40 Things to Do in Mesa This Weekend November 6 – 8, 2026
Discover the best events and activities happening in Mesa this weekend.
MarketLister's Top 5 Weekend Picks in Mesa
Downtown Mesa BBQ & Bluegrass Classic
Fourth annual sanctioned BBQ competition with live bluegrass, vendors and a beer garden in Downtown Mesa, free to attend. Location: Downtown Mesa (Macdonald & Main Street), Macdonald & Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201 Dates: Friday, November 6 - Saturday, November 7, 2026 Friday 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Admission: Free admission; BBQ tastings and beer garden items available for purchase No ticket required; walk-up entry Availability: Open to the public; no sell-out reported Reference: https://www.visitmesa.com/blog/fall-festivals-in-mesa/
Diwali: Festival of Lights
The City of Chandler's official Diwali celebration with Indian dance and music, food by ISKCON Phoenix, cultural tables and a hands-on Chandler Museum art activity. Location: Chandler City Hall Courtyard, 175 S. Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Admission: Free admission No ticket required Availability: Free and open to the public Reference: https://www.chandleraz.gov/news-center/chandler-celebrates-diwali-culture-community-and-tradition
#LovePup Family Fest Phoenix
Arizona's biggest night for dogs and families: live music headlined by Gavin DeGraw, food trucks, vendors and adoptable dogs at Vertuccio Farms. Location: Vertuccio Farms, 4011 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Admission: Free admission with a donation of pet supplies (collars, leashes, dog food, puppy pads); cash donations also accepted on site No advance ticket required Availability: Open; part of the foundation's $100K fundraising challenge Reference: https://lovepupfoundation.org/events/lovepup-family-fest-phoenix-2026/
MODDEDKULTURE SANCTUARY 7
Motorsport spectacle at Firebird: drifting, pro drift ridealongs, a swing king competition, motorcycle stunt shows, a car/truck/bike trophy show and a two-step competition. Location: Firebird Motorsports Park, 20000 S Maricopa Rd, Chandler, AZ 85226 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM Admission: $30 general admission; children 10 and under free with a paying adult Tickets via The FOAT (official ticketing) and at the gate Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://tickets.thefoat.com/moddedkulture/event-248142/SANCTUARY+7+MODDEDKULTURE+x+SAC+SPEED+SHOP/fb_share_me_discount-1/
Run for Ryan House
The 16th annual charity run at Riverview Park: 10K, 5K and a Family Fun Run supporting Ryan House's care for children with life-limiting conditions. Location: Riverview Park, 2100 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa, AZ Dates: Sunday, November 8, 2026 Check-in from 7:00 AM; races start 8:00 AM Admission: Race-day registration: 10K $55 / 5K $45 / Family Fun Run $35 Registration required (online in advance or on race day) Availability: Registration open Reference: https://RunForRyanHouse.org/
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Mean Girls
Mesa Community College's production of Tina Fey's Mean Girls musical closes this weekend at the MCC Performing Arts Center. Location: MCC Performing Arts Center, 1520 S. Longmore Rd, Mesa, AZ Dates: Friday, November 6 - Sunday, November 8, 2026 (closing weekend of the October 30 - November 8 run) 7:30 PM evening performances (November 6 & 7); 2:00 PM matinees (November 7 & 8) Admission: Not confirmed Tickets required (MCC Performing Arts Center box office) Availability: Tickets available for closing-weekend performances Reference: https://www.mesacc.edu/arts/event/2026-10/mean-girls
Symphony of the Southwest - Celebration
The Symphony of the Southwest opens its 70th season at Mesa Arts Center with Copland, Beethoven, Sibelius and Bernstein's West Side Story dances. Location: Tom and Janet Ikeda Theater, Mesa Arts Center, 1 East Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 3:00 PM Admission: Adult $39; Senior (55+) $24; Student (21 and under) $15 Tickets required (Mesa Arts Center box office) Availability: Tickets available Note: ChatGPT's independent validation on November 3, 2026 rejected this event as a standalone classical concert, expressly excluded by the eligibility rules. It is included in this payload on the owner's explicit instruction, with that rejection disclosed. Reference: https://www.mesaartscenter.com/show-details/symphony-of-the-southwest-celebration-sots
Annie
