OCTOBER 2024 10 Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships at WestWorld.  Monster Jam 7 p.m. at State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale. Heated rivalries, high-flying stunts and head-to-head battles happen at Monster Jam. This afternoon’s event will also debut four Marvel Monster Jam trucks: The Amazing Spider-Man, Iron Man, Black Panther and Thor will face off against fan favorites in freestyle, skills and racing competitions. Don’t forget the pit party, where attendees can meet the drivers and see trucks up close. Tickets start at $25. monsterjam.com Phoenix Children’s 5K 7:30 a.m. at Salt River Fields, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. This 3.1-mile event invites friends and families to join in running, jogging and walking to support life changing causes and FUNdraise for Phoenix Children’s Hospital. There will also be a kid’s dash for the youngsters. All proceeds and donations will help PCH provide care to patients. Registration is $60 for adults, $15 for kids. phoenixchildrens5k.raisely.com Mariachi and Folklorico Festival 7 p.m. at the Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave. This concert is back for its 25th anniversary, and will have guests out of their seats and dancing to the music of Pepe Martinez, Jr. and Miguel Barron Gigio from Mariachi Vargas, Steve Carrillo of Mariachi Cobre, Juan Rodriguez from Mariachi Los Comperos, and Leyendas del Mariachi. Tickets start at $48, with VIP including a reception, tequila tasting and meet-and-greet for $88. chandlercenter.org Flagstaff Oktoberfest 10 a.m.-9 p.m. at Wheeler Park, 212 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff. If you’re looking for a festival with potentially cooler temperatures, head to Flagstaff’s annual Oktoberfest. There will be costumes, live polka music, dancing, pretzels, bratwurst, eating and stein-holding contests, and plenty of brews. Tickets are $10 for adults, and 12 and under get in free. flagstaffoktoberfest.com  Ghosts and Gunslingers of the Wild West 7 p.m. starting at 6th St. and E. Allen St., Tombstone. Perfect for history buffs and fans of the supernatural, this immersive experience takes guests deep into the heart of Tombstone. Local experts will guide explorers to the most haunted spots in town, where notorious outlaws, lawmen, and fateful gunfights left their mark on history. Tickets start at $25. tombstoneterrors.com   Prescott Plein Air Art Festival Time and locations vary. This annual festival showcases 19 artists who will paint at various locations around Prescott while attendees witness and interact. There will be pre-festival workshops and sales at Yavapai College Gallery, artist demos, and a post- exhibit ticketed reception and art sale at the college’s Performing Arts Center and the Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. highlandscenter.org   Route 66 Fest 2 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday at Lewis Kingman Park, 2201 E. Andy Devine Ave., Kingman. The fourth annual Route 66 celebrates all things – you guessed it – Route 66. Families and friends of all ages can check out live music, The Queen of the Mother Road pin up contest, a road sign graffiti contest, food and art vendors, a classic car show and activity zones with inflatables and train rides. This event is free. 66fest.com  Monster Mash and Dash 7:30 a.m. starting at Tortoise & Hare Sports 17570 N. 75th Ave., Glendale. It’s a Halloween-themed ‘marathon’! Grab your team, dress in your costume and get ready to run through the haunted course. There will also be games and activities, and no October event is complete without lots of treats. Proceeds from the event will go toward Maggie’s Place. Registration is $25 per person. tortoiseandharesports.com   Bikers for Boobies 10 a.m., starting at J&P Cycles, 8606 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. Arizona-based charity Bikers for Boobies will hold its 15th and final annual motorcycle event for breast cancer awareness. Guests will find live music, raffle prizes, a silent auction, vendors and food for purchase. Then, hop on your bike to end the night with an outdoor party at Roadrunner Restaurant & Saloon. Registration is $30 per person; this is a 21+ event. bikers4boobiesaz.org     Desert Foothills Book Festival 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at The Holland Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale. This festival is for book lovers of all ages. Guests will have the opportunity to meet over 70 published authors – fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, romance – you name it, it’ll be here. There will also be door prizes and a raffle. This event is free, but donations are welcome. desertfoothillsbookfestival.com   With One Voice Breakfast 7:30 a.m. at The Farm at South Mountain, 6106 S. 32nd St., Phoenix. Hosted by A New Leaf, this event raises awareness and support for survivors of domestic violence. Guests are treated to breakfast while participating in a hands-on activity and also hearing from keynote speaker and bestselling author Leslie Morgan Steiner. Attendance is free, but registration is required and donations are welcome. turnanewleaf.org   Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships 10 a.m. at WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. The most attended polo event in the country is back with all new added events: a night polo game, more VIP ticket options including a Dinner Under the Stars upgrade, live music and performances, human and canine fashion shows, a car show, DJs, food and an all-around good time. General admission starts at $45. thepoloparty.com     Fine Art and Wine Festival 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Kierland Commons, 15205 N. Kierland Blvd., Scottsdale. Main Street will have the vino flowing at this second annual event. Guests will find over 150 world-class artists showcasing their wares in an outdoor gallery, plus 16 of the region’s best wineries pouring more than 150 wines, and live entertainment. Wine-tasting tickets, which include a commemorative glass, are available for $30- $35. Admission is free. kierlandcommons.com   Halloween Town 4 p.m. at 2209 N. 99th Ave., Phoenix or 4500 E. Orchid Lane, Gilbert. Halloween Town will offer an array of activities for all ages this Hallows Eve, from carnival rides and games, a hay maze, kid’s activities, face- painting, a pick-your-own pumpkin patch and plenty of spots for photo ops! Tickets are $7 per person. halloweentownaz.com

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