NOVEMBER 2017

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Your official guide to what’s happening in and around Scottsdale

Grand Prix of Scottsdale

OLD TOWN FARMERS’ MARKETSaturdays, Oct. – May, annually | 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com

Arrive early for the best selection at this popular weekly market. Locally grown organic

produce, homemade sauces and salsas, artisan breads, local cheeses and seasonal items

are just a few of the treasures you’ll find.

SCOTTSDALE DIA DE LOS MUERTOSNov. 2-5, 2017 | scottsdalediadelosmuertos.com

Community, theatre and art combine as downtown Scottsdale celebrates Dia de Los

Muertos, an ancient Aztec ritual honoring the dead. Enjoy traditional food, family

activities, vibrant music and dance, and an interactive community altar. See website

for schedule.

SCOTTSDALE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVALNov. 2-6, 2017 | scottsdalefilmfestival.com

Discover award-winning films from around the world! During its 16-year run, the

festival has showcased more than 500 films, ranging from Academy Award winners

and indie gems to buzz-worthy thrillers, romances, comedies and documentaries. See

website for film schedule.

GRAND PRIX OF SCOTTSDALENov. 3-5, 2017 | grandprixscottsdale.com

The Grand Prix of Scottsdale roars through the streets of downtown in a celebration of

the 1920s-era race cars. In addition to the Sunday race, the event includes the Gatsby

Under the Stars Gala on Friday, Nov. 3. See website for schedule.

DEMONSTRATE! ARTWALKNov. 16, 2017 | 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.

scottsdalegalleries.com

Part of the weekly ArtWalk’s Gold Palette series, DEMONSTRATE! features more than

two dozen artists working and showing off their craft in downtown galleries. Whether

you’re a collector, spectator or aspiring artist, this evening will fill you with creative

inspiration.

For the most up-to-date events, visit EventsInScottsdale.com

ARIZONA FALL LEAGUEThru Nov. 18, 2017 | mlbfallball.com

The Boys of Summer keep Major League Baseball excitement going well into the fall!

Watch the Scottsdale Scorpions take on the competition, including the Salt River Rafters

and Mesa Solar Sox, at Scottsdale Stadium. See website for game schedule.

NOVEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

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NOV. 1-5“Something Rotten!”ASU GammageSee website for show times480-965-3434 | asugammage.com

NOV. 1-19Fall Butterfly Exhibit: Mighty Monarchs & The Plant ProtectorsDesert Botanical Garden9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-941-1225 | dbg.org

The Monarchs are back and they’ve brought some friends! Learn about butterflies, pollinators, and predators, and their roles in the desert ecosystem.

NOV. 2Arizona Coyotes vs. Buffalo SabresGila River Arena7 p.m.480-563-7825 | coyotes.nhl.com

Arizona Fall League: Scorpions vs. Javelinas Scottsdale Stadium6:35 p.m.480-990-1005 | mlbfallball.com

Kandace SpringsMusical Instrument Museum7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

NOV. 2-5“Hairspray”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre 7:30 p.m. (Thu.-Sat.) / 2 p.m. (Sun.)480-483-1664 | desertstages.org

* Scottsdale Dia de los MuertosOld Adobe Mission9 a.m. - 9 p.m.scottsdalediadelosmuertos.com

NOV. 2-6Scottsdale International Film FestivalHarkins Shea 14 TheatersSee website for details480-499-8587 | scottsdalefilmfestival.com

NOV. 2, 9, 16, 30* Scottsdale ArtWalkScottsdale Arts District (Main St. & Marshall Way)6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com

NOV. 3Arizona Fall League: Scorpions vs. Solar Sox Scottsdale Stadium12:35 p.m.480-990-1005 | mlbfallball.com

Arizona Musicfest: Super DiamondHighlands Church7:30 p.m.480-422-8449 | azmusicfest.org

Between November and March, Arizona Musicfest brings talented performers like Super Diamond to venues throughout Scottsdale.

