Things to do in Arizona
- January 2012
There are some great things to do in January in Arizona. With Arizona's birthday right around the corner there are plenty of Arizona themed events - but there are also many other reasons for people flocking to Arizona in January, including famous car auctions and world class golf events. I hope that you will find something that is ideal for you.
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Event dates, times and locations are subject to change. Some events require tickets or may charge fees for attendance. Please check with event organizers before attending.
Through - Jun 3 Arizona Valentine - Phoenix - Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport Terminal 3 throughout level 2. In another tribute to Arizona's upcoming 100th birthday this exhibit showcases pieces by various artists depicting their love of the state through their art. 602-273-2006
Dec 18 - Apr 29 Frank Lloyd Wright: Organic Architecture for the 21st Century Phoenix - Phoenix Art Museum - A look at one of the most influential architects of his time and how his legacy is felt today. This exhibit includes more than 150 works, including drawings, 33 of which have never been exhibited publicly – scale models, furniture and photography as well as video footage. $4-12, 602-257-1880
Jan 1- 11th Annual Kingman Polar Bear Plunge - Kingman - Who needs the Atlantic or Pacific when you can start the new year in a “chilling” way by braving the near freezing water of Centennial Pool! There are several unknown prizes at the bottom of the pool. Starts exactly at noon - Free to all that want to participate. 928-753-7919
Jan 1- First Day Hike - Apache Junction - Lost Dutchman State Park - Meet at Lost Dutchman State Park at the Saguaro day-use area. Join in on a ranger led hike on Treasure Loop Trail. Learn about the desert flora and fauna and the history of the Superstition Mountains and the Lost Dutchman Mine. This is a moderate hike, 2.5 miles round trip, 2 hours. $7 per vehicle. 9 am, 480-982-4485
Jan 2 - Tostitos Fiesta Bowl Brings You College Football’s Biggest Party - Glendale - Glendale Youth Sports 
Complex - Come on down to the ultimate tailgate experience. Enjoy pep rallies, university marching bands and cheerleaders, Jumbotrons, interactive games and food, 12:30 – 5:30 pm,http://www.fiestabowl.org
Jan 2 - 41st Annual Tostitos Fiesta Bowl Football Classic - Glendale - University of Phoenix Stadium - This year Oklahoma State will battle it out with Stanford to see who is the champion of the Big 12 Conference. 5:30 pm, 480-350-0911
Jan 5 - Jan 8 - Arizona National Horse Show - Scottsdale - WestWorld - This horse show includes events such as a cutting competition, a Quarterhorse show, 4-H & FFA Horse Shows & the AZ National Reining & Western Affiliate qualifying show. Starts at 8 am, 602-258-8568
Jan 7 - Jan 8 - 20th Annual Native American Art Festival “The Gathering” - Litchfield Park - Scout Park - Acquaint or re-acquaint yourself with authentic Native American art at this annual festival. This real Native American cultural experience features 200 artists displaying katsina sculpture, pottery, weaving and more. $5, 10 am - 5 pm, 623-935-5033
Jan 8 - 28th Annual Resolution Run 5K - Phoenix - Papago Park - Join in on this traditional way to start the New Year of to a healthy start. 5K run and walk with age division winners in each - 8 am - $20-25, 9 am, 480-345-5752
Jan 8 - A Celebration of the Fritts Organ - Tempe - ASU Organ Hall - Kimberly Marshall, who holds the Goldman Endowed Professorship in Organ at ASU will perform on the beautiful Fritts organ housed in Organ Hall. $8-19, 480-632-6447http://asuevents.asu.edu
Jan 11- Coffee at Kerr - Scottsdale - Kerr Cultural Center - At this informal discussion/performance featuring Arizona Opera singers you will learn a little about Madama Butterfly. Free (although a canned food donation is encouraged) but RSVP is required. 10:30 am, 480-596-2660http://asuevents.asu.edu
Jan 11 - Arizona Centennial Concert - Tempe - Tempe Center for the Arts - Highlights of the Arizona-themed concert will be “Arizona Centennial Overture,” a work commissioned by the Arizona Commission on the Arts, $6, 480-350-2822http://www.tempe.gov/tca/about/boxoffice.htm
