Oct 31 - Nov 2

Find out what's happening this weekend in Phoenix. You can see some live music, see the most current art exhibitions and more. Find more fun things to do this weekend on our event calendar. Check out our major annual events in 2025 here. 

We've also rounded up fall events and things to do in Phoenix this fall. Discover all the top events happening in October 2025 here. 

 

NASCAR Championship Weekend

Friday through Sunday

NASCAR Championship Weekend runs from Oct. 31 – Nov. 2, with four championship races in three days and unforgettable fan experiences all weekend long.

Beyond the racing, fans can get up close with driver introductions, celebrate with post-race festivities, explore the garage and infield access areas, and take in interactive displays, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun throughout the midway.

Phoenix Raceway

 

Retail Therapy Greenwood Brewing: Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting

Sunday

The Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Greenwood Brewing on Sunday, November 2nd at 6:30 p.m.! The main ribbon cutting begins promptly at 6:30, followed by individual vendor celebrations. Enjoy free gifts for the first 100 guests, Dish it Out Hibachi Grill, a local pop-up market, and $5 canned beers from Greenwood Brewing.

Retail Therapy - Greenwood Brewing

 

Halloween Events in Phoenix

Friday through Sunday

We’ve got the lowdown on haunted houses, trick-or-treat events, family-friendly festivals and more things to do for Halloween in Phoenix. You can always find more Halloween-related events here. We've also rounded up the best pumpkin patches and corn mazes around town, as well as iconic haunted places in Greater Phoenix.

Greater Phoenix

 

Dia de Los Muertos Events in Phoenix

Friday through Sunday

While Halloween may be the big holiday this time of year in most of the United States, Dia de los Muertos is just as important in Greater Phoenix. Originating in Mexico, Día de los Muertos, or day of the Day, is usually held on November 1st and 2nd, honoring family, friends and loved ones who have died. Despite its focus, the holiday is one of joy, featuring staples such as sweet bread, or pan de muertos, calaveras or sugar skulls, and altars adorned in beautiful marigolds to remember those we loved. 

Greater Phoenix has strong Mexican roots that are still celebrated in every part of the city today. Find the best things to do in Greater Phoenix to celebrate the Day of the Dead.

Greater Phoenix

 

 

Family-Friendly Activities This Weekend

Discover the best family-friendly things to do in Phoenix—from interactive museums to outdoor adventures and kid-friendly eats. 

 

Discovery Day at Taliesin West

Saturday

Mark your calendar for Discovery Day at Taliesin West on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This family-friendly celebration invites you to explore the beauty of art, architecture and nature while enjoying live music from the Sunpunchers, interactive stations, crafts and even a special play zone for kids.

Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West

 

 

 

Concerts & Performances This Weekend

Shows are taking place more often now, including theatre performances, comedy shows and concerts. Here's who you can see perform this weekend:

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Sports This Weekend

Phoenix is a premier sports destination, and our local and national teams are bringing the heat. Here’s who you can cheer on this weekend:

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Art Exhibits This Weekend

Phoenix is home to the largest art museum in the southwestern United States. Ignite your mind with the creativity and inspiration you will find at our local cultural institutions. Here's the art exhibits you can see this weekend:

 

Funny Business: Photography and Humor

Through January 24, 2026

Funny Business: Photography and Humor explores how artists have used visual humor to entertain, challenge norms, and offer resistance or relief from the weight of the world. Featuring 70 works from the Center for Creative Photography at the University of Arizona, the exhibition includes artists such as Liz Cohen, Steffi Faircloth, Jeff Mermelstein, Bucky Miller, and Reynier Leyva Novo.

Phoenix Art Museum

 

Desert Pulse

Through May 31, 2026

Thousands of stunning images. Five monumental video installations. One transformative experience. FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit by ScanLAB Projects, invites visitors into the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert. Through photography, LiDAR scanning, motion and sound, it reveals new ways of seeing and deepens appreciation for our vibrant ecosystem.

Desert Botanical Garden

 

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