Hale Centre Theatre's production of the beloved family musical Annie, running in Gilbert through November 21. Location: Hale Centre Theatre Arizona (Main Stage), 50 W Page Ave, Gilbert, AZ 85233 Dates: Friday, November 6 - Saturday, November 7, 2026 (performances during the October 9 - November 21, 2026 run) 7:30 PM evening performances; see the theatre calendar for matinees Admission: Not confirmed Tickets required Availability: Tickets on sale for the run Reference: https://www.broadwayworld.com/phoenix/regionalshows/HALE-CENTRE-THEATRE-AZ
Salt River Brass - Heroes
A patriotic Veterans-week brass concert at Mesa Arts Center: Sousa marches, an Armed Forces Salute, Slipstream and The Ashokan Farewell. Location: Tom and Janet Ikeda Theater, Mesa Arts Center, 1 East Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201 Dates: Sunday, November 8, 2026 3:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed for the single concert (2026-27 season packages listed from $79.20) Tickets required (Mesa Arts Center box office) Availability: Tickets available Reference: https://www.mesaartscenter.com/show-details/salt-river-brass-season-package-2026-27-srb
Chandler Symphony Orchestra - Rooted Together
A free Sunday-afternoon Chandler Symphony Orchestra concert at Chandler Center for the Arts, with first-come seating and a livestream. Location: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 North Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ 85225 Dates: Sunday, November 8, 2026 3:00 PM (doors 2:30 PM) Admission: Free admission (first-come seating) No ticket required; free Eventbrite listing; livestream also available Availability: Free and open; seating first-come, first-served Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chandler-symphony-orchestra-presents-rooted-together-tickets-1999621888898
Mesa Night Market - Asian Food Festival
Saturday-night Asian food festival in Mesa with local food vendors plus anime and retail marketplace stalls. Location: Parking lot of 1920 W Broadway Rd, 1920 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Admission: Free admission; food and merchandise available for purchase No ticket required; walk-up Availability: Open-air walk-up event Note: ChatGPT's independent validation on November 3, 2026 rejected this event as a recurring monthly night-market series without a sufficiently distinctive one-off special feature - a routine recurring activity. It is included in this payload on the owner's explicit instruction, with that rejection disclosed. Reference: https://phoenixfoodfestivals.com/events/
AJ Tacos & Margs Fest
Apache Junction taco and margarita festival with Mexican food trucks, live music from Powerdrive, The Blindsiders and a mariachi band, and merch vendors. Location: Flatiron Community Park, 100 N Apache Trl, Apache Junction, AZ 85120 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM Admission: General admission $20 presale / $25 at the door; VIP $60; kids 12 and under free with a paid adult Tickets via Ticketbud (organizer Five20 Events); door sales available Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://five20events.ticketbud.com/aj-tacos-margs
NovemBEERfest 2026
American Legion Post 35's beer, cider and spirits tasting fundraiser with live music, food and raffle baskets, supporting veterans programs. Location: American Legion Post 35, 2240 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85224 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (last pour 3:45 PM) Admission: $25 pre-purchase ($28.52 via Eventbrite) / $35 at the door; includes 20 tasting tickets and a sampling mug while supplies last Tickets via Eventbrite; door sales available Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/novembeerfest-2026-tickets-1987961678896
AZW Presents: Maltstock
Arizona Wilderness' celebration of Arizona-grown Sinagua Malt: local brewery pours, live music, games, Barrio Bread and a petting zoo at the Gilbert Brewpub. Location: Arizona Wilderness Gilbert Brewpub, 721 North Arizona Avenue, Gilbert, AZ 85233 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Admission: Taster Ticket $40 ($44.52 via Eventbrite); additional five-pour tasting tickets $25 Tickets via Eventbrite Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/azw-presents-maltstock-tickets-2002095974956
Believe Marketplace - The Holiday Boutique
