With the first days of fall just behind us, October brings with it breezes, changing foliage, and a great reason to go outside. Grab your shoes, because we’re going outside on purpose. To get you started, we’ve compiled a list of five great outdoor events going on this October.

Tour de Fat
Saturday, October 1
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tempe Beach Park

Grab your bike and head down to Tempe Beach Park for one of the Valley’s largest cycling events, celebrating its 17th season. The notorious and beloved bike parade starts at 11 a.m., with cyclists suited up in their most creative and unique costumes for a carnival-like procession celebrating bike culture. The fun does not stop there, as the day is filled with vaudeville acts, bike contests, yo-yo performers, musical acts, and much, much more.

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Haunted Date Night At The Scottsdale Stadium
Saturday, October 22
6 to 10 p.m.
Scottsdale Stadium

If spooky is your jam, than this one-of-a-kind date night is for you. Bring your friends or significant other for this 21-and-older scare through a haunted Scottsdale Stadium. Entry to the event is free and includes a costume contest with categories including most creative and scariest. There will be an assortment of food trucks along with wine and beer options. The night will end with a movie on the field.