– Scottsdale Events – November 2023 –
It is hard to believe that November is here already! Now that we are headed into the end of the year and the weather is cooler, we start to see a lot more events taking place in Scottdale and around the Valley.
- Carefree Art & Wine Festival – November 3rd- 5th – The Carefree Art & Wine Festival will be back in downtown Carefree. Over 165 talented artists displaying over 5,000 works of art will be in attendance. There is also an option to do wine tasting and learn more about the wines being served. The event runs from 10AM to 5PM daily.
- Canal Convergence – November 3rd -12th – Canal Convergence returns on the 3rd and this year’s theme is The Power of Play. The Scottsdale Waterfront will feature large-scale, light-based art installations, many of which have an interactive component. In addition to the art installations, there will be workshops, educational sessions, art tours, a beer and wine garden, live performances and more.
- Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships – November 4th – This over-the-top Polo Party is coming back. Watch four exciting polo matches, take in the newest fashions, explore luxury cars and so much more. This year, they have added a Sunset Afterparty with a DJ. Come dressed in your polo best!
- PGA’s Charles Schwab Cup Championship – November 9th – 12th – The Phoenix Country Club will again host the Schwab Cup. The pro-am takes place on November 8th and match play starts on the 9th. On Saturday the 11th, there will be a military ceremony in the morning in honor of Veterans Day.
- American Cup Championship Arabian Horse Show – November 10th – 12th – This equestrian event that caters to talented younger riders is back at WestWorld. There will also be a vendor area to shop.
- AZ Barrels, Bottles & Brews – November 18th – Salt River Fields will be hosting over 25 Arizona companies that create craft beers, wine and spirits. Tickets include drink samples and there will be food for purchase as well. Ticket options include VIP, General Admission and Designated Driver.
- Phoenix Home & Garden Home Tour – November 18th – Love touring beautifully designed homes? The Phoenix Home & Garden Tour is a self-guided tour that will feature some of the Valley’s most beautiful homes.
- Pet-A-Palooza – November 18th – 19th – This “Day of the Dog” pet-friendly event is coming back to Scottsdale. Over the course of the two days, take in wiener dog and chihuahua races, and their play on the Running of the Bulls with bulldog and French bulldog races. For the pups, there will be a pool party, a foam party, pet cabanas, photo booth opportunities and more. Here are the various attractions.
- Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of the Temptations – November 14th – 19th – This Tony award-winning musical will be at ASU Gammage Theater for a short run. Follow the lives and rise of The Temptations while hearing their top hits and taking in the amazing choreography.
- 26th Speedway Motors Southwest Nationals – November 17th – 19th – Over 3,000 hot rods, custom cars, muscle cars, trucks and more will be on display all weekend competing for awards. There will also be a dragster exposition and an autocross. The event will feature a Kids’ Zone plus food and beverage options.
- Arizona Boardwalk’s Harvest Festival – November 18th – This free event will run from 10AM to 2PM and will feature pumpkin picking and decoration, arts and crafts, face painting, bounce houses, games and more.
- Phoenix Zoo’s ZooLights – November 22nd – January 14th – Everyone’s favorite, ZooLights, will be back starting at the end of the month. With almost 4 million lights, you are sure to be amazed. This year, they have new wildlife lanterns and an enhanced s’mores station. Want to get in sooner? There is a Wildlights for Wildlife charity event on November 5th and a Cruise ZooLights event on November 6th.
As always, this is a partial list. Please feel free to add any others in the comment section!
Disclaimer: Information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Events subject to cancellation or changes. Some events require paid tickets.
