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2011 |
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Date |
Event |
Website &
Description |
| Thursday Evenings
7pm - 9pm |
Scottsdale ArtWalk |
www.scottsdalegalleries.com
30 year tradition, open house at all galleries in Old Town’s Art District, casual atmosphere, entertainment. |
| November 4-6 |
Carefree 17th Annual Art & Wine Festivall |
www.thunderbirdartists.com
Over 160 artists display on the streets Of downtown Carefree. More than 5,000 original masterpieces of fine art! Pottery, photography, handcrafted jewelry are sold. Food, wine and lots of fun! |
November 11-13
10am to 5pm |
Fountain Fall Festival of Arts & Crafts
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www.fountainhillschamber.com
3 day event featuring 500 artists from around the country. Food booths and musical entertainment. |
| November 19-20 |
18th annual ArtFest of Scottsdale |
www.888artfest.com
Scottsdale Civic Center Mall 220 artists, gourmet foods, continuous live music & award winning kids area. |
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December 2-4
10am – Dusk
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Tempe 43rd Annual Fall Festival of the Arts |
www.tempefestivalofthearts.com
Ranks among top 20 art festivals in the nation. 3-day weekend, 400 artist booths, live entertainment by well-known local musicians, many other activities for guests.. |
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December 31
5:00 pm – 12:30 am
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Insight Fiesta Bowl Block Party |
www.fiestabowl.org
Mill Avenue District & Tempe Beach Park
As Arizona’s biggest and most exciting New Year’s Eve bash, the Insight Fiesta Bowl Block Party is a jam-packed evening of fun and entertainment for the entire family. More than 100,000 party-goers annually celebrate in Tempe’s Beach Park and Mill Avenue District amidst three spectacular fireworks displays. With rockin’ bands, beer gardens and a host of entertainers, this is one fantastic celebration you won’t want to miss! |
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2012 |
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Date |
Event |
Website &
Description |
January - April
Sundays |
Sunday A'Fair, 2012 |
www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org
A popular favorite among residents and visitors, Sunday A'Fair is a free afternoon arts festival that takes place
on the beautiful grounds of the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall, adjacent to the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. The event features concerts and performances by the Valley's top entertainers, a diverse selection of arts and crafts available for sale, hands-on activities for children and families. Seating is available on the lawn, and portable chairs and picnic baskets are welcome. Food and refreshments are also available for purchase. |
January 2
6:00 p.m.
University of Phoenix Stadium
Glendale, AZ |
41st Annual Tostitos Fiesta Bowl |
http://www.fiestabowl.org/index.php/tostitos/
As a member of the Bowl Championship Series, the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl has the opportunity to host the champion of the Big 12 Conference as well as an at-large BCS team. The 39th Annual Tostitos Fiesta Bowl will be played at University of Phoenix Stadium and telecast on Fox. |
| January 15 |
P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & ½ Marathon |
www.rnraz.com
Tours through three of AZ’s most Traveled cities, Phoenix, Scottsdale & Phoenix. Live music every mile!
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| January 13-15 |
Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival |
www.thunderbirdartists.com
Over 160 artists display on the streets Of downtown Carefree. More than 5,000 original masterpieces of fine art! Pottery, photography, handcrafted jewelry are sold. Food, wine and lots of fun! |
| January 30-February 5 |
WM Phoenix Open |
www.wastemanagementphoenixopen.com
Located at the TPC Scottsdale. Annually sporting the largest crowds on the PGA TOUR, the WM Open has gained legendary status on TOUR for being unlike any other golf tournament. |
February 24-26
10am - 5pm |
Fountain Hills Great Fair |
www.fountainhillschamber.com
Features nearly 480 artists and artisans from across the United States
and around the globe. Food booths and live musical entertainment. |
| March 2-4 |
Carefree Fine Arts & Wine Festival |
www.thunderbirdartists.com
Over 160 artists display on the streets Of downtown Carefree. More than 5,000 original masterpieces of fine art! Pottery, photography, handcrafted jewelry are sold. Food, wine and lots of fun! |
| March 9-12 |
41st Annual Scottsdale Arts Festival |
www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org
Enjoy continuous live entertainment from three stages while strolling the gorgeous grounds of Scottsdale Center for the Arts browsing the art of over 185 nationally acclaimed artists. |
| March 24-25 |
Fountain Hills Fine Art & Wine Affaire |
www.thunderbirdartists.com
A world-class gathering of more than 150 artists displaying over 4,000 original art pieces. Enjoy wine tasting throughout your walk! |
March 30- April 1
10 am - Dusk |
Tempe Spring Festival of the Arts |
www.tempefestivalofthearts.com
Ranks among top 20 art festivals in the nation. 3-day weekend, 400 artist booths, live entertainment by well-known local musicians, many other activities for guests. |
| April 13-15 |
McDowell Mountain Musical Festival @ Westworld |
www.mmmf.net
Includes continuous music by 13 bands ranging from rhythm & blues, bluegrass & Jazz for all ages. Food, VIP area and kid’s activities provided. Proceeds are donated to Phoenix Day Child & Family learning Center & AZ Quest for Kids. |
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