NOVEMBER 2018

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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

Canal Convergence: “Sound Sculpture”

ARIZONA FALL LEAGUEThrough November 17, 2018 | 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.

ELECTRIC DESERTThrough May 12, 2019 | dbg.com

Cactus and desert become a living canvas in this nighttime experience, taking visitors on an immersive journey through the garden using light and original music. You’ll experience the desert, light and sound united in a mesmerizing display like never before.

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CANAL CONVERGENCE WATER + ART + LIGHTNovember 9-18, 2018 | canalconvergence.com

This 10-day event features large-scale art installations by local, national and international artists. Other entertainment includes hands-on activities, artist talks, workshops and other presentations highlighting the themes of creativity and sustainability.

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

NOVEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

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SCOTTSDALE DIA DE LOS MUERTOSNovember 2-4, 2018 | scottsdalediadelosmuertos.com

Community, theatre and art combine as Old Town 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 FESTIVAL November 2-11, 2018 | scottsdalefilmfestival.com

Discover award-winning films from around the world! During its 17-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.

ARIZONA MUSICFESTNovember 1-30, 2018 | azmusicfest.org

Various locations around the city come to life with live music during this month-long celebration. Highlights from the 2018 season include Wynonna & the Big Noise, The Bronx Wanderers, and the Billy Joel 2 Elton John Tribute Concert.

* denotes free event

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Cooks and CorksFour Seasons Resort Scottsdale6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.480-945-7193, cooksandcorks.org

Scottsdale International Film Festival: Opening NightScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts 6:15 p.m.602-410-1074, scottsdalefilmfestival.comA gala celebration to kick off the annual five-day festival that connects audiences with award-winning cinema from around the globe.

NOVEMBER 2-3Aaron LewisThe Showroom at Talking Stick Resort 8 p.m.480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com

Story PiratesScottsdale Center for the Performing ArtsFri. 11 a.m. & 8:30 p.m.** / Sat. 11 a.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org** Fri. evening performance is for adults only; morning performances are family-friendly.

NOVEMBER 2-4“The Bad Seed”Scottsdale Desert Stages TheatreFri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sun. 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

Carefree Fine Art & Wine FestivalDowntown Carefree, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-837-5637, thunderbirdartists.com

*Dia de Los MuertosOld Adobe MissionSee website for detailsscottsdalediadelosmuertos.com

“The Mel Brooks Musical: Young Frankenstein”Scottsdale Desert Stages TheatreFri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sun. 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

NOVEMBER 2, 9, 16, 23, 30*Native American DancingHyatt Regency Scottsdale, 5 p.m.480-444-1234, scottsdale.hyatt.com

NOVEMBER 2-11Scottsdale International Film FestivalHarkins Shea 14 TheaterSee website for details602-410-1074, scottsdalefilmfestival.com

NOVEMBER 3AZ Barrels, Bottles & BrewsSalt River Fields at Talking Stick1 p.m. – 5 p.m.480-362-9467, azbottlesandbrews.com

Lea Michele & Darren CrissASU Gammage, 7:30 p.m.480-965-3434, asugammage.com

Davis Circus of IllusionWonders of the World Theater at Cattle Track, 7:30 p.m.480-330-1592 tickets.daviscircusofillusion.com

NOVEMBER 3-4azcentral.com Wine & Food ExperienceMonterra at WestWorld of Scottsdale11 a.m. – 4 p.m.wineandfood.azcentral.com

Dia de Los Muertos CelebrationDesert Botanical Garden10 a.m. – 6 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org

Extreme BMX Stunt ShowOdysea in the Desert, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.odyseainthedesert.com

NOVEMBER 3, 10, 17, 24Flamenco IntimoScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.orgBeautiful costumes, fiery footwork, intricate guitar and stirring vocals combine in an unforgettable celebration of Flamenco dance!