A 20-plus-year Chandler holiday tradition: two days of handmade gifts and local makers at Cornerstone Church, with raffles and giveaways. Location: Cornerstone Church, 1595 S Alma School Road, Chandler, AZ 85286 Dates: Friday, November 6 - Saturday, November 7, 2026 Friday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Admission: Free entrance and free parking No tickets, no fees Availability: Open to shoppers; vendor applications closed (vendor-side only) Reference: https://my.cornerstoneaz.com/page/18386?cciid=663&utm_medium=paid&utm_source=fb&utm_id=120247888201060752&utm_content=120247888201760752&utm_term=120247888201230752&utm_campaign=120247888201060752
6th Annual Dia De Los Muertos Celebration
A free community Day of the Dead celebration in Mesa with an altar contest, a Catrina contest, folklorico, face painting and traditional food vendors. Location: Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery, 7900 East Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85207 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM (doors 3:45 PM; altar setup from 2:00 PM) Admission: Free admission; free parking No ticket required (free Eventbrite listing) Availability: Free and open to the community Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/6th-annual-dia-de-los-muertos-celebration-tickets-2003429966962?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Holidaze Craft Fair
An East Mesa holiday craft fair with more than 70 handcrafted-goods vendors at Sunland Springs Village. Location: Sunland Springs Village Auditorium, 2240 S. Springwood Boulevard, Mesa, AZ 85209 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM Admission: Free admission No ticket required Availability: Open (promoter listing not recently updated; details graded Medium confidence) Reference: https://festivalnet.com/94368/Mesa-Arizona/Craft-Shows/Holidaze-Craft-Fair
Thieves Market - November
Mesa's old-school outdoor flea market: 120-plus vendors selling antiques, vintage and handmade goods, plus food trucks, at the EVIT campus. Location: Thieves Market (EVIT Campus), 1601 W Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (early-bird entry from 7:00 AM) Admission: $5 general admission; early bird (7:00 AM) $10; kids 12 and under free; free parking Pay at the door Availability: Open; dated November edition confirmed on the organizer's site Reference: https://thievesmarketvintageflea.com/
East Valley 26th Annual Women's Day Out Expo
The 26th annual East Valley women's expo at Mesa Convention Center: shopping, pampering and exhibitors for a day out. Location: Mesa Convention Center, 263 N Center Street, Mesa, AZ 85201 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Admission: Free admission Free Eventbrite ticket Availability: Free tickets available Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-valley-26th-annual-womens-day-out-expo-tickets-1975646297258
Gilbert Art Walk - November
A free Saturday-morning art walk in downtown Gilbert with local artists, a live music stage and a family- and pet-friendly atmosphere. Location: Gilbert Heritage District, 45 W. Page Avenue, Gilbert, AZ 85233 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Admission: Free No ticket required Availability: Open Reference: https://festivalnet.com/66584/Gilbert-Arizona/Craft-Shows/Gilbert-Art-Walk-November
Gilbert Farmers Market
The Gilbert Farmers Market's Saturday edition at CGCC's Pecos campus: 150-plus food and craft vendors. Location: Chandler-Gilbert Community College (Pecos Campus), 2626 E. Pecos Rd, Chandler, AZ 85225 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (winter hours) Admission: Free admission; goods available for purchase No ticket required Availability: Open every Saturday, year-round Reference: https://gilbertmarket.com?ref=tomba.io
One Vision of Queen featuring Marc Martel
Marc Martel's acclaimed Queen tribute production brings the sound and spectacle of Freddie Mercury and Queen to Chandler Center for the Arts. Location: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225 Dates: Friday, November 6, 2026 7:30 PM Admission: Not confirmed Tickets required (AXS / venue box office) Availability: Tickets on sale via AXS Reference: https://www.axs.com/venues/130568/chandler-center-for-the-arts-chandler-tickets
NOISE IN THE DESERT 2026
Solly Ink Records' all-day Mesa showcase: eight bands led by Sundressed, with local vendors and a food truck at The Rosetta Room. Location: The Rosetta Room, 104 E First Ave, Mesa, AZ 85201 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Doors 3:00 PM; show 3:30 PM - 11:00 PM Admission: $20 advance / $25 day of show, plus fees ($25.97 advance via Eventim) Tickets via Eventim; door sales available Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://wl.eventim.us/event/Noise-In-The-Desert-2026/695210?afflky=TheRosettaRoom
Best Of Broadway: Lloyd Webber & More!
