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Upcoming community events around Scottsdale.

Tuesday, October 20

Wednesday, October 21

Thursday, October 22

Sunsets & Sips

Thu, Oct 22 · Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West, 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ

Sip in style at Taliesin West during Sunsets and Sips, a casual happy hour experience designed for the community to connect, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of this iconic setting.

Price: see link

Scottsdale Día de los Muertos Fiestas 2026

Thu, Oct 22–25 · Scottsdale Civic Center, 7380 E Second Street, Scottsdale, AZ

The Events, Community, Culture, Theatre, and Art come to life as Old Town Scottsdale celebrates Día de los Muertos, an ancient Aztec ritual that remembers the dead and mocks death itself.

Price: see link

BabyTime

Thu, Oct 22 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Free

BabyTime

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Free

Set Aside and Expungement Clinic

Thu, Oct 22 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Join this free in-person legal clinic if you have an Arizona conviction on your record.

Free

Friday, October 23

Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival

Fri, Oct 23–25 · Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ

The 13th annual Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival, hosted at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, Arizona, offers a unique Halloween celebration for the whole family.

Price: see link

BabyTime

Fri, Oct 23 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Saturday, October 24

Kindergarten Bootcamp

Sat, Oct 24 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Romantasy Gala

Sat, Oct 24 · 2 PM–4 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us for an enchanting afternoon at Tempe Public Library's Romantasy Gala, where fantasy, romance, and creativity come together for a magical celebration.

Free

Sunday, October 25

Run the Runway

Sun, Oct 25 · Scottsdale Airport, 15000 N. Airport Dr., Ste. 100, Scottsdale, AZ

VOLANTI X PHX RUN CLUB If you’re an avid runner or just looking for something to do with the kiddos, Volanti is hosting “Run the Runway” in partnership with PHX Run Club and Lululemon on Sunday, October 25th.

Price: see link

Climate Future Film Festival Part 2

Sun, Oct 25 · 2:30 PM–4:30 PM · Tempe Public Library

Join us for Chapter 2 of the Climate Future Film Festival, featuring a diverse collection of short films from filmmakers around the world.

Free

Monday, October 26

BabyTime

Mon, Oct 26 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free ✓ 2 sources

BabyTime

Mon, Oct 26 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Tuesday, October 27

Tarot for Community Building

Tue, Oct 27 · 6:30 PM–7:30 PM · Tempe Public Library

If you have ever been curious about how to read tarot cards but don't know where to start, check out this free introduction to the basics of reading tarot.

Free

Wednesday, October 28

Spooky Safari

Wed, Oct 28–30 · Phoenix Zoo - Arizona Center for Nature Conservation, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ

Ready for a fang-tastic time at the Phoenix Zoo? Join us for a spook-tacular evening filled with trick-or-treating, face painting, an hourly costume parade and bewitching activities that will make you howl with delight.

Price: see link

Thursday, October 29

BabyTime

Thu, Oct 29 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Free

BabyTime

Thu, Oct 29 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Free

Friday, October 30

Ancestral Remembrance: A Breathwork, Sound Healing & Cacao Ceremony

Fri, Oct 30 · Shanti Sound, 8010 E. McDowell Rd., Suite 213, Scottsdale, AZ

On Friday, October 30th at 6:30pm, join Cary, Kelli Dewett, and Kathryn Cornelius for Ancestral Remembrance: A Breathwork, Sound Healing & Cacao Ceremony.

Price: see link

BabyTime

Fri, Oct 30 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Halloween Celebration

Fri, Oct 30 · 10 AM–11 AM · Tempe Public Library

Come celebrate Halloween with us! We will start with a fang-tastic storytime and spooky dance party in the Desert Willow room.

Free

Saturday, October 31

sip, savor, shop by a taste of az

Sat, Oct 31 · Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ

Join us for our 2nd annual fall celebration sip, savor, shop by a taste of az.

Price: see link

VIP Pup Club Pass

Sat, Oct 31 · 7 AM–1 PM

As a VIP Pup Club pass holder, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to dog-friendly experiences, including special strolls among the cactus, playful social gatherings and limited-time events throughout the year.