*McDonald’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Car ShowThe Pavilions, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.480-443-0080 thepavilionsattalkingstick.com

ONGOING EVENTS

NOV EMBER EV ENTS

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Bodies Revealed OdySea in the Desert480-291-8000, odyseainthedesert.comThru 5/11/19

Electric Desert: Light & Sound Experience by Klip CollectiveDesert Botanical Garden480-481-8188, dbg.orgThru 5/12/19

Footprints on the Desert: Frank Lloyd Wright in ArizonaGallery @ the Library Scottsdale Civic Center480-874-4645, scottsdalepublicart.orgThru 12/31/18

Fragments: Broken Bowls Tell More TalesPueblo Grande Museum & Archaeological Park 602-495-0901, pueblogrande.comThru 7/31/19

*Local Light5th Ave. & Marshall Wayscottsdalepublicart.orgThru 12/31/18

New BeginningsWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West 480-686-9539 scottsdalemuseumwest.orgThru 9/22/19

NKAME: A Retrospective of Cuban Printmaker Belkis AyónScottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art480-874-4666, smoca.orgThru 1/20/19

Untamed: Wild Compositions by Frank GonzalesDesert Botanical Garden480-941-1225, dbg.orgThru 1/6/19

NOVEMBER 1Arizona Fall League:Scorpions vs. JavelinasScottsdale Stadium, 6:35 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

Kathy MatteaMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org

NOVEMBER 1, 8, 15, 29*Scottsdale ArtWalkScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

NOVEMBER 1-18 Fall Butterfly ExhibitDesert Botanical Garden 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 480-941-1225, dbg.org

NOVEMBER 1-21Scottsdale Contemporary MonthEvents vary, see website for detailsscottsdalecontemporarymonth.comThis curated collection of special events celebrates creativity in all forms, from contemporary art and film to the culinary arts.

NOVEMBER 2Arizona Coyotes vs. Carolina HurricanesGila River Arena, 7 p.m.480-563-7825, coyotes.nhl.com

Arizona Fall League:Scorpions vs. Solar Sox Scottsdale Stadium, 12:35 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

Arizona Musicfest: Billy Joel 2 Elton John TributeHighlands Church, 7:30 p.m.480-488-0806, azmusicfest.org

Compania Flamenca Eduardo GuerreroMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.org

* denotes free event

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Chiles & Chocolate Festival Desert Botanical Garden10 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.orgSample and shop your way through Arizona’s top chile and chocolate vendors! Live music and dance performances add to the fun.

NOVEMBER 9-18*Canal Convergence: Water + Art + LightScottsdale Waterfront, 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.480-874-4610, canalconvergence.com

NOVEMBER 10Arizona Fall League: Scorpions vs. Desert DogsScottsdale Stadium, 12:35 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

Arizona Fall League: Rafters vs. Solar SoxSalt River Fields at Talking Stick6:08 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

*Artisan FestOdySea in the Desert, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.odyseainthedesert.com

*Discover India 2018: FusionScottsdale Civic Center Park 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.discoverindia.us

*Downtown Scottsdale Art & Cultural Trolley Tour Departs from Old Adobe Mission, 10:30 a.m.602-826-3155, ultimatearttours.com(Reservations required)

The EVE ProjectScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

*Movies in the Desert: CocoOdysea in the Desert, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.odyseainthedesert.com

NOVEMBER 10-11Bentley Scottsdale Polo ChampionshipsWestWorld of Scottsdalesee website for details480-423-1414, thepoloparty.com

NOVEMBER 11David Finckel & Wu HanScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 3 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

Family Fun Harvest FestivalOdysea in the Desert, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.odyseainthedesert.com

Sunday Concerts in the Garden: Lee Perreira BandDesert Botanical Garden3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 480-941-1225, dbg.orgSinger-songwriter-guitarist Lee Perreira and his band combine classic blues riffs with a soulfully textured vocal style.

NOVEMBER 12Arizona Fall League: Scorpions vs. SaguarosScottsdale Stadium, 12:35 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

NOVEMBER 13Arizona Fall League: Scorpions vs. RaftersScottsdale Stadium, 12:35 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

Arizona Musicfest: Anderson & Roe Piano DuoPinnacle Presbyterian Church, 7:30 p.m.480-488-0806, azmusicfest.org

Late Night with Leonard Bernstein:A Multimedia Cabaret with Jamie BernsteinMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.org

Talk CinemaScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

For the most up-to-date events, visit EventsInScottsdale.com5

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

NOVEMBER 4Donna the BuffaloMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.org

NOVEMBER 5Arizona Coyotes vs. Philadelphia FlyersGila River Arena, 7 p.m.480-563-7825, coyotes.nhl.com