Ballake Sissoko & Vincent SegalMusical Instrument Museum7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

* Movies in the Park: Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesBiltmore Fashion Park7 p.m.602-428-8220 | shopbiltmore.com

Music in the Garden: Ronstadt Brothers & Los TucsonensesDesert Botanical Garden7 p.m. – 9 p.m.480-941-1225 | dbg.org

NOV. 3-5Carefree Fine Art & Wine FestivalDowntown Carefree10 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-837-5637 | thunderbirdartists.com

Grand Prix of ScottsdaleDowntown ScottsdaleSee website for details480-527-9779 | grandprixscottsdale.com

NOV. 3-5, 10-12, 17-19“The Dark at the Top of the Stairs”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.) / 2p.m. (Sun.)480-483-1664 | desertstages.org

NOV. 3, 10, 17, 24* Native American DancingHyatt Regency Scottsdale5 p.m.480-444-1234 | scottsdale.hyatt.com

NOV. 4Arizona Coyotes vs. Carolina HurricanesGila River Arena6 p.m.480-563-7825 | coyotes.nhl.com

Carnival of Illusion: An Evening of Old-World MagicMesa Arts Center5 p.m. & 8 p.m.480-359-SHOW | carnivalofillusion.com

Gypsy SoulMusical Instrument Museum7:30 p.m.480-478-6000 | mim.org

Moscow State SymphonyScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts8 p.m.480-499-8587 | scottsdalearts.org

* Navajo Art & Rug AuctionPueblo Grande Museum & Archaeological Park9 a.m. – 5 p.m.602-495-0901 | pueblogrande.com

* denotes free event

ONGOING EVENTS

Ancient Musical Treasures from Central ChinaMusical Instrument Museum480-478-6000 | mim.orgOpens 11/10/17

Canvas of Clay: Hopi Pottery MasterworksWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West 480-689-9539scottsdalemuseumwest.orgThru 12/29/19

Fragments: Broken Bowls Tell More TalesPueblo Grande Museum & Archaeological Park602-495-0901 | pueblogrande.comThru 8/31/18

HGTV’s Santa HQ Holiday ExperienceScottsdale Fashion SquareSee website for schedule480-941-2140 | fashionsquare.comThru 12/24/17

Infinite Light: A Photographic Meditation on TibetPhoenix Art Museum 602-257-1880 | phxart.orgThru 2/18/18

Marking the InfiniteScottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art480-874-4666 | smoca.orgThru 1/21/18

Paolo Soleri: The City is NatureScottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art480-874-4666 | smoca.orgThru 1/28/18

The Rennard Strickland Collection of Western Film HistoryWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West 480-689-9539scottsdalemuseumwest.orgThru 9/30/18

Taliesin West Public ToursTaliesin WestSee website for daily tour times480-860-2700 | franklloydwright.orgOngoing

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NOV. 4-5AZCentral.com Food & Wine ExperienceSalt River Fields at Talking Stick1 p.m.-4 p.m.See website for detailsfoodandwine.azcentral.com

Join television celebrity Martha Stewart and 25 of the Valley’s finest chefs for two days of culinary creativity and innovation.

Dia de los MuertosDesert Botanical Garden10 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-941-1225 | dbg.org

NOV. 4, 11, 18, 25* McDonald’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Car ShowThe Pavilions4 p.m. – 8 p.m.480-443-0080thepavilionsattalkingstick.com

* Old Town Farmers’ MarketBrown Ave. & First St.8 a.m. – 1 p.m.623-848-1234arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com

NOV. 5Arizona Musicfest: Young MusiciansMusical Instrument Museum2 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

Donna the BuffaloMusical Instrument Museum7 p.m.480-478-6000 | mim.org

Okee Dokee BrothersScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.480-499-8587 | scottsdalearts.org

NOV. 6The Steel WheelsMusical Instrument Museum7 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

NOV. 7Arizona Musicfest: Dennis Rowland & Diana LeePinnacle Presbyterian Church7:30 p.m.480-422-8449 | azmusicfest.org

NOV. 8Haas Kowert TiceMusical Instrument Museum7 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

NOV. 9Arizona Fall League: Scorpions vs. Rafters Scottsdale Stadium6:35 p.m.480-990-1005 | mlbfallball.com

Eddie Palmieri: Eddie at 80Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts7:30 p.m.480-499-8587 | scottsdalearts.org

John SebastianMusical Instrument Museum7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

NOV. 10Jerry Jeff WalkerThe Showroom at Talking Stick Resort8 p.m.480-850-7777 | talkingstickresort.com

* Movies in the Park: GhostbustersBiltmore Fashion Park7 p.m.602-428-8220 | shopbiltmore.com

NOV. 10-12* American Cup Championship Arabian Horse ShowWestWorld of ScottsdaleSee website for details480-515-1500 | scottsdaleshow.com

Watch as beautiful Arabian horses compete in a variety of classes, including reining, dressage and ranch pleasure.

