2015 Gilbert AZ Fall Festival and Activities

2015 Fall Festivals and Activities in the Gilbert AZ

Last updated on December 2, 2015

The temperature in Gilbert AZ finally cool down and gives a welcome break from the summer heat and the opportunity to enjoy being outside more and spending time with friends and family. We have put a list of Fall Activities and Event that is happening in Gilbert AZ (top 25 best places to live in US), so that you can plan ahead, especially when you have friends and family planning to visit and enjoying our Fall and Winter.

9/11 Memorial Ceremony
This event will take place at Gilbert’s 9/11 Memorial at Town Hall on Friday, September 11, 2015 from 7:00-7:30 p.m. The program will include a joint Police and Fire Honor Guard presentation of colors, the Gilbert Fire and Rescue Department Pipe and Drum band, as well as remarks from Vice Mayor Jordan Ray, Fire Chief Jim Jobusch and Police Chief Tim Dorn.

In addition, there will be two search lights set up to create a lighted memorial in the sky from 7:00 p.m. until 10:30 p.m.

When: September 11, 2015
Where: Gilbert Civic Center (50 E. Civic Center Dr, South of Warner just East of Gilbert Rd)
Time: 7:00PM – 7:30PM
Additional Information: http://www.gilbertaz.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/1771/19

Constitution Fair 2015
The Constitution Fair is designed to both enlighten and entertain. Guests spend the evening visiting booths and displays that teach them about the Constitution before the main patriotic stage show begins. The event ends with an amazing 20 minute, 4th of July style firework display.

When: September 19, 2015
Where: Gilbert Civic Center (50 E. Civic Center Dr, South of Warner just East of Gilbert Rd)
Time: 6:00PM – 9:00PM
Additional information: http://constitutionweekusa.com/

4th Annual Gilbert Art Walk 2015-20116
4th Annual Gilbert Art Walks season is October 2015 – March 2016 on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from 9:00 am til 1:00 pm Downtown Gilbert.
Date:
Oct 3rd & 17th
Nov 7th, 14th & 28th (small business Saturday)
Dec 5th, 12th & 19th
Jan 2nd & 16th
Feb 6th & 20th
Mar 5th &19th
Additional information: http://www.gilbertartwalk.com/

2015 Downtown Concert Series
The Downtown Concert Series is held at the Water Tower Plaza in the heart of Gilbert’s Heritage District. Grab your family and friends, pack a picnic basket or visit one of the Gilbert’s local restaurants for take out and join us for some evening entertainment at the base of the popular Gilbert water tower where local bands will perform a variety of genres of music.

October 8, 2015
6:30-8:30pm at Water Tower Plaza
Swain’s World

October 22, 2015
6:30-8:30pm at Water Tower Plaza
Sir Harrison Band

November 5, 2015
6:30-8:30pm at the New Saint Xavier Campus
Come Back Buddy

November 18, 2015
Special Start Time- 6:00-8:30pm -Water Tower Plaza
Joshua Stone Band

December 3, 2015
6:30-8:30pm at Water Tower Plaza
Dueling Pianos

Additional Information: http://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/special-events/concerts-in-the-park

8th Annual Taste of SanTan
Annual Taste of SanTan benefitting Save the Family Foundation of AZ. Proceeds from the events will help fund Save the Family’s operations to fund housing and supportive services to low-income, homeless, and veteran families.

When: October 9, 2015
Where: SanTan Village – Near Barnes and Noble
Time: 6:00PM to 9:30PM
Admission:
Early Bird until 9/18 – $45/person
After 9/18 & at Door – $50/person
Raffle – $20/ticket, $50 for 4 tickets, $100 for 12 tickets (cannot buy raffle tickets online)
Includes unlimited food tastings, four (4oz.) beer tastings, and two drink tickets per person
Event attendees must be 21 years of age or older

Additional information: http://savethefamily.org/events/8th-annual-taste-of-santan

BARKtoberfest 2015
BARKtoberfest is “a party in the park for dogs and their human companions”. The East Valley Tribune’s 2015 “Best Annual Event” in Gilbert, this event has grown each year and we expect to have over 7,500 people in attendance!

When: October 10, 2015
Where: Gilbert Civic Center
Time: 9:00am to 3:00pm
Additional information: http://www.azfriends.org/azfriends2/home/Events/Barktoberfest.aspx

2015 The Paisley Pumpkin Holiday Festival
The Paisley Pumpkin Holiday Street Fair & Festivals to include local crafters and local businesses.

When:
October 31, 2015 – The Paisley Pumpkin Holiday Festival – Dana Park
November 7, 2015 – The Paisley Pumpkin Holiday Street Fair #1 – San Tan Village
November 14, 2015 – The Paisley Pumpkin Holiday Street Fair #2 – San Tan Village
November 21, 2015 – The Paisley Pumpkin Holiday Street Fair #3 – San Tan Village
December 5, 2015 – The Holiday Balloon Glow and Gift Bazaar – San Tan Village

Additional information: https://thepaisleypumpkin.com/

2015 Veterans Day Ceremony
Celebrate your patriotism, American pride by honoring our veterans! The ceremony features presentation of colors, music by local schools, special guest speakers, food and refreshments, and much more.

When: November 5, 2015
Where: Civic Center Campus- Gilbert Road just south of Warner Road.
Time: 11:00am- Patriotic Music performed by Williams Field High School Band

11:30 Veterans Day Ceremony

Additional Information: http://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/special-events/veteran-s-day

2015 Gilbert Fall Carnival
Enjoy one full weekend of fun and thrill seeking rides at Crossroads Park. We will be bringing an exciting carnival to Town with rides for the whole family. Enjoy rides such as the Ferris wheel, the berry go round, tilt-a-whirl and much more. There will also be plenty of challenging carnival games to win prizes and great food to try.

When:
October 8, 2015 – 5pm-9pm
October 9, 2015 – 5pm-10pm
October 10, 2015 – Noon-10pm
October 11, 2015 – Noon-8pm
Where: Crossroads Park

Gilbert Days Events
Gilbert Days 5k and 1 Mile Run
When: November 20, 2015
Where: Freestone Park

Gilbert Days Parade
When: November 21, 2015
Where: Gilbert Heritage District

Gilbert Half Marathon
When: November 21, 2015
Where: Starts at Higley High School and runners will finish at the end of the Gilbert Days Parade.
Additional Information: http://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/special-events/fall-carnival

*** Multiple Road Closures on Saturday, November 21st, for Gilbert Days Events ***

Holiday Balloon Glow 2015
Enjoy 18 hot air balloons, kids activities, live entertainment, and more!
When: December 5, 2015
Where: Santan Village (south of Dick’s Sporting Goods)
Time: Entertainment start at 3:00pm – 9:00pm

Additional information: http://www.shopsantanvillage.com/Events

Riparian After Dark
Join us to watch the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch come alive with a holiday glow! Stroll around the candle lit trail at Water Ranch lake with hundreds of luminaries, as well as numerous festive light displays at every turn. This is a rare opportunity for those who appreciate nature to experience the thrill of the preserve at night. In addition to the lighted trail, we will feature a variety of school choirs, carolers and other live holiday entertainment. Light refreshments will be available for purchase.

When:
December 11 & 12, 2015
December 18 & 19, 2015
Where: Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch
Time: 5:30pm-9:00pm
Additional Information: http://www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/special-events/riparian-after-dark

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