Concert

The Legend of Korra in Concert

From the creators of the global hit Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert comes the next chapter – The Legend of Korra in...

Legacy, ritual, and repair...&nbsp;The&nbsp;adaku&nbsp;trilogy is a powerful mythology about how one family in precolonial West Africa becomes entangled in the transatlantic slave trade.&nbsp;Set in a near-future United States,&nbsp;adaku, part 2&nbsp;follows a young woman who receives sudden downloads of long-forgotten ancestral history.&nbsp;&nbsp;What are the multitude of futures she can now imagine?&nbsp;Using text, sound, song, movement and spatial design, Sweat Variant’s&nbsp;adaku, part 2&nbsp;transcends the conventional theater experience.

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adaku, part 2

Legacy, ritual, and repair... The adaku trilogy is a powerful mythology about how one family in precolonial West Africa becomes...

One of Cuba's most electrifying contemporary dance companies, Malpaso Dance Company has captivated audiences around the world since its founding in 2012. Known for its bold collaborative spirit and commitment to artistic excellence, Malpaso brings together top international choreographers and homegrown Cuban voices in programs that pulse with invention and verve.
This unmissable evening features three works that showcase the company at its most dynamic. The Season, by co-founder Daile Carrazana, offers an intimate window into Malpaso's Cuban roots; The Year of the Leopard, a recent commission by rising star Keerati Jinakunwiphat, pushes the company into thrilling new territory; and a brand-new world premiere by Cuban-American Tony Award-winning choreographer Patricia Delgado makes its debut on our stage.
Together, these three works form a landmark all-female-created program — a testament to Malpaso's range, ambition, and singular artistic vision. Don't miss your chance to experience one of today's most compelling voices in contemporary dance.

Local Event: Malpaso Dance

Malpaso Dance

One of Cuba's most electrifying contemporary dance companies, Malpaso Dance Company has captivated audiences around the world...

Tempe Center For The Arts

Daily event times vary. Please visit the website for additional informationPerformances take place at Tempe Center for the Arts.&nbsp;
An interactive augmented-reality drama experienced through AR headsets, where participants follow cinematic holograms and explore a futuristic city at sea on an interactive table. After a catastrophic event wipes out the mainland, stranded climate scientists must decide whether to welcome mysterious newcomers—testing their vision of survival, sustainability, and inclusion.

Local Event: Empire At Sea

Empire At Sea

Daily event times vary. Please visit the website for additional informationPerformances take place at Tempe Center for the...

Daily event times vary. Please visit the website for additional information.Performances take place at Tempe Center for the Arts.&nbsp;
An interactive augmented-reality drama experienced through AR headsets, where participants follow cinematic holograms and explore a futuristic city at sea on an interactive table. After a catastrophic event wipes out the mainland, stranded climate scientists must decide whether to welcome mysterious newcomers—testing their vision of survival, sustainability, and inclusion.

Daily event times vary. Please visit the website for additional information.Performances take place at Tempe Center for the...

Daily event times vary. Please visit the website for additional information.
Performances take place at Tempe Center for the Arts.
An interactive augmented-reality drama experienced through AR headsets, where participants follow cinematic holograms and explore a futuristic city at sea on an interactive table. After a catastrophic event wipes out the mainland, stranded climate scientists must decide whether to welcome mysterious newcomers—testing their vision of survival, sustainability, and inclusion.

Local Event: Empire at Sea

Empire at Sea

Daily event times vary. Please visit the website for additional information.
Performances take place at Tempe Center for the...

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Artemis Adolescent Healing Center

Artemis Adolescent Healing Center is an AZDHS and Joint Commission-accredited teen behavioral health treatment facility in Tucson, Arizona, serving adolescents and families seeking clinically guided support for mental health concerns, substance use, and co-occurring challenges. With offices at 6599 N Oracle Rd, Suite B, Artemis provides a structured, compassionate environment designed specifically for teens, with individualized treatment planning, evidence-based therapies, licensed clinical support, and family-centered guidance. The program supports teens experiencing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, behavioral challenges, alcohol or drug use, and dual diagnosis needs. At Artemis, care options include residential inpatient rehab programs, partial hospitalization day programming (PHP), intensive outpatient programming (IOP), outpatient support, and continuing care planning, allowing families to access an appropriate level of support based on their clinical needs and goals in reaching out for support. Artemis emphasizes safety, privacy, emotional stabilization, healthy routines, and long-term recovery skills. Treatment is designed to help teens build coping strategies, improve communication, strengthen family relationships, and move toward greater stability at home, in school, and in daily life. Families can contact the compassionate Admissions staff at Artemis Adolescent Healing Center at any time for confidential admissions guidance, insurance verification, and help determining whether the program is an appropriate fit for their teen. All calls are confidential, and Artemis encourages parents and families of struggling teens and adolescents to reach out for supportive options today.

Artemis Adolescent Healing Center is an AZDHS and Joint Commission-accredited teen behavioral health treatment facility in Tucson, Arizona, serving...

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