Arizona Fall League: Rafters vs. SaguarosSalt River Fields at Talking Stick12:35 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

NOVEMBER 6Arizona Fall League: Rafters vs. ScorpionsSalt River Fields at Talking Stick6:35 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

Landau Eugene Murphy Jr.Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.org

NOVEMBER 6-11“On Your Feet!”ASU Gammage, see website for details480-965-3434, asugammage.com

NOVEMBER 7An Intimate Evening with Bettye LaVetteMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.orgLegendary singer Bettye LaVette is joined by keyboardist Evan Mercer for a night of music that highlights LaVette’s moving vocals.

Arizona Fall League: Rafters vs. JavelinasSalt River Fields at Talking Stick6:35 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

NOVEMBER 8Arizona Musicfest: The Bronx WanderersHighlands Church, 7:30 p.m.480-488-0806, azmusicfest.org

Sergio & SergeiScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

NOVEMBER 9Pablo CruiseThe Showroom at Talking Stick Resort, 8 p.m.480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com

Twenty One PilotsTalking Stick Resort Arena, 7 p.m.602-379-7800talkingstickresortarena.com

NOVEMBER 9-10Arizona Pinners ConferenceWestWorld of ScottsdaleFri. 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. / Sat. 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.az.pinnersconference.com

The Electric Guitar: Inventing an American Icon Opening ConcertMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.org

NOVEMBER 9-11*American Cup Championship Arabian Horse ShowWestWorld of Scottsdale, see website for details480-515-1500, scottsdaleshow.comEnjoy the beauty and elegance of championship Arabian horses as they compete in this exciting three-day qualifying show.

“The Bad Seed”Scottsdale Desert Stages TheatreFri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sun. 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

*Celebrate Veterans DayOld Adobe Mission, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.602-283-4047, scottsdaleartistsleague.com

* denotes free event

Scottsdale PhilharmonicLa Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church4 p.m.480-951-6077 scottsdalephilharmonic.com

Sunday Concerts in the Garden: Big Nick + the Gila MonstersDesert Botanical Garden3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org

Young Musicians Fall ConcertMusical Instrument Museum, 2 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.org

NOVEMBER 18-19

Karla BonoffMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.orgOne of music’s finest singer-songwriters performs selections from her new album entitled Carry Me Home.

NOVEMBER 19AFFCF Slider ThrowdownKierland Commons, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.affcf.org/sliderthrowdown

ASU: Big Band NightScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

NOVEMBER 21Arizona Coyotes vs. Vegas Golden KnightsGila River Arena, 7 p.m.480-563-7825, coyotes.nhl.com

Heart SocietyMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.org

NOVEMBER 21-JANUARY 13ZooLightsPhoenix Zoo, 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.602-286-3800, phoenixzoo.org

NOVEMBER 23Arizona Coyotes vs. Colorado AvalancheGila River Arena, 6 p.m.480-563-7825, coyotes.nhl.com

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NOVEMBER 23-24The Capitol StepsScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Fri. 8 p.m. / Sat. 5 p.m. & 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.orgThis irreverent D.C.-based troupe brings down The House – and Senate – with their blend of sharp political satire set to music.

Davis Circus of IllusionWonders of the World Theater at Cattle Track, 7:30 p.m.480-330-1592, tickets daviscircusofillusion.com

NOVEMBER 23-25*Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour & SaleVarious locations,see website for detailshiddeninthehills.org

“Mary Poppins Jr.”Scottsdale Desert Stages TheatreFri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

NOVEMBER 24*Artisan FestOdySea in the Desert, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.odyseainthedesert.com

Scottsdazzle: Tree Lighting & Sing-AlongSoleri Bridge/Scottsdale Waterfront7 p.m. – 9 p.m.scottsdazzle.com

NOVEMBER 24-30ScottsdazzleVarious events, see website for detailsscottsdazzle.com(Full event runs through Dec. 22, 2018)

NOVEMBER 25Arizona Coyotes vs. Calgary FlamesGila River Arena, 1 p.m.480-563-7825, coyotes.nhl.com

Jane MonheitMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.org

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Arizona Fall League: Championship GameScottsdale Stadium, 1:08 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

