What to do in the Scottsdale and Phoenix area this Weekend 11/20

Events

Brahms Symphony No. 2
Fri. 11/20 & Sat. 11/21, times vary
Phoenix Symphony Hall
The lilting Symphony No. 2 is generally regarded as the most genial and relaxed of Brahms’ four works in the genre, but its finale is jubilant and electrifying. $18-$79
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Goodguys 18th Southwest Nationals
Fri. 11/20 – Sun. 11/22, 8am
WestWorld of Scottsdale
View over 3,000 rods, customs, classic, muscle cars, and trucks through ’72.
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Creative Designer’s Holiday Classic Boutique
Fri. 11/20 & Sat. 11/21, times vary
Trilogy at Power Ranch, Gilbert
The event features uniquely designed and handcrafted items perfect for your holiday gift giving.
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Author Walk with Third Friday Art Walk
Fri. 11/20, 6pm-10pm
AJ Chandler Park
View local artisans displaying and selling their wares, and meander to the north area of the park where local authors will be selling their books.
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By Golly, Be Jolly Holiday Boutique
Fri. 11/20, 5pm
Mesa Community College
The evening’s events will include live entertainment, a car show, food trucks, auctions, magicians, shopping and more.
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The Wizard of OZ
Fri. 11/20Sun. 11/22, times vary
Phoenix Theatre
Enjoy this adaption by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company, based upon the Classical Motion Picture The Wizard of OZ. $35-$50
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MCC’s 50th Anniversary Finale
Fri. 11/20, 5pm
MCC Rose Garden, Mesa
Celebrate MCC’s multicultural history and heritage with festival style booths, food trucks, arts and crafts, live music, dance, and storytelling.
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Legends of Country Music Show
Sat. 11/21, 3pm
Farnsworth Hall, Mesa
Legends of Country Music is the largest country tribute show touring today, featuring the music of more than 20 legendary entertainers. $30
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Woofstock
Sat. 11/21, 9am-1:30pm
Tumbleweed Park, Chandler
The 8th Annual Woofstock includes Pets on Parade, a mini dog park, free booth activities, pet adoptions and more.
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Desert Discovery Day
Sat. 11/21, 10am-2pm
Jewel of the Creek Preserve, Cave Creek
The day includes stations along the Harry Dalton Trail with live animals, crafts, goody bags, and free food and drink.
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Sunland Village Arts and Crafts Events
Sat. 11/21, 9am-3pm
Sunland Village, Mesa
Browse over 100 crafters selling unique, one of a kind, all handmade items.
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Fall Girls on the Run 5k
Sun. 11/22, 7am
Wesley Bolin Plaza, Phoenix
Girls on the Run features medals, scenic and flat 1-mile and 5k courses, music, snacks, a free photo booth and more. $60
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Bistro’s 5th Annual Wine Festival
Sun. 11/22, 12pm
My Wine Cellar, Phoenix
Five distributors each pour four wines perfect for Thanksgiving and other holiday dinners. $25
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          Thanksgiving: Dining Out Guide

Movies

Home showtimes and tickets In Theaters  Rated
The Hunger Games: 
Mockingjay – Part 2
       
     PG-13

Secret in Their Eyes
     
     PG-13

The Intern
       
     PG-13

New DVD Releases
 
   Rated

   Critics Say

The Man From
U.N.C.L.E.
 
PG
      
      
We Are Your Friends  R       
Jimmy’s Hall PG-13       


Sports

Phoenix Suns
   
  
@ Denver Nuggets
11/20 
@ 7:00pm
@ New Orleans
11/22
@ 4:00pm
Arizona Sun Devils

Football
@ Arizona
11/21
 @ 1:30pm
Men’s Basketball
next week
Women’s Basketball
@ SMU

11/21 @ 12:00pm
Wrestling
@ Ohio State
11/20
 @ 5:00pm
vs Boise State
11/22
@ 7:00pm
Ice Hockey
next week
Women’s Volleyball
vs Southern California
11/22
 @ 1:00pm
Arizona Cardinals

@ Cincinnati Bengals
11/22 
@ 6:30pm
Arizona Wildcats





Football
vs Arizona State

11/21 @ 1:30pm
Men’s Basketball
vs Northwestern State
11/22
@ 6:00pm
Women’s Basketball
@ University of San Diego
11/21
@ 5:00pm
Women’s Soccer
next week
Women’s Volleyball
vs Southern California
11/20
 @ 6:00pm
vs UCLA
11/22
@ 12:00pm
Arizona Coyotes

@ Jets
11/21 
@ 5:00pm
NASCAR


Ford Ecoboost 400
Homestead-Miami Speedway
11/22 @ 12:00pm
PGA TOUR

              The RSM Classic 
              Sea Island, GA
              11/19-11/22 @ Times vary
              Golf Network



Weather

 Friday
 Clear
 77º/53º
Saturday
Clear
80º/52º
Sunday
Clear 
   76º/52º


         

What to do in the Scottsdale and Phoenix area this Weekend 11/13

Events

Front Porch Pickins Vintage Market
Fri. 11/13 & Sat. 11/14, 9am-4pm
Peoria Sports Complex
Treasure hunters, crafts people, and others who appreciate a good time and rare finds will convene when this handmade market returns to the valley. $2-$10
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2015 Arizona Humanities Awards
Fri. 11/13, 4:30pm
North Mountain Visitor Center, Phoenix
Celebrate the 2015 Arizona Humanities Awards with appetizers, drinks, a silent auction, and live music. $40
more info map

Brooklyn Bridge
Fri. 11/13 – Sun. 11/15, times vary
Galvin Playhouse, Tempe
A play about a 10-year-old girl with an impending essay deadline, absent parents, and no pen. Appropriate for families and young audiences. $8-$16
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Wipeout Run
Sat. 11/14, 7:30am
WestWorld of Scottsdale
Take on this crashtastic 5k coming to WestWorld with obstacles from the show Wipeout. $59
more info map

Rock the Block
Sat. 11/14, 12pm-10pm
Chandler Community Center
The sixth annual Rock the Block is a family friendly event featuring live entertainment, a kids zone, over 100 vendors, and food trucks.
more info map

Broadway: The Big Band Year
Sat. 11/14, 8pm
Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts
A thrilling musical adventure featuring some of Broadway’s most beloved songs. $29-$59
more info map

Hike with Your Pup
Sat. 11/14, 7:30am
Dreamy Draw Park, Phoenix
Join the Puff & Fluff staff on this moderate level trail at Dreamy Draw Park. Breakfast and coffee will be provided.
more info map

Tour de Coops
Sat. 11/14, 9am
Civic Space Park, Phoenix
A self-guided tour that educates visitors about keeping hens, garden ideas, and inspiration on living sustainably. The event also features children’s crafts, live music, and food trucks. $20-$70
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National Dance Company of Siberia, Russia
Sun. 11/15, 3pm
Chandler Center for the Arts
This great show illustrates more than 200 costumes, superb choreography of dances from different regions of Russia and Siberia, and unforgettable music. $25-$42
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2015 Slider Throwdown
Sun. 11/15, 11am-2pm
Kierland Commons, Scottsdale
The Slider Throwdown is set to pit local food trucks against one another to battle for the title of Best Slider. All proceeds benefit the Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation. $25
more info map

West Valley Symphony –
First Time Hits and One Hit Wonders

Sun. 11/15, 3pm
Valley Vista Performing Arts Center, Superior
This beautiful concert will feature Symphony in D Minor, Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, España, and the Sorcerer’s Apprentice. $30-$35
more info map



Thanksgiving: Dining Out Guide

Movies

Home showtimes and tickets In Theaters Rated

My All American

PG

Love the Coopers

PG-13

The 33

PG-13

New DVD Releases

Rated

Critics Say

Mr Holmes

PG

Terminator Genisys PG-13
Trainwreck R

Sports

Phoenix Suns

vs Denver Nuggets
11/14
@ 7:00pm
Arizona Sun Devils

Football
vs Washington
11/14
@ 1:00pm
Wrestling
@ Illinois Duals
11/15
@ 11:00am
Ice Hockey
@ Lake Superior State
11/13
@ 5:37pm
11/14 @ 5:07pm
Women’s Volleyball
@ Utah
11/14
@ 7:00pm
Arizona Cardinals

@ Seahawks
11/15
@ 6:30pm
Arizona Wildcats






Football
vs Utah

11/14 @ 8:00pm
Women’s Soccer
NCAA First Round
vs Colorado
11/13
@ 6:00pm
Women’s Volleyball
@ Colorado
11/14
@ 7:00pm
Arizona Coyotes

@ Blue Jackets
11/14
@ 5:00pm
NASCAR


Quicken Loans Race For Heroes 500
Phoenix International Raceway
11/15 @ 11:30am
PGA TOUR

OHL Classic
at Mayakoba
Playa del Carmen, Mex
11/12-11/15 @ Times vary
Golf Network



