Seven Fall Festivals in Phoenix

October means a calendar full of festivals that celebrate the arts and culture of the Valley, as well as the (hopefully) cooler breeze.Take a look at our list to ensure you don't miss any Phoenix favorites:Herberger Theater Festival of the ArtsOctober 1 Where: Herberger Theater Center in downtown Phoenix.Price: $5 for...

By Jorge Salazar

September 28, 2011

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October means a calendar full of festivals that celebrate the arts and culture of the Valley, as well as the (hopefully) cooler breeze.

Take a look at our list to ensure you don't miss any Phoenix favorites:

Herberger Theater Festival of the Arts

October 1

Where: Herberger Theater Center in downtown Phoenix.

Price: $5 for adults. Children 12 and under admitted free.

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2. Rainbows Festival

October 1-2

Where: The event is located in historic Heritage Square Park in downtown Phoenix.

Price: Free admission.

Why go: It's one of the largest LGBT events in Arizona, over 25,000 people are expected to attend and it's sure to be a host of colorful characters.

3. Phoenix Greek Festival

October 7-9

Where: Speros Community Center.

Price: $2 for adults, children 12 and younger free.

Why go: Get out of Phoenix for a day (at least in your mind) and enjoy an authentic Greek experience. The festival will include Greek food, beer, and wine, as well as jewelry, music, and novelty items.

4. Tempe Oktoberfest

October 7-9

Where: Tempe Town Lake.

Price: Free admission.

Why go: Is that even a question? Beer and wine gardens, German food and a variety of entertainment options (dance until your feet quit on the non-top polka Polka Stage or listen to a variety of bands) make this an event you shouldn't miss.

5. Grand Avenue Festival

October 22

Where: The Lower Grand Avenue arts and small business district.

Price: Historical tours provided by ReDapt Commercial Building Tours between 3 and 7 pm are $10 in advance.

Why go: The festival celebrates everything we love about downtown Phoenix: culture, art, and history.

6. Arab American Festival

October 22-23

Where: Indian Steel Park (Central & Indian School Rd)

Price: Free.

Why go: Explore the culture and history of the world's oldest civilization. There will be music, arts, and culture, and some droolworthy Middle Eastern food.

7. Dia de los Muertos Festival

29-30

Where: Mesa Arts Center

Price: Free.

Why go: Day of the Dead is the hispanic celebration of death. Celebrate by enjoying live music, traditional food and art, as well as a community altar set up to honor the dead.

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