As an ever-increasing part of the world’s population is concentrated in cities, a number of questions are critical for the quality of live of billions of people. Participants will discuss why people want to live in an increasingly stressed environment, and discuss alternatives as part of this Big Ideas forum. Free. Anthem Community Center, 3701 W. Anthem Way,...

The Scottsdale Gallery Association’s Gold Palette ArtWalk this month is themed “Contemporary Focus,” honoring Scottsdale Contemporary Month. During this special event, multiple galleries will be hosting contemporary artists. Free. Main Street from Scottsdale Road to Goldwater Boulevard and north of Indian School on Marshall Way to 5th Avenue. Free. 7–9 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com

New Anthem residents Tim and Sonya Flaherty, owners of Entertainment Events, will present the hilarious off-Broadway comedy, “The Unusual Suspects” at Anthem Country Club’s Ironwood Room. Open to the public. $44–54. 2708 W. Anthem Club Dr., Anthem. 7:30 p.m. Visit website for tickets; search “The Unusual Suspects.” cofare.io

It’s almost time for the Fifth Annual Support Education and Employment for Veterans (S.E.E.4VETS) Charity Golf Tournament to be held Nov. 16 at Wigwam Resort. Sponsorship opportunities begin at $100/tee box sign, and cost to play is $100/player. Register online. see4vets.org

It’s a cheddar double-header! Salt River Fields is the place to be to try dozens of different version of childhood heaven. Live music, games, libations and more. $15 general admission; $75 VIP. 7555 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. 480-666-5545; macandcheesefestaz.com

Join Desert Foothills Land Trust and friends for a day of adventure and exploration as you learn about the plants, animals, people and landscape of our incredible Sonoran Desert environment. Free. Jewel of the Creek Preserve. See website for map and directions. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 480-488-6131, ext. 200; dflt.org

The 25th Annual ArtFest features 120 artists selling paintings, sculptures, jewelry, metal art, ceramics, and glass art as well as authors and visual artists. Enjoy live music, delicious eats and an interactive zone for the kids. Free parking and admission; dogs are welcome. Civic Center Plaza, 7375 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 888artfest.com

Nothing beats-a pizza! More than a dozen pizza makers will sell slices, half-pies, full-pies. Live bands, lawn games, desserts, local vendors, kids’ zone and more. Benefits Downtown Phoenix, Inc. $10 online; $12 at gate; free for children 5 and under. Margaret T. Hance Park, 1201 N. 3rd St., Phoenix. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. phoenix.pizza/tickets

Las Tiendas in Cave Creek will host Musical and Magical Fall Festival Under the Stars. Enjoy some of the Creek’s best food, local art and live music and find gifts for everyone on your list. Free. 6130 E. Cave Creek Rd., Cave Creek. 5–8 p.m. lastiendascavecreek.com

Celebrate the Wigwam’s centennial with live music, beer tasting, live music and food trucks. Must be 21+ to attend. Event benefits the Honey Foundation. $30–55. 300 E. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. 6:30–9:30 p.m. 623-935-3811; wigwamarizona.com