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By Haley Hoekstra • August 28, 2025
As the seasons change, the DTPHX events calendar fills with festivals, cultural celebrations, and seasonal favorites that unite our community.
Downtown Phoenix is gearing up for the most magical time of the year with an exciting lineup of events this fall and winter season, with the return of longtime local favorites and the arrival of new celebrations.
Downtown Phoenix Inc. (DPI) is dedicated to producing and sponsoring family-friendly, budget-friendly, art-centric, multicultural, and inclusive events that activate street-level businesses and public spaces.
We appreciate your support and participation in making Downtown Phoenix the best place to work, live, and play.
Here’s a first look at the events coming to DTPHX this fall and winter that are produced, co-produced, or sponsored by DPI:
The Classics is an annual blockbuster film series presented by the Friends of the Orpheum Theatre. All proceeds benefit the historic Orpheum Theatre.
The Classics Film Series
Lights, camera… classics! Downtown’s favorite annual film series, “The Classics,” will return to the silver screen at the historic Orpheum Theatre this fall. This season’s lineup is packed with quintessential features playing in one of the oldest buildings in the city.
Details: September 2 to December 23 at the Orpheum Theatre @ 203 W. Adams St. To purchase tickets and for more information, visit pccticketing.com
El Grito
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day and kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with a day full of live music, dancing, arts and crafts, Baile folklórico, food, and more community-centric fun.
Details: September 13, from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Adams St. from 2nd Ave. To 4th Ave. Free to attend. For more information, visit elgritophoenix.com
Mid-game outtakes from DTPHX Lotería 2024 in The Grotto at Arizona Center. (Photo Credit: Zee Peralta)
DTPHX Lotería
Keep the Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations going by playing the traditional game of Lotería with the DTPHX community. This signature event will feature a lively evening with music, local cuisine, shopping, entertainment, and more family-friendly festivities.
Details: September 18 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Renaissance Square Plaza @ 40 N. Central Ave. Free to play. For more information, visit dtphx.org/loteria
The DPI staff visited the Thelda Williams Paw-Pup Park this spring for a fun ‘dog day’ outing in the city.
Pawlooza Community Event
Start your morning dog walk off at this casual neighborhood event where people and pups can come together to connect and celebrate the City of Phoenix’s recent waste collection milestone. Swing by for friendly conversations and pup-approved giveaways like commemorative dog bandanas, collapsible water bowls, pet-sized flashlights, and more as we honor a cleaner, greener city together.
Details: September 19 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Thelda Williams Paw Pup Park @ 200 W. Jefferson St. Free to attend. For more information about Phoenix Water Services, visit waterworks.phoenix.gov
Movie in the Park Series
Movie in the Park is making it’s series debut in Downtown Phoenix this fall. Grab your blankets and favorite people for a free screening of La La Land and The Nightmare Before Christmas under the stars.
Details: La La Land – September 26 & The Nightmare Before Christmas – October 24 at 7:00 p.m. in Patriots Square at CityScape @ 11 W. Washington St. Free to attend.
Outtakes during a neighborhood clean-up in the Evans Churchill neighborhood. Join The Flock to be connected to a hub of volunteer opportunities in the Downtown area. (Photo Credit: Zee Peralta)
DTPHX The Flock RoRo Neighborhood Clean-Up
DPI and Lovebite Dumplings are teaming up to bring the community together for a RoRo Community Clean-Up, inviting neighbors to join in beautifying Roosevelt Row.
Details: October 4 at 8:00 a.m. + 10:00 a.m. at 918 N. 2nd St. Free to join. For more information, visit dtphx.org/theflock
Greenwood Brewing Oktoberfest & 5-Year Anniversary Block Party – Beer, Bands & Bites on 5th Street! $15 Stein + $5.55 Fills All Weekend.
Oktoberfest Block Party
Join a celebration like no other — Greenwood Brewing’s Five-Year Anniversary and First-Ever Oktoberfest Block Party! They’re shutting down 5th Street for a full day of beer, bites, and community fun.
Details: October 11 from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Greenwood Brewing @ 922 N. 5th St. Click here to purchase tickets and learn more.
The Flock gathered for a group photo after a successful neighborhood clean-up in the historic Grand Avenue neighborhood. Join The Flock to be connected to a hub of volunteer opportunities in the Downtown area.
DTPHX The Flock Historic Grand Avenue Neighborhood Clean-Up
Join The Flock in cleaning up Historic Grand Avenue in preparation for the upcoming Grand Ave. Festival. This is a great opportunity to volunteer with your fellow Downtown community members.
Details: October 18 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in Historic Grand Avenue. Free to join. For more information, visit dtphx.org/theflock
Noche en Blanco is a multicultural community picnic dinner in celebration of Hance Park, produced in partnership with the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department. (Photo Credit: Hance Park Conservancy)
Noche en Blanco
The 10th annual Noche en Blanco will transform Hance Park into an idyllic, starlit setting for an elegant picnic and live entertainment under the night sky. Guests are invited to embody the theme by dressing in all white.
