As fall settles into the Valley, this weekend brings an incredible lineup of festivals, concerts, and community events — all leading into Día de los Muertos celebrations across Phoenix! Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun, a night out with friends, or the perfect neighborhood for trick-or-treating, there’s something for everyone.
🌸 Celebrate Día de los Muertos
November 2 – Día de los Muertos Festival | St. Mary’s Basilica
Honor and remember loved ones in this vibrant cultural celebration downtown. Event coverage & details
🍹 Festivals & Live Music
- November 1 – Tequila Fest Phoenix 2025 | AZ Athletic Grounds (Mesa) — Over 50 tequilas to sample, live music, and food trucks. Official site • Visit Mesa listing • Tickets
- November 1 – Arts & Music Fall Fest | Road Runner Park (North 32nd) — Local artists, live music, and food trucks. Facebook event • Alternate listing
- November 1 – Music in the Park | The Park at PV — Free outdoor concert; bring a blanket and enjoy the new PV restaurants. PV Events calendar (Nov 1 listing)
- November 1 – A Taste of AZ: Sip, Savor, Shop | Salt River Fields — Unlimited bites, 15 drink tickets, and 50+ vendors. Official event page • Experience Scottsdale listing • Producer info
- November 1 – Phantom of the Biltmore | Arizona Biltmore (Spire Bar) — Elegant Halloween masquerade with DJ and specialty cocktails. Official event page • Visit Phoenix listing
🎨 Art & Wine Weekends
- November 1–2 – Litchfield Park Fall Festival of Arts | Litchfield Square Park — 150+ artists, live entertainment, beer & wine garden. Official city page • City calendar • Visit Phoenix listing
- November 1–2 – Kierland Fine Art & Wine Festival | Kierland Commons — Sip, stroll, and shop fine art and boutique wines. Thunderbird Artists (producer)
🍣 Something Unique
October 31 – November 2 – Sumo + Sushi | Rawhide Event Center (Chandler)
Authentic sumo demonstrations paired with sushi tastings — a one-of-a-kind cultural experience. Official tour page • Rawhide listing • Visit Phoenix listing
🏀 Sports Highlights
- Fri, Oct 31 – Jazz @ Suns, 7:00 PM — NBA game page • Tickets
- Sat, Nov 1 – Arizona State @ Iowa State, 10:00 AM (MST) — ASU schedule • ESPN game page
- Sat, Nov 1 – Arizona @ Colorado, 4:00 PM (MST) — Arizona schedule • ESPN game page
- Sun, Nov 2 – Spurs @ Suns, 7:00 PM — Suns schedule
👻 Top Neighborhoods for Trick-or-Treating
These Valley neighborhoods are known for festive décor, friendly vibes, and full-size candy bars: Verrado (Buckeye), Dove Valley Ranch (Cave Creek), Agritopia (Gilbert), Power Ranch (Gilbert), Morrison Ranch (Gilbert), The Meadows (Peoria), North Sundance (Peoria), Anthem (North Phoenix), Arcadia (Phoenix), Windsor Square (Phoenix), Desert Ridge (Phoenix), Norterra (Phoenix), McCormick Ranch (Scottsdale), Grayhawk (Scottsdale), DC Ranch (Scottsdale).
☀️ Weekend Weather Forecast
- Friday: Mostly Sunny – 88° / 61°
- Saturday: Sunny – 88° / 62°
- Sunday: Sunny – 89° / 63°
Perfect weather for fall fun — grab your sunscreen and head outdoors!
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