Now that it’s officially fall, it’s time to grab the family and take advantage of the countless seasonal events happening throughout the Phoenix area. We’ve handpicked five of the best upcoming events, from outdoor movie screenings to pumpkin carving parties to trunk or treating at a golf course, there’s tons of great options for you and your family to have the best Autumn together.

10.8

Spooktacular Outdoor Movie + Halloween Party in Fletcher Heights Park

They’re throwing a massive Halloween blowout for the whole family in Fletcher Heights Park, featuring trick or treating, a kid’s dance party, and costume contest, plus food trucks and a night market for the parents. The party will be closed out by a screening of the latest nostalgia-baiting installment in the “Ghostbusters” series, “Ghostbusters: Afterlife.” Free. 4-8:30 p.m. Fletcher Heights Park: 8135 W Lone Cactus Dr. Peoria, AZ; peoriaaz.gov // @peoriaazcam

10.9

Chandler Symphony Orchestra presents Autumn Classics at Chandler Center for the Arts

This free, community-oriented concert featuring the professional musicians of the Chandler Symphony Orchestra will help you get in the mood for Fall with a trio of classical works that conjure Autumnal feelings in the listener. Works include Franz Schubert’s “Rosemunde Overture,” Frédéric Chopin’s “Piano Concerto No. 1,” and Mozart’s “Symphony No. 40.” Free. 3 p.m.  250 N Arizona Ave. Chandler, AZ; chandlercenter.org // @chandlerarts

10.28

Community Pumpkin Carving Party at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel

Boutique hotel FOUND:RE Phoenix is throwing a totally free pumpkin carving party that’s open to the whole family (dogs included!). Between complementary carving kits and pumpkins, food and drink specials, and prizes for best designs, this is a surefire wholesome and laid-back way to kick off your Halloween weekend. Free; 6-9 p.m. FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel: 1100 N. Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ; foundrehotels.com // @foundrephx

10.29

Trunk-or-Treat Fall Festival at Bellair Golf Park

Celebrate Halloween and let the kiddos loose to trick or treat in a safe, controlled environment at the Bellair Golf Park’s Trunk or Treat event. While they’re filling up their candy stash across 60 reserved spots, enjoy a special spooky round of night golf on the course before reuniting to enjoy face painting, pumpkin carving, and obstacle courses. This one-of-a-kind event features cash prizes for best decorated vehicle, so be sure to get your truck decked out before showing up. Free; 6-9 p.m. Bellair Golf Park: 17233 N 45th Ave. Glendale, AZ; bellairgolfpark.com // @bellairgolfpark

11.5

The 16th Annual Arizona Fall Festival at Margaret T. Hance Park

After a three-year Covid-19-related hiatus, the Arizona Fall Festival has returned to Margaret T. Hance Park, one of the largest events of its kind in the state. Featuring over 200 local vendors and community partners, plus refreshments care of local food trucks, breweries, and wineries, Mom and Dad will have plenty of options to enjoy while the kids enjoy the activity-filled Risas Dental Kid Zone. Get in the spirit of the season at this local favorite. Free. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Margaret T. Hance Park: 1222 N 3rd St. Phoenix, AZ; localfirstaz.com // @localfirstaz

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