The Valley may have to contend with triple-digit weather well into October, but does this stop local restaurants, event venues and resorts from celebrating fall events in Phoenix? Never! If anyone knows how to dial up festive fun, it’s the good people of the Metro. 

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Fall events in Phoenix (and surrounding Metro cities)

Take a look at our BOSW round-up of autumn goodness from Phoenix to Mesa (and everywhere in between). 

Bender Performing Arts family fall festival

The popular Phoenix dance studio is doing more than sashaying its way through fall. On Oct. 19, all are welcome to enjoy games, crafts, food vendors, a giant slide, an inflatable obstacle course, a cake walk, trunk-or-treating and more at this free event. 

Details:

• It’s FREE
• Address: 3141 E Beardsley Rd., STE 110, Phoenix
• Saturday, Oct. 19
• 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
• Reserve complimentary tickets here

Butterfly Wonderland’s Bugfest

This year’s fun, free and educational Bugfest community event celebrates bugs and Halloween — attendees are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite insect. Visitors can participate in cockroach races, a Bug Zoo Station featuring an array of fascinating bugs, children’s craft activities, photo ops while holding a Madagascar Hissing Cockroach at the “Hissing Booth” and edible insect tastings! 

Details:

• It’s FREE
• Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale
• AZ Boardwalk Courtyard
• Sunday, Oct. 27
• 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Desert Ridge Marketplace

Pumpkin Patch

You simply can’t have a roundup of fall events in Phoenix without a pumpkin patch, and Desert Ridge Marketplace is the place for picking. The 6^th annual Pumpkin Patch is filled to the brim with the season’s favorite gourds (while supplies last). Guests can snap Insta-worthy shots in front of the themed backdrop, paint a pumpkin, enjoy giveaways and more. 

Details:

• Entrance is FREE, prices for pumpkins vary based on their weight 
• Address: 21001 N Tatum Blvd., Phoenix (AMC lawn)
• Wednesday, Oct. 16 – Sunday, Oct. 27
• Monday – Friday 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
• Saturday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
• Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Creepy Candy Crawl

All ghosts, goblins and ghouls are summoned to Desert Ridge Marketplace’s annual Creepy Candy Crawl. Children and families are invited to trick- or-treat from store to store and dress to impress at the annual costume contest, while also enjoying live entertainment, dancing, games, giveaways and more. 

Details:

• It’s FREE
• Address: 21001 N Tatum Blvd., Phoenix 
• Thursday, Oct. 17
• 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Dia de los Muertos celebration Mountain View Funeral Home & Cemetery  

Hosting its third Dia de los Muertos celebration on Saturday, Nov. 2, Mountain View Funeral Home & Cemetery honors one of the most celebrated autumnal occasions with more than 30 altars decorated to honor loved ones who have passed, food trucks, drinks, festival dancers community vendors and more! 

Details:

• It’s FREE 
• Address: 7900 E Main St., Mesa 
• Saturday, Nov. 2
• 4 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. 

Hallo-Wine Night at the Museum of Illusions

This fun-filled event for ages 21-plus, offers private access to the museum and all exhibits, a DJ, Halloween treats, two glasses of wine courtesy of The Wine Collective and a charcuterie cup featuring an all-new pumpkin spice chocolate treat from Carolina’s Chocolate. 

Details:

• $39.95 per ticket
• Address: 9500 E Via de Ventura Scottsdale
• Thursday, Oct. 24
• 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
• Purchase tickets here

Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia 

Yappy Hour Howl’Oween Party! 

Furry friends are invited for a howling good time at the resort’s tail-wagging celebration with cocktails and savory small bites for humans and a paw-some costume contest for fidos (including prizes). Plus, costume contest winners will receive tickets to a Halloween Masquerade Party, a spa treatment at Joya Spa or a romantic dinner for two at Prado. 

Details:

• Contact the property for pricing
• Address: 4949 E Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale
• Thursday, Oct. 17
• 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
• RSVP here

Halloween Masquerade

On Halloween night the Montelucia transforms into Hauntelucia with an unforgettable Halloween Masquerade. Ball attendees are treated to champagne and delectable small bites — immersed in an evening of enchanting music, dazzling performances and captivating dancing. The most elegant costume of the night will win an indulgent prize package, including a two-night stay in a luxurious Grand Mountain View Suite, a signature massage for two at Joya Spa and an exquisite dinner for two at Prado.

Details:

• Prices vary
• Address: Address: 4949 E Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale
• Thursday, Oct. 31
• 7 p.m. – 12 a.m.
• Purchase tickets here

Pine Ridge Marketplace Prowl Trick-or-Treat

Prescott’s Pine Ridge Prowl Trick-or-Treat kicks off Saturday, Oct. 26 with festive activities and treats that capture the magic of spooky season with trick-or-treating, trunk-or-treating, concessions, a corn maze, spooktacular photo wall and more.

Details:

• It’s FREE
• Address: 3250 Gateway Blvd., Prescott
• Saturday, Oct. 26
• 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Stemistry’s pumpkin bouquet-making event

The Valley’s premier flower and coffee shop invites guests to make their own pumpkin spice in the form of a flower bouquet. A flower expert is on hand to teach participants how to make an autumnal arrangement, with an abundance of fall-colored flowers, leaves, pumpkins and other festive accessories to create a masterpiece.

Details:

• $60 per/person
• Address: 6601 E McDowell Rd., Scottsdale
• Friday, Oct. 18
• 7 p.m. (Limit 20 participants total for the class)
• Register here 

Scottsdale Quarter Boo & Brew

Scottsdale Quarter’s Boo & Brew event returns with an afternoon of free, family-friendly activities for all ages — including furry friends. From a pumpkin patch, face painting and seasonal crafts to live music and local brews, there is something for everyone to enjoy. 

Details:

• FREE
• Address: 15191 N Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
• Saturday, Oct. 26
• 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
• Dogs are invited

Wigwam Fall Wine Dinner Series

As part of The Wigwam’s ever-popular wine dinner series, the resort will celebrate fall with a monthly pairing dinner — PlumpJack & CADE Estate Winery — featuring a seasonal five-course menu, each curated by The Wigwam’s talented chefs and presented with a selection of the featured winery’s most popular offerings.

Details:

• $185
• 300 E Wigwam Blvd, Litchfield Park
• Kiva Room at The Wigwam
• Thursday, Nov. 7
• Schedule your time spot here

Stay tuned for more festive BOSW fall events in Phoenix and Southwest region roundups and news!