Terry Barber and Grace Field perform songs from Evita, Les Miserables, Hamilton, Cats, Phantom of the Opera and more in a Broadway revue. Location: Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 3:00 PM Admission: $48 - $69 Tickets required Availability: Tickets on sale for the 3:00 PM performance (a 7:00 PM performance the same day was listed as cancelled on Ticketmaster; only the matinee is carried) Reference: https://www.broadwayworld.com/phoenix/regional/Best-of-Broadway-Lloyd-Webber-More--4414697
Campbell, Rogers, and Denver: A Tribute
Hale Concert Hall's tribute to Glen Campbell, Kenny Rogers and John Denver, opening this weekend with Rhinestone Cowboy, The Gambler and Take Me Home, Country Roads. Location: Hale Concert Hall (Hale Centre Theatre Arizona), 50 W Page Ave, Gilbert, AZ 85233 Dates: Friday, November 6 - Saturday, November 7, 2026 (opening weekend of the November 6 - 21, 2026 run) 7:30 PM Admission: Not confirmed Tickets required Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://www.broadwayworld.com/phoenix/regionalshows/HALE-CENTRE-THEATRE-AZ
Paradise Winds Fall Concert at The Greenhouse
A fall concert by the Paradise Winds community wind ensemble in an intimate Downtown Mesa greenhouse venue. Location: The Greenhouse (C.A.N.D.O.), 104 S Robson, Mesa, AZ 85210 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 7:00 PM Admission: From $12.51 Tickets via Eventbrite Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/d/az--phoenix/music--events/concert/?page=0
Hope Harvest Festival
Hoofbeats with Heart's harvest festival with animal encounters, vendors, games and family activities at its San Tan Valley ranch. Location: Hoofbeats with Heart, 43491 N Coyote Rd, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Admission: $10 per person ($8 early-bird) Tickets via the organizer's site / at the gate Availability: Open Reference: https://sites.google.com/view/hoofbeatshopeharvestfestival/home
Festival of Driving Pleasure Show
An American Driving Society-recognized carriage driving show: turnout, working, reinsmanship and obstacle classes, antique carriages and a carriage dog class, plus a Saturday silent auction. Location: Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre, 20464 E. Riggs Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85142 Dates: Saturday, November 7 - Sunday, November 8, 2026 Daytime classes both days (start time Not confirmed) Admission: Spectator admission Not confirmed (no spectator fee published) No ticket required for spectators; competitor entries are closed Availability: Open to spectators; 34 entries competing (competitor entry closed - not an attendee sell-out) Reference: https://www.arizonacarriage.org/2026-festival-of-driving-pleasure-show
Cars & Coffee at Verde
A Sunday-morning cars and coffee gathering on the Verde green in Gilbert, from classics to exotics. Location: The Green at Verde at Cooley Station, 3945 E Williams Field Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295 Dates: Sunday, November 8, 2026 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Admission: Free No ticket required Availability: Open to spectators and exhibitors Reference: https://verdegilbert.com/
First Friday Paint & Pasture
A Friday-evening guided paint session at Desert Rain Therapeutic Farm in Gilbert, painting among the pastures. Location: Desert Rain Therapeutic Farm, 15225 E Riggs Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85298 Dates: Friday, November 6, 2026 5:00 PM Admission: From $17.85 Tickets via Eventbrite Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://www.eventbrite.ca/d/az--queen-creek/schnepf-farms/
Town Council Pancake Breakfast
Queen Creek's free Town Council pancake breakfast with a petting zoo, touch-a-truck display, a Performing Arts Center performance and free flu shots. Location: Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre, 20464 E. Riggs Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Admission: Free (IHOP pancakes and Starbucks coffee provided) No ticket required Availability: Open to the public; free flu shots for up to 100 residents aged six months and older Reference: https://www.queencreekaz.gov/community/community-outreach/pancake-breakfast
Moonlit Movies on The Green: Toy Story 5
A free outdoor movie night on the Verde green in Gilbert, screening Pixar's Toy Story 5 under the stars. Location: The Green at Verde at Cooley Station, 3945 E Williams Field Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295 Dates: Friday, November 6, 2026 5:45 PM - 8:00 PM Admission: Free No ticket required; bring blankets Availability: Free and open to the public Reference: https://verdegilbert.com/
