PHOENIX — The weekend is here! Check out these fun events happening around the Valley from October 23-25.
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Ballet Arizona’s Romeo & Juliet With live music by The Phoenix Symphony
When: Friday-Sunday
Where: Symphony Hall, Phoenix
Cost: Tickets start at $58
From youthful romance to devastating loss, Ballet Arizona brings the timeless story of Romeo & Juliet to Symphony Hall, October 22–25. Featuring Ib Andersen’s celebrated choreography, Prokofiev’s iconic score performed live by The Phoenix Symphony, and breathtaking artistry, Romeo & Juliet is a powerful story of passion, conflict, and fate. Don’t miss this beloved ballet brought to life on stage by Ballet Arizona.
Ballet Arizona
Friday, October 23
When: Friday-Sunday, gates open at noon | Runs through November 1
Where: Arizona State Fairgrounds, Phoenix
Cost: $20 admission
The Arizona State Fair continues with thrilling rides, fair food, games, exhibits and live entertainment. Enjoy one of Arizona’s biggest fall traditions before it wraps up November 1.
Arizona State Fair | Brianda Martinez
Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival
When: Friday-Sunday, 5-9 p.m.
Where: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Scottsdale
Cost: Ticket prices vary
Get ready for a glowing Halloween celebration featuring more than 20 hot air balloons, trick-or-treating, thousands of pounds of candy, inflatable attractions and family-friendly fun.
Spooktacular Hot Air Balloon Festival
When: Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Mesa Amphitheatre, Mesa
Cost: Click here for ticket information
Rising country music star Tucker Wetmore takes the stage at Mesa Amphitheatre, bringing his country hits to the East Valley.
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Tucker Wetmore performs “Brunette” during the 61st annual Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
When: Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Where: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix
Cost: Tickets start around $200
Virtual band Gorillaz brings its genre-blending sound and animated world to downtown Phoenix for a night of live music.
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Damon Albarn, of Gorillaz, performs on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, at the Shaky Knees Music Festival in Piedmont Park in Atlanta. (Photo by Paul R. Giunta/Invision/AP)
When: Friday-Sunday
Where: Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix
Cost: $35 admission
Celebrate Halloween surrounded by the desert landscape with spooky surprises, live music, a pumpkin patch and family-friendly activities.
Desert Botanical Garden
Figure 8 Races at the Arizona State Fair
When: Friday-Sunday at 7 p.m.
Where: Grandstand Arena at Arizona State Fairgrounds, Phoenix
Cost: Free with fair admission
Get ready for high-speed action as drivers navigate a figure-eight racetrack, bringing plenty of close calls and excitement to the Arizona State Fair.
Arizona State Fair
Saturday, October 24
Mesa Día de los Muertos Festival
When: Saturday, 12 p.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 12 p.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Mesa Arts Center, Mesa
Cost: Free admission
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with traditional music, colorful artwork, cultural performances and activities honoring loved ones who have died.
City of Mesa
College Football: Kansas State vs. Arizona State
When: Saturday at 12:45 p.m.
Where: Mountain America Stadium, Tempe
Cost: Tickets start around $70
The Arizona State Sun Devils return to Mountain America Stadium to take on Kansas State in a Big 12 showdown. Fans are encouraged to wear black for the team’s Blackout Game.
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Arizona State quarterback Mikey Keene (12) looks to throw a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Texas Tech, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, in Lubbock, Texas. (AP Photo/Annie Rice)
Scottsdale Día de los Muertos Fiestas
When: Saturday, 1-10 p.m.
Where: Scottsdale Civic Center, Scottsdale
Cost: Free admission
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with live music, art, cultural displays, a Catrina fashion show and a special performance by Grammy-nominated artist Lupita Infante.
Scottsdale Día de los Muertos Fiestas
When: Saturday, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Paseo Highlands Park, Phoenix
Cost: Free admission
Celebrate Halloween with family-friendly activities, costume contests, candy, inflatable attractions and live entertainment.
BooFest City of Phoenix
When: Saturday, 6-8:30 p.m.
Where: Paradise Valley Community Center, Phoenix
Cost: Free admission
Families can enjoy a Halloween celebration featuring candy, inflatables, games and activities for children.
Public Enemy at the Arizona State Fair
When: Saturday at 7 p.m.
Where: Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Phoenix
Cost: Tickets start around $30 | Concert ticket includes fair admission
Legendary hip-hop group Public Enemy takes over the Arizona State Fair’s Coliseum Concert Series, bringing decades of influential music to the stage.
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Chuck D, left, and Flavor Flav from Public Enemy perform during night two of Music America: The Songs that Shaped Us on Friday, June 5, 2026, at OceanFirst Bank Center at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, N.J. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP)
Golden State Warriors vs. Phoenix Suns
When: Saturday at 7 p.m.
Where: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix
Cost: Tickets start around $90
The Phoenix Suns return to the court for their home opener, taking on Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors in downtown Phoenix.
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Phoenix Suns forward Miles Bridges, left, passes the ball against Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen during a preseason NBA basketball game, Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Lexington SC vs. Phoenix Rising FC
When: Saturday at 7 p.m.
Where: Phoenix Rising Stadium, Phoenix
Cost: $18 general admission bleacher
Phoenix Rising FC wraps up its regular season against Lexington SC with a special fan appreciation celebration. The night includes activities, fan recognition and an exclusive T-shirt giveaway.
When: Saturday at 8 p.m.
Where: Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale
Cost: Ticket prices vary
Regional Mexican music legends Los Tigres del Norte bring their iconic hits and storytelling to Glendale for a night of live entertainment.
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Mexican Los Tigres del Norte band Hernan Hernandez, left, and Jorge Hernandez, right, performs during the Arre Music Festival in Mexico City, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Ginnette Riquelme)
Sunday, October 25
Denver Broncos vs. Arizona Cardinals
When: Sunday at 1:05 p.m.
Where: State Farm Stadium, Glendale
Cost: Tickets start around $117
The Arizona Cardinals return home to State Farm Stadium to take on the Denver Broncos in an NFL matchup. Fans can cheer on the Cardinals as they battle Denver in Glendale.
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Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) passes against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
When: Sunday at 8 p.m.
Where: Arizona Financial Theatre, Phoenix
Cost: Click here for ticket information
Singer-songwriter Malcolm Todd brings his blend of indie pop, alternative R&B and soulful sounds to downtown Phoenix.
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