Things to do around the valley this week (November 18-24)

This is a curated list of weekly events around the Phoenix area for 18-24 November.
Calendar listings include public events and attractions from across the valley and state. Confirm information before making plans by calling the phone number provided or check each website for last-minute confirmation or cancellations. E-mail [email protected] to submit arrangements for consideration.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Cyndi Lauper
19 November

The “True Colors” singer is on the road one last time. While she has clarified that the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour does not mean retirement, she will celebrate her multi-faceted career. 20.00 Check the website for ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, footprintcenter.com

28th Annual Hidden in the Hills
22.-24. November, 29.-1. December

The state’s longest-running art tour is the perfect place to find that one-of-a-kind gift. Take a self-guided field trip through the Desert Foothills communities of Cave Creek, Carefree, and North Scottsdale, where the work of more than 160 nationally recognized and up-and-coming artists will be on display and available for purchase. F-Sun, 10.00-17.00 Check the website for a map of participating galleries. 480-575-6624, sonoranartsleague.org

A conversation with Larry David
November 22

The Curb Your Enthusiasm star will talk about his time as a comedian, helping to create the hit comedy Seinfeld, and of course his beloved HBO comedy show, which recently aired its final season. 20.00 Check the website for ticket prices. Arizona Financial Theatre, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 602-514-2919, livenation.com

65th Annual Phoenix Heart Ball
23 November

Heart disease affects everyone. It is the cause of 20 percent of deaths in the United States, which means the American Heart Association needs lots of funding for the research needed to change this statistic for the better. 18:30 Ticket packages start at $1,000. The Phoenician, 6000 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale, 602-414-5337, phoenixheartball.heart.org

Desert yard light
November 22-29. December

Holiday lovers in the West Valley no longer have to head across town for Christmas cheer. The event features lighted mazes, bouncy houses, obstacle courses and a gingerbread slide. Stop by Santa’s workshop afterwards. Children can also say hello to the North Pole’s most famous resident. 5:30-10pm $20. 14629 W. Peoria Ave., Waddell, desertfarmlights.com

Grand Canyon Railway’s Polar Express
Until and including 30 December

Santa’s elves will read Chris Van Allsburg’s popular holiday book (the basis of the movie starring Tom Hanks) while your family ventures to the “North Pole.” There will be hot chocolate, cookies, caroling and Santa Claus. Check website for dates. The train departs at 17.30 and 19.30. Grand Canyon Railway Hotel and RV Park, 233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd., Williams, 888-848-3511, thetrain.com

The world of lighting
Until 29 December

Countless colorful lights will flash to the music on your car stereo as you drive through this 1km enthralling light show. Tempe will have an Enchanted Surfer theme, while Rockin’ Christmas will be the theme for Glendale’s display. Check the website for times and ticket prices. Tempe Diablo Stadium, 2200 W. Alameda Dr., Tempe. Desert Diamond Casino, 9431 W. Northern Ave., Glendale, worldoillumination.com

Tianyu Lights Festival
Up to and including January 5

Nature and art meet in one spectacular light show. Exhibits include woodland creatures, pandas, unicorns, dragons and a three-story, color-changing “butterfly tree.” W.-Su., 5:30-10:30 p.m. Check website for ticket prices. Camelback Ranch – Glendale, 10710 W. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, tianyuculture.us

THEATER & DRAMA

19 November
Encanto: The sing-along movie concert

Have you lost count of how many times you’ve watched Encanto with the kids? You’ll want to endure another viewing of the animated hit about a magical but dysfunctional family. Disney Concerts is hosting a Sing-Along Movie Concert featuring a live band performing the hits “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” and “Surface Pressure.” The whole family can watch the film and sing along to award-winning songs written by Hamilton’s Lin-Manuel Miranda. 7 p.m., $20-$40. Ikeda Theater at Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, 480-644.6500, mesaartscenter.com

Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer
Until 23 December

When the Christmas Eve weather gets too foggy for Santa, the time for reindeer games is over, and only one reindeer can guide the big guy’s sleigh. Saturday, 2pm and 7pm; Sunday at 2pm $15. Herberger Theater Center Stage West, 222 E. Monroe St., Phoenix, 480-921-5700, childsplayaz.org

The Little Red Hen
Through November 24

The titular character wants to make some bread, but a chicken is the only animal willing to help. Will the hen share the bread with the barnyard animals? Find out in this delightful adaptation of the 500-year-old story. Call for times. $15, adults; $10, children 12 and younger. Great Arizona Puppet Theatre, 302 W. Latham St., Phoenix, 602-262-2050, azpuppets.org

Holiday Inn
Now through November 23rd

It’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit. That must be why this production of the 1942 musical film about romance and Christmas cheer starts weeks before Halloween. The film starred Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire and featured songs by Irving Berlin, including “White Christmas,” which was reportedly written at the Arizona Biltmore and inspired its own hit movie musical in 1954. Check the website for dates and times. $39-$55. Hale Center Theatre, 50 W. Page Ave., Gilbert, 480-497-0277, haletheatrearizona.com

Waitress: The Musical
Through November 24

The hit indie film about a waitress longing for a new life is now a musical with music by Sara Bareilles. Call for times and ticket prices. Mainstage Theatre, 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, 602-254-2151, phoenixtheatre.com

SPORT

Phoenix Suns

Will this be the year the Suns bring home a championship? Find out when the team takes on the Orlando Magic, Nov. 18; New York Knicks, Nov. 20; Los Angeles Lakers, Nov. 26; Brooklyn Nets, Nov. 27; Golden State Warriors, Nov. 30; San Antonio Spurs, Dec. 3; Indiana Pacers, Dec. 19; Detroit Pistons, Dec. 21; Denver Nuggets, Dec. 25; Dallas Mavericks, Dec. 27; and the Memphis Grizzlies, Dec. 31. Call for times and ticket prices. Footprint Center, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, 602-379-7800, suns.com

Arizona Cardinals

The Red Sea will rise when the Cardinals take on the Seattle Seahawks on Dec. 8; and the New England Patriots, Dec. 15. Call for kickoff times and ticket prices. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Dr., Glendale, 602-379-0102, azcardinals.com

ASU football

The Sun Devils join the Big 12 Conference with games against Brigham Young University on November 23rd. Call for times and ticket prices. Mountain America Stadium, 500 E. Veterans Way, Tempe, 480-727-0000, thesundevils.com

CONCERT & COMEDY

MONDAY

• David Kushner with Henrik @ The Van Buren

TUESDAY

• Blxst with Joyce Wrice @ Arizona Financial Theatre
• Cyndi Lauper – Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour with DAYA @ Footprint Center
• Edgar Alejandro @ Valley Bar
• WLDLFE with Young Culture @ Crescent Ballroom
• Tophouse with Wheelwright @ The Rebel Lounge

WEDNESDAY

• Orion Sun with Cruza @ Crescent Ballroom

FRIDAY

• DR. GABBA with Twin Crab @ Thundercat Lounge
• A Conversation with Larry David @ Arizona Financial Theatre
• Of The Trees with Detox Unit @ The Van Buren
• Todd Barry @ Crescent Ballroom

SATURDAY

• Lucero with Vandoliers @ Crescent Ballroom
• Tornillo with Razz and OnlyPerreo @ The Van Buren
• Yuridia @ Arizona Financial Theatre
• Usher @ Footprint Center

SUNDAY

• Usher @ Footprint Center
• The Front Bottoms with Hey, Nothing @ The Van Buren

Buy tickets at LIVENATION.COM or TICKETMASTER.COM

THINGS TO DO LOOK FORWARD

18.-26. January
Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction