Family & Kids: Little plans. Big smiles.

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Twelve Phoenix Valley family-friendly weekend highlights for November 6–8, 2026, with dates, practical details and organizer links.

A weekend with more possibilities

Family plans can be small and still give everyone something to look forward to: an outdoor movie, stories and crafts, a puppet performance, or time making something together. This November 6–8 collection brings twelve dated highlights together across the Phoenix Valley, with free community events alongside bookable activities.

Check the age guidance before choosing: the pottery class is for ages 8 and up, while The Little Red Hen is recommended for ages 2 and up. A free event does not automatically include food, parking, attractions or optional materials.

These ideas also introduce kinds of local experiences SquareMile helps people discover throughout the year—family arts, cultural celebrations, live performance, museums and time outdoors. When the featured dates pass, keep exploring the categories and use the original organizer links to look for future opportunities.

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Family & Kids · November 6–8, 2026

Details checked November 5, 2026, Arizona time. Availability can change; confirm before booking.

Current featured options

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Previously discovered · dated local ideas

Past dates, unavailable listings and details needing a new review stay as reference. The category explanations remain useful year-round; these are not current booking promises.

Moonlit Movie Night · Gilbert ↗
November 6, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Arizona time
Open-air event; check organizer updates
Verde at Cooley Station · The Lawn, Verde at Cooley Station, Gilbert, AZ
Watch Toy Story 5 outdoors, with family activities and nearby dinner options. Complimentary popcorn is advertised; do not assume unlimited supplies.
Free event; purchases extra. Families; bring blankets or chairs.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
Diwali Family Festival · Chandler ↗
November 6, 2026 · 5:30 PM–7:00 PM · Arizona time
No registration action displayed
Hamilton Library · 3700 S Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ 85248
Experience Indian dance performances, audience dancing and family crafts. Traditional Diwali attire is welcome but not required.
Library program; no fee stated on event detail. All ages.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
Bubble Fest · Scottsdale area ↗
November 7, 2026 · 11:00 AM–2:00 PM · Arizona time
No event admission fee
Arizona Boardwalk Courtyard · 9500 E Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Explore bubble science, giant bubbles, craft stations and foam play. The free event does not include paid Boardwalk attractions.
Free event; attractions and purchases separate. Family-friendly; stations first come, first served.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
Alma’s Way: Explore Your City · Phoenix ↗
November 7, 2026 · 10:00 AM–12:00 PM · Arizona time
Consult linked library listing for updates
Phoenix Public Library / Arizona PBS event · 3635 W Baseline Rd, Phoenix, AZ
Storytime, music, crafts, community helpers and the unveiling of an Alma’s Way Valley Metro bus.
Free family event. Family-friendly.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
Arbor Day Celebration · Chandler ↗
November 7, 2026 · 9:00 AM–11:00 AM · Arizona time
Use city agenda: event ends 11 AM; library calendar differs
Folley Memorial Park · 601 E Frye Road, Chandler, AZ 85225
Enjoy family activities, planting advice and time outdoors. The city event agenda is authoritative for the 9–11 AM window.
Free event. Tree giveaway: Chandler residents only, proof required; one per household while supplies last.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
Certified Local Fall Festival · Phoenix ↗
November 7, 2026 · 10:00 AM–4:00 PM · Arizona time
RSVP offered by organizer
Margaret T. Hance Park · 1202 N 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ
Meet Arizona makers, sample local food, hear live music and explore the family activity zone with crafts and a community mural.
Free admission; food, drinks, shopping and parking extra. Family-friendly; alcohol 21+ with ID.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
Diwali: Festival of Lights · Chandler ↗
November 7, 2026 · 10:00 AM–2:00 PM · Arizona time
Check organizer updates
Chandler City Hall Courtyard · 175 S Arizona Avenue, Chandler, AZ
Traditional and contemporary Indian dance and music, cultural tables, food and hands-on art activities. Separate from Friday’s library festival.
Free admission. All community members welcome.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
Bark in the Park · Peoria ↗
November 7, 2026 · 2:00 PM–5:00 PM · Arizona time
City requests registration, Course 129473
Pioneer Community Park · 8755 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ
Bring your dog for activities, local vendors and rescue organizations in the park.
Free community event. All ages; follow organizer dog-handling rules.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
18th Annual Día de los Muertos Festival · Avondale ↗
November 7, 2026 · 5:00 PM–9:00 PM · Arizona time
No paid event admission advertised
Avondale Goodyear Farms Historic Cemetery · 3720 N Santa Fe Trail, Avondale, AZ 85392
Music, live entertainment, food trucks, arts and crafts vendors and a community ofrenda, presented by Ballet Folklorico Esperanza and the City of Avondale.
Free admission; purchases separate. Family-friendly cultural celebration.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
Kids & Family Pottery Wheel · Peoria ↗
November 8, 2026 · 4:00 PM–5:30 PM · Arizona time
Advance registration; eight seats displayed at research, subject to change
Burst of Butterflies Create & Paint Studio · 8643 W Kelton Lane Suite 102, Peoria, AZ 85382
Try centering clay and shaping bowls or cups in a 90-minute guided class. Keeping and firing finished pieces costs extra.
$35 per person; optional finished pieces $20 each; check full checkout total. Minimum age 8.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
The Little Red Hen · Phoenix ↗
November 6, 2026 · 10:00 AM · Arizona time
Advance tickets required; Fri 10 AM, Sat 10 AM or 2 PM, Sun 2 PM
Great Arizona Puppet Theater · 302 W Latham St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
A sing-along puppet adaptation about the hen who works to make a loaf of bread. Choose an available performance.
Ticketed; check checkout total. Recommended ages 2+.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.
Unearthed Musical Masterpieces: Opening Weekend · Phoenix ↗
November 6, 2026 · 9:00 AM–5:00 PM · Arizona time
Nov6,7,8, 9 AM–5 PM; confirm selected program schedule
Musical Instrument Museum · 4725 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050
Discover ancient China’s music through live performances, crafts and learning activities. Museum admission and special-exhibition charges are distinct.
Programming with paid museum admission; special exhibition extra ($7 ages20+, $4 ages4–19, under4 free). All ages; daily activities vary; first come, first served.
Dated discovery · consult the organizer for current information.

