Vrbo Fiesta Bowl (College Football Playoff Semifinal) (January (2026: January 8)). Annual college football bowl game at State Farm Stadium, Glendale. Part of the College Football Playoff system since 2014; first played in 1971.
Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction (January, Scottsdale (annual)). The world's largest collector car auction, held annually in Scottsdale (Greater Phoenix). Attracts global collectors and media attention.
WM Phoenix Open ('The People's Open') (February (2026: Feb 2-8; 2027: Feb 8-14), TPC Scottsdale). Annual PGA TOUR event, first played in 1932. The best-attended tournament in professional golf, with 500,000+ fans; known for the iconic par-3 16th hole coliseum. Raised a record $20.1 million for local charities in…
Cactus League Spring Training (Late February through late March (2026: Feb 20 - Mar 24)). 15 MLB teams play at 10 stadiums across Greater Phoenix. One of two U.S. spring training circuits.
Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair and Market (March (2026: March 7-8)). Annual two-day event at the Heard Museum, Phoenix. The largest Native American art market in Arizona, featuring 600+ artists from 100+ American Indian, Alaska Native, and Canadian First Nations communities.
Arizona State Fair (October (closed Mondays and Tuesdays), at Arizona State Fairgrounds, Phoenix). Annual state fair held at 1826 W. McDowell Rd., Phoenix. Running since 1884 (with gaps); features rides, livestock, entertainment, and food.