Uptown Magazine January 2019

transformation of California girl Elle
Woods as she tackles self-discovery
at Harvard Law School. It’s an
action-packed musical that showcases
memorable scenes as well
as lovable characters including
Elle’s very own chihuahua, Bruiser.
Equipped with LED technology,
inventive designs, and snazzy modern
scenery, this colorful, fun show
is perfect for lifting everyone’s
mood. 8 pm. Tickets start at $30.
www.americantheatreguild.com.
Doggie Street Festival
Jan. 26, Steele Indian School
Park
This annual festival is dedicated to
increasing dog and cat adoption.
Attendees can enjoy a diverse
range of topics concerning pet
care, health, training, adoption, foster
and well-being. There will also
be music, yummy eats, pet products
and services, an art area for
kids, special guests and speakers,
auction prizes and contests, a VIP
lounge and more. Bring your pup
along for the fun! 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free. www.doggiestreetfestival.org.
Grand Wine Festival
Jan. 26-27, Heritage Square
Prepare for two amazing days of
winemakers and wine tasting with
more than 35 Arizona wineries
pouring over 200 wines. This tasty
festival features live music, food
trucks and dozens of local vendors
from across the Valley. Taste a
variety of reds, whites and roses
from four growing regions in the
state of Arizona. You can even buy
a bottle or case of your favorite to
taste on the grass. Don’t miss the
fascinating wine seminars and the
wine auction on Saturday at 7:30
p.m. 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Saturday, 11
a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $20 admission
(tasting tickets sold separately).
www.arizonawine.org.
Connect2STEM
Jan. 26, The University of
Arizona College of Medicine –
Phoenix
It’s a Saturday just for the kids!
Connect2STEM, brought to you by
the University of Arizona, is a free
event focused on inspiring kids
to love science and technology.
With great activity zones for kids
age 4 to 16, this event is a fun
way encourage kids to learn while
playing. Special spaces include
the Wildcat Play Hospital, DaVinci
Surgery Robot and the Wildcat
Water Lab. Children and teens will
have the opportunity to learn about
outer space, water conservation
and animal anatomy. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Free. www.phoenixmed.arizona.edu.
TACOLANDIA
Jan. 26, Margaret T. Hance Park
It’s spicy. It’s tasty. It’s crunchy. It’s Tacolandia! This taco festival will feature the city’s best
taquerias and Mexican restaurants serving up authentic cuisine amid live entertainment
that highlights Mexican culture. Prepare your appetite because general admission gets you
unlimited taco samples from the likes of Los Sombreros, Willie’s Taco Joint, Superfarm
Supertruck and more. Drinks will be available at cash bars and awards will be given to local
particularly outstanding taquerias in various categories. VIP tickets get you all GA benefits
plus a private VIP entrance, access to the VIP lounge and two drink vouchers. 1-5 p.m. $25
general admission, $45 VIP admission. Ticket prices will increase. www.tacolandiaphx.com.
WWE Smackdown Live!
Jan. 29, Talking Stick Resort
Arena
Get ready for the ultimate wrestling
smackdown. Royal Rumble
is more than just a one-day event
— it is a week-long celebration.
In addition to Royal Rumble,
there will be three spectacular
live events taking place at Talking
Stick Resort Arena, include NXT
TakeOver, Monday Night Raw, and
SmackDown Live. Don’t miss the
ultimate culmination in this four-day
wrestling extravaganza. 5:30 pm.
Ticket prices vary by show. www.
talkingstickresortarena.com.
Sew, Quilt and Craft Festival
Jan. 31-Feb. 2, Arizona
Fairgrounds
The Arizona Fairgrounds gets
crafty with three days of all things
sewing, gluing, knitting and building.
At the Quilt, Craft & Sewing
Festival, you will find a wide variety
of sewing, quilting, needle-art and
craft supply exhibits from hundreds
of local and national companies.
There will be daily demos, needle
art make n’ takes and door prizes.
$12 for three days. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
www.quiltcraftsew.com.
Brighter Tomorrow Luncheon
Feb. 1, Arizona Biltmore
Jewish Family & Children’s Service
(JFCS) hosts its annual flagship
event showcasing the nonprofit
organization’s impact on nearly
50,000 people in the Valley. JFCS
aims to strengthen the community
through quality behavioral
health social services and primary
medical care to children, families
and adults. This year, the event’s
featured speaker will be Paul
Gionfriddo, president and CEO of
Mental Health America. Under 40
professionals and clergy, $180;
Family supporter, $250. 11:45
a.m. www.jfcsaz.org.
AZ Vegetarian Festival
Feb. 2-3, Scottsdale Civic
Center Amphitheater
You don’t have to be vegan to
enjoy this fun food-filled festival.
Featuring vegetarian food companies,
restaurants, and health
and wellness vendors from across
the Valley, this totally meat-free
event will leave you feeling full and
satisfied. Browse thousands of
vegan and vegetarian restaurants
along with health and wellness
vendors, vegetarian/animal welfare
information tables, and enjoy the
live entertainment and activities
throughout the day. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
$20 for one day; $50 both days.
www.azvegfoodfest.com.
Rio Salado Trail Run
Feb. 2, Rio Salado along the
Salt River
This fun-filled 15K, 10K and 5K
event includes multiple unique
terrain looping courses with varying
elevations. These courses are a
perfect way to enjoy the beauty and
wildlife of Rio Salado, a hidden gem
in the heart of Tempe. If making a
decision to use a sport stroller or
wheelchair, please keep in mind that
this is a trail run with different terrain
and elevations. Leashed well-behaved
pets are allowed at the event
as well. 6-11 a.m. Ticket prices vary.
www.riorun.phxfr.org.
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