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FAMILY & KIDS · WEEKEND PICKS
Little plans. Big smiles.
NOV 6–8, 2026 · PHOENIX VALLEY · 1 OF 2
Moonlit Movie Night · Gilbert · Fri Nov6 · 6PM · Verde at Cooley Station · Free
Diwali Family Festival · Chandler · Fri Nov6 · 5:30–7PM · Hamilton Library · All ages
Bubble Fest · Scottsdale area · Sat Nov7 · 11AM–2PM · Arizona Boardwalk · Free
Alma’s Way: Explore Your City · Phoenix · Sat Nov7 · 10AM–noon · Stories, crafts & music · Free
Arbor Day Celebration · Chandler · Sat Nov7 · 9–11AM · Folley Memorial Park · Free
Certified Local Fall Festival · Phoenix · Sat Nov7 · 10AM–4PM · Hance Park · Family activity zone
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NOV 6–8, 2026 · PHOENIX VALLEY · 2 OF 2
Diwali: Festival of Lights · Chandler · Sat Nov7 · 10AM–2PM · City Hall Courtyard · Free
Bark in the Park · Peoria · Sat Nov7 · 2–5PM · Pioneer Park · Free · Register
Día de los Muertos Festival · Avondale · Sat Nov7 · 5–9PM · Goodyear Farms Cemetery · Free
Kids & Family Pottery Wheel · Peoria · Sun Nov8 · 4–5:30PM · Ages8+ · $35 + optional pieces
The Little Red Hen · Phoenix · Fri–Sun · Multiple shows · Great Arizona Puppet Theater · Book
MIM Opening Weekend · Phoenix · Nov6–8 · 9AM–5PM · Paid museum entry · Exhibition extra
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