Experience Scottsdale - (Page 32) CALENDAR OF EVENTS Fountain Hills Festival of Arts and Crafts Nov. 9-11, 2007 / Nov. 2008 dates TBD Fountain Hills – This three-day juried show, held on the Avenue of the Fountains, features 500 artists, attracts an estimated 170,000 visitors and offers food booths, musicians and a beer garden. Ticket Prices: Free. 480-837-1654 Via Colori “Path of Color” Nov. 10, 2007 / Nov. 2008 date TBD Scottsdale Waterfront – Hundreds of artists will come together to celebrate the first annual Via Colori event by creating scores of large-scale masterpieces in chalk, directly on the pavement of the beautiful Waterfront development in downtown Scottsdale. Ticket Prices: Free. 480-874-4667 Chiles & Chocolate Festival Nov. 10-11, 2007 / Nov. 2008 dates TBD Desert Botanical Garden (Phoenix) – Alluring aromas and flavors will fill the air during this tasty culinary festival. See hot and spicy chiles roast before your eyes, sample delicious chile and chocolate products from local vendors, purchase unique Southwest gifts and enjoy cooking demonstrations. Ticket Prices: Free with Garden admission. 480-941-1225 Hidden in the Hills Artist Studio Tour Nov. 16-25, 2007 / Nov. 2008 dates TBD Carefree, Cave Creek and North Scottsdale – More than 110 artists in 31 studios offer visitors a look at how artists work and the tools and equipment they use. This is an annual, free self-guided tour of the working artists’ studios and includes an art show and sale. Ticket Prices: Free. 480-488-3381 14th Annual ArtFestTM of Scottsdale Nov. 17-18, 2007 / Nov. 2008 dates TBD Scottsdale Civic Center Mall – The Annual ArtFest of Scottsdale is the highest-rated fall art festival in Arizona by artists, according to national and regional trade publications. The festival features more than 220 fine artists from across the nation. Ticket Prices: Free. 888-278-3378 Orme Dam Victory Days Nov. 18-20, 2007 / Nov. 2008 dates TBD Fort McDowell Casino – The Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation commemorates the tribe’s successful struggle to prevent the construction of a dam which would have flooded the community. Activities include a parade, rodeo, carnival, cultural performances, frybread contest and rock concerts. Call for ticket prices. 480-816-7162 Thanksgiving Day Parade Nov. 22, 2007 / Nov. 2008 TBD Fountain Hills – This is the only Thanksgiving Day parade in Arizona and features marching bands, Marine Color Guard and various local groups. Tickets: Free. 480-837-1654 Zoolights Nov. 22, 2007 – Jan. 6, 2008 / 2008 dates TBD The Phoenix Zoo (Phoenix) – The magical, colorful sights and sounds of The Phoenix Zoo’s holiday light spectacular will make your season sparkle. More than two and a quarter million lights glow and dozens of displays will delight the entire family. Call for ticket prices. 602-273-1341 DECEMBER Zoolights Nov. 22, 2007 – Jan. 6, 2008 / 2008 dates TBD The Phoenix Zoo (Phoenix) – The magical, colorful sights and sounds of The Phoenix Zoo’s holiday light spectacular will make your season sparkle. More than two and a quarter million lights glow and dozens of displays will delight the entire family. Call for ticket prices. 602-273-1341 Las Noches de las Luminarias Nov. 23 – Dec. 23, 2007 / 2008 dates TBD Desert Botanical Garden (Phoenix) – Each year, the Garden is transformed into a place of magical beauty when more than 6,000 traditional hand-lit luminarias line the pathways and cast a soft glow on the Garden’s world-renowned plant collection. This is one of the Valley’s premier winter events, and for many an event that signals the beginning of the holiday season. Call for ticket prices. 480-941-1225 Holiday Lights Dec. 2007 dates TBD / Dec. 2008 dates TBD McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park – Take a train ride through more than 100,000 lights in a variety of holiday displays that turn the railroad park into a winter wonderland. Opening-night festivities include a treelighting ceremony, entertainment, snow and a visit from Santa. Ticket Prices: Free. 480-312-2312 Celebration of Basketweaving & Native Foods Festival Dec. 1-2, 2007 / Dec. 2008 dates TBD Heard Museum (Phoenix) – More than 200 American Indian basket weavers from throughout North America showcase and sell their work. Enjoy weaving demonstrations and cooking demonstrations by local Native chefs. Native food producers will sell tempting treats for visitors to take home. Ticket Prices: Free with museum admission. 602-252-8848 Heard Museum Spanish Market Nov. 10-11, 2007 / Nov. 2008 dates TBD Heard Museum (Phoenix) – Strolling mariachis and artwork by nearly 70 Hispanic artists from Arizona and New Mexico highlight this festive, casual and friendly annual marketplace. Chat with artists as they sell a range of distinctive artwork. With art in every price range, Spanish Market offers buyers a wide selection of objects from Hispanic traditions including santos, pottery, colcha embroidery, furniture making, painting, printmaking, and silver and tinwork. Ticket Prices: Free with museum admission. 602-252-8848 Golfweek’s Golfest Nov. 10-11, 2007 / Nov. 2008 dates TBD WestWorld – Everything you wanted to know about golf is at WestWorld in this exciting two-day event! 877-805-4653 Goodguys 10th Southwest Nationals Hot Rod Show Nov. 16-18, 2007 / Nov. 2008 dates TBD WestWorld – Enjoy this exciting car event with more than 2,000 rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972; vendor and manufacturer exhibits; a swap meet; kids’ play area and much more! Ticket Prices: Adults $15, children $6. 925-838-9876 Las Noches de las Luminarias Nov. 23 – Dec. 23, 2007 / 2008 dates TBD Desert Botanical Garden (Phoenix) – Each year, the Garden is transformed into a place of magical beauty when more than 6,000 traditional hand-lit luminarias line the pathways and cast a soft glow on the Garden’s world-renowned plant collection. This is one of the Valley’s premier winter events, and for many an event that signals the beginning of the holiday season. Call for ticket prices. 480-941-1225 Santa Claus Express Dec. 1-23, 2007 / Dec. 2008 dates TBD Verde Canyon Railroad (Clarkdale) – Enjoy cookies, candy canes and yummy hot chocolate. Explore the Boxcar Gift Shop for a unique holiday gift. Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus during the four-hour scenic train trip. Ticket Prices: Adult coach $54.95, child coach $34.95, senior coach $49.95, first class, $79.95. 800-293-7245 32 www.ExperienceScottsdale.com http://www.ExperienceScottsdale.com
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