OctoberWest, PBR Ridge Rider Days, Monster Jam and more!

PHOENIX – Who’s ready for the weekend? Check out these fun events happening around the valley October 4-6.

OktoberWest – A Kierland After Dark Event

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa is an ABC15 sponsor

When: Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m
Where: The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa at 6902 East Greenway Parkway, Scottsdale
Cost: General admission: $45

The OktoberWest Festival at the Westin Kierland combines an Oktoberfest atmosphere with country-western flair and boasts extraordinary attractions. Your entry includes: 4 hours of non-stop entertainment with live performances and DJ, mechanical bull riding, line dancing and two-stepping on a huge dance floor, Wild West entertainment with Johnny Hotshot’s one-man show, comedy and magic with the incredible Chris Rose and much more! Delicious barbecue and a full bar are available for purchase. Wear your best western outfit, grab your friends, and join us outside on Pittman Lawn for an unforgettable night under the stars.

The Westin Kierland

Friday, October 4th

Arizona State Fair

When: Friday – Sunday
Where: Arizona State Fairgrounds, Phoenix
Cost: Admission is $15

The Arizona State Fair is celebrating 140 years of fun this month! Experience all the fun now through Sunday, October 27th.

Arizona State Fair

PBR Ridge Rider Days

When: Friday – Sunday
Where: Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale
Cost: Day tickets range from $20 to $35

Experience the adrenaline rush as riders unite for ultimate glory! This is your chance to witness talented bull riders compete against powerful, stubborn bulls to see which team can come out on top!

Andy Watson

Goldrush Music Festival

When: Friday – Saturday
Where: Phoenix Raceway
Cost: Tickets start at $122

This immersive event invites EDM fans to saddle up and prepare for the Wild West of Goldrush. This year’s line-up includes Alesso, the Chainsmokers, Ganja White Night, Slander, Black Tiger Sex Machine and many more.

DL Hughley

When: Friday – Sunday
Where: Stand Up Live, Phoenix
Cost: Tickets start at $40

Comedian DL Hughley will be appearing at Stand Up Live in Phoenix all weekend.

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Monterey Bay FC vs. Phoenix Rising FC

When: 7:30 p.m
Where: Phoenix Rising Stadium
Cost: Tickets start at $15

Phoenix Rising hosts Monterey Bay FC on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m

Alex Cooper: Unwell Tour

When: 8 p.m
Where: Arizona Financial Theater
Cost: Tickets start at $77.50

Social media influencer and podcaster Alex Cooper will perform her “Unwell Tour” at the Arizona Financial Theater on Friday night at 8 p.m.

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Pitbull: Party After Dark Tour

When: 8 p.m
Where: Talking Stick Resort Amphitheater
Cost: GA lawn tickets start at $121

Mr. 305 appears at 602! Pitbull brings his “Party After Dark Tour” to the Talking Stick Resort Amphitheater.

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Saturday, October 5th

CFB: Kansas vs. Arizona State

When: 5 p.m
Where: Mountain America Stadium, Tempe
Cost: Tickets start at $45

The ASU Sun Devils face Kansas on Saturday night at Mountain America Stadium.

The 25th Annual Mariachi and Folklórico Festival

When: 7 p.m
Where: Chandler Center for the Arts
Cost: Tickets start at $48

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexican culture with a Chandler tradition! The festival will feature mariachi legends Leyendas del Mariachi, consisting of renowned musicians from such outstanding groups as Mariachi Vargas, Mariachi Cobre and Mariachi Los Camperos. These extraordinary artists have come together to form Leyendas del Mariachi (Legends), a special ensemble that will come to Chandler to celebrate the festival’s silver anniversary. The 25th anniversary event will also feature mesmerizing performances by Ballet Folklórico Quetzalli-AZ and Los Lupeños de San Jose, whose colorful and dynamic dances capture the essence of Mexico.

Mariachi and Folklorico Festival at the Chandler Center for the Arts

Monster Jam

When: 7 p.m
Where: State Farm Stadium, Glendale
Cost: Tickets start at $25

Experience great family fun at Monster Jam. The world’s most unexpected, memorable and memorable motorsports experience for families and fans returns to Glendale today, Saturday, October 5, for an adrenaline-pumping weekend at State Farm Stadium. Monster Jam pits world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks as they tear up the dirt in open competitions of speed and skill.

Monster Jam

Wynonna Judd: Back to Wy

When: 7:30 p.m
Where: Arizona Financial Theater
Cost: Tickets start at around $60

Wynonna Judd is coming to the valley! She will perform at the Arizona Financial Theater on Saturday evening.

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Chayanne

When: 8 p.m
Where: Footprint Center, Phoenix
Cost: Tickets start at $54

Chayanne takes the stage at the Footprint Center on Saturday night!

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Three Dog Night

When: 8 p.m
Where: Wild Horse Pass, Chandler
Cost: Tickets start at $39

’70s band Three Dog Night will be rocking Wild Horse Pass in Chandler on Saturday night.

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Sunday, October 6th

Imagine Dragons: Loom World Tour

When: 7 p.m
Where: Talking Stick Resort Amphitheater
Cost: Tickets start at $92.75

Imagine Dragons brings its “Loom World Tour” to the Talking Stick Resort Amphitheater on Sunday night.

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Fletcher: Looking for the Antidote tour

When: 8 p.m
Where: Arizona Financial Theater
Cost: $52