Jan 12 - Jan 29 - In the Devil’s Frying Pan - Scottsdale - Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center - The Desert Foothills Theatre presents this original play with music based on the oral histories of Arizonans from the state’s territorial period through the time of its statehood. These stories of extraordinary Arizonans from all over the state illustrate how these disparate characters came together to form a unified state. $15-30,http://www.desertfoothillstheater.com/
Jan 14 - Mar 25 - 22nd Annual Celebration of Fine Art - Scottsdale - This is a unique experience in which you have the opportunity to meet and watch over 100 artists as they create their original works of art. Located in the big white tents on Scottsdale Rd and Loop 1010 Freeway. $8, 10 am - 6 pm, 480-443-7695http://www.celebrateart.com/
Jan 14 - Winter Trout Fishing Derby - Litchfield Park - Tierra Verde Lake Park - Your chances of catching 
something are pretty good as the lake is stocked with more than 500 lbs of trout! A license is not required for this event that includes food, prizes and giveaways. $4 per pole 15 and under; $6 per pole 16 and over, 7 am – 3 pm,http://www.litchfield-park.org
Jan 14 - Jan 15 - Elegance of Fountain Hills Antique Show - Fountain Hills - Fountain Hills Community Center - At this - the third of what is becoming an annual tradition, there will be vetted dealers from around the country displaying everything from fine arts to high quality antiques of European, Early American, Native American and Western Cultures. 602-717-7337http://www.azantiqueshow.com
Jan 14 - 17th Annual Multicultural Festival - Chandler - Chandler Public Library - Celebrate cultural diversity at this festival that features musical performances, visual art demonstrations, dance troupes and storytellers representing cultures from near and far. Free, 11 am - 5 pm,http://chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=157
Jan 16 - Jan 22 - 41st Annual Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction - Scottsdale - WestWorld - The rich and famous, as well as the not-so rich and famous, flock to Scottsdale to see the largest and most prestigious antique/classic car auction in the world. Over 700+ American & European classic, sports & racing cars will be auctioned off to buyers from around the globe. 9 am - 10 pm, 480-421-6694http://www.barrett-jackson.com
Jan 18 - Valley Readers Theatre Group Performance - Phoenix - Heard Museum - Professional actors retell tales of old Arizona in the first of a series of readings commemorating the Arizona Centennial. Free, 1 pm, http://www.heard.org
Jan 19 - 4th Annual A Taste of Art ArtWalk - Scottsdale - Scottsdale Arts District along Main Street & Marshall Way - Dozens of art galleries open and hosting multiple opening receptions, live music, restaurant samples along the route and other special treats, 7-9 pm, 480-990-3939 http://www.scottsdalegalleries.com
Jan 19 - Jan 20 13th Annual Automobiles of Arizona - Phoenix - Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa - Although not as large as Barret Jackson this auction features some of the world's most influential automobiles. 800-211-4371 http://www.rmauctions.com
Jan 19 - Apr 1- 8th Annual Arizona Fine Art Expo - Scottsdale - Southwest corner of Jomax & Scottsdale Rd - Watch over 100 nationally acclaimed fine artisans working in a studio environment. There will be hands-on art demonstrations and workshops, entertainment, a café and on weekends there will be musical entertainment, $8, 10 am – 6 pm, 480-837-7163 http://www.ArizonaFineArtExpo.com
Jan 19 - Bonhams Inaugural Scottsdale Sale - Scottsdale - Westin Kierland Resort & Spa -At this event there will be exceptional motorcars, including a 1924 Isotta Fraschini Tino 8 Torpedo Tourer, a 1932 Packard Model 904 Custom Convertible Victoria and Marlene Dietrich’s former 1929 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Transfromable Convertible Sedan http://www.bonhams.com/usa/carsusascottsdale
