Phoenix Local Events

October is packed with exciting events throughout the Valley! From pumpkin patches and fall festivals to live music, night markets, food festivals, and Halloween fun, there is something for everyone. Here are some of the can’t-miss events happening this month:

• Arizona State Fair
  • Dates: October through November 1
  • Details: Enjoy carnival rides, live music, food vendors, games, and family-friendly entertainment.
  • Location: Arizona State Fairgrounds in Phoenix
• Ballet Under the Stars
  • Date: October 1
  • Details: A free outdoor evening featuring performances by Ballet Arizona.
  • Location: Sahuaro Ranch Historic Park in Glendale
• Roars & Pours
  • Date: October 1
  • Details: An evening of craft drinks, food trucks, and wildlife encounters.
  • Location: Phoenix Zoo in Phoenix
• Tolmachoff Farms Pumpkin Patch
  • Dates: October 1–31
  • Details: Pick pumpkins, explore a six-acre corn maze, and visit the farm’s petting zoo.
  • Location: Glendale
• Maricopa County Home & Garden Show
  • Dates: October 2–4
  • Details: Explore home-improvement inspiration, local landscaping experts, and WestWorld of Scottsdale.
  • Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale
• Rock the BBQ
  • Date: October 3
  • Details: A community food festival with slow-smoked barbecue, live music, and family-friendly fun.
  • Location: Goodyear Civic Square in Goodyear
• Ballet Under the Stars
  • Date: October 3
  • Details: A free outdoor presentation featuring classical and contemporary dance performances.
  • Location: Centennial Plaza Park in Peoria
• Movie in the Park
  • Date: October 3
  • Time: 7:00 PM
  • Details: Bring the family and enjoy a kid-friendly movie under the stars.
  • Location: Earl Edgar Park in Buckeye
• MacDonald’s Ranch Pumpkin Patch
  • Dates: October 1–31
  • Details: A western-themed seasonal attraction with pumpkin picking, train rides, hay-bale mazes, and lawn games.
  • Location: Scottsdale
• Peoria Night Market
  • Date: October 9
  • Details: An outdoor evening marketplace featuring local vendors, food trucks, shopping, and live entertainment.
  • Location: Centennial Plaza Park in Peoria
• Peoria’s 2nd Saturdays
  • Date: October 10
  • Details: A monthly block party featuring interactive art, pop-up vendors, local musicians, and outdoor dining.
  • Location: Downtown Peoria
• Movie in the Parks: Toy Story 5
  • Date: October 17
  • Time: 5:30 PM–9:00 PM
  • Details: A family-friendly outdoor movie night.
  • Location: Goodyear Community Park in Goodyear
• Scottsdale Taco Fest
  • Dates: October 17–18
  • Details: A two-day culinary festival featuring local taco creations, tequila tastings, lucha libre, and live DJs.
  • Location: Scottsdale
• Halloween Spooktacular
  • Dates: October 23–25
  • Details: A family-friendly Halloween carnival and costume festival.
  • Location: Scottsdale
• BOO Arizona
  • Dates: October 29–30
  • Details: A two-day electronic dance music festival featuring major artists.
  • Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale
• Movie in the Park
  • Date: October 30
  • Time: 7:00 PM
  • Details: A pre-Halloween outdoor movie night.
  • Location: Tareeso Sports Park in Buckeye

Save the dates, grab your family and friends, and enjoy everything October has to offer throughout the Valley! Which event are you most excited to attend?