Chiles & Chocolate FestivalDesert Botanical Garden10 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-941-1225 | dbg.org NOV. 10-12, 16-19, 22, 24-27, 29-30Polar ExpressGrand Canyon Railway (Williams, AZ)5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.800-843-8724 | thetrain.com

NOV. 11Arizona Coyotes vs. Winnipeg JetsGila River Arena8 p.m.480-563-7825 | coyotes.nhl.com

Arizona Fall League: Scorpions vs. Desert Dogs Scottsdale Stadium12:35 p.m.480-990-1005 | mlbfallball.com

Arizona Musicfest: Stan Kenton Legacy OrchestraLa Casa de Cristo Church3 p.m.480-422-8449 | azmusicfest.org

Rita Rudner Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts8 p.m.480-499-8587 | scottsdalearts.org

* Veterans’ Day Gourd DancePueblo Grande Museum & Archaeological Park11 a.m. – 4 p.m.602-495-0901 | pueblogrande.com

Join Pueblo Grande Museum and the Arizona Territory Gourd Society in celebrating our veterans.

Wu ManMusical Instrument Museum7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

NOV. 11-12Bentley Scottsdale Polo ChampionshipsWestWorld of ScottsdaleSee website for details480-423-1414 | thepoloparty.com

World-class polo matches are only part of the fun! The weekend also includes fashion shows, a preview of the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction and more.

NOV. 12Arizona Musicfest: Mary Chapin CarpenterHighlands Church7:30 p.m.480-422-8449 | azmusicfest.org

Motivation Mod: Scottsdale Home TourASU SkySong (self-guided tour starting point)11 a.m. – 4 p.m. scottsdalehometours.com

The Sachal Ensemble: Song of LahoreMusical Instrument Museum7 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

NOV. 13Arizona Fall League: Scorpions vs. Saguaros Scottsdale Stadium12:35 p.m.480-990-1005 | mlbfallball.com

NOV. 14The Jerry Douglas BandMusical Instrument Museum7 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

NOV. 15Arizona Fall League: Scorpions vs. Javelinas Scottsdale Stadium6:35 p.m.480-990-1005 | mlbfallball.com

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NOV. 16* Demonstrate! ArtWalkScottsdale Arts District (Main St. & Marshall Way)6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com

NOV. 16 & 17Al Stewart: Year of the CatMusical Instrument Museum7 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

Music in the Garden: April VerchDesert Botanical Garden7 p.m. – 9 p.m.480-941-1225 | dbg.org

NOV. 17Arizona Musicfest: The HillbendersPinnacle Presbyterian Church7:30 p.m.480-422-8449 | azmusicfest.org

NOV. 17-19Goodguys Southwest NationalsWestWorld of Scottsdale8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Sun. to 3 p.m.)925-838-9876, | good-guys.com

The Goodguys Southwest Nationals features more than 3,000 hotrods, muscle cars and trucks, as well as the Nitro Thunderfest Dragster Exhibition and Kids Zone.

NOV. 17-19, 24-26“Peter Pan”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.) / 2 p.m. (Sat.-Sun.)480-483-1664 | desertstages.org

NOV. 18Arizona Fall League: Championship GameScottsdale Stadium1:08 p.m.480-990-1005 | mlbfallball.com

Carnival of Illusion: An Evening of Old-World MagicMesa Arts Center5 p.m. & 8 p.m.480-359-SHOW | carnivalofillusion.com

This vaudeville-inspired theater show celebrates old-world magic with a hint of 1900’s Parisian humor.

Dogs’ Day in the GardenDesert Botanical Garden (Phoenix)8 a.m. – 2 p.m.480-941-1225 | dbg.org

Faramarz AslaniScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts7 p.m.480-499-8587 | scottsdalearts.org

David SedarisThe Orpheum Theater8 p.m.480-499-8587 | scottsdalearts.org

NOV. 18-19* ArtFest of ScottsdaleScottsdale Civic Center Park10 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-968-5353 | 888artfest.com

NOV. 19* Scottsdale Philharmonic: Beethoven’s 9th Symphony Scottsdale Bible Church4 p.m.480-951-6077 scottsdalephilharmonic.com

Winemaking 101 WorkshopLDV Winery5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.480-664-4822 | ldvwinery.com

NOV. 20Tango Buenos AiresMusical Instrument Museum7 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

NOV. 22Arizona Coyotes vs. San Jose SharksGila River Arena 7 p.m.480-563-7825 | coyotes.nhl.com