Jan 20 - Jan 21 - 15th Annual Mitch Silver Car Auction - Fountain Hills - Ft. McDowell Casino - Come to look at and perhaps bid on over 600+ classic and antique cars being auctioned in the big tent. Live entertainment Fri & Sat night, 10 am – 11 pm, 480-837-1654http://www.SilverAuctions.com
Jan 20 - Jan 21 - Gooding and Company Scottsdale Auction - Scottsdale - Fashion Square - Offering for sale a collection of approximately 70 of the finest vintage and classic cars, $30 admission, $75 for auction catalogue and two admissions, viewing Thu-Fri 9 am – 6 pm, Sat 8:30-10:30 am, auction at 11 am, 310-899-1960http://www.goodingco.com
Jan 21 - 2012 AZ Chinese New Year Festival - Chandler - Chandler Center for the Arts - Celebrate the Chinese New Year with a variety show including traditional Chinese dance acts, martial arts, instrumental and vocal performance and Chinese music. $10, 7 pm, 480-782-2680
Jan 22 - Jan 27 - Annual Quilting in the Desert - Phoenix - Four Points Sheraton - At this week long event there will be educational seminar for quilters from beginners to advanced. Learn from internationally recognized teachers as they present workshops in various quilting techniques. Some free events, $30 registration plus workshop fees, 9 am – 5 pm, 602-788-3408http://www.quiltcamp.com
Jan 23 - Jan 29 - Phoenix Chinese Week - Phoenix - A week long celebration culminating in a 3-day festival with booths, entertainment, food, cultural and history displays and a children’s pavilion,www.phoenixchineseweek.com
Jan 24 - Tuesday Morning Music & Tea - Scottsdale - Kerr Cultural Center - Enjoy a performance by Stephen Cook, titled “Picturing Ravel,” Free, but RSVP. Bring food to donate to Vista Del Camino Food Bank, 10:30 am, 480-596-2660http://asuevents.asu.edu
Jan 27 - Jan 29 - 22nd Annual Chinese Week & Culture & Cuisine Festival - Phoenix - Chinese Cultural Center - Sponsored by Phoenix Sister Cities Commission. At this festival there will be Chinese cuisine, arts & crafts, performances of the dragon and lion dance, folk dances, a mah-jong booth, martial arts demos, musical performances, a photo exhibit and hands-on activities. Free, parking is $5, Fri 9 am – 5 pm, Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 10 am – 4 pm,http://phoenixchineseweek.org/
Jan 28 - Jan 29 - 22nd Annual High Noon Western Americana Antique Show - Mesa - Civic Center - See more than 150 quality Western Indian & Fine Art dealers displaying fine Western art, boots, advertising, Indian rugs and beadwork, Charro, Vaquero, historical firearms, Hollywood cowboy, western books & photography, historic & silver saddles, $10/day, $15/weekend. 310-202-9010http://www.highnoon.com
Jan 28 - Jan 29 - 21st Annual Military Vehicle Show - Phoenix - Peoria Sports Complex - Includes military vehicles from WWI to Desert Storm, vehicle parts, tools, supplies & unique militaria, toys and art, food available, collectibles, $5, 9 am – 4 pm, 480-497-9722http://www.armytrucks.org
Jan 28 - Feb 5 - Arizona Sun Country Circuit Quarter Horse Show - Scottsdale - WestWorld - One of the top ten American Quarter Horse shows in the nation, this circuit is full of six shows including three youth shows, all events are offered in English & Western. There will be vendors for shopping, free, 8 am - 6 pm, 623-419-6318www.suncircuit.com
Jan 28 - Annual Sun City West Clay Club “Pot Party” - Sun City West - Clay Club Area Beardsley Recreation Center - More than 50 local potters will be displaying and selling their unique one-of-a-kind, hand-built and wheel thrown pottery pieces. You can also see demonstrations of wheel throwing and hand building pottery, free, 9 am – 3 pm, 623-544-6530
Jan 30 - Feb 5 - 76th Annual Waste Management Phoenix Open - Scottsdale - Tournament Players Club of Scottsdale - One of the PGA Tour's top events, with some of the largest crowds on the tour. Your chance to see some of the finest golfers in the world, $20/day or ticket packages, 8 am - 6 pm, 602-870-0163http://wastemanagementphoenixopen.com
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West USA Realty
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