Things to Do in Phoenix This Weekend

Top picks this weekend

1. Friday · 6 PM$30 - $35Science With A Twist: The Paranormal ProjectArizona Science Center, PhoenixSpend an evening exploring the strange and mysterious through a scientific lens. This interactive event offers hands-on experiences and fascinating presentations that examine…
2. Friday · 6 PMVariesDusty Ramblers Project at Andaz ScottsdaleScottsdaleLive set from The Dusty Ramblers Project, a free range organic music band blending blues, bluegrass, swing, and rock. Part of Ken Skaggs Performances' calendar.
3. Saturday · 12:30 PMFreeChess at Aruma CafeTempeChess fans meet every Saturday afternoon at a cozy Tempe coffee shop. The Phoenix Chess Club hosts this free, casual meetup. Players sit down for friendly games over coffee and…
4. Saturday · 2 PMFreeChess at Coffee PlantationScottsdaleThis long-running Saturday chess meetup brings together players of all ages and ratings. It has met at a Scottsdale coffee shop for years. Players find an open seat and start a…

• 6 PMDusty Ramblers Project at Andaz ScottsdaleScottsdaleVariesLive set from The Dusty Ramblers Project, a free range organic music band blending blues, bluegrass, swing, and rock. Part of Ken Skaggs Performances' calendar.
• 6 PMScience With A Twist: The Paranormal ProjectArizona Science Center, Phoenix$30 - $35Spend an evening exploring the strange and mysterious through a scientific lens. This interactive event offers hands-on experiences and fascinating presentations that examine…

• 8 AMOld Town Scottsdale Farmers MarketScottsdale City Hall, ScottsdaleFreeThis market sticks to food and farming only, with local growers and specialty food makers. Shoppers can find fresh organic produce and unique items from small food producers. The…
• 8 AMHeritage District Farmers MarketGilbertFreeLocal growers and makers set up at this market, which is run by a nonprofit urban farming group. Shoppers can buy fresh produce and handmade goods straight from the people who…
• 8 AMLaveen Community Farmers Market at Amadio RanchLaveenFreeThis farm market takes place on a small family-run heritage farm that grows its food by hand. Shoppers can pick up seasonal fruits and vegetables grown right on the farm, plus…
• 8 AMUptown Farmers Market (Saturdays)PhoenixFreeFarmers and food makers from around the area gather each week to sell what they grow and make. Visitors can fill a bag with seasonal produce, fresh bread, eggs, meat, sauces and…
• 8 AMDowntown Phoenix Farmers MarketPhoenixFreeLocal farmers and small food makers fill rows of booths every week at this big city market. It is run by a nonprofit that works to bring good food to everyone. Shoppers can pick…
• 8 AMGilbert Farmers MarketChandler-Gilbert Community College, ChandlerFreeKnown as "The Foodie Market," this large market has more than 150 vendors each week. Local farmers bring chemical-free and organic produce, eggs, meat and cheese. Other booths…
• 8 AMRoadrunner Park Farmers MarketPhoenixFreeThis long-running neighborhood market has sold local food since 1989. Shoppers find fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, honey, plants, pork, beef and fish, plus some…
• 9 AMDowntown Chandler Farmers MarketDr. A.J. Chandler Park West, ChandlerFreeLocal growers and small businesses set up under shaded ramadas at this weekly downtown market. Shoppers can browse fresh produce and goods from local vendors, then stay a while to…
• 12:30 PMChess at Aruma CafeTempeFreeChess fans meet every Saturday afternoon at a cozy Tempe coffee shop. The Phoenix Chess Club hosts this free, casual meetup. Players sit down for friendly games over coffee and…
• 2 PMChess at Coffee PlantationScottsdaleFreeThis long-running Saturday chess meetup brings together players of all ages and ratings. It has met at a Scottsdale coffee shop for years. Players find an open seat and start a…

• 9 AMAhwatukee Farmers MarketAhwatukee Swim & Tennis Center, PhoenixFreeThis community market has brought local produce to its neighborhood since 2002. Booths offer seasonal produce, herbs, flowers, fresh baked goods, natural meats and seafood. A few…
• 9 AMHigh Street Farmers MarketHigh Street, PhoenixFreeThis open-air market sets up in a walkable shopping and dining area. Booths offer seasonal produce, herbs, flowers, baked goods, natural meats, seafood and local arts and crafts…

Browse this weekend by interest

• Free12
• 👨‍👩‍👧Family11
• Food & Drink10
• Markets10
• Outdoors10
• Popups10
• Pets3
• Social3

Questions about this weekend in Phoenix

What is there to do in Phoenix this weekend?

Sociumn lists 14 events within 25 miles of downtown Phoenix for Friday, October 30 to Sunday, November 1. Top picks: Science With A Twist: The Paranormal Project (Friday, Arizona Science Center, Phoenix), Dusty Ramblers Project at Andaz Scottsdale (Friday, Scottsdale) and Chess at Aruma Cafe (Saturday, Tempe).

Are there free things to do in Phoenix this weekend?

Yes, 12 free events this weekend, including Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market (Saturday), Heritage District Farmers Market (Saturday) and Laveen Community Farmers Market at Amadio Ranch (Saturday).

What's happening in Phoenix on Friday, October 30?

2 events are listed for Friday, including Dusty Ramblers Project at Andaz Scottsdale at 6 PM and Science With A Twist: The Paranormal Project at 6 PM.

What's happening in Phoenix on Saturday, October 31?

10 events are listed for Saturday, including Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market at 8 AM, Heritage District Farmers Market at 8 AM and Laveen Community Farmers Market at Amadio Ranch at 8 AM.

What's happening in Phoenix on Sunday, November 1?

2 events are listed for Sunday, including Ahwatukee Farmers Market at 9 AM and High Street Farmers Market at 9 AM.

How often is this list updated?

Every hour. Events that have already ended drop off, and on Monday the page moves to the next weekend. Times and prices can change, so check the event page before you go.

Can I get a list like this picked for me every week?

Yes. Sociumn Scout is a free email that goes out every Wednesday with weekend events picked for your interests and your part of town.