NOV. 22 - DEC. 31Christmas at the PrincessFairmont Scottsdale PrincessSee website for schedule480-585-4848 | scottsdaleprincess.com

NOV. 22 - JAN. 15ZoolightsPhoenix Zoo5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.602-286-3800 | phoenixzoo.org

NOV. 24Arizona Coyotes vs. Los Angeles KingsGila River Arena 7 p.m.480-563-7825 | coyotes.nhl.com

NOV. 24-25The Capitol StepsScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Fri., 8 p.m. / Sat. 5 p.m. & 8 p.m.480-499-8587 | scottsdalearts.org

This irreverent D.C.-based troupe brings down The House – and Senate – with their blend of sharp political satire set to music

Las Noches de las LuminariasDesert Botanical Garden 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.480-941-1225 | dbg.org

NOV. 24-27* Fiesta Dog ShowsRawhide Western TownSee website for details8 a.m. - 6 p.m.480-502-5600 | fiestadogshows.com

NOV. 25Arizona Coyotes vs. Vegas Golden KnightsGila River Arena 6 p.m.480-563-7825 | coyotes.nhl.com

* Miracle on Main Street Holiday Kick-OffKierland Commons12 p.m. – 8 p.m.480-348-1577 | kierlandcommons.com

* Scottsdazzle: Tree Lighting & Sing AlongSoleri Plaza at Scottsdale Waterfront7 p.m. – 10 p.m.scottsdazzle.com

This month-long holiday celebration kicks off with a sing along and the lighting of a spectacular one-of-a-kind tree imported from Italy.

NOV. 27 & 28Irish Christmas in AmericaMusical Instrument Museum7 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

NOV. 28-30“The Bodyguard”ASU Gammage 7:30 p.m.480-965-3434 | asugammage.com

NOV. 29Quebe SistersMusical Instrument Museum7 p.m. 480-478-6000 | mim.org

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POLAR EXPRESSSelect days Nov. 10, 2017 – Jan. 6, 2018 | 5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

thetrain.com

Experience the magic of “The Polar Express,” the classic children’s book by Chris Van

Allsburg. Grand Canyon Railway brings The Polar Express to life when the train departs

the depot in Williams, Arizona, for a journey to the “North Pole” where Santa is waiting

with a gift for every child!

ZOOLIGHTSSelect days Nov. 22, 2017 – Jan. 14, 2018 | 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

phoenixzoo.org

Hundreds of glimmering displays light the way through the Phoenix Zoo this holiday

season! Millions of twinkling lights, a three-story holiday tree, lakeside music-in-motion

shows and nightly snowfall in the desert are just a few of the highlights.

LAS NOCHES DE LAS LUMINARIASSelect days Nov. 24 – Dec. 30, 2017 | 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

dbg.org

Every holiday season, the trails of the Desert Botanical Garden glow with the light of

more than 8,000 hand-lit luminarias and thousands of twinkling white lights. Musical

groups along the paths provide live entertainment ranging from Native American flute

to traditional holiday carols.

SCOTTSDAZZLENov. 25, 2017 – Jan. 1, 2018 | scottsdazzle.com

This month-long celebration of the holidays includes numerous signature events

including: Santa Wine Around (Dec. 2), Cowboy Christmas (Dec. 9), Gold Palette

ArtWalk (Dec. 14) and Sugar Plum Avenue (Dec. 16), as well as two major public art

installations, “Prismatica” and “Reflection Rising” (daily).

HOLIDAY LIGHTS AT MCCORMICK-STILLMAN RAILROAD PARK

Dec. 1 – Jan. 7, 2018* | therailroadpark.com

Ride the Paradise & Pacific Railroad through a winter wonderland of lights and displays!

Opening night festivities on Dec. 1 include live music, a tree lighting ceremony and a visit

from Santa Claus. Santa returns to the park nightly Dec. 8-23! *Holiday Lights will not

take place Dec. 4, 24, 25 and 31.

SISTER’S CHRISTMAS CATECHISMDec. 8-17, 2017 | 8 p.m. (Fri., Sat.) & 2 p.m. (Sat., Sun.)

scottsdalearts.org

Sister needs your help to solve the greatest Christmas caper ever – who swiped the

gold those three wise men gave to Baby Jesus? Using the latest forensic technology

and her uncanny ability to detect guilt, Sister creates an unforgettable living Nativity

with her students to expose the culprit.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

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EXPERIENCE SCOTTSDALE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER

SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE Located in the food court

7014 E. Camelback Rd. Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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