Arizona Musicfest: Wynonna & The Big NoiseHighlands Church, 7:30 p.m.480-488-0806, azmusicfest.org

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

Jessie MuellerScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

StringShotMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m. 480-478-6000, mim.org

Winter WinesScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org

NOVEMBER 17-18*ArtFest of ScottsdaleScottsdale Civic Center Park10 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-968-5353, 888artfest.com

*Day of the Dog ScottsdaleOld Town Scottsdale, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.petapaloozawest.com

Leonard Bernstein’s “MASS”ASU Gammage Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sun. 2 p.m.480-965-3434, asugammage.com

Mac and Cheese Fest AZSalt River Fields at Talking Stick, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.macandcheesefestaz.comMore than 35 restaurants will dish up $2 Mac & Cheese tastes with their own unique twist on this traditional comfort food.

NOVEMBER 18Arizona Cardinals vs. Oakland RaidersState Farm Stadium, 2:05 p.m.602-379-0102, azcardinals.com

NOVEMBER 14Arizona Fall League: Rafters vs. Desert DogsSalt River Fields at Talking Stick, 12:35 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

Arizona Fall League: Scorpions vs. JavelinasScottsdale Stadium, 6:35 p.m.480-990-1005, mlbfallball.com

NOVEMBER 15Arizona Coyotes vs. Nashville PredatorsGila River Arena, 7 p.m.480-563-7825, coyotes.nhl.com

*Contemporary Focus ArtWalkScottsdale Arts District (Main St. & Marshall Way), 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com

NOVEMBER 16-18“The Bad Seed”Scottsdale Desert Stages TheatreFri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sun. 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

Goodguys Southwest NationalsWestWorld of ScottsdaleSee website for details925-838-9876, good-guys.comThis exciting show features thousands of hotrods, muscle cars and trucks, as well as the Cars 4 Sale Corral and Kids Zone.

*Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour & SaleVarious locationsSee website for detailshiddeninthehills.org

“Mary Poppins Jr.”Scottsdale Desert Stages TheatreFri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sat. & Sun. 2 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org

NOVEMBER 17Arizona Coyotes vs. Boston BruinsGila River Arena, 6 p.m.480-563-7825, coyotes.nhl.com

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SCOTTSDAZZLENovember 24 – December 22, 2018 | scottsdazzle.com

This month-long celebration of the holidays includes numerous signature events including: Tree Lighting and Sing Along (Nov. 24), Feliz Navidad Fiesta (Dec. 1), Sugar Plum Avenue (Dec. 8), Santa Wine Around (Dec. 15) and the Java Jingle Crawl (Dec. 22).

HOLIDAY LIGHTS AT MCCORMICK-STILLMAN RAILROAD PARK

November 30, 2018 – January 6, 2019 | therailroadpark.com

Ride the Paradise & Pacific Railroad through a winter wonderland of lights and displays! Opening night festivities on Nov. 30 include live music, a tree lighting ceremony and a visit from Santa Claus. Santa returns to the park nightly Dec. 1-2 and 7-23! *Holiday Lights will not take place Dec. 3, 24, 25 and 31.

ZOOLIGHTSNovember 21, 2018 – January 13, 2019 | 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.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

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Sunday Concerts in the Park: Joe Garcia & FriendsDesert Botanical Garden3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 480-941-1225, dbg.org

NOVEMBER 27-30“Dear Evan Hansen”ASU Gammage, see website for details480-965-3434, asugammage.com

NOVEMBER 28Fleetwood MacTalking Stick Resort Arena, 8 p.m.602-379-7800talkingstickresortarena.com

NOVEMBER 29Justin Timberlake: The Man of the Woods Tour Talking Stick Resort Arena, 7:30 p.m.602-379-7800, talkingstickresortarena.com

NOVEMBER 30“A Christmas Story: The Play”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre7:30 p.m.480-483-1664, desertstages.org Follow 9-year-old Ralphie Parker on his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas.

International Off-Road & UTV ExpoWestWorld of ScottsdaleSee website for detailsinternationaloffroadexpo.com

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EXPERIENCE SCOTTSDALE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTERS:

SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARELocated in the food court7014 E. Camelback Rd.

Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

FIFTH AVENUE7121 E. Fifth Ave. #6

Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

ExperienceScottsdale.com