Dream Builders Children's Business Fair
A Queen Creek market where every business is created and run by a child, at Frontier Family Park. Location: Frontier Family Park Playground, 20039 South 220th Street, Queen Creek, AZ 85142 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Admission: Free to attend (young vendors sell their own products) No ticket required Availability: Open Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dream-builders-childrens-business-fair-acton-partner-tickets-1988716373207
Arts in Service Open House
A free Mesa Arts Center open house for its Arts in Service program: live entertainment, demonstrations, refreshments and hands-on activities. Location: Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St, Mesa, AZ 85201 Dates: Sunday, November 8, 2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Admission: Free admission No ticket required Availability: Free and open to everyone; new participants get priority registration for spring 2027 classes Reference: https://www.visitmesa.com/blog/top-things-to-do-in-mesa-on-veterans-day/
From Generation to Generation - 40th Anniversary Celebration
Living Word Church's 40th anniversary celebration in Mesa, with a Friday program and Saturday family activities including mini golf, a train and inflatables. Location: Living Word Church, 3520 E. Brown Rd., Mesa, AZ 85213 Dates: Friday, November 6 - Saturday, November 7, 2026 Friday 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM; Saturday from 5:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Free Eventbrite listing; open community celebration Availability: Open to the public Reference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-generation-to-generation-40th-anniversary-celebrations-tickets-2001268205074
4th Annual Queen Creek Community Gratitude Gathering
Queen Creek's annual interfaith gratitude gathering at the Performing Arts Center, themed this year on gratitude for the rising generation. Location: Queen Creek Performing Arts Center, 22149 E Ocotillo Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142 Dates: Sunday, November 8, 2026 7:00 PM Admission: Not confirmed Not confirmed Availability: Open (4th annual community gathering; 2026 theme: 'Gratitude for the Rising Generation') Reference: https://queencreekchamber.com/events/page/103/
Chandler's Celebration of Arbor Day
Chandler's fall Arbor Day celebration: family activities and a free native five-gallon tree plus care kit for Chandler residents. Location: Folley Memorial Park, 601 E. Frye Road, Chandler, AZ 85225 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Admission: Free No ticket required; a free tree requires proof of Chandler residency (one per household, while supplies last) Availability: Open; free trees and care kits first-come, first-served Reference: https://www.chandleraz.gov/events/chandlers-celebration-arbor-day
Beer Run - AZ Wilderness Gilbert Brewpub (Arizona Brewery Running Series)
An untimed 5K fun run starting and ending at Arizona Wilderness' Gilbert Brewpub, with a free craft beverage and live entertainment after the finish. Location: Arizona Wilderness Gilbert Brewpub, 721 N Arizona Ave, Gilbert, AZ 85233 Dates: Sunday, November 8, 2026 11:00 AM Admission: Not confirmed (registration includes a free craft beverage and series swag) Online registration required in advance; no on-site registration Availability: Registration open (online only) Reference: https://www.breweryrunningseries.com/events
Mesa Shade Tree Workshop & Distribution
A City of Mesa workshop at Red Mountain Park where residents learn shade-tree care and take home two free desert-adapted trees. Location: Red Mountain Park, 7745 E Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 9:00 AM or 11:00 AM sessions Admission: Free (participants take home two free desert-adapted shade trees) Registration required (choose a session); Mesa residents Availability: Registration open via the City of Mesa Reference: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/AZMESA/bulletins/42edde5
Pilates at Schnepf Farms
An early-morning outdoor Pilates session on the grounds of Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek. Location: Schnepf Farms, 24810 South Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85142 Dates: Saturday, November 7, 2026 7:00 AM Admission: Not confirmed Tickets via Eventbrite Availability: Tickets on sale Reference: https://www.eventbrite.sg/d/az--queen-creek/schnepf-farms/
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