Details: October 25 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Hance Park – East @ 1202 N. 3rd St. To purchase tickets, visit hanceparkphx.org/noche-en-blanco
Hallows Eve in DTPHX
Celebrate spooky season in the city! This all-ages event features festive activations throughout the core, kicking off with trick-or-treating family fun at the Arizona Center. Adults can also join in on the fun too by following a ‘boo’zy trick-or-treat map listing spooky specials around the city. Later on, head back for yard games, photo ops, seasonal bites and beverage booths, crafts, and costume contests.
Details: October 30 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Kicking off at Arizona Center @ 455 N. 3rd St. Free to attend. For more information, visit dtphx.org/hallowseve
Hondo Rodeo
Giddy up, DTPHX! Hondo Rodeo is bringing the best of the west to the heart of the city with three days of world-class rodeo competitions and nightly country music concerts by top performers, including Nickelback, Jason Aldean, and more.
Details: November 7 – 9 from 12:00 p.m. to midnight at Chase Field @ 401 E. Jefferson St. The street festival is free to attend. To purchase rodeo + concert tickets, visit thehondorodeofest.com
The annual Grand Ave. Fest celebrates the vibrant arts, culture, and businesses on one of the most colorful and creative street in town, Grand Avenue. (Photo Credit: Zee Peralta)
Grand Ave. Festival
Powered by the incredibly cool people who live and work on Historic Grand Avenue, this unforgettable free community event showcases the work of local artists, performers, and vendors. DPI is proud to be the presenting sponsor of this event.
Details: November 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Historic Grand Avenue. Free to attend. For more information, visit grandavefestivalphx.com
The Local First Fall Fest brings together the community to meet local makers and explore goods from more than 200 of Arizona’s most creative entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Local First Arizona Fall Fest
The biggest certified local event in the state showcases how impactful — and fun — supporting local can be. This free, family-friendly festival features over 200 local vendors, offering handmade goods, art, apparel, jewelry, and more local goodies.
Details: November 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Hance Park @ 67 W. Culver St. Free to attend. For more information, visit localfirstaz.com/fall-fest
It’s always a good day when pizza is involved. Phoenix Pizza Festival 2024 at Hance Park brought the local community together to celebrate a shared love for pizza in the park. (Photo Credit: Zee Peralta)
Phoenix Pizza Festival
Calling all pizza lovers! The 10th annual Phoenix Pizza Fest will feature savory creations from local pizza makers, along with band performances, lawn games, alcoholic beverages, desserts, local market vendors, kids’ activities, and more.
Details: November 15 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and November 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Hance Park – East @ 1202 N. 3rd St. To purchase tickets, visit phoenix.pizza
Herberger Theater Festival of the Arts
Enjoy performances of the arts in a series of fully staged productions that will unite artists and audiences. Herberger’s Festival of the Arts provides a magical day of live show experiences for the community.
Details: November 15 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Herberger Theater Center @ 222 E. Monroe St. Free to attend. For more information, visit herbergertheater.org/festival-of-the-arts
Copper State Whiskey Fest
Whiskey lovers unite! The 2nd Annual Copper State Whiskey Fest is coming to the city for an intimate evening featuring exclusive whiskeys from around the world, cuisine from local food trucks, live music, and more.
Details: November 15 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Heritage Square Park @ 113 N. 6th St. To purchase tickets, visit copperstatewhiskeyfest.com
One of the coziest events of the season – PJs in the Park 2024 featured a showing of The Polar Express in Patriots Square at CityScape. (Photo Credit: Zee Peralta)
PJs in the Park
Put on your coziest pair of pajamas and enjoy a holiday movie screening under the stars. Bring your best smiles and a camera to capture a photo with Santa and enjoy delicious hot cocoa and snacks for purchase.
Details: November 29 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Patriots Square at CityScape @ 11 W. Washington St. Free to attend. For more information, visit dtphx.org/pjs
The Golden Grannies kicked off Winter Wanderland 2024 with a fabulous dance performance in Patriots Square at CityScape. (Photo Credit: Zee Peralta)
Winter Wanderland
Watch Downtown Phoenix transform into a holiday storybook setting for the most wonderful time of the year. This year, we’re extending the Winter Wanderland festivities throughout the holiday season, leading to the final celebration on December 20. From PJs in the Park on November 29 onward, you can experience one-of-a-kind holiday performances at multiple locations throughout the walkable Downtown core. Stay tuned so you don’t miss your chance to check off your Winter Wanderland bingo card (coming soon!)
Details: December 20 at various locations in the Downtown Phoenix core. Free to attend. For more information, visit dtphx.org/wanderland
Don’t miss grabbing a photo with Phoestivus’ infamous mascot, Phreddie, while shopping the holiday market.
Phoestivus
The 16th annual Phoestivus celebration returns to DTPHX — this time with a NEW location at the Arizona Center, just a few blocks away from its original spot at the Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market. Celebrate the season with a magical day full of holiday shopping and revelry at this festive market, featuring hand-crafted gifts from local artisans, makers, producers, and more.
Details: December 12 at Arizona Center @ 455 N. 3rd St. Free to attend. For more information, visit phoestivus.com
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