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    Metro Phoenix is ​​the perfect place this weekend for an action-packed lineup.

    From rodeos to elaborate outdoor art exhibits to vibrant fall festivals, welcome fall with live music, family fun, and seasonal treats.

    For those looking for an immersive experience, dazzling light shows in Scottsdale and Phoenix will light up the night, and NASCAR fans can enjoy the high-speed excitement of racing. Whether you’re looking for adrenaline-pumping adventures, cozy fall vibes, or delicious bites from local produce vendors, there’s something for everyone this weekend in the Valley.

    For more events around the Phoenix metro area, check out our fall events And food festivals for 2024.

    Festivals in Phoenix this weekend

    Tianyu Light Festival 2024

    Tianyu Light Festival An outdoor light show will transform Camelback Ranch in Phoenix into a magnificent illuminated wonderland. This tour experience includes more than 40 breathtaking lanterns made from metal, silk and LED lights. The festival is divided into four themed zones: Illuminated Forest, Fairy Tale Wonderland, Panda Land and Ocean World. Scenes include a color-changing butterfly tree, interactive panda sculptures and a 100-foot-long shark tunnel. There is also a food court and a market with handmade artwork.

    Details: 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday until January 5. Camelback Ranch-Glendale, 10710 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix. From $25, $18 for ages 3 to 11, free for ages 2 and under. tianyuculture.us.

    Hondo Rodeo Festival

    THE Hondo Rodeo and Music Festival features a dynamic mix of rodeo excitement and live music. There will be three days of rodeo events featuring top riders as well as performances from the Zac Brown Band, Brooks & Dunn and Hank Williams Jr.

    Details: 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Thursday-Saturday November 7-9. Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix. $40. thehondorododeofest.com.

    Charles Schwab Cup Championship

    The 2024 Charles Schwab Cup Championship will feature top senior golfers competing for the title of MVP of the season. Check the website for player and ticket information.

    Details: 9:30 a.m. Thursday to Sunday November 7-10. Phoenix Country Club, 2901 N. Seventh St., Phoenix. phoenixcountryclub.com.

    Channel Convergence 2024

    Channel Convergence is a vast exterior art event along the Scottsdale waterfront. This year’s theme is ‘Reflections’ and the event will take place over 10 nights and offer a wide range of activities. Large-scale interactive art installations from international artists include “Molecules” by The Urban Conga, which responds to ambient sounds. Other highlights include live music and dance performances, creative workshops, educational tours, a mini film festival and a beer and wine garden.

    Details: November 8-17. Along the Scottsdale waterfront, 7135 E. Camelback Road. Free. scottsdalearts.org.

    Downtown Mesa BBQ Classic

    Sanctioned through the Barbeque Championship Series, this is the second annual Downtown Mesa Barbecue Classic. For two days, guests can watch regional pitmasters compete in showdowns, sample a variety of barbecue flavors and listen to live music.

    Details: 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, November 8; from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, November 9. Downtown Mesa, corner of Main Street and McDonald’s. Free to attend, with tasting tickets available for purchase. Downtownmesa.com/events/2024-bbq-classic.

    Arizona Bee Festival

    Sponsored by Paradise Valley Community College, this event features all things bees with free lectures, music and lots of food. Get free bagels when you attend the first lecture of the day. There will be mead-making classes, children’s book authors and more than 20 food vendors, including Absolutely Delightful Honey, Desert Queen Honey and Lexa’s Bake Shop.

    Details: From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, November 9. Paradise Valley Community College, 18401 N. 32nd St., Phoenix. Free. azhoneybeefest.org.

    Arizona Fall Festival 2024

    The 18th annual Local First Arizona Fall Fest celebrates local Arizona culture with more than 200 local businesses, a diverse selection of food from top restaurants and a beverage garden featuring local wines, beers and spirits. Enjoy live entertainment and participate in a silent auction offering over 100 unique local gifts and experiences.

    Details: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday November 9. Margaret T. Hance Park. 67 W. Culver St., Phoenix. Free. localfirstaz.com.

    South West Belgium Beer Festival

    Belgians aren’t just good with chocolate; they excel at making beer. Phoenicians can now taste up to 60 Belgian and Belgian-inspired beers from over 30 breweries at this 21-and-over event. In addition to a variety of beers, guests can experience tastings, seminars, food, music and brewer tours.

    Details: From noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, November 9. Jackson Events, 245 E. Jackson St., Phoenix. $60 (presale) or $75 (same day) for general admission, $90 (presale) or $105 (day of event) for VIP and $20 for designated drivers. southwestbelgianbeerfest.com.

    NASCAR Cup Series Championship

    The NASCAR Cup Series championship returns to Phoenix for its final race of the season. This event brings together the best drivers who qualified from the season’s playoffs to compete for the title.

    Details: 1 p.m. Sunday, November 10. Phoenix Raceway, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Drive, Avondale. $141. phoenixraceway.com.

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