Price: see link

Monday, November 2

BabyTime

Mon, Nov 2 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

BabyTime

Mon, Nov 2 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Tuesday, November 3

Wednesday, November 4

Thursday, November 5

BabyTime

Thu, Nov 5 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Free

BabyTime

Thu, Nov 5 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Free

Friday, November 6

Dreamy Draw Music Festival

Fri, Nov 6–7 · Scottsdale Civic Center, 7380 E Second St Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Scottsdale, AZ

Dates are still TBD, the dates added here are an estimation and will be updated once dates are announced.

Price: see link

Día de Muertos Festival

Fri, Nov 6–9 · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

For four days, The Garden transforms into a vibrant celebration of memory and connection.

Price: see link

BabyTime

Fri, Nov 6 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Red Cross Blood Drive

Fri, Nov 6 · 11 AM–4 PM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Gift the gift of blood at the American Red Cross Blood Drive!

Free

Saturday, November 7

Scottsdale Italian Festival

Sat, Nov 7–8 · Scottsdale Civic Center, 7380 E Second Street, Scottsdale, AZ

The Italian Association is thrilled to announce our 11th Annual Original Italian Festival.

Price: see link ✓ 2 sources

The Night Run

Sat, Nov 7 · Scottsdale Arts, Goldwater Blvd. & 5th Avenue on the south side of the canal, Scottsdale, AZ

Join us for the 5th annual family-friendly Night Run on November 7.

Price: see link

Kindergarten Bootcamp

Sat, Nov 7 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Riders in the Sky

Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 PM · Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, AZ

For nearly 50 years, Grammy winners Riders in the Sky have been keepers of the traditional country and cowboy music flame passed on by Gene Autry and Roy Rogers.

Price: see link

Monday, November 9

BabyTime

Mon, Nov 9 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free ✓ 2 sources

BabyTime

Mon, Nov 9 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Tuesday, November 10

Wednesday, November 11

FLEURS DE VILLES: NOËL

Wed, Nov 11–15 · Scottsdale Fashion Square, 7014 E. Camelback Rd., Ste. 2132, Scottsdale, AZ

Join us this November as we arrive at Scottsdale Fashion Square for the first time with Fleurs de Villes NOËL - a free, 5 day festive celebration showcasing enchanting floral displays created by Arizona’s talented…

Price: see link

Thursday, November 12

BabyTime

Thu, Nov 12 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Free

BabyTime

Thu, Nov 12 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Free

Friday, November 13

BabyTime

Fri, Nov 13 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Chiles & Chocolate Festival

Fri, Nov 13 · 11 AM–5 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Saturday, November 14

Isaac Tonasket at Talking Stick Resort

Sat, Nov 14 · Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ

Isaac Tonasket is a Native American singer, cultural ambassador, and social media personality from the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation.

Price: see link

Kindergarten Bootcamp

Sat, Nov 14 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Chiles & Chocolate Festival

Sat, Nov 14 · 11 AM–5 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Sunday, November 15

Chiles & Chocolate Festival

Sun, Nov 15 · 11 AM–5 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

Price: see link

Monday, November 16

BabyTime

Mon, Nov 16 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free ✓ 2 sources

BabyTime

Mon, Nov 16 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Tuesday, November 17

Wednesday, November 18

Thursday, November 19

Sunsets & Sips

Thu, Nov 19 · Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West, 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ

Sip in style at Taliesin West during Sunsets and Sips, a casual happy hour experience designed for the community to connect, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of this iconic setting.

Price: see link

BabyTime

Thu, Nov 19 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Free

BabyTime

Thu, Nov 19 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Desert Broom Library

Free

Friday, November 20

Steve Trevino at Talking Stick Resort

Fri, Nov 20 · Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ

See Comedian Steve Trevino on his touring live show Family Man!

Price: see link

BabyTime

Fri, Nov 20 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Dustbowl Revival

Fri, Nov 20 · 7:30 PM · Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, AZ

Going strong into their second decade after a humble beginning in bohemian Venice Beach, the ever-evolving collective Dustbowl Revival plays a spicy cocktail of folky funk and booty-shaking, jangly funk and soul,…

Price: see link

Saturday, November 21

VIP Pup Club Pass

Sat, Nov 21 · 7 AM–1 PM

As a VIP Pup Club pass holder, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to dog-friendly experiences, including special strolls among the cactus, playful social gatherings and limited-time events throughout the year.

