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Club Crawl Events
Hailed as one of the top six parades in the country by USA Today, the annual Fort McDowell Fiesta Bowl Parade (Central Ave, Phoenix, 480.350.0911, 11am, free) is a New Year’s tradition in the Valley of the Sun. The theme of this year’s parade is “A Celebration of Champions” and features an array of floats, larger-than-life helium balloons and performances by the best of local high school marching bands. Tickets are available for a limited amount of reserved risers, but come early and park a sun chair or blanket on any vacant Central Ave, Camelback or 7th Street sidewalk along the parade route for free.
Quite possibly one of the most premiere car auctions in the world, the 2007 Annual Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction (16601 N. Pima, Scottsdale, 480.421.6694, 1/16-21, $8-$160) reconvenes at Westworld in mid-January. This year’s auction is expected to clog up the streets of Scottsdale by drawing over 250,000 patrons from across the globe and will feature over 1,100 rare and collectible cars. Barrett-Jackson is set to kick off the event with an exclusive rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia auction on Monday, January 15th.
The pudding is served! Tickets are on sale now for the Sixth Annual Alice Cooper’s Christmas Pudding at the Dodge Theatre (400 W Washington, Phoenix, 602.379.2888, 12/16, 7:30pm, $33-$103) to benefit the Solid Rock Foundation for Arizona’s children and teens. Made up of various ingredients, the show includes musical entertainment, comedy and dance. Be on the lookout for this year’s Proof is in the Pudding winners displaying some of Arizona’s best musical talent. PF CHANG’S ROCK ‘N’ROLL MARATHON Run, Forrest, run! Fitness bad asses from Phoenix to Zimbabwe will flock to the Valley to participate in the Fourth Annual PF Chang’s Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon (Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe, 858.450.6510, 1/14, prices vary). Beginning at the Wesley Bolin Plaza at the state capital, this Boston Marathon qualifier has booked over 70 bands and stationed them to perform at each mile marker, as well as the marathon post-party at Tempe Beach Park. The Gin Blossoms headline this year’s concert series.
Be a part of the revitalization of urban Phoenix nightlife when Blend mixes it up at Palazzo (720 N Central, Phoenix, 602-635-7797, 1/14, 9pm to 2am, pricing TBD). Founded upon the premise “what goes around, comes around,” Blend’s three twenty-something founders are looking to push the urban Phoenix scene into previously uncharted territory. Their mission is to provide something unique that will attract and eclectic mix of people to their events. “BLEND is about creating an upscale yet unpretentious environment where people can ultimately find their own vibe by way of a diverse mix of music and DJs, a unique mix of interesting people, exotic drinks, and a great space to create a distinctive ambiance. BLEND will change form in terms of venue and theme, however this idea will remain consistent at all of our events,” Essen Otu, co-founder, said. The big three plan on holding BLEND quarterly. From the themed BLEND drinks like the Caipirinha to the DJ’s and music selection, BLEND is sure to be a highly sought after event every time it comes around. “We really did our homework to bring something that would blow people away and that would make you feel like you just walked into a club in NY, Miami, or Chicago. Our goal is that when you walk in, your first reaction is that you’ll feel like you are in one of those cities, but ultimately you will be in Phoenix,” Michael Stuard, another co-founder, said. SCOTTSDALE BLOCK PARTY Scottsdale is the place to be again this New Year’s with the 4th Annual “Champagne and Chefs” block party (Craftsman Court between 3rd & 5th Ave, Scottsdale, 800.370.2364, 12/31, 5pm, $35-100). Ring in 2007 with live music on two stages, the Valley’s best DJs, cooking demonstrations by award-winning chefs from a few of Arizona’s most distinguished restaurants and, of course, a midnight fireworks display. Get your drink on at Acme Bar & Grill, Dos Gringos, Upper Deck Sports Grill and Venue of Scottsdale with either the General Admission tickets or spring for the VIP package and get 15 drink tickets, free food and an exclusive champagne toast. Bring your ID with you and leave the young’uns at home.
Take 2.5 million lights, hundreds of animal themed light displays, new three-dimensional attractions and mix in 250,000 annual visitors and you’ve got ZooLights (455 N Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 602.273.1341, 11/23-1/7, 6-10pm, $5-8). The event, in its 15th year, is one of the most popular events in the area regardless of season. This year’s them, “Patterns of Light in the Night,” is all about what happens when the animal head to bed. Spectacular light arrangements on animals, in trees, on ice and in water highlight each evening. See talking giraffe Jengo plus 25 new, lighted penguin displays, a new Ice in Lights Den featuring unique lightings, patterned images and falling snow. If that’s not enough, try our carousel rides, hitch a trip on a wagon or sit down for a bite and a drink available from vendors throughout the zoo. Extra charges may apply for rides, Stingray Bay and Camel photos. All proceeds go directly toward the non-profit Phoenix Zoo. SANTA’S THEME PARK Get into the season with a trip to Santa’s Theme Park (I-10 and Wild Horse Pass, Chandler, 800.749.7268, 11/23-1/7, evening, $19+). With concerts nearly every night, 30+ attractions and enough lights to illuminate a small city, this year’s park is a truly grand event. Facility rentals are still available and make a great way to let your employees—or just a ton of friends—know that you appreciate them this holiday season. While many may claim the event is just a dressed up version of the Arizona State Fair, they’re wrong. Many attractions and events are unique to the park, so tell those grinches-in-training to lighten up and spread some cheer. For tickets and more information, check out visitsantas.com. |
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