November is back and better than ever with fun fit for Valley locals and visitors. Spend the weekend of Nov. 15 to Nov. 17 savoring annual food festivals, delving into a winter wonderland or experiencing Arizona’s best weekender spots!
Friday
Friday Night Live Concert Series at Dr. AJ Chandler Park West
Already a Valley favorite, Downtown Chandler is enriching its atmosphere with a new concert series, Friday Night Live. The third Friday of every month, two bands will perform at Dr. AJ Chandler Park West from 6 to 9 p.m. Kick off this weekend with an endearing performance from the Chandler Children’s Choir followed by Desert Dixie, a local country rock band. The event is free to attend and family friendly.
Blue Man Group SPEECHLESS Tour at ASU Gammage
Renown experts of entertainment, Blue Man Group has announced their new tour, SPEECHLESS. This weekend, the group will be at Arizona’s very own ASU Gammage. The show will feature a lively combination of new and classic compositions, acts and instruments accompanied by Blue Man Group’s unmatched eccentricity. Friday’s show begins at 7:30. Tickets range from $58 to $158 and can be purchased online.
Skate Westgate
A West Valley treasure, Westgate’s outdoor ice-skating rink has returned. From 3:30 to 10:45 p.m., enjoy a winter wonderland in the heart of the desert. Tickets are $16 for adults and children and can be purchased on site. Following your skate, indulge in Westgate’s wide variety of fun ranging from a quiet movie at AMC to a mechanical bull ride at Saddle Ranch Chop House.
Saturday
Downtown Chandler Cocktail Crawl
Spend Saturday experiencing four of Downtown Chandler’s finest cocktail bars. There will be a 4, 5 and 6 p.m. start time, all beginning at the Spirit House. Tickets are $55 and include one SanTan Spirit cocktail and snacks from each bar. For more information, visit santanbrewing.com.
Phoenix Pizza Festival at Margaret T. Hance Park
Hey pizza-loving fiends; it’s the Saturday of your dreams! From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Margaret T. Hance Park will host 20 pizza makers such as Dough Broughs, Jimmy & Joe’s, Big Red Pizza Wagon and more, with slices beginning at $2, during the Phoenix Pizza Festival. Arizona Wilderness Brewery will also be in attendance accompanied by a wine bar, a kid’s crafts tent, bounce houses, lawn games, a vendor market, live music and discounted lyfts. General admission tickets are $10 and can be purchased online. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Downtown Phoenix, Inc.
The Dinner Detective Interactive Mystery Show at Moxy Hotel Phoenix - Tempe
Saturday evening, Moxy Hotel will be hosting a truly unforgettable dinner. From 6 to 9 p.m., guests can partake in a comedy murder mystery show where they will solve comical crimes as they eat. Tickets are $59.95 and can be purchased online. Attendees, do not let such fine dining distract you, for the criminals will be hidden amongst you in the crowd!
Five-Course Harry Potter Dinner at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel
In the wise words of Dumbledore, “Let the feast begin!” From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., the FOUND:RE will host a five-course meal prepared by Chef Orlando Parker. The courses—Polyjuice Potion, Weasley Family Salad, Chocolate Frog Legs, Hagrid’s Feast and Butterbeer Cake—will include an entrée and cocktails prepared by spirit specialists. Attendees must be 21 years or older. Tickets are $96 and can be purchased online. For more information call 602.875.8080.
Sunday
2019 Slider Throwdown at Kierland Commons
From noon to 3 p.m., Kierland Commons will host a slider cook-off. Attendees will get the chance to taste creations from the Valley’s best food trucks as they compete for the Best Slider title. There will also be activities for children, live music and a silent auction. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased online. Proceeds will be donated to the Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation.
Congo Masks and Music: Masterpieces from Central Africa at the Musical Instrument Museum
Join the Musical Instrument Museum for Congo Masks and Music, a celebration of Central Africa’s traditions. The exhibit will include over 150 unique masks, instruments and costumes from the late 1800s to early 1900s. From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., enjoy music workshops, dance performances, crafting, and a closer look at instruments. Tickets begin at $7. To learn more visit mim.org.
Downtown Donut Festival at Margaret T. Hance Park
One-dollar donuts, mimosas, local brews, live music and an inflatable relaxation lounge? Talk about a true Sunday fun day! From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Margaret T. Hance Park will host over 20 establishments such as Dulce Churro Café, The Doughnut Peddler and Sweet Dee’s during the Downtown Donut Festival. The event will also include a kid’s zone, lawn games, coffee and savory vendors. Tickets range from $8 to $10 and can be purchased online.
