This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for  November 12-17.
Calendar listings include public events and attractions from around the Valley and state. Confirm information before making plans by calling the listed phone number, or check each website for last minute confirmation or cancellations. E-mail [email protected] to submit events for consideration.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Phoenix Home & Garden 2024 Home Tour
Saturday, November 16

Are you looking for some inspiration for your home? Then you won’t want to miss this self-guided tour of some of the most beautiful private residences in the Valley. You will also have the opportunity to pick the brains of the area’s leading designers and architects, as well as the editors of Phoenix Home & Garden. VIP ticket holders get early admission and access to even more stunning homes, as well as a cocktail reception with catered nibbles to cap off the day. The tour stops will be released to ticket holders on Nov. 15. General admission, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; VIP, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; $85-$125, tickets.phoenixmag.com

Canal Convergence
Through November 17

Eye-popping art that reflects color, water and light in both the literal and metaphorical sense will illuminate the Arizona Canal this fall. This annual event, presented by Scottsdale Public Art, will also feature hands-on activities, workshops, music and dance performances, and a beer and wine garden. Scottsdale Waterfront, 7135 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, canalconvergence.com

AZ Barrels, Bottles & Brews
November 16

Tap into this event that features more than 25 local breweries, distilleries and wineries. There will also be a variety of food trucks to keep you and your designated driver happy. 1-5 p.m. $19-$85. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, azbottlesandbrews.com

Grand Canyon Railway’s Polar Express
Through December 30

Santa’s elves will read Chris Van Allsburg’s popular holiday book (the basis for the movie starring Tom Hanks) as your family ventures up to “the North Pole.” There will be hot chocolate, cookies, sing-alongs and Santa Claus. Check website for dates. The train leaves at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Grand Canyon Railway Hotel and RV Park, 233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd., Williams, 888-848-3511, thetrain.com

49th Annual Phoenix 10K Presented by HonorHealth Foundation
November 12

ace up your kicks and head to the starting line. Running season begins with a scenic race at Biltmore Fashion Park. Challenge yourself with a half-marathon or start simple with a 5K. Either way, a medal and a party await you at the finish line. The half-marathon race starts at 7 a.m. The 5K and 10K races begin at 8 a.m. Check website for entry fees. Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, phoenix10k.com

Sarah Silverman
November 14

The two-time Emmy-winning comedian will be performing a new comedy set she has titled Postmortem. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com

Shemer Honors Tom Bollinger
November 15

Every year, Shemer Art Center honors a successful artist who has also impacted creativity in the state. This year, that honor goes to sculptor and founder/managing owner of the world-renowned art foundry Bollinger Atelier, Tom Bollinger. Celebrate his distinguished career at this gala to recognize his achievements. 5:30-10 p.m. Tickets start at $250. Shemer Art Center, 5005 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, 602-262-4727, shemerartcenter.org

2024 Niteflite: Time Flies Golf and Gala
November 15-16

This two-day event will feature a unique five-person-per-group format with a modified best-ball-scramble scoring system, play-with-the-pros holes, longest drive contests, closest-to-the-pin contests, and prizes for the top teams. The following day will be an evening of food, music and fun on the Wet Deck of The W Scottsdale. Golf begins on Friday at 8:30 a.m. at McCormick Ranch Golf Club, 7505 E. McCormick Pkwy., Scottsdale. The gala begins on Saturday at 6 p.m. at The W Scottsdale, 7277 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, saguaros.com

World of Illumination
November 15-December 29

Countless colorful lights will twinkle to the music on your car radio as you drive through this immersive 1-mile light show. Tempe will have an Enchanted Surfer theme, while Rockin’ Christmas will be the theme of Glendale’s display. Check website for times and ticket prices. Tempe Diablo Stadium, 2200 W. Alameda Dr., Tempe. Desert Diamond Casino, 9431 W. Northern Ave., Glendale, worldofillumination.com

Sabrina Carpenter
November 13

After opening for Taylor Swift abroad earlier this year, the pop singer and former Disney star behind the hit “Espresso” is headlining a tour of her own. 7 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com

Mat Kearney
November 14

The singer-songwriter’s latest record was written during the pandemic. Kearney reconnected with what he loves about performing his music, and that passion is what has made his latest tour a must-see. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. The Van Buren, 401 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, 480-659-1641, livenation.com

Playbook
November 12-14

Trainual hosts this speaker-oriented event at Warehouse215 in Downtown Phoenix, featuring guest lectures by Shark Tank’s Daymond John and Phoenix Suns CEO Josh Bartlestein. More info at playbook.trainual.com

Tianyu Lights Festival 
Through January 5

Nature and art come together in one spectacular walk-through light show. Displays include forest creatures, pandas, unicorns, dragons and a three-story, color-changing “butterfly tree.” W.-Su., 5:30-10:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Camelback Ranch – Glendale, 10710 W. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, tianyuculture.us

