Holiday Artisan Market
Find a treasure trove of unique, original art and handmade holiday gifts. Free. Sonoran Arts League Center for the Arts, 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd., Ste. 144, Cave Creek. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 480-575-6624; sonoranartsleague.org
Las Noches de las Luminarias
Dec. 8-10; 15-17; 19-23; 26-30 Las Noches de las Luminarias This Desert Botanical Gardens’ favorite features more than 8,000 hand-lit luminaria bags, thousands of twinkle lights and 10 unique entertainment ensembles. $12.50–$30. Member discounts available. 1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. 480-941-1225; dbg.org
Cactus Shadows Alum, Big Earl’s Owner Shows Students What’s Cookin’
big earls greasy eatsBrooke Butler, owner of Big Earls Greasy Eats and Cactus Shadows Alumna (’08) and Big Earl’s kitchen manager Andrew Martin shared knife skills and other kitchen tricks in the school’s CTE culinary classroom last month. The two brought real-world experience to help students learn and appreciate all that goes on behind the scenes of a...
Musical Auditions for MTA Anniversary Show
Sing your way to Musical Theater of Anthem’s 10th anniversary show auditions for young actors ages 8-19 (with three roles for adults). Rehearsals begin Jan. 18; performances March 1–4. Prepare a one-minute song, sing a capella or bring an accompaniment CD or iPod. Registration materials and pre-audition workshop information available online. Tuition and costume fee...
Wednesdays at Terravita Farm ‘n’ Art Market
Farm fresh eats and delectable designs are the perfect pairing each Wednesday through May at Magic Bird's new Farm ‘n’ Art shows that combine the farmers’ market concept with a pinch of artisan spice. Free. 34402 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 3 to 7 p.m. magicbirdfestivals.com
Sugar Plum Avenue
The Scottsdale 5th Avenue District will be transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with the Sugar Plum Fairy and live ballet performances on the half hour. Live entertainment, aerial performances and interactive activities for children. Free. 3 to 7 p.m. scottsdazzle.com
A Jubilant Christmas Concert
Fill your hearts with the joy of Christmas as Christ the Lord Lutheran Church presents its annual Christmas concert. Bells will ring and the choir will sing holiday carols. Free. 9502 E. Cave Creek Rd., Carefree. 4 p.m. 480-488-2081; ctlcarefree.org
Carriage Rides with Mrs. Claus
Mrs. Claus and her helper Cowboy are coming to Las Tiendas in her beautiful white carriage, bringing stories, carolers, Bryan’s BBQ and holiday fun. Free gingerbread men for the kids! 6130 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 4 to 8 p.m. lastiendascavecreek.com
Carriage Rides with Mrs. Claus
Mrs. Claus and her helper Cowboy are coming to Las Tiendas in her beautiful white carriage, bringing stories, carolers, Bryan’s BBQ and holiday fun. Free gingerbread men for the kids! 6130 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 4 to 8 p.m. lastiendascavecreek.com
Concerts on the Canal
Scottsdale Waterfront’s Soleri Plaza will be the place to be for December’s Saturday night live music concerts. Free. 4420 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 7 to 8:30 p.m. experiencescottsdale.com