Weather

Friday
Clear
81º/50º
Saturday
Clear
80º/52º
Sunday
Chance of Rain
77º/50º


What to do in the Scottsdale and Phoenix area this Weekend 11/6

Events

22nd Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival
Fri. 11/06 – Sun. 11/08, 10am
Downtown Carefree
Kick off the art season with Thunderbird Artists. Sip wine and listen to live music while strolling through this unparalleled art arena. $3
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Cooks & Corks
Fri. 11/06, 6:30pm-9:30pm
Four Seasons Resort, Scottsdale
This one night, outdoor event features Arizona’s top local chefs and world-class collection of winemakers. $125-$175
more info   map

Seussical the Musical
Fri. 11/06 – Sun. 11/08, times vary
Phoenix Center for the Arts
Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza where our favorite Dr. Seuss characters are brought to live. $14-$18
more info   map

The 6th Annual Chandler Chuck Wagon Cook-off
Fri. 11/06 & Sat. 11/07, times vary
Tumbleweed Ranch at Tumbleweed Park, Chandler
Experience an up-close look at Western history at this culinary event. Using historic cooking methods, authentic 1880’s chuck wagons, teams from around the west compete to cook up the best meals fit for the trail. $12
more info   map

Terrain Phoenix Mud Run
Sat. 11/07, 8:30am
Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse
This mud run features a challenging terrain with over 20 obstacles, and your choice of a 5k or 10k run. $20-$40
more info   map

MIMFest
Sat. 11/07 & Sun. 11/08, 10:30am-5pm
Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix
This two-day outdoor event features national and international musical acts that will perform on three stages offering attendees a one-of-a-kind musical journey. $15-$35
more info   map

Herberger Theater Festival of the Arts
Sat. 11/07, 11:30am-5pm
Herberger Theater Center, Phoenix
Enjoy performances, dance, a food court, visual arts, live music, children’s activities, film shorts, pet adoptions and more. $5
more info   map

80th Annual Friendly House Tamale Dinner and Festival
Sat. 11/07, 12pm-7pm
The Arizona Center, Phoenix
All participating tamale restaurants will take part in an epic “Battle of the Tamales,” judged by attendees and community leaders. $10-$20
more info   map

Bacon, Blues & Brews
Sat. 11/07, 1pm-10pm
Founder’s Park, Queen Creek
This family-friendly celebration of craft beer, blues music, and everyone’s favorite pork product will feature an array of inventive bacon-based dishes from chefs from around the valley. $15
more info   map

Art on the Veranda
Sat. 11/07 & Sun. 11/08, 10am-4pm
The Duke at Rancho El Dorado, Maricopa
A two-day open air event featuring over 40 artists and craftsmen of varying mediums.
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Sonoran Chamber Music Valley Series
Sun. 11/08, 2pm
Katzin Concert Hall-Arizona State University, Tempe
The first concert of the Sonoran Chamber Music-Series will feature pianist Gil Kalich, violinist Carmit Zori, and cellist Tom Landschoot. $8-$22
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               November 11th

Movies

Home showtimes and tickets In Theaters  Rated

Spectre
       
    PG-13

The Peanuts Movie
     
        G

Spotlight
       
        R

New DVD Releases
 
   Rated

Critics Say

Inside Out
 
PG
      
      
Before We Go  PG-13       
The End of the Tour R       


Sports

Phoenix Suns
   
  
vs Detroit Pistons
11/06 
@ 7:30pm
@ Oklahoma City Thunder
11/08 
@ 5:00pm
Arizona Sun Devils

Football
@ Washington State
11/07
 @ 1:30pm
Wrestling
@ WVU Duals
11/08
 @ 11:00am
Women’s Soccer
vs Arizona
11/06
 @ 6:00pm
Women’s Volleyball
vs Washington
11/06
 @ 8:00pm
vs Washington State
11/08
@ 2:00pm
Arizona Cardinals

next week
Arizona Wildcats






Football
@ USC

11/07 @ TBA
Women’s Soccer
vs Arizona State
11/06
 @ 6:00pm
Women’s Volleyball
vs Washington State
11/06
 @ 6:00pm
vs Washington
11/08
 @ 12:00pm
Arizona Coyotes

vs Rangers
11/07 
@ 7:00pm
NASCAR



AAA Texas 500
Texas Motor Raceway
11/08 @ 12:00pm
PGA TOUR

 
             Sanderson Farms
             Championship

             Jackson, MS
             11/05-11/08 @ Times vary

             World Golf
             Championship-
             HSBC Champions

             Sheshan International
             GC, Shanghai
             11/05-11/08 @ times vary
             Golf Network



Weather

 Friday
 Clear
 75º/51º
Saturday
Clear
78º/53º
Sunday
Clear 
   80º/53º


         

November Specials and local resident Happy Pass

An Innovative Health Spa Retreat

Discover an exceptional fusion of spa and wellness at Well & Being. This unique spa retreat at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess at 7575 E Princess Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 offers you personalized programs that infuse life with a greater sense of vitality. Discover the motivating kick-start of a new, evidence-based approach to nutrition and exercise, designed to transform you from the inside out.

Hours of Operation:

  • Daily, 6:00am to 9:00pm
  • Hours vary seasonally

Happy Pass Privileges

Find happiness at Well & Being Spa with our new Happy Pass just for local residents. The Happy Pass allows you to enjoy unlimited access to our beautiful 44.000 sq. ft. spa facility for the entire day which includes fitness classes, steam rooms, saunas, Swiss showers, aromatherapy rooms, hot and cold plunge pools, waterfall treatment pool, private rooftop pool, men’s and women’s lounges and more.

The Happy Pass is $49 per person, per day and is valid for use every Monday through Thursday. Reserve your Happy Pass by calling 480-585-2732. Limited availability each day and black out dates apply.

Well & Being Video

To book spa services please call 480-585-2732 or click here.

November Specials

View our November Activity Guide

To book our November specials please call 480-585-2732. For all other spa reservations please click here.

Strategies for Thriving the Holiday Season

The Holiday season is one of the most wonderful times but can also become one of the most stressful! Visit our Open House on Thursday, November 12th at 6pm and meet special guest Dr.Low Dog, who will go over the best tips on avoiding temptation and how to manage stress for a happier holiday season. Please RSVP to joanna.webb@fairmont.com.

With the holiday season right around the corner, now is the time to reaffirm or establish those habits that will keep you feeling your best. From optimizing sleep, preventing weight gain, coping with office and family gatherings, to shoring up on important nutrients to keep you from getting sick.

Spa Savings
Book any two 90–minute treatments and receive $45 off each treatment. Enjoy this as a special gift to yourself or share with a friend. Services must be booked for the same day.

Celebration Package
Your choice of any 60-minute massage and 60-minute facial plus a healthy cuisine spa lunch. $299

Live it Well Package
Enjoy your choice of any 60-minute spa service plus a healthy cuisine spa lunch. Monday – Thursday – $159 | Friday – Sunday – $169

Aromatherapy Blending Bar
Create a completely customized blend of spa essential oils and a personalized oil, scrub or lotion to be used in either a massage or conditioning body scrub treatment. Makes a great gift for someone special. $35 for a 15-minute custom blend prior to your service.

Assisted Stretching
Enjoy therapeutic benefits such as better circulation, increased muscle efficiency and reduced mental and physical tension as our skilled Fitness experts guide you through passive stretching and positioning. Wear loose fitting and comfortable clothing. 30-minutes – $59

New Antioxidant Rich Treatments from Java Skin Care
Let the hydrating and slimming benefits of our organic green coffee scrub combined with safflower vitamin E, almond and rosemary oils sooth and improve skin elasticity in our beautiful new body treatment and pedicure service.

• Java Contouring Body Scrub 60-minutes – $169 | 90-minutes – $259

• Java Energizing Pedicure 60-minutes – $89

Wellness Offers

  • Nutrition For Active Living – Increase your energy and overall well-being with a BodPod body composition assessment. Our coaches will help you create the perfect blueprint for success based on a diet and lifestyle analysis. 60 minutes – $85
  • The BodPod – Take advantage of the world’s most advanced body composition assessment.  Together with you, our fitness experts will review the results of your BodPod results and provide you with healthy recommendations! 30 minutes – $25 includes all day access to facility
  • Nutrition OR Personal Training Consultation – Meet with our nutritionist or exercise physiologist to optimize your health and overall well-being – 60 minutes for each session – $85

Deep Relaxation & the Art of Napping

Activate the body’s natural deep relaxation response with So Sound® Acoustic Resonance Therapy (ART). Immerse yourself in a healing oasis of sound and harmonic resonance as you lie back and glide into a zero gravity So Sound® Lounger.

To learn more please click here.

Spa Membership
Live the Well & Being life every day of the year with the Get Fit and Live It Well limited time Spa Membership offer. Sign up and pre pay for six months and receive two complimentary 60-min. spa, salon or wellness services. See Membership Brochure for more details.