THEATRE & DRAMA

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
November 12-December 23

When the Christmas Eve weather gets too foggy for Santa, the time for reindeer games is over, and only one reindeer can guide the big guy’s sleigh. Sa, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Su, 2 p.m. $15. Herberger Theater Center Stage West, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, 480-921-5700, childsplayaz.org

Danny Go! Live!
November 13

This silly YouTube Kids program about a boy who loves dancing and using his imagination is hitting the road in a spectacular stage show. 5 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com

Fashion Week 4 Kids
November 16

Now is the time for your little designer to get in on the Fashion Week fun. This one-of-a-kind event will be filled with a full day of fashion shows, family-friendly entertainment and children’s activities, all featuring the latest trends and designers. Check website for schedule and other details. Desert Ridge Marketplace, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix, fw4kids.com

The Little Red Hen
Through November 24

The titular character wants to make some bread, but a chick is the only animal willing to help. Will the hen share the bread with the barnyard animals? Find out in this delightful adaptation of the 500-year-old story. Call for times. $15, adults; $10, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theater, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org

Holiday Inn
Now through November 23

It’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit. That must be why this production of the 1942 musical film about romance and yuletide cheer is getting underway weeks before Halloween. The film starred Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire, and featured songs by Irving Berlin, including “White Christmas,” which was allegedly written at the Arizona Biltmore, and inspired its own hit movie musical in 1954. Check website for days and times. $39-$55. Hale Centre Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com

Waitress: The Musical
Through November 24

The hit indie film about a waitress who longs for a new life is now a musical featuring music by Sara Bareilles. Call for times and ticket prices. Mainstage Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com

 

SPORTS

Phoenix Suns

Will this year be the one the Suns bring home a championship? Find out when the team takes on the Orlando Magic, Nov. 18; New York Knicks, Nov. 20; Los Angeles Lakers, Nov. 26; Brooklyn Nets, Nov. 27; Golden State Warriors, Nov. 30; San Antonio Spurs, Dec. 3; Indiana Pacers, Dec. 19; Detroit Pistons, Dec. 21; Denver Nuggets, Dec. 25; Dallas Mavericks, Dec. 27; and Memphis Grizzlies, Dec. 31. Call for times and ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, suns.com

Arizona Cardinals

The Red Sea will rise as the Cardinals take on the  Seattle Seahawks, Dec. 8; and the New England Patriots, Dec. 15. Call for kickoff times and ticket prices. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, azcardinals.com

ASU Football

The Sun Devils enter the Big 12 Conference with matchups against  Brigham Young University, Nov. 23. Call for times and ticket prices. Mountain America Stadium, 500 E. Veterans Way, Tempe, 480-727-0000, thesundevils.com

CONCERTS & COMEDY

MONDAY 

• Bear Hands with Worry Club @ Crescent Ballroom
• Rainbow Kitten Surprise with Madi Diaz @ Arizona Financial Theatre
• State Champs with Knuckle Puck, Meet Me @ The Altar & Daisy Grenade @ The Van Buren

TUESDAY

• Carol Ades with Sabrina Song @ The Rebel Lounge
• Cowboy Bebop LIVE! @ The Van Buren

WEDNESDAY

• Bay Faction with Nitefire @ Valley Bar
• Danny Go! Live! @ Arizona Financial Theatre

THURSDAY

• Mat Kearney @ The Van Buren
• Sarah Silverman @ Arizona Financial Theatre

FRIDAY

• Cut Chemist @ Thundercat Lounge
• Dayglow with Teenage Dads @ Arizona Financial Theatre
• The Drums @ Marquee Theatre
• Highly Suspect @ The Van Buren
• Mariah Carey’s Christmas Time @ Footprint Center

SATURDAY

• Tiago PZK @ Crescent Ballroom
• Chase Atlantic with 24kGoldn @ Arizona Financial Theatre
• Mason Ramsey with Halle Kearns @ Valley Bar
• Washed Out @ The Van Buren

Buy tickets at LIVENATION.COM or TICKETMASTER.COM

 

THINGS TO DO LOOK AHEAD

28th Annual Hidden in the Hills
November 22-24, 29-December 1

The state’s longest-running art tour is the perfect place to find that one-of-a-kind gift.Take a self-guided studio excursion through the Desert Foothills communities of Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale, where more than 160 nationally recognized and up-and-coming artists’ work will be displayed and available for purchase. F-Su, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Check website for a map of participating galleries. 480-575-6624, sonoranartsleague.org

A Conversation With Larry David
November 22

The star of Curb Your Enthusiasm will talk about his time as a comedian, co-creating the hit sitcom Seinfeld, and, of course, his beloved HBO comedy show, which recently aired its final season. 8 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com

65th Annual Phoenix Heart Ball 
November 23

Heart disease affects everyone. It’s the cause of 20 percent of deaths in the U.S., which means the American Heart Association needs plenty of funds for the research necessary to change that statistic for the better. 6:30 p.m. Ticket packages start at $1,000. The Phoenician, 6000 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, 602-414-5337, phoenixheartball.heart.org

January 18-26
Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction