Amazing Arizona Autumn Activities

As the temperatures drop, the number of events in the Metro Phoenix and Tucson areas explodes. The amazing weather brings everyone outside and tourists come pouring into the state for the many festivals and events.

What are the most anticipated upcoming events this fall? Check out our top list! And learn about how easy it is to book safe & convenient transportation to get to all of them.


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Dia de los Muertos Festival

October 22–23, 2022 | From: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Mesa Arts Center, 1 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201

Price: Free

Mesa Arts Center is pleased to celebrate Día de los Muertos with an annual event created in collaboration with the community. Día de los Muertos is a celebration of Latin American art and culture related to the Mexican holiday, Day of the Dead. The annual free event offers a variety of features, performances, and more in celebration of the memories of the deceased.

Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships

November 5, 2022 | 9:45 AM – 6 PM

WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale

Price: Starts at $40

Enjoy fashion, food and drink, live performances, exotic car displays, and of course, polo at an event that The Captain of the Wales Polo Team calls “the best polo event in the world.” Buy Tickets >>

Arizona Fall Fest

November 5, 2022 | 10 AM – 4 PM

Margaret T. Hance Park, 67 W. Culver St., Phoenix

Price: Free

The 2022 Arizona Fall Fest celebrates all things local to Arizona with a free, family-friendly event featuring over 200 local vendors, local restaurants and food trucks, Kid Zone, Sports Zone, live local entertainment, a Hensley Beverage Garden, and more.

The 33rd Annual All Souls Procession

November 6, 2022 | 4–11 PM

Downtown Tucson, 267 Avenida Del Convento, Tucson, AZ 85745

Price: Free

Join the huge procession and colorful celebration, together with tens of thousands, who have come to remember the dead. People of all cultures gather to remember those who have passed away. Over 150,000 participants usually wear costumes, paint their faces, carry candles, and honor the dead during the 3-km long procession through the city streets. The commemorative event features lots of installations, various performers, and a large number of decorated altars. You can also find here various food trucks and restaurants’ special creative dishes.

Tucson Celtic Festival & Scottish Highland Game

November 46, 2022 | Friday: 5 PM – 10 PM; Saturday 8 AM – 10 PM.; Sunday: 8 AM – 5 PM

Rillito Regional Park, 4502 N. First Ave., Tucson, AZ 85704

Price: Depends on Day/Concert

The three-day festival will feature Celtic, Irish, and Scottish music; Irish and Highland dancing; Scottish athletics; bagpipe bands; foods; beers; whiskies; fine crafts for sale; kids’ activities; and more.

Crowd-pleasing Celtic bands scheduled are Tempest, Celtic Nova Traveler, Out of Kilters, and the Noble McCoy Band. Plus, Circus Farm will perform fire dancing.

Vailfest

November 12, 2022 | 9 AM – 4 PM

Pima County Fairgrounds, 11300 S Houghton Rd, Tucson, AZ 85747

The Greater Vail Area Chamber of Commerce celebrates a 13-year milestone with a festival that promises to be bigger, better, and more fun than ever before, at the Pima County Fairgrounds.  Come out and participate in go-kart races, petting zoo, horseback riding, corn hole & horseshoe tournaments, and so much more!  Food will be provided by a well-rounded assortment of local food trucks that are anxious to present their culinary prowess to the crowds.   

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