Price: see link

Kindergarten Bootcamp

Sat, Nov 21 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Monday, November 23

Math in Bloom Presents: Fibonacci Day

Mon, Nov 23 · 9 AM–3 PM · Desert Botanical Garden, 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ

This unique celebration reveals the hidden mathematics that shapes the beauty of nature all around us.

Price: see link

BabyTime

Mon, Nov 23 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free ✓ 2 sources

BabyTime

Mon, Nov 23 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Tuesday, November 24

Wednesday, November 25

Monday, November 30

BabyTime

Mon, Nov 30 · 9:15 AM–9:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

BabyTime

Mon, Nov 30 · 10:15 AM–10:45 AM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Free

Tuesday, December 1

Wednesday, December 2

Thursday, December 3

Friday, December 4

Vineyards in the Valley

Fri, Dec 4–5 · Scottsdale Stadium, Scottsdale Stadium: 7408 E. Osborn Rd. Hotel Valley Ho: 6850 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Scottsdale, AZ

Vineyards in the Valley, Scottsdale's premier wine-tasting experience with a mission, returns for its third year as an expanded two-day celebration on Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, 2026.

Price: see link

Red Cross Blood Drive

Fri, Dec 4 · 11 AM–4 PM · Meeting Room, Mesquite Library

Gift the gift of blood at the American Red Cross Blood Drive!

Free

Monday, December 7

Tuesday, December 8

Wednesday, December 9

Thursday, December 10

Saturday, December 12

Navigating Grief During the Holidays

Sat, Dec 12 · Desert Sage Herbs, 1728 N Alma School Rd, Chandler, AZ

The holiday season is often a time of joy and celebration, but for those who are grieving, it can be a challenging and overwhelming experience.

Price: see link

Monday, December 14

Tuesday, December 15

Wednesday, December 16

Thursday, December 17

Sunsets & Sips

Thu, Dec 17 · Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West, 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ

Sip in style at Taliesin West during Sunsets and Sips, a casual happy hour experience designed for the community to connect, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of this iconic setting.

Price: see link

Saturday, December 19

Glow Up @SMoCA: Sound Bath at Sunrise

Sat, Dec 19 · Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, 7374 E. Second St., Scottsdale, AZ

Celebrate the winter solstice in the Skyspace Refresh your aura as you enjoy this unique winter solstice celebration with us!

Price: see link

Ongoing exhibits & runs

Neighborhood Night at Hush Public House

Tue, Feb 17 – Tue, Dec 29 · Hush Public House, 14202 N. Scottsdale Rd #167, Scottsdale, AZ

Indulge in an exquisite culinary tradition every Tuesday at Hush Public House with Neighborhood Night — a carefully curated evening of elevated flavor and relaxed sophistication.

Price: see link

WET Deck Pool Party

Fri, Apr 17 – Sat, Oct 31 · WET Deck at W Scottsdale Hotel, 7277 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, AZ

W Scottsdale’s iconic pool parties are back in full summer mode, coming alive every Friday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m.

Price: see link

Ales on Rails

Sun, Sep 13 – Sat, Oct 31 · Verde Canyon Railroad, 300 N. Broadway, Clarkdale, AZ

Ales on Rails is Verde Canyon Railroad’s celebration of autumn and Arizona breweries.

Price: see link

Cocina Latina - Tamales

Fri, Oct 2–30 · Royal Palms Resort and Spa, 5200 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ

Gather with us in our kitchen, or “cocina,” for an authentic tamale-making experience.

Price: see link

Sangria Social

Sat, Oct 17 – Sat, Nov 21 · Queen Creek Olive Mill, 25062 S. Meridian Rd., Queen Creek, AZ

Join us for the first Sangria Social of the season! Immerse yourself in the grove at the Queen Creek Olive Mill as you explore our selection of four seasonal sangria flavors.

Price: see link

Scottsdazzle

Sat, Nov 28 – Thu, Dec 31 · City of Scottsdale, 7125 E 5th Ave, Suite 31, Scottsdale, AZ

The city of Scottsdale's holiday extravaganza, Scottsdazzle lights up Old Town with seasonal decor and stunning entertainment.

Price: see link

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